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Trish Wood is Critical
A family tragedy forces a hard charging silicon valley executive to review his work-obsessed lifestyle before it's too late. Guy Michlin begins focusing on his children and starts the popular Raising to Rise podcast, interviewing...
1:19:39•1 Jan 2021
Guy Michlin's Journey: From Tragedy to Transformative Parenting
Episode Overview
- Role modelling is crucial; children emulate what they see.
- Allow children to discover their own passions and paths.
- Optimism can significantly improve mental and physical health.
- Family tragedies can catalyse profound personal transformations.
- Engaging with children's interests strengthens bonds.
“"Kids don't listen to what we say, they watch what we do."”
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this gripping episode of "Trish Wood is Critical," you'll meet Guy Michlin, a Silicon Valley executive who found his life turned upside down by a family tragedy. With his wife diagnosed with ALS, Michlin was forced to re-evaluate his priorities and focus on his children.
His journey led him to create the "Raising to Rise" podcast, where he interviews parents of successful children, including the mother of famed climber Alex Honnold. Through these conversations, Michlin seeks to uncover the traits that define successful parenting. You'll hear about the importance of role modelling, the need to let children find their own paths, and how optimism can transform lives. Trish Wood's empathetic yet probing style draws out Michlin's heartfelt reflections, making this episode both moving and enlightening.
Whether you're a parent or simply interested in stories of personal transformation, this episode offers a wealth of wisdom and inspiration. Are you ready to rethink your own priorities and embrace the unexpected lessons life throws your way?

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