Episode 50: "Through the Eyes of a 7-Year-Old" w/ Special Guest Ezrah

Episode Summary:
We’ve hit a huge milestone—our 50th episode! 🎉 And for this special occasion, I couldn’t think of a better guest than my very own son, Ezrah. In this heartwarming and candid episode, we dive into what "Grit," "Grace," and "Growth" mean from the perspective of a 7-year-old. Together, we explore his goals, how he handles tough tasks, his take on what mom and dad do for work, and his favorite hobbies and interests. This fun, light-hearted episode is a reminder that we can all learn so much from kids—whether it’s about perseverance, joy, or seeing the world with fresh eyes.

Key Topics:

1. What "Grit" Means to a 7-Year-Old

   • Ezrah shares how he stays determined when faced with challenges.
   • We discuss how he feels when things get tough and what he tells himself to keep going.

2. The Meaning of "Grace" from His Perspective

   • We talk about what grace looks like in everyday life for Ezrah—whether it's completing his tasks without complaint, being patient when things don’t go his way, or cheering on others.
   • Ezrah explains how he tries to give himself grace when he makes mistakes.

3. Growth: What It Means to Ezrah

   • He talks about his goals for the future, what he’s learning now, and what he wants to achieve as he grows older.

4. What Ezrah Thinks About Mom and Dad’s Jobs

   • We get Ezrah’s thoughts on what he thinks mom and dad do for work. He shares his unique take on real estate investing, podcasts, and entrepreneurship.
   • Spoiler: His perspective will definitely make you smile!

5. Hobbies, Interests, and Fun

   • Ezrah talks about his favorite things to do in his free time, from music, to sports and cooking.
   • We dive into his dreams for the future—what he wants to be when he grows up and why.

6. How Ezrah Tackles Challenges

   • Whether it’s finishing his homework or practicing a new skill, Ezrah shares his strategies for getting through tough tasks and not giving up.

Mom’s Takeaway:
I couldn’t be prouder of how much Ezrah has grown, both in character and confidence. This episode is a beautiful reminder that grit, grace, and growth are concepts we can nurture at any age. Through his words and stories, Ezrah teaches us that perseverance and kindness go hand-in-hand, and sometimes it’s the smallest voices that have the biggest lessons to share.

Tune In To Hear:

• A fun, heartwarming conversation between a mom and her son about the values that guide us through life.
• Insights from a 7-year-old on determination, patience, and personal growth.
• A peek into the mind of a kid and how they view the world of entrepreneurship and hard work.

Quotes from the Episode:

• "Grit is when you keep trying, even when you don’t want to. Like when I am tring to get faster running two miles." – Ezrah

• "I want to be a musician or maybe a police officer. Or maybe both!" – Ezrah
• "If I could live anywhere in the world, I would want to live in NYC" – Ezrah

Links Mentioned in This Episode:

• The Inspire Her Foundation (Mom’s passion project)
• More episodes on balancing motherhood, business, and personal growth at lauranavaquin.com.

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