Goldilocks Anxiety – How to Deal with it in Sports Families

Some parents worry about their kids all the time.  I’m one of those parents. I like to call my worrying Goldilocks anxiety. My routine worry is if I’m doing a good enough job to prepare my kids for their future.  For example, one day I may worry if I’m being too hard on my kids. […]

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The Anatomy of an Unrealistic Goal – The 5 Main Reasons A Goal is Unrealistic

A couple days ago I wrote a post titled What if Your Child Has Unrealistic Goals? Evidently, the title of this post touched a nerve, as several people pushed back on my premise. This isn’t the first time people have disagreed with me, and I’m sure it won’t be the last.  Although, in this case in […]

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Help Your Child Using 3 Step Process to Maximize Natural Talents

If you want to help your child reach their potential, then you must start by spotting their natural talents. Too often parents think the best way to help their child is by addressing their weaknesses. However, research from Gallup shows that the best way to help your child is to develop their strengths and manage […]

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