Mindset Matters - Episode #190 - Are We Messing Up Our Kids? Mindset Matters on Modern Parenting Mistakes

In this Father’s Day-adjacent episode of the Mindset Matters podcast, hosts Patrick and Steffany tackle a provocative parenting truth: even with the best intentions, we inevitably program our children with the same hidden beliefs we spend adulthood trying to break. Drawing on decades of coaching thousands of young athletes and entrepreneurs, they explore how over-protection, “helicopter” habits and constant rescuing can stunt a child’s resilience, self-worth and ability to navigate adversity.

Key discussion points include:

• Limiting Beliefs & Mindset Feng Shui – Why phrases like “money doesn’t grow on trees” or “if it wasn’t for bad luck…” hard-wire scarcity and victim mentalities that linger into adulthood.

• Adversity as a Crucible for Growth – From Patrick’s playground bullying story to Steffany’s childhood swim lesson, the hosts show how momentary struggle forges confidence and problem-solving skills.

• Parent vs. Best Friend – The cost of prioritising perpetual comfort over boundaries, team dynamics and real-world consequences.

• Role-Model Mechanics – Sons learn how to treat women from how mothers set boundaries; daughters often choose partners mirroring (or intentionally opposing) dad’s behaviour.

• Mentorship & Community – Why seeking outside role-models can offset a parent’s blind spots and expand a child’s 400,000 in-born traits.

You'll leave with actionable reflection questions: Where might you be shielding your kids from healthy discomfort? Which subconscious scripts from your own upbringing still shape daily decisions? And most importantly, what new boundaries or growth opportunities can you introduce so your children build the resilience, values and mindset to thrive without you?

Perfect for dads, mums, coaches and anyone interested in mindset coaching, personal development, parenting tips, resilience training and self-limiting belief breakthroughs, this conversation offers both heartfelt stories and practical wisdom.

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