⁉️ Are We Accidentally Raising Our Kids to Be Lonely? As parents, we all want to raise confident, kind kids who can navigate the world successfully. But are our parenting choices unintentionally making it harder for them to build meaningful relationships? This is a delicate balance—teaching good manners without turning them into people-pleasers. And it’s one worth exploring, because both extremes—kids with no manners and kids who always comply—can lead to loneliness. In my latest blog, I share a real-life story from my homeschooling co-op that highlights why this balance matters, the pitfalls of compliance, and how to equip kids with the skills they need to build their “village.” Plus, I introduce the 7-Day Hero Journal Challenge—a simple way to help your child develop kindness, self-awareness, and compassion in just a few minutes each day. Click below to read more and learn how to raise kids who are kind, confident, and true to themselves: https://www.talilindberg.com/post/good-manners-compliance ❓ How do you help your kids strike this balance? Let me know in the comments!

When I was in business school, while my classmates were glued to Bloomberg, I was watching Animal Planet. I was there as a dutiful immigrant "child," on the set path to success: -> study hard; -> go to good schools; -> get a high-paying job. My head had led the way to where I was—Yale School of Management. Entering investment banking, however, marked the beginning of my realization of just how off-course I truly was. ❓ What if your heart pulls you toward a path that others call crazy? ❓ Would you be willing to pivot—to let your heart and gut take the lead? This week, I had the privilege of sharing my story and insights at the inaugural Full Stack Business Builder Network Conference led by Peter Saddington . During my workshop, Pivots with Purpose: Aligning Your Life, Business, and Vision with Your Values, I reflected on the transformative power of making bold life pivots to align my choices with my true internal values. Speaking to a room of entrepreneurs and business professionals, I shared how these pivots reshaped my life and work. For me, this has meant: - leaving investment banking to be “just a mom,” - choosing to homeschool my kids instead of sending them to traditional schools, and - shifting from corporate income to entrepreneurship. Along the way, my entrepreneurial focus evolved—from teaching money literacy with @freemarketkids ' HODL UP game, to empowering women through Orange Hatter Women Initiatives, and now teaching children through the Pebble & Wave Project. Here are the key takeaways I shared during the session: ✅ Trust Your Gut – Your instincts are powerful guides—don’t ignore them. ✅ Clarify Your Values – When you understand what truly matters to you, decisions become clearer. ✅ Serve with Purpose – Purpose-driven work has the power to change lives, including your own. A heartfelt thank you to Full Stack Business Builders for inviting me to speak and to Patricia Hill for moderating my session with such grace and poise. It was an honor to connect with an audience of innovators and dreamers. 🌟Here’s to building lives and businesses that stay true to our values! 🌟 #FullStackBusinessBuilder #PebbleAndWave #OrangeHatter

💡💍Helping Your Wife See the Value of Bitcoin Bitcoiner husbands, have you been struggling to help your wife understand the value of Bitcoin? You’re not alone—this conversation can be tough, especially when it feels like you’re speaking two different languages. Here’s the winning combination that’s worked for so many families: 1️⃣ Play HODL UP together as a family. This isn’t just a game—it’s a fun, hands-on way to help your wife and kids grasp the big picture of Bitcoin without getting bogged down by fiat currency conversion rates or charts. Here’s what one husband shared about his experience: **"The first few minutes were rough to play with my wife and two kids under 11. But after the first halving, the light switch turned on in ALL OF THEM. It was a moment I am still struggling to describe—I started tearing up because they seemed to get it. Especially my youngest, who asked in a frustrated way why the Bitcoin reward wasn’t more. I was so impressed by how much they learned by the time we wrapped up the game. My wife was even more interested in our personal cold storage strategy. My kids better understood deflation and value as well. "** 2️⃣ Invite her to the Orange Hatter Women’s Reading Club. In this cozy, women-led space, she’ll find a supportive community to ask honest questions, share insights, and discover the why behind Bitcoin—on her own terms. 🎯 Your next steps: ✅ Download the FREE 21-Bitcoin Lessons PDF to see what lessons HODL UP teaches at freemarketkids.com ✅ Encourage your wife to join the Orange Hatter Women’s Reading Club for empowering conversations in a safe environment. Our winter session kicks off tomorrow night. We'll be studying Fiat Food by @MatthewLysiak and @Saifedean Ammous . Details at Orangehatter.com/reading-club Bitcoin is about more than numbers—it’s about creating a stronger future for your family. Start the journey together. 🌟 #BitcoinEducation #HODLUP #OrangeHatter @FreeMarketKids

