The Ten-Things Podcast

You Are God’s Special Gift To Me/Us

CONTACT DAVID FOR QUESTION AND COMMENTS- davidhiggtx [davidhiggtx@gmail.com]@gmail.com [davidhiggtx@gmail.com]   You Are God's Gift To Me/Us * We are responsible for being the best parents we can be * Will you pray for us that we will become the best parents we can be? * I want to be the best Dad/Mom I can be…

I Don’t Have A Plan For Your Life But I Want To Help You Discover Your Dream For Your Life

Contact David for any Questions or Comments davidhiggtx@gmail.com   I don't have a plan for your life, but I want to help you discover your dream for your life. * I'm more concerned about the kind of person you become than the job/career you choose. * It’s your life…it’s your choice! * You don’t have to decide right now…dream a little. * Dream WITH your child…Let them discover their dream not some version of yours. * It's important for a parent to not shoot down something their child says as they are processing ideas about the future (Professional Skateboarder, Nurse, Teacher). * Parents have to let go of the dreams they have for their children to let the child discover the possibilities that could become their future.

If You’re Ever Worried, Concerned, or Scared, You Can Always Talk About It With Me-

Contact David for Questions and Comments  davidhiggtx@gmail.com                     If you're ever worried, concerned, or scared,                                             you can always talk about it with me. * It’s important to communicate this to children before they are worried, concerned, or scared, as well as when they have these feelings. * Dads must work to NOT be in “fix-it mode” when listening to a child’s concern or problem. * Making sure that you resolve conflicts between yourself and your child is essential for deeper levels of communication. * Look for opportunities that allow your child to open up about things that may be bothering them. (Neighbors being evicted) * Helping your child resolve a problem, find a solution, or figure out what to do, is more important and, life-impacting, than giving them the answer or resolving it yourself.

When I’m Not With You I Still Think About You!

Contact David for Comments and Questions- davidhiggtx@gmail.com   When I'm not with you, I still think about you. * I always carry your picture with me when I go away. * I have your picture on the wallpaper on my phone. * Call home-"I was thinking about you today and was reminded of ____________ and how proud I am of you.” * “I was thinking about you this morning and praying for you about…” * When out of town make it a priority to talk to them every day. * Even when we are apart, our family is still connected. * Even when in town, surprise your child with an unexpected phone call and chat with them for a few minutes.

When I Make Mistakes I’ll Always Apologize And Try To Make Things Right With You-

Contact David for any comments and questions: davidhiggtx@gmail.com [davidhiggtx@gmail.com]   When I make mistakes I will always apologize and try to make things right with you. * I am going to make mistakes and so are you. It’s part of being human. * We have to learn to forgive one another for our mistakes and make things right with one another. * It takes practice...and humility. * When you admit you are wrong and apologize, you teach your child to do that with others. * "I was wrong to do/say/act the way I did. I'm sorry, and hope you can forgive me." * Don't pressure the child to say they forgive you. It might take some time. They will usually be glad to forgive, but not necessarily always.