If you’ve ever felt your heart race while watching your teen compete or perform, you’re not alone. We’ve been there—sitting in the stands, palms sweaty, wondering if I’ve done enough to prepare them for this moment. We've also been a little shaky at times before an crucial conversation or uncomfortable situation.

Confidence as a parent isn’t something we’re born with—it’s something we intentionally build. In this episode,we use the metaphor of a pre-flight checklist to shifting from "parenting" to “coaching.” You’ll discover how to prepare for high-pressure moments so you can show up calm, ready, and modeling confidence your teen can mirror. Let's go Most Valuable Parents!

The Timestamps!

00:00 The Confidence Question

02:31 Building Confidence Through Evidence

05:13 The Role of Systems in Parenting

08:02 Shifting from Parenting to Coaching

11:21 Preparing for High-Pressure Moments

Takeaways

-Confidence comes from doing and having evidence of success.

-Build a "pre-flight checklist" to prepare for parenting challenges.

-Shifting from parenting to coaching can enhance confidence in both parents and teens.

-High performance habits can help parents feel more confident in their roles.

-It's important for parents to recognize their own high-pressure moments.

-Asking great questions can help parents coach teens effectively.

-Confidence needs to be continuously cultivated.

-Parents should model preparation for high-pressure situations to their kids.

-Feeling nervous while watching kids perform is common and can be managed.

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