Cathy and Todd discuss how to create strong support systems for our kids, allowing them to have new and unique experiences and build relationships that contribute to their self-understanding. Teaching them about boundaries, encouraging them to ask for help, and making sure they know it’s totally okay to speak up if something feels off give them the confidence to trust themselves, even when you’re not right there with them.
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Time Stamps
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:01:39) Rescuing our sons
(00:09:45) Main topic- Strong support system
(00:15:20) Growing up in the 80’s
(00:23:55) Skylar’s experience of drama camp
(00:25:38) Family & friends
(00:26:58) Team Zen Circle
(00:27:25) Zen Parenting 2024 Conference
(00:28:32) Mindfulness for beginners
(00:29:42) Jacey in Italy
(00:32:00) Be on your kids team *
(00:39:54) Extracurriculars
(00:43:16) Know your kids
(00:45:08) How does our childhood direct our parenting *
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