“Carry the Tray: Raising Resilient Kids in Today's Wild World” explores the critical role adults play in shaping resilience in children. Through engaging anecdotes and evidence-based insights, Stuart Perry introduces the "tray" metaphor to highlight the importance of balancing support and challenges for children. Participants will leave with actionable strategies for fostering emotional strength and independence while addressing the unique pressures faced by today’s youth.
Higher-Level Objectives- Identify practical strategies for fostering resilience in children by providing developmentally appropriate challenges and support.
- Understand the metaphor of "carrying the tray" and how it applies to balancing expectations, independence, and emotional growth in children.
- Recognize the long-term benefits of allowing children to face and navigate discomfort in a supportive environment, and learn to avoid overprotective or overly punitive parenting styles.
