Meaningful Resources for a Meaningful Life
Guiding You to Coach Your Kids Confidently to Adulthood
Why Your Kid Needs to Appreciate Themselves—Before the World Teaches Them Not To
A college freshman sits across from his advisor, eyes down. He’s not failing, but he’s floundering. His first B-minus sent him into a tailspin. He’s anxious, withdrawn, questioning everything. Why? Be...
Be Your Kid’s Personal Highlight Reel: Helping Them See Their Value
Our kids are constantly facing a barrage of messages that chip away at their sense of worth. Social media, school, sports—they’re all arenas where the underlying message is often the same: You’re no...
Do the Thing With Them: Why Saying Yes to Your Kid Matters
A few days ago, I took our two daughters and a friend to Disneyland for the day. No, I’m not a hero—just a dad who apparently loves burning money. Despite the crowds and overpriced snacks, I actually ...
Why Letting Go Helps Kids Grow—Autonomy Supportive Parenting
Parenting a teenager can sometimes feel like walking a tightrope—balancing between giving guidance and allowing independence. It’s frustrating when your kid pushes back on every rule or piece of advic...
Avoiding the “False Positives” and “False Negatives” of Social Media
Every parent wants their kid to grow up confident, secure, and with a strong sense of self-worth. But today’s digital world can make that feel like an uphill battle. Growing up in a time of social med...
Teach Your Kids to Show Other Kids They Matter
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As parents, we know what it feels like to matter to someone—and we also know the opposite feeling: being unseen, unheard, or overlooked. Our kids understand this experience, too. They’ve felt it th...
The Science of Mattering: How to Help Your Kid Know They Truly Matter
As parents, we all want the same thing: to raise kids who thrive, who feel safe, and who are equipped to build meaningful lives. But parenting teens today is challenging, especially when it comes to h...