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Jan 22, 2026
Hank Smith shares a vivid dream about navigating parenting challenges on a perilous cliff with his daughter. He describes escalating reactions to her risky behavior and recounts a moment of insight when he chose to ease off instead of forcing compliance. The discussion emphasizes the importance of guiding children rather than pushing them, connecting this lesson to scriptural themes of agency and teaching freely. It’s a thoughtful exploration of parenting dynamics that encourages reflection and understanding.
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Dream Of A Cliff And A Daughter
- Hank Smith dreamed he stood on a red cliff while his toddler daughter edged toward danger, and each command made her step closer.
- He ultimately stepped back, ran away, and she chased him, which woke him and changed how he parented.
Step Back To Move Them Forward
- Hank realized resisting the impulse to forcefully grab his child produced the desired outcome.
- The episode reframes parenting from coercion to intentional leading rather than immediate control.
Lead Instead Of Force
- Learn to lead children rather than force them, emphasizing guidance over coercion.
- Teach freely and invite learning instead of mandating obedience to get better long-term results.