Summary:
Leesh shares her experience of touring colleges with her daughter and reflects on the emotions and lessons learned during this process. She emphasizes the importance of allowing her daughter to take the lead and make her own decisions, while also being there to offer guidance. Leesh discusses the contrast between her own upbringing and her daughter's assertiveness and advocacy for herself. She encourages listeners to be advocates for themselves and to challenge the narratives they have been given. Overall, the college tour experience has been exhausting but beautiful, and Leesh is excited to see what the future holds for her daughter.
Keywords:
college tour, parenting, advocacy, self-reflection, guidance
Takeaways:
Allowing children to take the lead in important decisions can empower them and foster their independence.
Reflecting on our own upbringing and experiences can help us become better parents and advocates for ourselves.
Challenging the narratives we have been given and being open to change can lead to personal growth and a more fulfilling life.
Being an advocate for ourselves and asking questions can help us make informed decisions and shape our own lives.
Sound Bites:
"I love the fact that she is that type of kid where she's like, I am taking my life serious."
"I grew up in this mindset of I always had to have someone else guiding me."
"Parents, their children are sent to be a lesson for the parent and to show them and teach them things that they never would have learned."
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction and College Tour Experience
03:05 Allowing Children to Take the Lead
06:11 Reflecting on Our Upbringing and Parenting
08:03 Challenging Narratives and Embracing Change
09:02 Being an Advocate for Ourselves
12:47 Conclusion and Encouragement
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