In this heartfelt episode, I share a personal story of guiding my daughter to prioritize her own work — her school projects, her responsibilities, even her emotions before stepping up to help her friends. Because true kindness doesn’t come from exhaustion, it comes from self-awareness.
When our children learn to care for themselves first, they build a quiet confidence that ripples outward nurturing an ecosystem of growth, empathy, and resilience. Through simple moments — finishing homework before helping a classmate, tidying her room before joining others — she’s learning not just discipline, but the deeper moral values that shape her character.
This episode is a gentle reminder for every parent: teaching your child to fight their own small battles isn’t hard love, it’s wise love. Because only when we win our inner battles can we truly stand beside others — with clarity, purpose, and strength.
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Soma Thakur
Motherhood Coach, Lifestyle Educator & Mentor
www.somathakur.com
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