Helping Our Kids Thrive in a VUCA World

Raising our children in a volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous world can be daunting.In this fast-paced and ever-changing world, what are the key skills we should equip our children with? How can we help them thrive in such a challenging landscape?In this episode, our host, June Yong, is joined by Paul Lim, a father of three children and a Senior Lecturer of Organisational Behavior and Human Resources at a local university. With an interest in the study of resilience, Paul unpacks the concept of hardiness – sharing tips to encourage and equip parents in cultivating these important skills to prepare our children to face challenges, ambiguity and failure.Note: In the conversation, "parentification" was mentioned. The correct term is "hyperparenting".--Do you have a question for us, or a topic you would like to hear about? Drop us an email at ParentEd@family.org.sg. Or visit our website at www.family.org.sg for more parenting resources.--If you have enjoyed this episode, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcast or Podchaser. It'll be very helpful for others to find our podcast. You can also help us by copying this link www.family.org.sg/parentedpodcast to share with your friends.You can also support us by giving monthly. We appreciate your generous giving as every dollar helps to sustain our efforts in strengthening families. Do note that if you are based in Singapore, one-time gifts above SGD$50 or monthly donations above SGD$10 are eligible for 250% tax-deductible benefits.

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Family life can be unpredictable and chaotic. Amidst work pressures, day-to-day stresses and digital distractions, how can we nurture greater intimacy with our spouse and deepen our parent-child connections? Join us in our honest conversations about marriage, parenting and work life as we chat with everyday people and experts about the struggles, joys and small victories that we share. There is no perfect family. As we share stories, offer practical insights and answer your questions, we hope that these episodes will provide hope and encouragement in your journey of becoming a better spouse and a more intentional parent. --- Finalist for "Best Arts, Society and Culture Podcast" at the Asia Podcast Festival Awards 2022