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My Kids Didn’t Make the Team😢 (Am I "That" Mom?)

Episode 38

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Today I’m sharing one of those tough parenting moments – when I felt like my kids were wronged in competitive sports. Two of my kids were cut from teams I believed they should’ve made, and let me tell you, it wasn’t easy to get over. I talk through how each of my kids reacted so differently and, honestly, how hard it was for me to process. 


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In this episode, you'll learn:

  • 3:45: Struggling with the feeling of injustice

  • 7:10: Keeping my emotions in check

  • 12:00: Understanding the importance of tears of futility

  • 16:30: Letting go and embracing growth for my kids

  • 18:50: If you found this content helpful, please share with a friend, contact me, leave a review, contact me on my website or on social media


Mentioned in this episode:

  • Gordon Neufeld: Learn more about child development and the concept of “tears of futility” in his book Hold On to Your Kids

  • If you found this content helpful, please share with a friend, contact me, leave a review, contact me on my website or on social media


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