How do you build a strong relationship with your kids? In today's episode, hosts Chad Willardson and Scott Donnell go through ways parents can build deep relationships with their kids. They discuss the foundation of a strong parent-child relationship, signs your parenting style is super effective, and advice for parents with teens.
- Scott starts the conversation by revealing how they come up with podcast topics.
- According to Scott, teenagers generally don't want to rebel. They are just trying to find their place in the world.
- Scott and Chad emphasize that you want to be the one your children call when things are both good and bad.
- Scott explains why years 0 to 12 will shape the kind of relationship you'll have with your kids.
- Scott is convinced there is no substitute for spending time with your kids.
- Chad shares the benefits of intentionally spending time with your kids.
- Scott reveals that 93% of all the time you'll spend with your kids will be from years 0 to 18½.
- Nobody on their deathbed wishes they could have worked more. Chad talks about regrets and making time for your spouse and kids.
- For Scott, the people who matter don't mind - and those who mind don't matter.
- Scott and Chad break down common parenting styles and why just being present is the best one of them all.
- Scott reveals the secret to GravyStack's success and how they turn parents into heroes.
- According to Chad, parenting is not about being the best 100% of the time - you're human and bound to mess up at some point.
- Scott explains why he believes, as a parent, you'll know you're doing a good job when your kids come to you when they're unsure about something.
- Chad shares how a father-son relationship saved his life even before he was born.
Mentioned in This Episode:
gravystack.com/smart
smartmoneyparenting.com
Scott Donnell on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnell-scott/
Chad Willardson on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/chadwillardson
Scott Donnell on Instagram - @imscottdonnell
Chad Willardson on Instagram - @chad.willardson
Scott Donnell on TikTok - @imscottdonnell
