In this episode I open up with a raw experience between myself and my daughter to illustrate what a fear of failure and protecting yourself from it can look like from the outside.  

I explore what we get out of the "keeping ourselves safe" mindset and how we use it to avoid things that make us uncomfortable.

I give some tips on the mindsets that create the super power of being super comfortable with falling flat on your face in a very public way and our role as parents in creating and sustaining a fear of failure in our kids.

Action Steps:

• Focus on who you're becoming more than what you get out of the activity
• Take imperfect action
• Start with small things that feel safe to fail in, something you know and accept you're not good at
• Make your goals connected to outcomes you actually control
• Go to www.makeyourparentingeffective.com to get my free guide "3 Mistakes Parents Make" for powerful insights into parenting mindsets and leadership tips for children who are struggling to do their homework.

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