Season 2, Episode 7: I Saw What Needed Fixing Before I Saw What Was Good

This week, I’m talking about a parenting mistake I didn’t recognize for a long time: focusing more on my children’s shortcomings than their strengths. I became so aware of what needed correcting or improving that I sometimes missed what was already good. In this episode, I share why our children need us to notice their growth, strengths, and character just as intentionally as we notice the areas where they still need guidance.

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