My guest on The Expressive Mom Show today is Kathryne Savage Imabayashi. Kathryne has spent her career transforming the lives of children, parents, and educators globally.

She has significantly impacted roles ranging from an elementary teacher in Canada to leadership positions in Georgia, Qatar, and Tokyo. Her work spans classrooms and administrative positions across Japan, Lebanon, Thailand, and Hiroshima.

Passionate about supporting boys' unique needs, Kathryne offers workshops, presentations, and coaching to challenge stereotypes about masculinity. She founded Sonhood Coaching and an international preschool in Japan, holding multiple degrees and licenses.

Now based in Japan, Kathryne continues to advocate for a more empathetic and understanding world for boys.

Breaking the Stereotypes About Boys
Stereotypes surrounding boys often create harmful expectations that limit their emotional expression and personal growth. Boys are frequently taught to suppress vulnerability and prioritize toughness, which can stifle their ability to communicate feelings or ask for help.

Breaking these stereotypes is essential for fostering a healthier, more empathetic generation. By encouraging boys to embrace a wider range of emotions, talents, and interests, we create space for them to grow into well-rounded individuals.

Challenging outdated norms not only benefits boys but also promotes a more inclusive and understanding society where everyone can thrive beyond rigid gender expectations.You can connect with Kathryne through her website, https://www.sonhoodcoaching.com/, and on LinkedIn, https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathryne-imabayashi.

You can also connect with her on Instagram, @sonhoodcoaching, Facebook, and YouTube.

Next week, I will be chatting with a guest who is a veteran parenting educator and coach who has dedicated over 25 years to supporting aspiring parents, especially within the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

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