Episode 72: Faith, Family, & Resilience
SUMMARY
In this episode, Milo and Olivia interview Jeff Nelligan. Jeff shares the inspiration behind his book and the importance of raising resilient children. He breaks down the four critical pillars - courtesy, confidence, resilience, ambition - and explains how parents can implement these in everyday life. Filled with difficult, but needed truths, this episode is sure to challenge anyone who is wanting to build resiliency in their life and in the lives of those they impact.
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INTRODUCTION
In this episode, Milo and Olivia interview Jeff Nelligan. Jeff shares the inspiration behind his book and the importance of raising resilient children. He breaks down the four critical pillars - courtesy, confidence, resilience, ambition - and explains how parents can implement these in everyday life. Filled with difficult, but needed truths, this episode is sure to challenge anyone who is wanting to build resiliency in their life and in the lives of those they impact.
Key Topics:
Four critical pillars kids need: courtesy, confidence, resilience, and ambition
The dangers of digital addiction and how to limit screen time
The importance of faith and authenticity in parenting
Practical steps for building strong family connectionsScripture
Actionable Tips:
Set screen time limits and create a social media contract for your family
Take regular walks with your children to encourage open conversation
Read together as a family to foster a love of learning and connection
Be present at your child’s activities and events to show support and engagement
ABOUT JEFF NELLIGAN
Author of Four Lessons from y My Three Sons (available on Amazon)
Jeff Nelligan is the father of three boys and a well-known commentator in the world of American parenting. His most recent work is the 2nd edition of Four Lessons from My Three Sons – How You Can Raise Resilient Kids, in which he outlines how his parenting techniques helped guide his sons through childhood and adolescence to the U.S. Naval Academy, Williams College, and West Point. The first edition was the subject of feature stories in USA TODAY, The Sean Spicer Show, National Public Radio (NPR) and in dozens of publications, including: Parents Magazine, Fatherly, LetGrow, The Good Men Project, The San Diego Union, and The Baltimore Sun.
Currently a public affairs executive in Washington, D.C., Nelligan formerly worked for three Members of the U.S. Congress and served twice as a Presidential appointee. An Army veteran, he is a of Polynesian ancestry (Māori Indian, New Zealand) and a graduate of Williams College, Georgetown University Law School, the U.S. Army Air Assault School, and the French Army Brevet Commando School.
Contact Information
Website: www.nelliganbooks.com
Email: Jeff@ResilientSons.com
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