How much of your time is spent building your dream or business versus building your family? It’s not a question most of us ask ourselves often enough. But this is exactly the question we need to start facing head on—because you only get one chance with your children.

Your kids don’t care about the size of the empire you’re building. What they do care about is whether you’re there—truly present—when they’re running around outside, playing their favorite games, or sitting across the dinner table sharing a meal. 

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They notice if you show up at their practice, if you listen when they talk, if you really see them. None of your business wins will fill the spaces where your presence should have been.

I recently came across a powerful reminder from my friend, mentor, and coach, Aaron Walker. He was addressing men specifically, but this message rings true for women and all parents. Awareness of how we show up for our children is crucial—not just for their happiness today, but for their long-term success.

Consider this: We can grind in our businesses all day long, but our children are only in our lives, under our roof, for roughly 6,935 days. This isn’t a number to scare you, but to sharpen your focus. We owe it to ourselves—and more importantly to them—to set boundaries. Boundaries are not to restrict our kids, but to protect ourselves and the moments that can never be recaptured.

The K.I.S.S. ~ Set sacred boundaries!

What sacred boundaries can parents put in place right now to protect their family time? Here are three non-negotiables:

1. Set a Hard Stop — Decide on a clear time when work ends each day. No exceptions, no excuses. This signals to your family that your attention is theirs to have.

2. Protect the Dinner Table — Make mealtimes sacred zones free from screens, emails, and distractions. This is where connections happen and conversations build trust.

3. Sabbath Rest — Reserve at least one day or evening for complete rest and family focus. A day off work isn’t just good for you; it’s essential for your family’s rhythm and well-being.

Ask yourself these tough questions regularly:

1. Did my family get the best version of me today, or just the leftovers?
2. Am I guarding moments that my business cannot touch?
3. And if I asked my kids, would they feel like I truly care about them, or that I care more about what I do?

Parenting demands daily effort and energy—a commitment to consistently show up and build up the hearts that matter most. Don’t waste this once-in-a-lifetime chance. Your children aren’t just part of your life; they are your life’s most important work.

"Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!"

 

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