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Bucket Emptying: A Life-Changing Strategy for You and Your Kids

Author
Dr Maryhan
Published
Mon 19 May 2025
Episode Link
https://shows.acast.com/how-not-to-screw-up-your-kids/episodes/a-life-changing-strategy-for-you-and-your-kids

Are you a problem solver?


You’re a parent, so of course you are! But not all problems need us to swoop in and save the day. As hard as it might be, our children sometimes need the opportunity to problem-solve, make mistakes and build those core skills that make them confident, resilient people.


In today’s bucket emptying episode, I’m going to give you a life-changing strategy to help you identify those moments.


So find a comfy seat, pour yourself a cuppa and enjoy the conversation…



Highlights from this episode:

00:35 - The ability to problem solve

04:07 - When to intervene as parents

07:35 - Accepting agency

10:57 - What is a child problem?

15:56 - Multilayered examples




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