Success isn’t just about grades, awards, or college acceptance, it’s about raising confident, resilient, and purpose-driven children. In this recent Parade article, psychologists, including 7 Mindsets’ own Dr. Byron McClure, share 10 habits that parents and caregivers of successful children have in common. From modeling emotional awareness to encouraging curiosity and connection, these practical, mindset-based strategies focus on preparing kids not just for achievement, but for life. The full article, originally published October 31, 2025, can be accessed on Parade.com, a preview is available below.
Parents and Grandparents Who Raise ‘Successful’ Kids Often Do These 10 Things Differently, According to Child Psychologists Plus, what ‘success’ even means when it comes to raising kids.
By Casey Clark | Parade.com
Even though we all come from different backgrounds, there’s one thing almost all parents want for their children: success. Whether that’s in school, in relation to their friend group, future careers or in their personal lives, parents and grandparents want their kids and grandkids to be successful. And, as with many things involved with parenting, it can feel overwhelming to think about how to “get it right,” including how to raise successful kids. So how do others do it?
Successful children are often raised by parents and grandparents who all incorporate similar habits into their parenting styles that can increase the likelihood of future success. That’s why Parade spoke with psychologists to learn 10 things parents and grandparents who have raised successful kids do differently. View the full article on Parade.com
