The BIGGEST Mistake Parents Are Making. A Personal Story From Our CEO.

Jordan Langdon

Want to know the biggest mistake you may be making as a parent? In this episode, Steve Markel, CEO and Founder of Families of Character shares his personal story about raising 5 kids, the biggest mistake he & his wife had NO IDEA they were making and how their family later experienced positive transformation.  This episode gives you a deeper dive into the WHY behind our mission at Families of Character and will help you turn things around if you're making this same mistake too.

 

  

 

Topic Themes:

  1.  Parenting experts agree - "If you develop moral character in your kids, they will be successful no matter what they choose to do." Min: 2:45
  2. "12 years ago, there was no practical application for developing character in your kids."  Min: 4:03
  3.  We mean well and have great intentions for raising happy, healthy, successful kids, but they don't just turn out that way, by accident. How can we be intentional about forming their character? Min: 13:53 
  4. Keeping score in your marriage and how to break that habit and grow in joy and unity. Min 27:38

Interested in more topics like this about parenting? Visit our AD FREE blog!

Join our movement of like-minded parents who aren't willing to settle for the status quo.  Help us raise the bar in marriage and family life so we are raising happy, healthy, confident and successful kids who are able to bounce back from all our culture throws their way.  Join us inside our Private Facebook Group, The Thrive Community by Families of Character.

Want to experience more peace, joy and unity in your family?  Check out our practical tools and simple solutions for tackling issues like Disrespect, Entitlement, Screen Addiction, Laziness, and Disorganization.

Join our mailing list! Each week we send out resources that ease parenting stress, stories you can relate to, and valuable tips. Simply scroll to the bottom of our page and sign up today!
Back to blog

Links from the episode

The Thriving Family Accelerator provides an easy, 3-step process to lower stress, parent as a united team, and enjoy a true friendship with your spouse & relationship with your kids. Sign up now for this live parent coaching with proven methods for positively engaging your family and redistributing the mental load. 

Discover the secrets to building a connected + thriving family. All you'll need is a few minutes of your week—it's easy!

Looking for things to combat boredom and bolster growth in your kids? Check out our Tame the Tech Bundle and the Best Me I Can Be Journal!

Support the Show: Give $20 to keep the mic on. We're a 501 c(3) non-profit and produce this show for parents around the globe.

Join our Private FB community!

Thriving Family Accelerator

The Thriving Family Accelerator provides an easy, 3-step process to lower stress, parent as a united team, and enjoy a true friendship with your spouse & relationship with your kids. Sign up now for this live parent coaching with proven methods for positively engaging your family and redistributing the mental load. 

Discover the secrets to building a connected + thriving family. All you'll need is a few minutes of your week—it's easy!

LEARN MORE