Co-hosts, Chris and Shante, have a #conversation about #selfishness. You’d think that this is a complaint session about how selfish the #kids can be, but what they have found is that parenting really exposes their own selfishness. 

They recount stories from over the years and admit they’ve had #expectations of how their children should have responded to #gifts, #experiences, and overall great #parenting. When those responses were not received, it would result in a teaching (#soapbox) session with their kids about #gratitude. Not that these lessons were bad, but the real trigger, as Chris and Shante admit, was they didn’t feel seen or #appreciated which could also be a result of their personal #self-centeredness. 

They admit we all #struggle with #selfishness and must be willing to identify and discuss it if we hope to help our children #overcome it earlier in life. A lot of times it is just a method to protect and preserve self not necessarily to harm others. To move from this, you will want to uncover why you feel the need to protect yourself.

The biggest takeaway is being a parent magnifies your weakness, especially selfishness. Don’t hide it. Talk about it and heal it. 

This episode sparked a resource entitled “My Slef-ish Journal, Keep Out” that Shante wrote for you. It’s a selfish inventory with journal prompts. Request a free download on IG 

https://www.instagram.com/p/CwRdfykulAb/?img_index=1

Check out some other books and resources we love: 

Sun Moon Stars and You, a Children’s Book, by Two Parents And A Microphone co-host, Shante Kiefer https://amzn.to/3O9NM5V

Boundaries Another great read from Dr. Henry Cloud. It will challenge how you have done relationships and help you reimage a healthier way forward. https://amzn.to/451z9s9

And if you want to get more specific and apply those healthy boundaries within your home, check out Boundaries With Kids - https://amzn.to/3OxsmRG

Boundaries In Marriage - https://amzn.to/3q6ncCU

If you need a little more love in your life and don’t want to overcomplicate it, check out these great resources from Bob Goff. He makes love as simple as doing life. He believes in whimsy, adventure, and simple actions. These books are sure to leave a smile on your face as they call you and your family to live life on purpose: 

Love Does - https://amzn.to/43OlZ0G

Love Does for Kids - https://amzn.to/4764ImE

Everybody Always - https://amzn.to/3rKLItR

Everybody Always for Kids - https://amzn.to/3rO1MLn

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