What I Want My Kids to Know: Parenting Strategies to Raise Resilient, Real-World Ready Kids
Mykayla Sygulla
25 episodes
1 day ago
Kids learn a tremendous amount from their own mistakes, but they can learn just as much from the world happening around them. In this episode of What I Want My Kids to Know, Mykayla shares how to help children reflect on other people’s choices, behaviors, and mistakes to build integrity, emotional intelligence, and strong decision-making skills.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy reflection builds integrity and how kids learn from observing others’ behaviorHow to help kids process real-world situations so the lesson sticksThe brain science behind why reflection matters, not just experiencePractical ways to turn everyday moments, after school stories, playground drama, even Target trips, into teachable opportunitiesHow to support impulsive kids who struggle with reflection and self-awarenessConversation starters that build emotional intelligence and help kids deepen their understanding of choices and consequences
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Kids learn a tremendous amount from their own mistakes, but they can learn just as much from the world happening around them. In this episode of What I Want My Kids to Know, Mykayla shares how to help children reflect on other people’s choices, behaviors, and mistakes to build integrity, emotional intelligence, and strong decision-making skills.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy reflection builds integrity and how kids learn from observing others’ behaviorHow to help kids process real-world situations so the lesson sticksThe brain science behind why reflection matters, not just experiencePractical ways to turn everyday moments, after school stories, playground drama, even Target trips, into teachable opportunitiesHow to support impulsive kids who struggle with reflection and self-awarenessConversation starters that build emotional intelligence and help kids deepen their understanding of choices and consequences
#7 Supporting Your Child’s Passions: How to Help Kids Grow Through Hobbies, Sports, and Activities
What I Want My Kids to Know: Parenting Strategies to Raise Resilient, Real-World Ready Kids
22 minutes
4 months ago
#7 Supporting Your Child’s Passions: How to Help Kids Grow Through Hobbies, Sports, and Activities
When our kids show up week after week for practice, lessons, rehearsals, or meetings—they’re doing more than building a skill. They’re building confidence, resilience, self-awareness, and identity.
In this episode, we’re talking about how to support your child through whatever they’re passionate about—without turning it into pressure. Whether your child is trying something new, losing interest in a long-time activity, or all-in on a big dream, we’ll explore how you can walk alongside them with perspective, encouragement, and balance.
You’ll learn:
How to help your child reflect on what they’re learning from their hobbies or activities
What to do when they want to quit—and how to know if it’s the right call
Why even passionate kids still benefit from trying new things
How to support kids with big goals (without making it about perfection)
Conversation starters to check in with your child about their experiences
Whether your child is just starting out or going all-in, this episode will help you support their growth beyond the scoreboard or the stage.
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What I Want My Kids to Know: Parenting Strategies to Raise Resilient, Real-World Ready Kids
Kids learn a tremendous amount from their own mistakes, but they can learn just as much from the world happening around them. In this episode of What I Want My Kids to Know, Mykayla shares how to help children reflect on other people’s choices, behaviors, and mistakes to build integrity, emotional intelligence, and strong decision-making skills.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy reflection builds integrity and how kids learn from observing others’ behaviorHow to help kids process real-world situations so the lesson sticksThe brain science behind why reflection matters, not just experiencePractical ways to turn everyday moments, after school stories, playground drama, even Target trips, into teachable opportunitiesHow to support impulsive kids who struggle with reflection and self-awarenessConversation starters that build emotional intelligence and help kids deepen their understanding of choices and consequences
