341: The Skills Kids Need to Be Successful Today with Elizabeth West

341: The Skills Kids Need to Be Successful Today with Elizabeth West

Author: Erin Royer, MA Clinical Psychology, Child Development Specialist May 25, 2023 Duration: 36:17

Regardless of the path our children will choose in life, there are skills we can impart that will vastly contribute to their happiness and success in any and every area. Erin talks with Elizabeth West, about what these skills are and how we can begin to impart them from the earliest ages and continue to develop them throughout their childhood journey so they are ready to face the decisions and responsibilities of young adulthood in college, careers, and beyond.

Elizabeth is CEO of EWC Consulting, Elizabeth began her career as an Admissions Counselor at UNC Pembroke where she began to see students' stories, triumphs and struggles come to life. Throughout her 25 years in higher education, working with students and helping them become successful continues to be the greatest joy of her career.





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Erin Royer brings her background as a child development specialist and her MA in Clinical Psychology to every conversation on Parenting Beyond Discipline. While the name hints at moving past punitive measures, this podcast truly explores the full landscape of raising children in a modern world. You’ll hear thoughtful discussions that connect children's physical health and fitness to their mental well-being, and consider how family dynamics shape education and self-esteem. Erin approaches these sometimes-daunting topics with a relatable and warm presence, finding moments of humor in the daily chaos of family life. It’s a resource that feels like a thoughtful conversation with a knowledgeable friend, one who understands that parenting is about nurturing the whole child-and the whole parent, too. Tune in for practical insights that extend far beyond behavior management, offering a broader, more compassionate view of child development.
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