We’re riding the parenting rollercoaster these days and I’m enjoying learning and growing – and stretching myself- along with my kids and my amazing wife. Listening to podcasts, working with some talented educators and other professionals, and tapping into resources from organizations like www.impactparents.com are sustaining us along the way. Google AI generated some summary tips that I share below which I believe are applicable across all aspects of relationships and working with youth. Plus I am pleased to share an inspiring rendition of the spiritual “Total Praise.” Blessings on your week ahead!
Mentorship/Parenting Approaches
- Evolving support: It means moving from controlling to empowering, supporting your child in developing their own skills and confidence.
- Building independence: The goal is to create contexts where children can explore, discover their identity, and learn to navigate the world on their own, while still providing structure and routine.
- Developing resilience: Letting go helps children learn from natural consequences and develop resilience, rather than relying on parents to solve all their problems.
- Focusing on the long term: It’s a process of shifting your perspective from trying to “fix” immediate problems to supporting your child’s long-term growth.
Keeping the Faith 