"Send Ben a text" Every teen has a spark inside them—something that makes them come alive. But too often, they get lost trying to be who the world wants them to be. In this episode, I talk with my good friend Arthur C. Woods, author of SPARK for Emerging Leaders. He shares simple ways parents can help their teens discover who they want to be, not just what they want to do. We talk about: 👉 Why purpose matters more than perfection 👉 How to help your teen take ownership of the...
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"Send Ben a text" Every teen has a spark inside them—something that makes them come alive. But too often, they get lost trying to be who the world wants them to be. In this episode, I talk with my good friend Arthur C. Woods, author of SPARK for Emerging Leaders. He shares simple ways parents can help their teens discover who they want to be, not just what they want to do. We talk about: 👉 Why purpose matters more than perfection 👉 How to help your teen take ownership of the...
Why Your Teen’s Confidence Crumbles (and How to Fix It)
IMPACT: Parenting with Perspective
23 minutes
1 month ago
Why Your Teen’s Confidence Crumbles (and How to Fix It)
"Send Ben a text" In this episode, I break down the difference between false confidence—the kind that’s tied to wins, grades, or outside approval—and foundational confidence—the kind built on preparation, effort, and real experience. Many teens (and parents) ride the emotional rollercoaster of false confidence. One good play or test score, and they’re on top of the world. One mistake, and it all crashes down. The problem? Mindset and “positive thinking” alone can’t hold up under pressure. Tru...
IMPACT: Parenting with Perspective
"Send Ben a text" Every teen has a spark inside them—something that makes them come alive. But too often, they get lost trying to be who the world wants them to be. In this episode, I talk with my good friend Arthur C. Woods, author of SPARK for Emerging Leaders. He shares simple ways parents can help their teens discover who they want to be, not just what they want to do. We talk about: 👉 Why purpose matters more than perfection 👉 How to help your teen take ownership of the...
