What I Want My Kids to Know: Parenting Strategies to Raise Resilient, Real-World Ready Kids

We all want our kids to feel motivated, proud, and capable—but what happens when that motivation starts to feel more like pressure?In this episode, we’re digging into external expectations—the ones placed on our kids by school, peers, sports, teachers, or even us as parents. We’ll talk about how kids absorb these expectations, when they start to feel like pressure, and how to help our children process them in healthy, productive ways. You’ll learn: The difference between healthy motivation and

We all want to talk honestly with our kids—but when the moment comes, many of us freeze. We worry about saying the wrong thing, making a problem worse, or pushing our kids away. And sometimes, because of all that fear, we say nothing at all.In this episode, we’re digging into what holds us back from hard conversations—and how to move forward with confidence, connection, and care. You’ll learn: What’s really behind our hesitation to talk about tough topics Three common mistakes parents make when

We’ve all been there—your child melts down over the wrong color cup, or slams their bedroom door over a coat. In those moments, you start second-guessing everything. Am I being too soft? Too strict? Too emotional? Too cold? Here’s the good news: You don’t have to be a therapist to raise emotionally intelligent kids. In this episode, we’re talking all about emotional intelligence—what it is, why it matters, and how to support your child’s emotional development in everyday moments, without making it

Welcome to the very first episode of What I Want My Kids to Know! I’m so glad you’re here. In this intro episode, I’m sharing the heart behind this podcast—why I started it, what I believe about parenting, and what you can expect each week. You’ll also hear a bit about my background as a school psychologist, a parent of three girls, and someone who deeply believes in the power of intentional conversations. You’ll learn: What it means to raise “real-world-ready” kids Why everyday conversations

Welcome to What I Want My Kids to Know, a podcast for parents, caregivers, and educators who want to raise thoughtful, emotionally aware kids. In this trailer, host Mykayla Sygulla shares the heart behind the show and what you can expect in future episodes—real conversations to help you connect, reflect, and grow together.