Do you have a "little liar" in your house? Dr. Roger Smith explores why children often "stretch" the truth and how parents should address dishonesty without attacking. In this episode, learn why your emotional state matters more than your words when confronting a lie—because when emotion is high, listening is low. Dr. Smith also shares a humbling story about how our own "harmless" exaggerations or broken schedules can look like lying to our children. Discover how to foster a culture of honesty through patience, kindness, and personal accountability.

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Do your children know how to interact with people who have physical or emotional limitations? Dr. Roger Smith addresses the importance of exposing children to the reality of disabilities to replace fear with empathy. He highlights a poignant truth: many people with disabilities feel "invisible" in public. This episode encourages parents to be the bridge—greeting people with mobility aids, introducing their children, and asking respectful questions. By teaching your kids that everyone needs friendship and connection, regardless of their challenges, you help them develop a compassionate worldview and a deeper understanding of their own strengths and struggles.

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Is beauty only found in perfection? Dr. Roger Smith challenges parents to look past the surface and discover the "delight in disorder" within their children. Using the image of a weathering tree and the wild vines of a boutique hotel, he explains that true beauty often lies in the imperfect and the internal. This episode encourages mothers and fathers to actively point out and praise the lasting, inner qualities that make their children unique. By choosing to behold the beauty in their children’s character—even amidst the chaos of growing up—you help them feel deeply valued for who they truly are.

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