Episode 367: Capable the Toddler Years with David and Sissy

Raising Boys & Girls

That Sounds Fun Network

Religion & Spirituality, Kids & Family, Christianity, Parenting

4.9 • 1.9K Ratings

🗓️ 16 April 2026

⏱️ 25 minutes

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Toddlers’ “I do it myself” moments aren’t defiance, they’re signs of healthy development and a deep drive for autonomy. When parents pause before stepping in, allow struggle, and offer both empathy and boundaries, they create space for confidence and capability to grow. David and Sissy talk about how separation, independence, and small responsibilities all play a key role in helping toddlers build trust, resilience, and the belief that “I can handle things.” Resources mentioned: The Connected Child by Dr. Karyn Purvis Braver, Stronger, Smarter by Sissy Goff The Daystar Dogs Series . . . . . . Sign up to receive the⁠ bi-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠monthly newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-order our new book, Capable and grab tickets for Capable - The Book Tour here! See our speaking dates, purchase books and check out our courses here.. . . . . . If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Advertise With Us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ form. HOPE SPRINGS: Listen along to Hope Springs, https://tinyurl.com/RBGHopeSprings, a family audio drama series following the lives and adventures of a few Colorado kids QUINCE: Go to ⁠Quince.com/rbg⁠ for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. BOLL & BRANCH: Get 15% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at Bollandbranch.com/rbg⁠. Exclusions apply. NIV ILLUSTRATING BIBLE: Go to https://tinyurl.com/RBGNIVIllustratingBible to learn more about the NIV Illustrating Bible. EVERYBODY GET A JUICE BOX: Go to https://tinyurl.com/RBGJuiceboxPodcast to learn more about this podcast on neurodiverse parenting. SHOPIFY: Go to https://tinyurl.com/RBGShopify to learn more about Shopify! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	Parents, are you looking for a screen-free, engaging way to teach your kids the Bible?
0:04.4	One that's easy to understand and enjoyable for multiple ages?
0:08.2	Kids Bible Stories podcast is here to help.
0:10.9	I created this for my own children, and it's now a favorite among thousands of families.
0:15.7	Kids love the vivid imagery, scriptures, and sound effects,
0:19.1	while parents appreciate the apply section
0:20.9	for meaningful conversations.
0:22.7	We have hundreds and hundreds of beautiful episodes that bring the Bible to life when you
0:27.7	simply press play.
0:29.6	It's a sound and practical resource that walks alongside you as you teach your kids.
0:35.0	We want kids to see how incredible God's Word is in an engaging and memorable way with Kids'
0:41.2	Bible Stories podcast.
0:43.7	Listen to Kids' Bible Stories Podcasts wherever you get your podcasts. Hey friends, welcome to the Raising Boys and Girls podcast.
1:03.0	I'm Sissy Goff.
1:04.1	And I'm David Thomas, and we're so glad you've joined us for this conversation.
1:08.9	Let's dive in.
1:23.8	Okay, David, let's start with a moment every parent or aunt of a toddler has had.
1:28.3	You're trying to get out the door. You're already late. And your toddler says,
1:36.4	I do it myself. And you're thinking, this is not the moment. Oh, right. Shoes on the wrong feet, shirt backwards, or one buttonhole off, toothpaste everywhere. That was last week for me.
1:43.3	And what if what feels like the most inconvenient
1:48.5	moment of your day is actually the most important. Because what if that moment is where
1:56.5	capability begins? Okay. So let's talk about what's really happening with toddlers.
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