Focus on Parenting Podcast The Need for Intentionality & Wisdom
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Sep 9, 2025 This discussion delves into the importance of intentionality in parenting, warning against the distractions that can hinder meaningful connections. Personal anecdotes highlight the cultivation of virtues like patience and compassion. The speakers share insights on using God's wisdom to navigate parenting challenges, including how to foster self-regulation in children. They also introduce a resource aimed at deepening family engagement with scripture, emphasizing quality time and truth-seeking behaviors to strengthen relationships.
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Move From Regret To Action
- Do stop dwelling in shame and instead ask, 'What can I do now to connect with my kids?'.
- Do make a realistic plan to be more intentional; perfection is not required.
Protect Family Time From Distractions
- Avoid letting phones and constant distractions fragment your attention during family time.
- Do prioritize one-on-one time and intentional spiritual practices with your children.
Intentionality Lowers Regret
- Intentionality reduces common parenting regrets but cannot make parenting perfect.
- Small, consistent choices with time beat trying to achieve an impossible ideal.
