When We Walk Jesus, Sports & Social Pressure | Episode 67
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Jun 3, 2025 Explore the challenges of raising children in a performance-driven world, especially in sports. The hosts share insights on navigating the pressures young athletes face, amplified by social media. They discuss balancing faith and achievement, setting healthy boundaries, and prioritizing family values that focus on spirituality over accolades. With personal anecdotes, they encourage parents to guide their kids in recognizing their worth beyond success. This conversation emphasizes the importance of faithfulness on the journey over cultural expectations.
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Micah's Sports Dream Cut Short
- Micah Eldridge played multiple sports and dreamed of a college soccer scholarship.
- He tore his ACL three times, which ended his competitive soccer aspirations early.
Shireen’s Cheerleading Journey
- Shireen Eldridge was a competitive cheerleader and an achiever in school activities.
- Cheerleading was her main sport, enjoyed for fun rather than elite competition.
Social Media Fuels Elite Pressure
- Social media exposes kids to elite athletes' lives, inspiring but also pressuring them.
- This creates a culture where everyone feels they must be elite, losing the recreational spirit of sports.