Kelly Corrigan, a bestselling author known for her poignant reflections on family, and her daughter, Claire Corrigan Lichty, a writer and performer, delve into the vital role of parental support in nurturing a child's creativity. They discuss the dangers of overscheduling, advocating for unstructured play as a means to foster resilience and authentic self-expression. Heartwarming anecdotes reveal how allowing children to lead can build self-confidence and deep family connections, ultimately helping kids thrive in a fast-paced world.
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Father's Unwavering Support
George Corrigan made Kelly feel loved by embracing her unique interests rather than trying to change her.
He simply enjoyed spending time with her, making her feel special in everyday moments.
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Follow Your Child's Lead
Let your children lead you to their genuine interests instead of imposing your own.
Become their apprentice and learn from them to nurture creativity and authenticity.
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Overscheduling Hurts Families
Overscheduling made Larry Hagner's family exhausted and disconnected.
Even his kids admitted that the busy schedule was no fun and diminished family connection.
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The middle place
Kelly Corrigan
In 'The Middle Place', Kelly Corrigan explores the 'Middle Place' — the period when parenthood and childhood overlap. The book chronicles her journey to full-blown adulthood, triggered by her diagnosis with breast cancer and her father's late-stage cancer. Corrigan's storytelling captures the everyday details and tender, sometimes fractious moments that bind families together, offering a heart-wrenching yet funny account of family life and personal growth.
Have you ever asked yourself:
"Am I truly supporting my child's unique passions, or just steering them?"
"How can I foster real self-confidence and creativity in my kids?"
"Is our family calendar too jam-packed to allow for true connection?"
If these questions resonate, today's conversation offers a heartwarming and insightful perspective on what children truly need from their fathers.
Larry Hagner welcomes the dynamic mother-daughter duo, bestselling author Kelly Corrigan and her daughter, Claire Corrigan Lichty. While not dads themselves, their lived experiences as loving daughters and keen family observers bring a fresh, invaluable perspective to fatherhood that every dad needs to hear. Kelly shares heartfelt stories of her powerful relationship with her father, George Corrigan, whose unwavering support and willingness to let her "lead" fundamentally shaped her self-confidence and creativity.
The profound impact of a father's unwavering support and the courage to "follow your child's lead."
The importance of nurturing a child’s unique interests and fostering their authentic self, rather than trying to mold them.
The surprising magic of simple, unstructured moments and their role in building resilience, joy, and lifelong self-soothing skills.
The hidden pitfalls of overscheduling kids and how it can hinder genuine connection and development.
Valuable lessons from their new children’s book, Marianne The Maker, on helping kids discover and express who they really are.
This episode is packed with wisdom, warmth, and actionable takeaways for fathers struggling with busy schedules or simply searching for new ways to deeply support their kids’ passions.
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