"You don’t have to fix everything. You just have to be the person your child can fall apart with and still feel safe."

Dr. Kenneth Ginsburg, pediatrician and resilience expert, shares how parents can foster emotional strength, confidence, and well-being in their children—without trying to shield them from every challenge.

In this episode, Dr. Ginsburg introduces the concept of "lighthouse parenting": being a stable, guiding presence who offers safety, support, and trust while letting children navigate their own path. He explains why failure, distress, and discomfort are essential parts of emotional development, and how parents can help kids manage stress, build coping skills, and thrive.

This is a must-listen for any parent looking to strengthen their connection with their child and raise confident, resilient young people.

Guest: Dr. Kenneth Ginsburg is a pediatrician specializing in adolescent medicine and the founder of the Center for Parent and Teen Communication. He is the author of Building Resilience in Children and Teens, and a national expert on helping families develop strong, compassionate, and emotionally supportive relationships.

Guest: Dr. Kenneth Ginsburg, pediatrician, author.

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