In this episode, I discuss 3 ideas/actions parents can take to equip their children with winning mindsets. These ideas have proven to be successful in my case of developing children who play sports and dominate.

Life brings so many changes and often times we do not change with life. This episode focuses on the acronym LET GO to analyze when we should let go of ideas or areas in our life and transition to what is next for us. As adults, we set the example for our youth. It’s imperative that they see us LET GO. We must train and teach them in analyzing when it’s necessary to also LET GO.

Welcome to Insightful Segments, an addition to Sofia’s Social Segments. Insightful Segments consists of limited content and spoken word narrated by me, Sofia. It will post as bonus content to provide words of encouragement to the audience of Sofia’s Social Segments. In these 5 minutes or less segments, I will use various objects and ideas to reflect an insightful meaning to spark conversation and a personal self evaluation. Be sure to study the picture of each segment to better understand and relate to the spoken word. It is my hopes to inspire you to think outside the box while positively propelling you throughout life’s journey.

I saw this detergent in my laundry room and wondered why one was turned upside down. Usually we turn it that way when trying to drain the last bit of it. However, both containers are full.

That’s when I noticed the upside down detergent has a hole in the bottom. It’s damaged. It’s different than the other detergent but still the same. They have the same potential and the same use. Although it is leaking, I won’t discard it. I won’t throw it away or waste it. Instead, I will pay close attention to it, handle it with care, and continue to use it.

My thoughts.....life is full of obstacles or situations that may damage us as individuals. We are hurt by people or our own choices. Either way, what’s on the inside of us is still usable. We have the same potential that we once had. The challenge we face is how we choose to use our contents despite the damage we have encountered.

Be encouraged. You may have some dents and dings from not being handled with care. It’s ok. We all do. What’s important is that we recognize our potential and learn how to reach our goals without wasting all that is within us.

This podcast episode is dedicated to my 7 children. It’s our 3 year adoption anniversary, and our adoption is all that and a bag of chips! It didn’t start like that but we prepared for it and continue to prepare for it everyday. Learn the ins and outs of the steps we took to get to where we are today. I hope you are able to utilize these same ideas and relate them to your own endeavors.

We have all heard the phrase, when life gives you lemons, make lemonade. As cliche as it is, it holds so much truth. My middle daughter, Erica, inspired me with the lemons as I observe her making freshly squeezed lemonade and the process it takes. In this episode, I discuss how life brings obstacles (lemons) that literally wear us out. We often get tired of “making lemonade” time after time. However, it’s a necessary process that we must learn to endure and sweeten up in the process. Join me to be encouraged as you travel life’s journey.

In this episode, a teenager shares her thoughts as to public school and the pandemic. Necia, my 15 year old daughter, gives us some pros and cons of brick and mortar and virtual school. She shares her experiences in regards to the changes in the classroom and around the school as a whole.

School is starting back and parents are having to make decisions where there seems to be no perfect solution. In this episode, I discuss why our family (Olds Party of 9) will not be attending virtual school. You may agree with some while disagreeing with others and that’s ok. We all have to make the best decision for our individual households. These are our thoughts and reasons. What led you to make your decision? In what ways do you relate to some of our ideas? How can we make the best of the decision we have made? This is a topic that is on the hearts and minds of not just parents but the world. Let’s share some insight all for the betterment and advancement of our children.

It’s back to school time for so many children! Join me and our guest host, Coach Olds, teacher and child advocate, for some useful tips. It has been approximately 6 months since our children have attended the classroom environment with their teachers and peers. As they prepare to transition back into the classroom, whether it is brick and mortar or virtual, Coach Olds shares some insightful thoughts to aid in the success of our children, parents, and teachers.

The pandemic has been a time of such unrest and uncertainties. It is a time of limited peace. Because of this, we must intentionally practice ways that will make our lives more tranquil. When we practice improving our mental, spiritual, and physical states of being, the pandemic will present in a more calm way. Life stressors will not overwhelm us but instead we will cope and overcome. As adults, parents, and guardians overcome, our children will benefit from our actions and learn lessons in overcoming as well.

Birthdays serve as our very own Happy New Year! With each year, we should aspire to blossom/progress into an even greater version of ourselves. In this episode, explore the 5 W’s to learn The Who, What, When, Where, and Why. Ask yourself these questions to discover ways to make each birthday year a meaningful and blissful one.