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More Than Their Achievements: Helping Kids Build True Self-Worth
In this episode, Scott Schimmel shares a powerful moment with a group of high school seniors that reveals a deep truth about how kids tie their self-worth to achievement. When one high-achieving student admitted he...
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From Fitting In to Standing Out: How Kids Can Discover Who They Really Are
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In this conversation, Scott Schimmel emphasizes the critical importance of identity formation during the teenage years. He discusses how adolescents need guidance to discover who they are and the significance...
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Mistakes, Not Failure: Helping Kids Build Identity and Resilience
đ Episode Summary: Failure isnât something to fearâitâs a crucial part of growing up. In this episode, Scott Schimmel shares why helping kids develop a healthy perspective on failure is essential for their future...
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Why Kids Give Up & How to Teach Them Grit
In this episode, Scott Schimmel dives deep into the challenge of helping kids develop resilience when they face struggles. Have you ever heard your child say, "I'm just not good at this," and then give up? The real...
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Raising Resilient Kids: How to Turn Setbacks into Strength
đš Episode Summary: Your kid will face rejection, failure, heartbreak, and setbacks. The real question isâwill they have what it takes to handle it? In this episode, Scott Schimmel shares how parents can help kids...
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Helping Your Kid Know Who They Are & What They Stand For
Episode Overview: In this episode, Scott Schimmel shares the story of Alexâa smart, capable college student who struggles with decision-making, self-identity, and finding direction in life. Alexâs journey reveals a...
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From Lost to Clarity: Guide Your Kid in Discovering Their Core Values
Ever feel like your kid is just going with the flow, making decisions based on whatâs easiest or what others expect? Thatâs normalâbut itâs also why so many young people struggle to find a path that actually fulfills...
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The Power of Uniqueness: Guiding Kids to Be Themselves
Welcome to another episode of The YouSchool Podcast with Scott Schimmel. This episode is deeply personal, as Scott reflects on his teenage years and the struggle of pretending to be someone he wasnât. Today, kids face...
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Teaching Kids to Share Their Backstory & Own Their Identity | The You School Podcast
Description: Welcome to The You School Podcast! đď¸ Have you ever struggled to answer the question, "Tell us about yourself?" You're not alone! In this episode, we dive deep into the importance of self-awareness and...
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Do the Thing With Them: Why Saying Yes to Your Kid Matters
Episode OverviewIn this episode of The YouSchool Podcast, we dive into one of the most importantâand surprisingly simpleâways to connect with your kid: saying yes. Whether itâs joining them on a roller coaster,...
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Helping Kids Find Motivation That Matters
Episode Summary:As parents, we want our kids to succeed, but true fulfillment only comes when their goals align with their authentic selves. In this episode, Scott Schimmel dives deep into the science of motivation,...
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Why Letting Go Helps Kids Grow âAutonomy Supportive Parenting
Episode OverviewIn this episode of The YouSchool Podcast, weâre tackling one of the most challenging aspects of parenting: giving your kid the independence they crave while still guiding and supporting them. If youâre...
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