Episode 369: Capable the Elementary Years with David and Sissy
About this episode
The episode discusses how parents can help build children's capability and resilience during the elementary years.
Elementary school is a critical window where kids begin asking, “Am I capable?” and moments of struggle, not success, are what build that belief. Anxiety, anger, lack of regulation, and low agency are showing up more than ever, but they’re also opportunities. When parents pause before rescuing, hold steady boundaries, and give kids space to problem-solve, they’re actually building resilience and mental health. Capability grows when kids experience manageable challenges with support, learning, “I can do hard things.” . . . . . . Sign up to receive the bi-monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-order our new book, Capable and grab tickets for Capable - The Book Tour here! See our speaking dates, purchase books and check out our courses here.. . . . . . If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise With Us form. HOPE SPRINGS: Listen along to Hope Springs, https://tinyurl.com/RBGHopeSprings, a family audio drama series following the lives and adventures of a few Colorado kids…
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More episodes of Raising Boys & Girls
- Episode 368: Building Independence and Resilience in Toddlers with Zee Pendleton and Angela Rice
- Episode 367: Capable the Toddler Years with David and Sissy
- Episode 366: Helping Boys Become Capable Men with Sherman Bucher
- Episode 365: Boys' Challenges to Capability with David and Sissy
- Episode 364: Helping Girls Feel Ready and Capable in Today’s World with Kari Kampakis
- Episode 363: Girls' Challenges To Capability with David and Sissy
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