No Small Endeavor with Lee C. Camp
206: Sissy Goff: How to Raise Resilient Kids
Apr 28, 2025
Sissy Goff, an experienced counselor and author focused on adolescent mental health, shares invaluable insights on raising resilient kids. She addresses the modern challenges parents face, from anxiety to the influence of technology. Goff emphasizes allowing children to confront challenges independently and teaches practical strategies for managing anxiety. She encourages parents to foster sensitivity in kids, channeling it into meaningful actions. The conversation highlights nurturing hope and independence in today's youth, equipping them for a changing world.
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- Parents must allow children to face challenges independently to foster resilience and confidence in their problem-solving abilities.
- Open dialogues about technology and emotional challenges are essential for developing trust and helping children navigate complex feelings safely.
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Understanding Anxiety in Children
Anxiety levels in children are currently alarmingly high, impacting approximately one in four children and one in three adolescents, with girls being particularly affected. The cultural and social environments have contributed to this spike, especially following the pandemic, which has left many children struggling with flexibility and social engagements. Parents often exacerbate the situation without realizing it; when they exhibit anxiety, their children are seven times more likely to struggle with the same issue. One of the primary coping strategies for anxious parents is to escape or avoid difficult situations for their children, which inadvertently communicates to kids that they are not capable of handling challenges on their own.
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