How to Become the Best Version of Yourself for Parents

Parenting teens and young adults can feel overwhelming—especially when you're running on empty yourself. In this heartfelt episode, Erin and Chris open up about what it really means to become the best version of yourself… and why doing so is one of the most powerful things you can do for your child. They share real-life stories, vulnerable moments, and practical tools to help you reconnect with your vision, release guilt, and create momentum in your own life—so you can model the confidence, purpose, and joy you want your teen or young adult to experience too.

💡 In This Episode, You’ll Discover: Why many parents feel disconnected, drained, or “stuck” — and how to gently shift out of it How your personal growth directly impacts your child’s motivation and confidence The importance of creating a personal vision and becoming unapologetic about what you want A simple but powerful journaling exercise to visualize your best self and create meaningful change How to handle guilt, regret, and limiting beliefs with self-compassion A daily mindfulness practice that reconnects you with who you really are Why you’re not stuck — and how one small step can open the door to everything

✍️ Featured Exercise: Journal Prompt: “If I fully became the best version of myself, what would my life look like a year from now?” Set a timer for 20 minutes. Dream big. Be unapologetic. Then ask: What small step can I take tomorrow to begin becoming that version of me?

💬 A Message from Erin & Chris: This episode is especially for you—the parent who’s been putting everyone else first. You’re allowed to want more. You’re allowed to grow again. And when you do? Everything around you begins to shift.

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