My Kids Didn’t Make the Team😢 (Am I "That" Mom?)

Today I’m sharing one of those tough parenting moments – when I felt like my kids were wronged in competitive sports. Two of my kids were cut from teams I believed they should’ve made, and let me tell you, it wasn’t easy to get over. I talk through how each of my kids reacted so differently and, honestly, how hard it was for me to process. Mentioned in this episode: Gordon Neufeld: Learn more about child development and the concept of “tears of futility” in his book Hold On to Your Kids If you found this content helpful, please share with a friend, contact me, leave a review, contact me on my website or on social media Liked this episode? Next up: Episode 14: The Weight of Failure: A Mother's Reflection Episode 30: Emotional Anchors: How Parents Shape the Mood at Home