Description

In this conversation, Kirsten Jones and Kristen Wheeler discuss the importance of empowering children in their athletic journeys, particularly in the context of youth sports and cheerleading. They emphasize the need for kids to take ownership of their experiences, the challenges of athletic burnout, and the significance of fostering a lifelong love for fitness. The discussion also touches on redefining success in sports beyond just winning and preparing young athletes for life after their sports careers.

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https://www.kirstenjonesinc.com/podcast

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9IHuebGsZY

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Here are some highlights from this episode:

• Parents often project their dreams onto their children.
• Empower kids to advocate for themselves.
• Creating is as important as consuming.
• We only get 18 summers with our kids.
• Adversity in sports teaches valuable lessons.
• Check in with kids about their dreams regularly.
• Model self-care and self-respect for your children.
• Every child is different; tailor your approach. Help kids set the table but don't feed them.
• Involvement is key for kids to own their process.
• Athletics should be a passion, not just a job.
• Burnout is a significant issue in youth sports.
• Lifelong athleticism is more important than competition.
• Success in sports can be defined in many ways.
• Parents should focus on the joy of sports, not just outcomes.

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