About this episode

Hunter and Jenny Henry discuss the values and experiences that shaped Hunter's life, emphasizing the importance of strong relationships and parenting.

In this Capable Connections conversation, Hunter Henry and his mom, Jenny Henry, reflect on the values and experiences that shaped Hunter from childhood to adulthood. They discuss the importance of faith, grace, character, perseverance, family dinners, and meaningful connection, as well as the challenges of giving kids increasing independence as they grow. Through stories about sports, family life, and parenting missteps, they highlight how strong relationships, encouragement, and trust help children develop confidence, resilience, and capability. Resources mentioned: International Justice Mission Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build On for Life by David Thomas . . . . . . 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! Order our new book, Capable, 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. QUINCE: Go to ⁠Quince.com/rbg⁠ for free…

People in this episode

Guests: Hunter Henry, Jenny Henry

Topics covered

• parenting
• family values
• faith
• sports
• independence
• resilience

Sponsors

Quince, Boll & Branch, Shopify

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: International Justice Mission, Raising Boys and Girls

Books & works: Raising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build On for Life

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