How Other Dads Dad with Hamish Blake How Martin "Rac" Heppell Dads
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Aug 31, 2023 Former teacher and assistant principal, Rac, shares crazy stories and insights gained from helping kids. Topics include building trust with kids, supporting them through difficult moments, and an all-time great dadding story.
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Raised Among A Tribal Community
- Martin Heppell lived with a head-hunting tribe in Borneo as a child and learned to be comfortable outside his comfort zone.
- That experience taught him resilience, social skills, and the value of shared community.
Trust The Outcome To Get Truth
- 'Trust the outcome' means prioritize honest disclosure by guaranteeing no immediate punitive burning when kids tell the truth.
- That creates opportunities for reflection, learning, and guided consequences later.
Use ZPD And Reinforce Progress
- Challenge children within their Zone Of Proximal Development to keep them engaged but avoid overwhelming them.
- Give positive reinforcement when they persist so they return after setbacks.