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April 1, 2025 32 mins

Max and Matt get into the wild world of kids and competition—when it's fun, when it turns toxic, and when parents accidentally make it worse. They talk about the pressure kids feel to be “the best,” whether competition builds resilience or just stress, and how to help kids navigate winning, losing, and everything in between. From the awkwardness of letting your kid win (or not) to the questionable ethics of “participation trophies,” they unpack the emotional rollercoaster of raising kids in a world that’s always keeping score. They also dive into the unexpected role of mindfulness and meditation—can teaching kids to slow down and breathe actually help with the pressure? Or is it just another thing for parents to stress about? Plus, they get real about their own childhood experiences with competition and how that shapes the way they parent today. Let’s gooo!
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