Coaching Elementary Kids
Hello everyone! Welcome back to the Positively Healthy Mom Podcast. I’m Laura Ollinger, and today I’m so excited to introduce Renaye Thornborrow, a personal development expert and founder of Adventures in Wisdom, whose work in children's mindset and life coaching is truly transformative. Renaye has dedicated her career to understanding how empowering children with the right mindset skills can lead to incredible personal growth and resilience. With her deep knowledge and practical tools, Renaye provides actionable insights on how stories and coaching can make a big difference in our children's mental well-being.
Renaye's company focuses on teaching children about the power of their thoughts and minds. Since 2013, they've been certifying coaches worldwide to bring these vital skills to kids, impacting families and creating fulfilling careers for their coaches.
Why Mindset Matters for Kids
We explored how Adventures in Wisdom uses a unique story-based coaching curriculum to teach 27 essential mindset skills. These fables help children understand and navigate real-life situations, empowering them to make positive choices and build confidence. Renaye emphasized that the program isn't just about stories; it's a comprehensive curriculum with mentor guides, child-friendly discussion questions, and engaging activities.
Key Skills for Building Self-Esteem
One of the most powerful skills Renaye highlighted is self-talk. She explained how our internal dialogue can either build us up or tear us down, and how teaching children to identify and shift negative self-talk can significantly boost their confidence and resilience.
Coaching vs. Therapy: Understanding the Difference
We also discussed the distinction between coaching and therapy. Renaye clarified that while therapists address mental illness, coaches focus on proactive mental wellness, helping children develop coping skills, confidence, and self-leadership.
Real-Life Success Stories
Renaye shared a heartwarming story about a shy boy named Tyler, who, after a few coaching sessions, transformed into a confident and outgoing child. This example highlights the profound impact that mindset coaching can have on a child's life.
Navigating Technology and AI
As parents, we're all concerned about the impact of technology on our kids. Renaye and I discussed the importance of educating children about the effects of screens and social media on their mental health. We also touched on the looming impact of AI and the need to foster critical thinking skills in children.
Building Human Connection
Renaye emphasized the importance of human-to-human connection, especially in a world dominated by screens. She encouraged parents to find opportunities for their children to engage in screen-free activities that promote social and emotional development.
If you're interested in empowering your child's mind or exploring a career as a kids' life coach, I encourage you to visit adventuresinwisdom.com. There, you can download a free coaching story about self-talk and discover resources for parents and coaches.
If you want to listen to the full conversation with Renaye Thornborrow, the podcast episode is available now. Tune in to hear more about empowering children through mindset training and life coaching. Discover how these skills can transform your child's life and explore potential career opportunities. Hit play and start listening today!
