Real Talk: Are You Supporting or Stressing Your High-Achieving Child?

When your child is excelling, it’s natural to feel proud – but it’s also easy to cross the line from supportive to stressful without realizing it. So how do you know whether you’re encouraging your high-achieving child or inadvertently adding pressure?

Signs You Might Be Adding Stress:

• Frequently discussing performance instead of effort.

• Setting expectations that are more about winning than learning.

• Not recognizing when your child feels overwhelmed or exhausted.

• Focusing solely on results rather than the process.

How to Be Truly Supportive:

Audrey’s book delves into how parents can recognize the subtle signs of stress and how to foster an environment that values growth over perfection. Simple shifts in perspective can make a world of difference. Instead of saying, “You need to be the best,” try, “I’m proud of how hard you worked.”

Finding Balance:

It’s essential to remember that achievements are just one part of who your child is. Audrey helps parents understand how to celebrate success while also nurturing the person behind the accomplishments. It’s about helping your child set realistic goals and learn that their value is not solely tied to performance.

Connect for More Guidance:

Audrey’s consulting sessions are designed to equip you with practical tools for supporting your child without pushing them too hard. Book a session today and learn how to foster a balanced, healthy approach to achievement.