Teaching Kids to Process Disappointment the Right Way | V120
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Teaching Kids to Process Disappointment the Right Way | V120
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About this listen
In Episode 120 of High Performance Parenting, Jacquie Francis and her daughter Crissy share a real-life conversation about processing disappointment after a tough sports experience.
They unpack:
- Why kids often hold in emotions instead of asking for help
- How to know when to process alone vs when to seek support
- The emotional weight of competition and pressure
- Why life — and sports — are not always fair
- How family support helps build resilience and confidence
- Why losing is part of growth and long-term success
Crissy shares her perspective on losing a close match, feeling frustrated, and learning how to process those emotions in a healthy way.
One of the biggest takeaways:
👉 You won’t always win — but you can always grow.
(00:00) Processing Loss and Disappointment
(01:30) When Kids Hold in Emotions
(03:32) Understanding Pressure in Sports
(05:45) Handling Unfair Situations
(07:27) Learning From a Tough Match
(09:26) Processing Emotions With Family
(11:01) Why Kids Avoid Asking for Help
(12:32) The Importance of Perspective
(14:16) You Won’t Always Win
(15:28) Building Mental Toughness Through Loss