A Conversation with My Son: Jake’s Journey of Growth and Self-Discovery

This episode is brought to you by the following: Cozy Earth: Go to https://www.cozyearth.com/notalone and use code VALERIA for an exclusive discount for up to 40% off. Hiya: We've worked out a special deal with Hiya for their best selling children's vitamin. Receive 50% off your first order at https://www.hiyahealth.com/VALERIA.  Nurture Life: For 55% off your order, head to https://www.NurtureLife.com and use code VALERIA In this special episode, Valeria sits down with her 11-year-old son, Jake Lipovetsky, to reflect on their summer experiences, including family trips and Jake's camp adventures. Jake shares lessons on patience, responsibility, and decision-making, especially how he overcame his hesitation to extend his stay at camp. Their conversation explores personal growth, with Jake emphasizing the value of living in the moment and how challenges help build character. He also talks about confidence and self-belief as key elements in personal development. The episode wraps up with Jake discussing his admiration for his parents as role models, particularly for their public speaking and social skills. Shop my look from this episode: https://liketk.it/4Prlg  Mentioned:  Nas Daily Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EyoZdXszaKg  What We Talked About: 00:00 Intro 02:57 “I wanted to protect you.” 05:26 3-month summer break is boring 07:29 Outdoor activities and personal growth 10:57 How do you view personal growth? 14:35 Believe in yourself 20:35 Do you have limiting beliefs? 26:14 What would change this year? 30:52 Sharpen the skills you have right now 33:37 Jake scared Valeria  39:20 Who’s your role model? 43:22 Do you have goals for yourself? 46:51 “I’m lucky you’re my mom.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices