Perfectionism, Praise and Perseverance

Middle school is a challenging time for many, but it doesn't have to be wasted. Jonathan Catherman and his sons Reed and Cole join Jim Daly to share a positive way for you and your kids to approach middle school. Then, John and Danny share how to respond well if your child makes ...  Show more

What are the underlying reasons behind your child's misbehavior? Linda Ranson Jacobs tells Jim Daly a story about when her son was misbehaving at school, and how they worked through it. Plus, Danny and John explain how taking time to pray will help you better relate to your kids. ...  Show more

Are you a parent dealing with an overwhelming fear of failure and not-good-enough-ness? If so, you might be struggling with perfectionism. In this episode, Nanika explores the challenges of being a perfectionist parent, how it can impact both you and your child, and ideas for cre ...  Show more

I recently had a heart-to-heart conversation with a parent who was struggling with some very normal parenting challenges. However, she was too harsh on herself and kept blaming herself for the mistakes she made. It's common to feel guilty and ashamed when we make mistakes as pare ...  Show more

What if the journey to better parenting starts with accepting our imperfections? In this week's episode, I have a heartfelt conversation with one of my listeners as we explore the emotional process of reparenting ourselves while we raise our children.Pavlina, a dedicated mother s ...  Show more

Curious if you have perfectionist tendencies? I got you. In this podcast, I'm sharing 15 signs of perfections, and five specific tools you can use to let go of perfectionism for a happy, healthier you. You'll learn how perfectionism holds you back, steals your joy, and keeps you ...  Show more