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How Can I See the Best in My Kid?

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Getting straight As. Winning an award. Making the team. We all want our kids to accomplish great things. But what they do is not as important as who they are. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about seeing the best in our kids.

Why This Matters

Kids are sponges. They soak up our compliments. When you see the best in them and verbalize it, they gain confidence and feel safe with you.

Practical Tools for Dads

1. Eye Contact. Research shows this creates empathy in your brain for the person you’re looking at.

2. Laugh at their humor. It’s a big for connection, so laugh with your kids.

3. Ask them questions. Not just any questions, but open-ended questions peel the layers back on your kids and set the stage for connection.

4. Point out their strengths and praise their character.

5. Remember your own journey.

Important Episode Timestamps
00:00 - 00:44 | Introduction & Big Question of the Week

00:44 - 03:03 | Who Saw the Best in You Growing Up?

03:03 - 04:43 | Why Kids Gravitate Toward Encouraging Adults

04:43 - 07:09 | Step One: Look Your Kid in the Face

07:09 - 08:52 | Step Two: Laugh at Their Humor

08:52 - 13:19 | Step Three: Ask Open-Ended Questions

13:19 - 15:16 | Start Young, Save the Memories

15:16 - 20:08 | Step Four: Point Out Their Character Strengths

20:08 - 22:53 | Step Five: Remember Your Own Journey

22:53 - 24:48 | Pro Move of the Week

APD Pro Move:
Focus on just one of these 5 things this week and put it into practice with your kids. Show them you believe in who they are and who they’re becoming.

Sponsor:
The
All Pro Dad Podcast is proudly brought to you by Family First, a nonprofit dedicated to equipping parents with resources to strengthen their families. Learn more at FamilyFirst.net.

All Pro Dad Resources:

3 Character Traits to Affirm in Your Kids

12 Honest Questions to Ask Your Kids Every Year

Listen Again:

We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!

Connect with Us:

Ted Lowe on LinkedIn

Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn

BJ Foster on LinkedIn

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts

Get All Pro Dad merch!

EXTRAS:

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Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day.
Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.
This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com.
Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.
Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

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Content provided by All Pro Dad. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by All Pro Dad or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

Getting straight As. Winning an award. Making the team. We all want our kids to accomplish great things. But what they do is not as important as who they are. In this episode of the All Pro Dad Podcast, host Ted Lowe is joined by BJ Foster and Bobby Lewis to talk about seeing the best in our kids.

Why This Matters

Kids are sponges. They soak up our compliments. When you see the best in them and verbalize it, they gain confidence and feel safe with you.

Practical Tools for Dads

1. Eye Contact. Research shows this creates empathy in your brain for the person you’re looking at.

2. Laugh at their humor. It’s a big for connection, so laugh with your kids.

3. Ask them questions. Not just any questions, but open-ended questions peel the layers back on your kids and set the stage for connection.

4. Point out their strengths and praise their character.

5. Remember your own journey.

Important Episode Timestamps
00:00 - 00:44 | Introduction & Big Question of the Week

00:44 - 03:03 | Who Saw the Best in You Growing Up?

03:03 - 04:43 | Why Kids Gravitate Toward Encouraging Adults

04:43 - 07:09 | Step One: Look Your Kid in the Face

07:09 - 08:52 | Step Two: Laugh at Their Humor

08:52 - 13:19 | Step Three: Ask Open-Ended Questions

13:19 - 15:16 | Start Young, Save the Memories

15:16 - 20:08 | Step Four: Point Out Their Character Strengths

20:08 - 22:53 | Step Five: Remember Your Own Journey

22:53 - 24:48 | Pro Move of the Week

APD Pro Move:
Focus on just one of these 5 things this week and put it into practice with your kids. Show them you believe in who they are and who they’re becoming.

Sponsor:
The
All Pro Dad Podcast is proudly brought to you by Family First, a nonprofit dedicated to equipping parents with resources to strengthen their families. Learn more at FamilyFirst.net.

All Pro Dad Resources:

3 Character Traits to Affirm in Your Kids

12 Honest Questions to Ask Your Kids Every Year

Listen Again:

We love feedback, but can't reply without your email address. Message us your thoughts and contact info!

Connect with Us:

Ted Lowe on LinkedIn

Bobby Lewis on LinkedIn

BJ Foster on LinkedIn

Subscribe on Apple Podcasts

Get All Pro Dad merch!

EXTRAS:

Follow us: Instagram | Facebook | X (Twitter)

Join 200,000+ other dads by subscribing to the All Pro Dad Play of the Day.
Get daily fatherhood ideas, insight, and inspiration straight to your inbox.
This episode's blog can also be viewed here on AllProDad.com.
Like the All Pro Dad gear and mugs? Get your own in the All Pro Dad store.
Get great content for moms at iMOM.com

  continue reading

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