Our educational system often falls short, focusing on subjects that lack relevance for our children's futures. This approach can breed a disdain for learning and lead them away from their passions, disconnecting them from their true paths. The Alternative Parenting podcast aims to address this gap by exploring the essential skills, tools, and traits necessary for our kids to thrive and find fulfillment in life. Join my weekly newsletter where I will inform you on new episodes of the podcast where we delve into how to empower our children to pursue their interests, dreams, and create lives rich with purpose and meaning.
When Our Kids Need to Grow—and We Need a Break
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Hi Reader, This week I found myself in a familiar place—a quiet tug-of-war between my heart and my head. I was trying to decide whether or not to send my son to a summer camp. He’d be the youngest one there. It would be a long day, away from home, away from me. Would it be too much for him? Would he feel overwhelmed? And at the same time… I needed the time. To get work done. To rest. To do the things that give me a sense of purpose and fulfillment outside of motherhood. It made me reflect on a question I think many of us wrestle with: How much do we sacrifice our own needs for our children? And what if we didn’t see these choices as either/or… but as opportunities for growth? In this week’s mini episode of The Parenting Wisdom Podcast, I share this personal story and the deeper insight I came to. Here’s the heart of it: “We don’t need to shield our kids from every challenge—we need to walk alongside them as they grow through it.” Yes, our protective instincts are beautiful. But what our children need more than anything is our trust. They need us to believe they are capable. They need to face challenges gradually and safely, not be rescued from every discomfort. Because that’s how they grow—and how we grow, too. 🎧 You can listen to the minisode here I’d love to hear from you—what’s a moment recently when you had to choose between your needs and your child’s comfort? Hit reply. I read every message. 🧡 With love and wisdom, Efrat The Parenting Wisdom Podcast |
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Our educational system often falls short, focusing on subjects that lack relevance for our children's futures. This approach can breed a disdain for learning and lead them away from their passions, disconnecting them from their true paths. The Alternative Parenting podcast aims to address this gap by exploring the essential skills, tools, and traits necessary for our kids to thrive and find fulfillment in life. Join my weekly newsletter where I will inform you on new episodes of the podcast where we delve into how to empower our children to pursue their interests, dreams, and create lives rich with purpose and meaning.
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