#131. Stop Fixing Everything for Your Kids — Here’s Why It Backfires
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Are you accidentally holding your kids back from becoming strong, confident, and resilient?
In this episode Drew Soleyn and Ed Gough Jr. share how dads can help their kids bounce back from setbacks, handle pressure, and thrive in a chaotic world. From modeling emotional regulation to creating safe spaces for failure, you’ll learn how to raise emotionally strong kids, without overprotecting or overscheduling them.
If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I doing enough to prepare my child for life’s challenges?”, this episode is for you.
You’ll discover:
- 3 practical strategies to build resilience in kids
- The biggest parenting pitfalls that destroy emotional growth (and how to avoid them)
- How to model calm, confident responses so your kids feel safe — even when life gets tough
Resilience isn’t inherited — it’s built. Start building it with your kids today.
👉 Press play and learn how to raise resilient kids who can handle life like champions.
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