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Are We Failing Our Children?
In this episode of EZ Conversations, I speak with Sara Troy about the growing disconnect between children and the world in which they are being raised.
We explore what it means to truly listen to children—not just hear them—and how modern systems, from education to parenting, may be overlooking essential emotional and developmental needs.
Sara shares insights from her work on Forgotten Children, highlighting the importance of awareness, compassion, and intentional guidance in raising resilient and emotionally grounded individuals.
This conversation also touches on:
At its core, this episode is a reminder:
When we become more aware, we begin to care—and when we care, we can create change.
Sara Troy is a podcaster, author, and advocate for conscious living with over 14 years of experience hosting conversations that explore personal growth, purpose, and human connection. Through her platform Self Discovery Wisdom, she has interviewed thousands of guests across diverse fields, creating space for meaningful dialogue and shared insight.
She is the creator of the collaborative book Forgotten Children, a project dedicated to raising awareness around the emotional, developmental, and societal challenges facing children today. Sara’s work centers on helping individuals become more aware, connected, and empowered to create positive change in their own lives and communities.
00:00 Meet Sara Troy
00:39 Podcasting Philosophy
02:05 Life Across Continents
04:09 Our Forgotten Children
07:14 Teaching Resilience
09:05 Value Wisdom and Seniors
15:22 Slow Down and Reflect
18:35 Delayed Gratification
20:16 Parenting Tools and Learning Styles
23:14 Rethinking School Systems
25:02 Redirect War Spending
26:59 Education System Fixes
28:06 Poverty and Community
29:22 Marriage and Resilience
36:07 Faith Without Religion
40:52 Let Kids Be Heard
46:38 Healing Inner Child
50:00 Where to Find Sara
Connect with EZ Conversations:
YouTube: youtube.com/@EZConversations
Sponsors of the Podcast:
BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of therapy
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Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe
Disclaimer: The content shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered therapy, counselling, or clinical advice. Listening to this podcast does not establish a therapist–client relationship. The views expressed are my own and are separate from my clinical practice.
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In this episode of EZ Conversations, I speak with Sara Troy about the growing disconnect between children and the world in which they are being raised.
We explore what it means to truly listen to children—not just hear them—and how modern systems, from education to parenting, may be overlooking essential emotional and developmental needs.
Sara shares insights from her work on Forgotten Children, highlighting the importance of awareness, compassion, and intentional guidance in raising resilient and emotionally grounded individuals.
This conversation also touches on:
At its core, this episode is a reminder:
When we become more aware, we begin to care—and when we care, we can create change.
Sara Troy is a podcaster, author, and advocate for conscious living with over 14 years of experience hosting conversations that explore personal growth, purpose, and human connection. Through her platform Self Discovery Wisdom, she has interviewed thousands of guests across diverse fields, creating space for meaningful dialogue and shared insight.
She is the creator of the collaborative book Forgotten Children, a project dedicated to raising awareness around the emotional, developmental, and societal challenges facing children today. Sara’s work centers on helping individuals become more aware, connected, and empowered to create positive change in their own lives and communities.
00:00 Meet Sara Troy
00:39 Podcasting Philosophy
02:05 Life Across Continents
04:09 Our Forgotten Children
07:14 Teaching Resilience
09:05 Value Wisdom and Seniors
15:22 Slow Down and Reflect
18:35 Delayed Gratification
20:16 Parenting Tools and Learning Styles
23:14 Rethinking School Systems
25:02 Redirect War Spending
26:59 Education System Fixes
28:06 Poverty and Community
29:22 Marriage and Resilience
36:07 Faith Without Religion
40:52 Let Kids Be Heard
46:38 Healing Inner Child
50:00 Where to Find Sara
Connect with EZ Conversations:
YouTube: youtube.com/@EZConversations
Sponsors of the Podcast:
BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month of therapy
Aura: For a free two-week trial
NuCalm: for a one-week free trial
Subscribe to the EZ Reflections Newsletter: https://ez-reflections-newsletter.beehiiv.com/subscribe
Disclaimer: The content shared on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be considered therapy, counselling, or clinical advice. Listening to this podcast does not establish a therapist–client relationship. The views expressed are my own and are separate from my clinical practice.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices