Show Notes
Are your everyday words damaging your child's confidence without you even realising it? 💛 As parents, we never intend to harm, but the words we use daily may be shaping our children's identity in ways we don't see. In this thought-provoking episode, Mia sits down with bestselling author Jody Hill to explore the science and heart behind how our voice becomes our child's inner voice, for better or for worse.
In this episode you'll discover:
✅ Why speaking identity labels like "you're so messy" or "you're so shy" can silently reshape how your child sees themselves
✅ How to replace confidence-busting phrases with words that build resilience and self-belief
✅ What to do when your child says, "I'm stupid" or "nobody likes me"
✅ How to change your language patterns even if criticism is all you've ever known
✅ Why your words matter more than social media, peers, or any outside influence
Whether you're a parent, teacher, or anyone who works withchildren, this conversation will make you pause, reflect, and walk away with tools you can use today. 🎙️
🔗 Connect with Jody Hill: 🌐 Website: https://www.itsjodyhill.com/ 📸 Instagram: @JodyHillParenting 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/itsjodyhill/ 📖 Book: The Parent's Secret Superpower: 7 Simple Strategies to Raise Confident & Capable Kids With the Power of Your Words 📖 Featured Book: Because of You, This is Me
🔗 Connect with Mia 🌐 Website: https://discoveryplaytime.ie/ 📸 Instagram: @rediscovering.childhood @discoveryplaytime 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theparentingconnection/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/discoveryplaytime/
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