The Daily Dad How To Raise Hopeful Kids | Ryan Holiday and Sharon McMahon
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Dec 7, 2024 
In this engaging discussion, Sharon McMahon, a former high school government teacher and author of "The Small and the Mighty," joins Ryan Holiday. They explore how to instill hope in children, emphasizing that hope is a proactive choice. Sharon offers practical strategies for parents to empower kids through positive actions and local engagement. They also tackle how to discuss difficult histories without dampening optimism, promoting critical thinking while fostering a belief in positive change.
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Choosing Hope
- We possess the power to change ourselves and our interactions with the world, regardless of external circumstances.
- Hope is a choice, not a feeling, and it's essential for positive change.
Teaching Hope as a Choice
- Teach kids that hope is a choice, similar to choosing not to act on negative impulses.
- Frame hope as an act of self-control, guiding actions despite temporary feelings.
Start Small, Make an Impact
- Start small to make a difference; focus on impacting your immediate surroundings.
- Right-size problems to avoid feeling overwhelmed by global issues.
