Parents, how do your teens view practice? Is it a chore, an obligation, or a chance to improve? In this episode, we break down why practice isn’t just about showing up—it’s about showing up with the right mindset and appropriate rules. Using some humorous insights from the unlikely combo of Allen Iverson and Ted Lasso, we explore how values and rules shape your teen’s approach to practice and how you, as a parent, play a critical role in that process.

This episode, #88 is the last in the Values Need Rules and Rules Need Values Series. Episode 84 sets the table and 85 (Homework), 86 (Teen Parties), & 87 (Social Media) get very specific. Enjoy!

The Juicy Timestamps!

00:00 The "Practice Debate" with Allen Iverson and Ted Lasso :)

04:10 Values and Rules in the context of "Practice"

09:19 The Importance of Practice: Perspectives and Insights

14:04 Deep Practice: Quality Over Quantity

18:26 Modeling Practice: The Parent's Role

The Keepers!

• Values and rules are interconnected in the context of practice.
• Parents need to communicate the value of practice without being preachy.
• Deep practice is more effective than long, distracted practice sessions.
• Investing time in practice yields long-term benefits, akin to sweat equity.
• Celebrating small wins in practice can enhance motivation for teens.
• The perspective of practice as a privilege can change your performer's attitude.
• Modeling good work habits as parents influences teen's views on practice.
• Everything we do is training for something, shaping our future performance.

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Credit to David Stauffer for the Allen Iverson/Ted Lasso Mashup.