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Episode 8: The Praise Trap
Are we accidentally praising the wrong things?
As parents, we all want to encourage our children. We tell them they're smart, talented, gifted, and athletic. Those compliments come from a place of love.
But what if some of our best compliments have unintended consequences?
In this episode, Coach Steve shares two powerful true stories—one from nearly 30 years in the classroom and another from the karate dojo—that reveal why praising talent alone can sometimes create a fear of failure, while praising effort, perseverance, and character helps children develop the confidence to take on life's…
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