Picture this: Your child slumps onto the couch, sighing, "I'm bored." You reach for a solution—an activity, a screen, something to end their discomfort. But what if boredom is exactly what they need?
In this episode, we dive into the power of boredom and discomfort in shaping resilient, independent kids. We explore why today’s children crave constant stimulation, how overscheduling steals their ability to self-entertain, and the dark side of "screenagers"—dopamine-driven, emotionally volatile, and addicted to instant gratification.
We unpack why shielding kids from hardship does more harm than good and how small doses of discomfort—like being cold or device-free—build emotional strength. Plus, a chilling revelation: adults who never learned to sit with themselves often fear looking inward, afraid of what they might find.
Inspired by the song "Wish You Pain," we challenge parents to give their children the ultimate gift: the ability to grow through struggle. Let’s raise kids who can sit with boredom, face themselves, and thrive.
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This parenting podcast is not your typical parenting banter.
Priya Narthakii (Values Mindset & Peak Parenting Coach & Mother of 2) & Harry Goldberg (Mindset & Performance Coach & Father of 2) provide you with fresh perspectives on how to raise kids who are self-driven, self-motivated, growth-minded and kind.
Most importantly, this podcast is for parents who want to have a beautiful relationship with their kids.
You don’t need anything new to achieve this. Perhaps, all you need is a new perspective which hasn’t come across your growth path...
...yet.
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