E38: The Art of Parenting with Patience and Empathy w/ Jerry Bures, founder of Institute for Confident Parenting

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When life threw Jerry Bures the kind of curveballs that would bring many of us to our knees – from the heartbreak of losing twins to nurturing a son with cerebral palsy and a rare genetic disorder – he emerged not just standing, but with wisdom to pass on. As the founder of the Institute for Confident Parenting, Jerry joins us to share the rich tapestry of his family’s journey, one that weaves the threads of resilience, patience, and imperfection into the beautiful, complex fabric of parenthood.
Jerry peels back the layers of parenting styles shaped by our own upbringings, revealing how he vowed to create a new legacy after a strained relationship with his father. It's a tale that not only highlights the importance of self-care and personal development for parents but also challenges the destructive chase for perfection. This episode is laden with pearls of wisdom for anyone looking to empower their children with the character traits and confidence to navigate life's unpredictabilities.
But Jerry's insights don't stop at parenting; he also unveils the virtues of homeschooling, an approach that brought out the best in his six children. From the flexibility it offers to the real-life skills it imparts, homeschooling, as Jerry illustrates, can be a powerful catalyst for fostering a strong family bond and nurturing holistic child development. His profound understanding of what it takes to raise self-assured, resilient children will leave you with a new perspective on the roles of empathy, positive reinforcement, and the art of balancing guidance with the freedom for kids to grow.
Links:
Institute for Confident Parenting website
Facebook: Institute for Confident Parenting
Pick up a copy of Jerry's book by clicking the link below.
When Kids Leave Clues
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Capitoli

1. Raising Resilient Kids and Building Connections (00:00:00)

2. Parenting and Building Better Kids (00:08:45)

3. Teaching Kids Responsibility and Life Skills (00:21:46)

4. Parenting (00:31:13)

5. Homeschooling and Its Benefits (00:39:40)

6. Understanding and Self-Care in Parenting (00:55:24)

7. Supporting the Conservative Classroom (01:04:21)