Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
In this episode, Brett and Erin reflect on a real-life parenting mishap: a missed writing class, a dropped-off teenager, and a problem that had to be solved without a phone, an adult, or a rescue. What could have spiraled into panic instead became a powerful lesson in resilience and confidence. Through this real-life example, they explore why overprotecting our kids can actually hinder their growth and how small, age-appropriate responsibilities prepare children to become resilient problem-solvers later in life.
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Episode Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:49 - Brett's Parenting Mishap
17:25 - Why Difficulties are Good
23:48 - Partner with Summit Ministries this Summer!
25:13 - Building Resilience Through Small Responsibilities
33:17 - What Responsibilities Am I Giving My Kid?
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In this episode, Brett and Erin reflect on a real-life parenting mishap: a missed writing class, a dropped-off teenager, and a problem that had to be solved without a phone, an adult, or a rescue. What could have spiraled into panic instead became a powerful lesson in resilience and confidence. Through this real-life example, they explore why overprotecting our kids can actually hinder their growth and how small, age-appropriate responsibilities prepare children to become resilient problem-solvers later in life.
Invest in your student’s faith by sending them to Summit’s Student Conferences! Use code MAVEN26 to save $250 today at summit.org/maven
Episode Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:49 - Brett's Parenting Mishap
17:25 - Why Difficulties are Good
23:48 - Partner with Summit Ministries this Summer!
25:13 - Building Resilience Through Small Responsibilities
33:17 - What Responsibilities Am I Giving My Kid?
MAVEN...is donor-supported...DONATE HERE: maventruth.com/donation
- Find out more about MAVEN: maventruth.com
- Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/we_are_maven
- Follow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@wearemaven
- Follow us on X: https://x.com/we_are_maven
- Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/MAVENtruth
