Episode 47: The Invisible Pressure We Put On Kids

As parents, we spend a lot of time worrying about the pressure we put on our children.But what if the biggest pressure they feel isn't coming from us at all?In this episode, I explore the quiet, unseen burdens that many young athletes carry without ever saying a word. The pressure to make the sacrifices worthwhile. The guilt of family time, travel and money. The fear of disappointing the people who support them most.Drawing on my experiences as both a parent and a coach, I ask an important question: Have our children started carrying responsibilities that were never theirs to carry?This isn't about blaming parents. It's about becoming more aware of what our kids might be feeling beneath the surface—and making sure they know that our love, our support and our presence have never been something they have to earn.If you've ever invested your weekends, your time and your heart into your child's sporting journey, this episode might just change the way you see the drive home.