Welcome to Season 6, Episode 1 of the People, Process, Progress podcast. In Episode 1: “The Day My Son Surpassed Me“, I share one of the most humbling and inspiring moments of my life: when I realized my teenage son wasn’t just stronger in the gym, he was steadier under pressure. During a season when I was managing anxiety and struggling to stay grounded, he anchored us both.
This moment flipped our roles and reshaped how I parent and lead. I share how that shift inspired changes in how we talk, train, and trust each other and how it connects to a powerful idea from The Daily Dad by Ryan Holiday:
“Your job isn’t to raise a good kid. It’s to raise a good adult. One who knows how to do things, how to solve problems, how to lead, how to care for others.”
Key Takeaways:
- Letting go isn’t weakness, it’s trust
- Progress means watching them build their own path
- Asking “Do you want feedback, or do you just want to talk?” can change your relationships
If this story resonates with your experience as a parent, mentor, or leader, share it with someone who needs a reminder that growth often means stepping aside with intention.
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Learn more about Host Kevin Pannell on the About page.
People first. Process aligned. Progress together.
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