In this episode of Imperfect Heroes, DJ welcomes back speech-language pathologist, Lenora Edwards, for an engaging conversation about teaching kids persistence, resilience, and the joy of trying new things.
DJ and Lenora discuss how fear of failure or discomfort can hold children back, how parents’ own experiences shape their reactions, and why modeling a growth mindset is essential. They share practical strategies for helping kids develop patience, confidence, and a willingness to push through challenges, whether it's learning a new skill, trying a sport, or simply stepping outside their comfort zone.
Listen up for faith-filled, doable tips to swap tantrums for toughness!
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𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗺𝗽𝘀
𝟰:𝟭𝟰 Lenora Edwards and I kick things off chatting about growing kids with big hearts and stick-with-it grit. It’s all about love and a little faith to build that moral compass and persistence—right from the start!
𝟳:𝟯𝟲 Lenora and I get real about nudging our little ones to try something new—maybe a bit scary! We’re cheering them on, but if panic hits, no worries—we’ve got tricks to pivot and keep it fun.
𝟭𝟱:𝟯𝟵 Here’s a mom tip from me: I love setting the stage for new adventures—making them exciting and cool ahead of time. It’s like planting a seed so they’re pumped to jump in!
𝟯𝟭:𝟬𝟬 Lenora and I dive into family mottoes—think of it as your team cheer! It’s a simple way to spark that ‘we’re in this together’ vibe and get the kids fired up to tackle stuff as a crew
𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗨𝘀!
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