#66 How Do I... Teach My Children to Be Heliotropic?

Ever wonder how to help the children in your life grow into positive, compassionate, and resilient individuals… the kind of people who naturally bring light to those around them? In this “How Do I…” episode of Be the Sun, Not the Salt, Dr. Harry Cohen and Connie Fontaine dig into what it really takes to teach kids to be heliotropic.

Here’s what you’ll hear:

• Why modeling positivity and practicing it yourself is the foundation when raising children who radiate warmth and kindness
• Honest reflections on the messy journey of parenting, including moments we wish we could redo and how to keep improving no matter your kids’ ages
• The surprising ways everyday moments shape how children see themselves and others
• What it means to show up authentically as a parent—even when you don’t have all the answers
• How to navigate the tricky balance of encouragement, boundaries, and emotional honesty
• Insights about the “salt on the roots” metaphor and what it means for your unique family dynamics
• Why apologizing and cleaning up when you mess up is one of the best lessons you can pass on
• How little acts of recognition can have outsized impact on a child’s confidence and character

If you’re curious about raising kids who don’t just survive but thrive with warmth and resilience, this mini-episode offers real talk, gentle guidance, and moments of humor to help you be a little sun, not the salt in your home and your heart.

To explore the book, or for more episodes, information, tips and tools to live a more heliotropic life, visit us at bethesunnotthesalt.com and find us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok.