Success That Lasts: Teaching Kids to Thrive, Not Just Achieve

What does it really mean for a child to be "successful"? In this episode of Facing the Dark , Dr. Kathy Koch and Wayne Stender explore research on sibling success and unpack why optimism, motivation, learning, coaching, and, most importantly, wisdom and resilience shape kids for long-term flourishing. Together, they challenge achievement-based definitions of success and offer a Christ-centered vision that emphasizes character, growth, and learning how to apply truth in everyday life