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In this podcast episode, DJ invited Jeff Nelligan, author of Four Lessons from My Three Sons, on the show to help you discover the key to resilient parenting and fostering gratitude in children. Listen in as they discuss the inspiration behind his book as well as the importance of instilling qualities like personal conduct, building confidence, confronting adversity, and pursuing ambition in children. Stay tuned as they reflect on the challenges brought by the pandemic, the value of providing children with real-world tasks, fostering independence, and the impact of trials in shaping resilience and growth to raise capable, confident individuals.

Jeff Nelligan is the father of three boys and a well-known commentator in the world of American parenting. His most recent book is the 2nd edition of “Four Lessons from My Three Sons – How You Can Raise Resilient Kids,” which was the subject of feature stories on National Public Radio and in dozens of parenting publications, including: Parents Magazine, Fatherly, YoungTeen Magazine, The Good Men Project, Fatherhood and LetGrow and in which he outlined his parenting techniques and the path of his sons through childhood and adolescence to the U.S. Naval Academy, Williams College, and West Point. 

TIMESTAMPS
• [5:20] Jeff emphasizes the significance of gratitude in parenting, from the moment the child is born, and how it can help parents cope with challenges like lockdowns and school closures.
• [10:57] Jeff highlights the value of having a support system to help individuals overcome challenges and achieve their goals.
• [19:07] DJ & Jeff discuss the value of disagreements within families, as they provide opportunities for children to learn negotiation and compromise skills.
• [34:31] Jeff shares his passion for preserving family history through old-school methods like binders and scrapbooks.

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