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b'Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.\\nEpisode 2158:\\nIn "Parents - Start with Love," Dr. Jack Stoltzfus emphasizes the crucial role of unconditional love in parenting, advocating for affirming children for their inherent qualities over accomplishments. The article discusses the profound effects of such parenting, offering insights into building lasting, secure relationships that empower children towards autonomy and resilience, with examples that underline the dangers of conditional affection.\\nRead along with the original article(s) here: https://parentslettinggo.com/parents-start-with-love/\\nQuotes to ponder:\\n\\u201cI have tried to please him all my life but it was never enough.\\u201d\\n\\u201cThe first practice that every parent needs to employ or strengthen is to show in word and action that their adult child is loved, not because of anything they do but because of who they are a son or daughter.\\u201d\\n\\u201cNothing can stand in the way of my love for you.\\u201d\\nEpisode references:\\nA Mother\\u2019s Reckoning: https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/25937671\\nThe Lords of Discipline: https://www.amazon.com/Lords-Discipline-Novel-Pat-Conroy/dp/0553381563\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'