What We Do In Moderation, Kids Will Do In Excess. And Vice-Versa.

Oct 6, 2022

I heard a quote once that “The good things parents do in excess, kids do in moderation. And the bad things parents do in moderation, kids do in excess.” In this episode, I cover:

Modeled learning nature of children
Natural nature of children pushing boundaries and limits
Our frustrations with children are mirrors into our behaviors

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