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Growing Brave Kids Without Pushing Them Away
If your eight-year-old won’t walk into another room without you, this episode will change everything. Justin and Kylie unpack what’s really going on beneath “irrational” childhood fears—and why pushing independence backfires. Instead, you’ll hear the science of secure attachment, relatable stories, and simple steps that make your child braver because you’ve got their back.
KEY POINTS
Your child’s fear isn’t irrational—it’s real to them.
Why forcing independence increases fear and dependence.
Resilience is relational: kids…
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