Raising Resilient Kids with Sissy Goff & David Thomas

In a world where anxiety, pressure, and uncertainty are shaping the lives of children more than ever before, how do we raise kids who are not just successful—but truly resilient?

In this episode of God-Sized Stories, Patricia Holbrook sits down with Sissy Goff and David Thomas, trusted counselors and co-authors of Capable: How to Teach Your Kids the Strengths, Skills, and Strategies to Build Resilience.

Together, they share practical, faith-informed wisdom on how to help children develop emotional strength, navigate challenges, and grow into confident, grounded individuals—without fear leading the way.

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📖 GO DEEPER ON THE BLOG

Visit Patricia’s article on this topic, where you’ll find deeper biblical insight, the full interview, and direct links to purchase the book and enter the giveaway:
👉 https://patriciaholbrook.com/2026/05/raising-resilient-children/

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🎁 BOOK GIVEAWAY

We’re giving away a copy of Capable!
👉 Enter here: https://bit.ly/4dlI4eZ

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📚 PURCHASE THE BOOK

Capable: How to Teach Your Kids the Strengths, Skills, and Strategies to Build Resilience

👉 Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1400222549
👉 Publisher: https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/capable/

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🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN:

* What resilience actually looks like in children
* How to recognize emotional struggles early
* Practical ways to build strength without removing hardship
* How anxiety is impacting today’s kids—and how to respond
* How to parent with intention instead of fear

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🔗 CONNECT WITH TODAY’S GUESTS

* Sissy Goff & David Thomas: https://www.raisingboysandgirls.com

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