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Encouraging and motivating single mothers, reminding them of their strength and determination. They can succeed as a single parent as long as they remain focused.
Its not about how you arrived at the single mom title, but, its what you do with it!
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Send us a text We explore disappointment as a skill, not a fate, and share a simple four-step framework—Acknowledge, Accept, Appreciate, Adjust—to help moms teach resilience at home. Through sports and relationship examples, we model how to process loss without shame and turn it into growth. • redefining disappointment as failed expectations • why kids need clear language for hard feelings • sports as a safe way to normalize losing • the Four A’s explained with real example...
Send us a text We need to be proactive about teaching our children important character traits and family heritage instead of constantly correcting behavior after the fact. Understanding where we come from helps our children uncover their identity, drives purpose, and provides answers to behaviors they'll encounter throughout life. • Teaching children about their heritage helps explain behaviors passed down through generations • Schools teach history, but parents must teach family heritage an...
Send us a text The Mom2Mentor podcast explores gratitude as an essential character seed to plant in our children's lives. Practicing thankfulness is a fundamental skill that parents must teach at home, not expect schools to cover. • Recent appearance on the Tell Me Something Good podcast with Travis Patton Sr • Gratitude means acknowledging the blessings in our lives, from food to health to safety • Children should learn to say "thank you" without constant reminders • Parents must model grat...
Send us a text We explore the importance of planting patience as a character trait in our children through both teaching and modeling this crucial skill. As mentors to our children, we must recognize they learn more from watching our behavior than from our verbal corrections, making our own patience practice essential for their development. • Children observe and mimic our behaviors, including impatience and hasty decision-making • Patience is the capacity to accept delays without becoming a...
Send us a text We're planting character seeds in our children, and today's focus is on creativity and problem-solving skills that will help them navigate life's inevitable challenges. • Children need creative problem-solving skills to handle obstacles in relationships, careers, and life • Creativity is about thinking outside the box when resolving issues • What works for one person may not work for another—great minds think for themselves • For ages 3-6, offer coloring books or sketch pads t...
Send us a text Today we continue our series on planting a character garden in our children by exploring compassion – a fundamental trait that helps children function successfully in society and builds their characteristic DNA. • Compassion is another word for love – specifically love for fellow humans who are experiencing distress • Real-life examples demonstrate how small acts of compassion can make significant differences in others' lives • Children need to see parents modeling compassiona...
Send us a text Respect is a crucial character trait for fostering positive relationships, creating harmonious environments, and promoting individual well-being by acknowledging others' inherent worth and dignity. We explore the vital importance of teaching respect to children through direction rather than correction to build their self-esteem and develop healthy relationship skills. • Respect creates stronger connections and improves communication in all relationships • Teaching respect help...
Send us a text Today I share my first original poem written specifically for the Mom2Mentor podcast, exploring how mothers can transition from simply meeting their children's needs to actively mentoring and shaping their character development. • Poetry focusing on the importance of "planting character seeds" like honesty, trust, and respect in our children • Taking ownership of our children's character development rather than leaving it solely to educational institutions • Embracing our role...
Send us a text As parents, we often find ourselves constantly correcting our children instead of teaching them important character traits. Being a single mom means juggling multiple roles, but perhaps our most important role is that of a mentor who plants and cultivates character seeds in our children. • Character seeds like apologizing, confidence, and honesty are best taught through both instruction and example • Children learn more from what they see us do than from what we tell them to d...
Send us a text We're continuing our series on planting character seeds in our children, focusing this week on building confidence both in our kids and ourselves. As a single mom who struggled with confidence issues growing up, I share insights on how modeling confident behavior impacts our children more than what we tell them. • Children learn more from watching our behavior than from hearing our instructions • Confidence gives children strength to navigate life's disappointments without bre...
Send us a text We're introducing the Mom2Mentor podcast with a new format, focusing on planting seeds of character in our children through intentional parenting and mentorship. This episode explores teaching children the art of apologizing properly—beyond just saying "I'm sorry" to include acknowledging specific behaviors. • Transition from Single Moms United to Mom2Mentor reflects focus on mothers as mentors • Children model what they see, making our behavior fundamental to their deve...
Send us a text Mom2Mentor podcast explores the vital role of parents as teachers and mentors, focusing on educating children about physical and mental illnesses. We challenge the excuse of "nobody taught me" by highlighting the abundance of free resources available for parents to learn and then teach their children about important life topics. • Parents should educate children about both physical illnesses (colds, allergies, fevers) and mental health conditions (depression, bipolar disorder)...
Send us a text Summer break disrupts the consistency of knowing where your kids are each day, presenting unique challenges for single moms who work full-time. We explore practical solutions for keeping children of all ages engaged, learning, and properly supervised during school vacation months. • Children over 10 can typically stay home alone with strict rules and responsibilities • Implementing chore charts teaches valuable life skills like cleaning and laundry • Considering small allowanc...
Send us a text Getting back to basics involves reconnecting with fundamental practices like gardening, crafting, and prioritizing health that shaped previous generations and can still enrich our lives as single mothers today. These simple yet powerful approaches help us ground ourselves and teach our children valuable life skills that foster independence and character. • Growing your own vegetables in containers is affordable, educational, and connects children to food sources • Making handm...
Send us a text We explore the meaningful distinction between being a "mother" who provides basic necessities and being a "mom" who sacrifices, teaches, and prepares children for long-term success in life. • A mother provides basic necessities like food, shelter, and clothing • A mom goes beyond basics by teaching life skills and preparing children for independence • Protecting children from adult situations while still teaching responsibility • Teaching household skills like laundry and clea...
Send us a text Two veteran single moms share their journeys from struggles to success, offering wisdom on parenting, finances, education, and emotional growth. • Moving from survival mode to teaching and mentoring your children • Navigating financial challenges as a single parent without shame • The importance of showing emotions to your children rather than hiding your struggles • How to pursue education as an older parent while balancing family responsibilities • Learning that children oft...
Send us a text The podcast is undergoing a name change from "Single Moms United" to "Mom to Mentor," better reflecting the message that mothers are more than just providers—they are examples their children model themselves after. This rebranding emphasizes the mentorship role mothers naturally play in their children's lives and the responsibility that comes with being observed and emulated. • Good moms teach their children through both verbal instruction and observable behaviors • Better mom...
Send us a text Today I explore interviewing skills for single moms seeking employment, focusing on aligning job choices with personality types and mastering the interview process. • Match job descriptions to your personality type - introverts prefer independent work while extroverts thrive in people-centered roles • Research potential employers thoroughly before interviewing to demonstrate genuine interest • Present professionally with conservative attire and minimal distractions during inte...
Send us a text Parenting inevitably involves handling unexpected interruptions and distractions, from financial emergencies to childhood illnesses. Being prepared with both financial strategies and practical supplies can transform these challenging moments from stressful crises into manageable situations. • Save tax refunds and windfalls in high-yield savings accounts for emergencies • Consider thrift shops and consignment stores for children's clothing • Don't be ashamed to accept hand-me-d...
Send us a text This episode dives into the importance of assigning age-appropriate chores to children, emphasizing that responsibilities at home teach valuable life skills. I discuss how chores not only ease the burden on parents but also foster a sense of accountability and independence in kids. • Importance of teaching chores early • Age-specific responsibilities explained • Benefits of helping children take on tasks • Critical thinking and adapting strategies for your fa...
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