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November 12, 2025 37 mins
In elevating opportunities and understanding for girls, there's a group that's gotten left behind; boys. With fewer male college admissions, longer days sitting at desks in the classroom, and a generation who has substituted real adventure and challenge for video games, it's no wonder parents are trying to figure out how to best raise their sons. Author and boy mom Rebekah Lovell joins Julie Lyles Carr on the AllMomDoes podcast to share how she's maximizing work and play for her boys to prepare them for their lives as men.

Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3WLGdHs 

Takeaways:
Raising boys involves understanding their unique wiring and energy.
Boys often express themselves through physical activity and exploration.
It's essential to balance nurturing with allowing boys to take risks.
Boys need to learn emotional regulation and resilience.
Mentorship plays a crucial role in a boy's development.
Boys thrive when they feel challenged and capable.
Encouraging boys to take on responsibilities fosters independence.
Boys can learn valuable lessons from hero stories and role models.
It's important to celebrate masculinity without diminishing femininity.
Creating a supportive environment helps boys navigate societal pressures.

Sound bites:
"We want boys who launch."
"Boys need to know they measure up."
"Boys need to know they can try again."
"We want good men who will lead."
"Boys need mentors to guide them."
"Boys are hero worshippers."

Chapters:
00:00 Navigating Boy World
04:31 Understanding Boys' Nature and Nurture
10:39 Emotional Landscapes of Boys
13:54 Raising Resilient Sons
19:07 Challenging Passivity in Boys
30:06 Finding Male Mentors for Boys

Keywords:
raising boys, boyhood, parenting, emotional intelligence, masculinity, boys' nature, nurturing boys, resilience, mentorship, family dynamics
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