06/17/2026
Why shouldn’t your child’s “happiness” be your main focus?
Every parent wants their child to be happy.
But if happiness becomes the goal, we can accidentally remove the very experiences that help children grow.
Frustration teaches patience.�Disappointment teaches resilience.�Boredom sparks creativity.�Failure teaches perseverance.
The truth is, life will eventually introduce all of these challenges. Our job isn't to shield our children from them—it's to help them navigate them.
The goal isn't to raise a child who never struggles.
The goal is to raise a child who knows they can overcome the struggle.