Raising Kids with Character in an Entitled World with Monica Swanson

About this episode

Monica Swanson discusses practical ways to raise kids with strong character in a culture of entitlement.

As part of our Best of The Christian Parenting Podcast series, we’re revisiting some of our most helpful and encouraging conversations for families. In a culture that often encourages entitlement, many parents wonder how to raise kids who are grateful, responsible, and grounded in strong character. In this episode, Monica Swanson joins the conversation to talk about practical ways parents can push back against entitlement at home. We discuss the importance of teaching responsibility, giving kids opportunities to work hard, and helping them develop a genuine heart of gratitude. Monica is an author, speaker, and host of The Monica Swanson Podcast , where she shares practical wisdom on raising kids with faith, character, and resilience. Connect with Monica MonicaSwanson.com Instagram Resources Mentioned Character training course Raising Prayerful Kids book Raising Grateful Kids in an Entitled World Moms, Dads, and Grads Gift Guide Sign up for Morning Minute Open a LearningRX center The Christian Parenting Podcast is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

People in this episode

Host: Steph Thurling

Guest: Monica Swanson

Topics covered

• parenting
• character development
• entitlement
• gratitude
• responsibility
• faith

Keywords

• parenting
• character
• entitlement
• gratitude
• responsibility
• Christian parenting

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Monica Swanson Podcast, Christian Parenting Podcast Network, LearningRX

Products: Character training course, Raising Prayerful Kids book, Raising Grateful Kids in an Entitled World, Moms, Dads, and Grads Gift Guide

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