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But the journey in and out is as much or more of the experience than the destination. Each year, we encounter a fresh rock slide, a new set of boulders, or a recently fallen tree, and we reflect on all the times we encountered similar roadblocks. We recall how we winched our way out, turned our vehicle upright, and fixed the problem, and we feel ready to take on the current challenge. More than once, we’ve used the arduous trek to the
lake to remind our grandkids that it’s overcoming each and every obstacle that builds our muscles for facing life’s adversity. This and all the other activities and conversations on the trip are added to our family’s Legacy Bank. WHERE WILL YOUR NEXT RETREAT TAKE YOU? As I’ve shared the Family Retreat With a Purpose approach with the 3 Dimensional Wealth community, it’s been rewarding to hear how it’s impacting families. They talk about how powerful it is to step away from life’s distractions, have dedicated time together, and blend fun and inspiration into unforgettable experiences. Suddenly they see that vacations can be more than just getaways — they can become bonding, building, transformative adventures. For those who are new to the concept, we’ve created a sample agenda to help parents and grandparents plan Family Retreats With a Purpose. (Use the QR code on Page 1 to download your free copy.)
SUPPORTING THEIR GROWTH EMPOWERING OUR KIDS TO PURSUE EXCELLENCE
Our son Ethan loves sports. Ever since he could hold a ball, he’s loved playing anything and everything he could. First it was against me in the backyard, then alongside his teammates when he was old enough to play youth sports. Now he’s in high school, and his passion hasn’t faded. He has his sights set on playing in college. My wife, Harmony, and I have taught our kids about goals — how it takes more than a wish to reach the accomplishments that matter to us. Like I’ve mentioned in a previous article, we’ve walked them through setting SMART goals (S–Specific; M–Measurable; A–Attainable; R–Relevant; T–Time Frame), then doing everything it takes to follow through with accountability and responsibility. As parents, Harmony and I have thought about how we can support our kids in reaching their goals. With our daughters, we’re there to encourage their love of music by arranging for piano and violin lessons, following up on their practice time at home, and cheering them on at their recitals. With Ethan’s collegiate athlete aspirations, he applies himself in practice and gives his all in the games. Harmony and I want to invest in his goals, so we’ve hired a company that has helped him set up a college recruiting profile.
Now he’s putting in the work not only on the field, but also in pursuing scholarships. He regularly posts videos of his performance in football, wrestling, lacrosse, basketball, and rugby. He checks the messages and gets excited when he can see universities checking out his profile. Over the next few years, he’ll continue to add videos and connect with schools, working to increase his chances of achieving his dream of playing in college. Will all this effort guarantee he’s wearing a college jersey someday? He knows that it doesn’t mean schools are necessarily going to offer him a scholarship, but instead of just walking blindly toward his goal, he wants to do everything he can to play at a junior college or four-year university. In the meantime, we’re helping him see that what he’s doing in sports applies to the rest of his life. He’s building the kind of Foundational Dimension habits that will benefit his future education, career, and family.
As parents, I think we all want nothing more than for our kids to gain the confidence that comes from pursuing and achieving goals. The more we can do to support them, the more likely they are to succeed. I wish you and your family the best as you guide your children to strengthen their Foundational Dimension. –Emron Andrew Want to help your kids reach their goals? The Goal Activator can help your children (and you!) kickstart the progress. Download the free tool at www. EntitlementAbolition.com/ Resources today!
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