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Jun 17, 2025
Sissy Goff and David Thomas, experts in child psychology and co-authors focusing on emotionally healthy kids, share their insights on resilience in children. They introduce the Daystar Dogs book series, emphasizing the importance of bravery and coping with challenges. The duo tackles modern parenting dilemmas like over-attention and the necessity of allowing kids to 'sit in the struggle.' With humor and personal anecdotes, they explore how parents can balance support while fostering independence in their children.
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Managing Child Fear with Trust
- Sissy Goff recounts taking her nephew on Pirates of the Caribbean where his fear increased walking through tunnels.
- She comforted him by saying, 'A little bit scared, a whole lot of fun,' helping him trust and face anxiety.
Sit With Kids' Failures
- Sit with children's failures instead of avoiding or dressing them up.
- Frame failure as an opportunity for growth and resist the urge to pull kids out of hard moments.
Parent Supports Child's Fear
- Dallas Jenkins shared a story of patiently supporting his child for seven hours on a scary water slide.
- This exemplifies parental perseverance in encouraging children to tackle fears at their own pace.