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Jason Seward: Raising Kids Through Action, Not Words
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- Burning The Ships
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- Jan 4, 2026
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- 2658
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Summary
In this solo episode of Burning the Ships , I talk about something that drives nearly every decision I make: the example I’m setting for my kids . This isn’t about parenting hacks, discipline strategies, or telling your kids how to live—it’s about modeling the life you hope they grow into by how you show up every single day. I walk through how my wife and I think about love, gratitude, kindness, health, work ethic, independence, and emotional safety inside our home—and why actions will always matter more than words. From how we treat strangers, to how we handle adversity, to how we take care of our bodies and pursue non-traditional paths, this episode is a reflection on what kids really absorb when they’re watching us closely. If you’re a parent (or planning to be one), this episode will challenge you to take a hard look at whether your behavior aligns with what you’re asking your kids to become. Key Talking Points of the Episode 00:00 Why my kids never see me be rude to anyone 01:48 Why this is another solo episode to close out the year 02:54 JJ’s Joke of the Week 03:22 Introducing my kids: Emma (14) and JJ (9) 04:22 The reality of parenting: none of us get it exactly right 05:15 Why kids model behavior more than they follow instructions 05:59 Making our home the safest place on the planet 07:06 Modeling emotional safety, vulnerability, and expression 07:59 Why “I love you” is said constantly in our house 09:36 The long-term impact of growing up in a loving home 11:12 Teaching kids that love should be expressed, not withheld 12:00 Gratitude as a daily practice, not a concept 13:13 Why gratitude protects against a “woe is me” mindset 14:49 Avoiding a culture of complaining inside the home 16:36 Turning negative situations into positive reframes 17:57 Why modeling behav…