Your Calendar Is Killing Your Kid's Creativity ft. Kelly Corrigan and Claire Corrigan Lichty

Have you ever asked yourself: "Am I truly supporting my child's unique passions, or just steering them?" "How can I foster real self-confidence and creativity in my kids?" "Is our family calendar too jam-packed to allow for true connection?" If these questions resonate, today's conversation offers a heartwarming and insightful perspective on what children truly need from their fathers. Larry Hagner welcomes the dynamic mother-daughter duo, bestselling author Kelly Corrigan and her daughter, Claire Corrigan Lichty. While not dads themselves, their lived experiences as loving daughters and keen family observers bring a fresh, invaluable perspective to fatherhood that every dad needs to hear. Kelly shares heartfelt stories of her powerful relationship with her father, George Corrigan, whose unwavering support and willingness to let her "lead" fundamentally shaped her self-confidence and creativity. Become the best husband and leader you can: bit.ly/deamarriageyoutube In this candid conversation, we dig into: • The profound impact of a father's unwavering support and the courage to "follow your child's lead." • The importance of nurturing a child’s unique interests and fostering their authentic self, rather than trying to mold them. • The surprising magic of simple, unstructured moments and their role in building resilience, joy, and lifelong self-soothing skills. • The hidden pitfalls of overscheduling kids and how it can hinder genuine connection and development. • Valuable lessons from their new children’s book, Marianne The Maker, on helping kids discover and express who they really are. This episode is packed with wisdom, warmth, and actionable takeaways for fathers struggling with busy schedules or simply searching for new ways to deeply support their kids’ passions. www.thedadedge.com/friday210 www.thedadedge.com/alliance www.mariannethemaker.com/tour www.mariannethemaker.com/about-us