My daughter is at Girl Scout Camp this week, and it's been a challenge for both of us. She's on day two, and it feels very timely to talk about helping our kids do things that are hard for them, and knowing when to give them a little nudge and when to pull back.

I'm sharing a reflection of our journey this week, including the clues that I picked up on along the way that led me to encourage her to keep trying. I'm also talking about signs that you might see that could help you decide not to force the issue. At the end, I connect this all to school refusal because it's a lot harder to just accept that they are struggling to go when it comes to school. All of the messages we receive say they should be there. But it's not what's best for every kid, so how do you know if sticking with it is the right move?

Episode Links

Follow me on Instagram: Julia McGarey (@partneredpathparenting) | Instagram

Follow me on Threads:
Julia McGarey (@partneredpathparenting) on Threads

Join the community on substack: https://substack.com/profile/156200574-julia-mcgarey?utm_source=profile-page

Sign up for my email list, The Lifeline: https://partnered-path-parenting.ck.page/bb90846762

Eliza Fricker (@elizafricker_missingthemark) • Instagram photos and videos


Can't Not Won't: Fricker, Eliza: 9781839975202: Amazon.com: Books


Ready to get started with coaching? Schedule your free consultation here: https://www.coachaccountable.com/offering/PZOdY62eCVPeDpmzm3hqRO3hTOBXwRr

---

Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/julia-mcgarey/support

Get full access to The Blackbird Chronicles at juliamcgarey.substack.com/subscribe

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit partneredpathparenting.substack.com