Ep #118 When Your Best Doesn't Feel Like It's Enough

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD Parenting

We’ve all had those moments where we put in so much effort, tried so hard, and still fell short. It’s frustrating, humbling, and, let’s be honest, sometimes it makes us want to give up. But what if those moments were exactly what we needed?

In today’s episode, I’m diving into what happens when life doesn’t go as planned. Whether it’s your personal goals or watching your kids struggle to achieve theirs, this topic is close to my heart because I’ve been there. (Oh, have I been there.) From learning to drive on the left side of the road to parenting through countless meltdowns, I’ve learned that those “not enough” moments are some of the most important of all.

We’re going to talk about why your best sometimes doesn’t feel good enough—and what to do about it. Here’s what we’ll cover:

• What is “your best,” really? Breaking it down into four parts: skill, attitude, commitment, and resilience.
• Why failure doesn’t mean you’re falling short—it means you’re growing.
• The secret to teaching your kids how to handle disappointment by modeling it yourself.
• How to close the gap between where you are now and where you want to be (without beating yourself up).
• Why the journey matters so much more than the destination.

This episode is full of practical insights and personal stories to help you shift your perspective on failure—for yourself and for your kids. Because when we embrace the messy, imperfect process, we give our kids permission to do the same.

A Favorite Takeaway from Today:
“When we redefine failure as just another step in the process, it stops feeling like the end. It becomes part of what’s making us.”

Here’s the thing: Parenting isn’t about being perfect. It’s about showing up, giving it your all, and knowing that even when it doesn’t work out, you’re still moving forward. It’s about finding joy in the journey—even the messy parts—and helping your kids see that they can, too.

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