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Literally, right before I started writing this article, I was having a conversation It made me reflect on how many people have flaws in their thinking regarding this matter. Immediately after concluding my discussion with my wife, I began contemplating the roles of parents in their children's lives. The first idea that came to mind was guidance; the role of a parent in a child's life is to provide guidance.

However, I believe many people would agree with me that providing guidance is indeed a key role for parents. Yet, this consideration led me to ponder the imperfections inherent in such thinking. The most significant flaw is the assumption that every parent will be a perfect guide in their child's life – a notion I don't subscribe to, including for myself. Nonetheless, there are certain crucial aspects that, if unknown, could easily lead parents to inadvertently misguide their children.

Have you ever considered a time when you embarked on learning a new sport, class, or skill, feeling genuinely excited about it? You likely had a teacher, instructor, or mentor guiding you along the way. However, a significant challenge arises when these individuals possess a passion for the activity but lack the expertise to excel in it themselves. Alternatively, perhaps you encountered someone highly talented in a particular area but struggled to effectively teach you the same skills.

Consequently, the transition to acquiring those skills was never smooth. Many people tend to attribute this to differences in inherent talent, believing they simply lack the aptitude. Yet, have you ever contemplated whether the issue lay with the mentor? Perhaps they couldn't effectively communicate in a manner that resonated with your learning style, hindering your progress. But before we continue this conversation, go support the sponsor we love today, here’s a quick ad for them.

So today, this won't be the usual article offering tips or tricks, but rather, I want to provide an explanation to all our new subscribers and those who have been with us for a while. Why did my co-founder, The Indomitable Black men, and I, the CEO of GentleParents, founded this company.

If you visit our subscribe page, you'll notice one of the key reasons behind our establishment: we aim to guide parents on how to connect with their kids. Odds are, you are an awesome person with a unique and compelling story. You possess a wealth of talents and experiences that you could share with your kids, just like a famous athlete has many stories to tell.However, when it comes to effectively guiding your child, there's often a disconnect.

Have you ever noticed that some of the world's greatest athletes remain solely athletes throughout their careers? They never transition into coaching roles. Similarly, some of the brightest mathematicians conceive groundbreaking theories but never step into teaching positions in math classrooms. And then there are the exceptional singers who continue to sing until their last breath, yet they're never recognized as great coaches to other singers. These coaches and mentors often work behind the scenes, unknown to the public, yet they play a pivotal role in shaping the careers of successful individuals.

A prime example is Serena Williams and her father. Many people were unaware of her father's influence until Will Smith portrayed him in a movie. This revelation came as a surprise to me, and I suspect it's the same for a majority of people around the world.

So, as I delve into this topic, I want to acknowledge that each of you has your own incredible story, one that I would love to hear. You are unique and special in your own way. However, when it comes to guiding your kids, being unique and special doesn't automatically mean that passing on all your skills and talents to your children will be a smooth process.

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