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Beauty as a Clue: Helping Kids Discover Who They Are

What if asking your kid one simple question could unlock a powerful insight into who they are becoming?

In this episode, Scott Schimmel explores one of the 30 Critical Questions every kid needs to answer to build a meaningful life: "What’s beautiful to you?"

It might sound like a question better suited for a dating app or poetry night—but trust us, it’s a game-changer.

Scott breaks down why this question goes way beyond preferences—and instead, helps kids:

  • Tap into their core values 🧭

  • Explore their emerging identity 🌱

  • Connect with what gives them meaning 💡

You’ll hear how a single response like “being listened to without judgment” can crack open conversations about purpose, relationships, and even career paths. (Yes, really.)

👂 PLUS: Learn how to ask your kid this question in a way that actually sparks reflection instead of an eye-roll. And why it’s worth asking more than once.

📌 Whether you're a parent, educator, or coach—this is a practical way to build connection and guide kids toward a life that’s not just successful, but meaningful.

🎧 Listen. Reflect. Ask a kid: “What’s beautiful to you?” Then ask it again in a month.

✨ Let us know what they say in the comments!

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