“The Parenting Assumptions We Need to Rethink” (Episode 156)

In this episode, we’re digging into the quiet beliefs many of us bring into parenting—assumptions we didn’t even realize were shaping how we saw our kids.

Kyle and Sara reflect on the messages they heard early on in their parenting journey: from well-meaning friends, family, and culture at large. Many of these ideas—like needing to “control” kids, stop “bad” behavior, or “show them who’s boss”—can subtly influence how we respond to our children’s needs, mistakes, and development.

But what if many of these assumptions are wrong?

They explore big questions like:

• Are kids really being bad, or are they lacking skills?
• Is punishment necessary, or is there a better way?
• What does research say about how children are actually wired?

You’ll hear how shifting your mindset can completely transform the way you parent. They talk about:

• Why children actually want to succeed and cooperate
• How their brains are wired for connection and learning
• Why behaviors often signal a lack of skill, not a lack of motivation
• And why labeling kids as “manipulative” or “lazy” misses what’s really going on

Whether you're early in your parenting journey or years in, this conversation invites you to challenge unhelpful assumptions and begin to see your child in a fresh way. Get ready!

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