What If Your Audience’s ‘Resistance’ Is Actually Your Greatest Teaching Opportunity? Ever stand in front of a group of blank stares and think, "Is it them or is it me?" Here’s the twist: It’s neither. The real magic happens when we stop playing the blame game and start asking the golden question: "Am I speaking their language?" Think about it: • They're not disinterested – they’re disconnected. • They're not unmotivated – they’re misunderstood. • They're not difficult – they’re different. The game-changer? Meeting them where they are, not where we think they should be. What if we transformed a "boring" economics lesson into a TikTok trend analysis? Then supply and demand wouldn’t just be a theory – it would be a relevant, daily reality. The secret sauce isn’t in WHAT we teach, but in HOW we bridge the gap between their world and ours. 🔥 Pro Tip: Before your next lesson, ask yourself: "If I were in their shoes, would this matter to me?" ❓ What's your most successful strategy for connecting with a disconnected audience? #TeachingInnovation #EducationRevolution #StudentEngagement #TeacherLife #Leadership #PersonalDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth

**Curiosity is How We Learn Best** Kids are amazing learners, but sometimes, we forget to trust their curiosity. In our busy world, we often rush to make things quick and easy. We want them to know all the answers right away instead of giving them time to wonder and explore. But what if we let kids *not know* for a little while? What if we let them start projects they don’t finish or ask questions that don’t have answers yet? 💡 That’s how curiosity grows. The book "When You Wonder, You’re Learning" by Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski talks about how learning happens when we’re curious. When we notice something we don’t understand, it makes us want to learn more. But once we feel like we know everything, that curiosity can go away. So, how does this help when teaching kids about money or Bitcoin? There’s something called the **information gap**. This means kids need to know a little bit about something before they can become interested in it. If we teach money ideas in a way that connects to what kids already know, it helps them stay curious and want to learn more. Fred Rogers (you know, Mister Rogers!) said kids learn best when new ideas feel familiar but also a little mysterious. Mystery makes learning fun! When we teach kids about money or Bitcoin, we should balance what they already know with new ideas that make them wonder. It’s okay if they don’t get it all right away. Their curiosity will help them figure it out over time. #moneyliteracy

🔥 Day 3: 10 Reasons Why Orange-Pilling Kids Isn’t About Telling Them About Bitcoin…Yet 🔥 Welcome back! We’ve already covered strength of character and self-confidence as essential building blocks. Today, we’re diving into the next key element: REASON 3: IT'S ABOUT INSTILLING PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY 💡 Before kids can appreciate decentralized systems like Bitcoin, they need to understand personal responsibility.💡 In a world that increasingly rewards shortcuts, teaching children the value of accountability is critical. Personal responsibility means taking ownership of one’s actions and their consequences — a vital life skill that directly aligns with the ethos of Bitcoin and decentralized technology. When kids develop personal responsibility, they: * Understand that their choices matter. * Learn that freedom and accountability go hand in hand. * Become self-reliant and more aware of how their actions impact the world around them. 🚀 Bitcoin isn’t just about technology; it’s about personal responsibility. 🚀 With Bitcoin, there’s no middleman — you’re in control of your own wealth. This concept can only be understood by kids who already know what it means to take responsibility for their actions. From completing homework on time to managing their savings, these small lessons add up to a bigger understanding of autonomy. ✨ Teach responsibility early, and kids will be better prepared for a future where self-reliance and accountability are essential. ✨ 🎯 How are you teaching personal responsibility to the kids in your life? Whether it’s through chores, managing money, or making choices, I’d love to hear your strategies! 💬 Drop your thoughts in the comments below. 🔜 Tomorrow, we’ll explore Reason 4: Teaching Critical Thinking Skills. Stay tuned for more insights! hashtag#education hashtag#responsibility hashtag#parenting hashtag#bitcoin hashtag#leadership