Authentic Parenting How to Do Hard Things and Grow Stronger-Anna Seewald Keynote Talk July 2025
Aug 25, 2025
Anna Seewald, a psychologist, educator, and parent coach, shares empowering insights from her keynote talk aimed at teens. She discusses how to embrace fear and take action to cultivate motivation and confidence. Anna emphasizes that doing hard things leads to personal growth, backed by brain science and personal stories. She also touches on the importance of self-compassion, resilience, and connecting with our loved ones. The talk concludes with a heartfelt letter of gratitude from her daughter, underlining the power of support in facing life's challenges.
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Podcast Began With One Small Idea
- Anna started her podcast ten years ago with no studio, microphone, guests, or big plan.
- She kept showing up weekly through struggles and built it into a global community.
Start Before You Feel Ready
- Start before you feel ready: action creates momentum and motivation.
- Take small repeated steps to build confidence and forward progress.
Invite Fear Along
- Befriend fear instead of trying to eliminate it and invite it along on the journey.
- Do things scared and let courage follow after facing fear.