#243 Why You Don't Enjoy Parenthood As Much As You'd Hoped You Would

Published: Dec. 11, 2023, 4:41 p.m.

Before we had kids, we all had idealized visions of what we *thought* it would be like.

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For me, it included images of perfectly dressed and pressed children with clean faces sitting on a picnic blanket in the sunshine, enjoying a perfectly mannered meal together.

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But once we become a parent, we soon realize that those ideals are a far cry from reality.

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Instead, there are tears, tantrums, and sleepless nights. There are snotty noses and strong opinions. It's no wonder we're not enjoying being a parent as much as we thought we would.

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If you've ever felt like this -- and especially if you currently feel like this -- then make sure to listen to this episode.

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We'll share some pragmatic principles and practices -- from our experience raising seven children and working with thousands of parents and youth -- that can help you make your parenting journey so much more enjoyable.

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RESOURCES:

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Rachel's 28-Day Challenge and Family Charts & Systems for Moms

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Greg's Be the Man Coaching & Tribe and 7-Day Challenge for Men

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