Feeling overwhelmed by your current number of children? Dr. Roger Smith issues a direct challenge to consider having more, arguing that the true measure of family size shouldn't be based on the temporary difficulty of the early years. He breaks down the common stages—overwhelming with one, dividing and conquering with two, and feeling outnumbered with three—to reveal the moment of relief: when the oldest child becomes a helpful assistant. Dr. Smith encourages parents to look past the immediate workload and see children as lifelong blessings who enrich your life immeasurably as they mature.

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Is happiness just a feeling, or can it be a choice? Dr. Roger Smith shares his family's mantra: "You do not find happiness, you take it with you." This episode explores how to treat happiness as a character trait—a quality independent of your circumstances. Learn how to prepare your children to approach potentially disappointing situations by deciding beforehand to make the best of it. By choosing to regulate their feelings and actions, you teach them that true joy comes from an internal commitment, not external expectations.

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Are you robbing your children of the chance to make decisions? Dr. Roger Smith emphasizes that decisiveness is a critical character trait that must be developed through practice. Using the simple example of choosing between two paths, he explains why parents must intentionally provide opportunities for decision-making—even small ones, like choosing the color of a cup. Learn how to let your children face the low-impact consequences of their choices (like in board games) and how to talk them through potential outcomes without rescuing them from mild discomfort. This training builds the capacity to navigate life's complex options.

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