Pop Culture Parenting Episode 084: Jumanji & cultivating courage
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Apr 22, 2024 Explore how to cultivate courage in children while tackling the challenges of parenting. The hosts reflect on the themes of 'Jumanji,' sharing personal stories and humor about common parenting chaos. Hear a heartwarming tale of a child's triumph over food allergies, and discover the importance of empathy and emotional intelligence. Engage in discussions about the balance between encouraging bravery and validating fears, while highlighting the significance of community support and secure attachments in fostering resilience.
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Prepare Kids For The 'Jungle'
- Courage is a skill we must cultivate proactively rather than assuming kids will ‘‘figure it out’’.
- Jumanji provides a useful metaphor: the real world is the jungle and kids need preparation, not abandonment.
Teach Mastery Before Big Risks
- Teach mastery through graduated practice so children build competence before facing big fears.
- Combine skills training with secure attachment so kids know you'll support them when they fail.
Physical Bravado Isn't Real Courage
- Superficial physical bravado often masks a lack of deeper moral courage.
- True courage involves vulnerability, values, and staying when it's hard, not just physical posturing.