Welcome to Hi, Fam! Learn how to blend ancient wisdom with modern living to design a family life you love.
Your host, Avital (pronounced Ah-Vee-Tal), is a desi...
Are "luxury beliefs" destroying family values? Rob Henderson exposes how elite intellectuals critique the nuclear family without experiencing its consequences. From foster care to Harvard, he reveals a shocking double standard: those benefiting most from traditional family structures are often the first to undermine them. In this discussion, let's challenge the modern narrative that "all family structures are equal" and explore the real-world impact of these convenient, consequence-free beliefs. Discover how virtue signaling hurts the most vulnerable in society. ___________________ Ready to provide your children with moral clarity? Join us at https://hifam.com/studio to develop confident, value-driven parenting.
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#17 Is AI Ruining Our Kids Future? Interview with Daniel Schreiber
What skills will your child need in a world where AI can do everything from writing essays to providing therapy? As a parent, you're likely wondering: should I be terrified or thrilled about raising children in the AI revolution? In this in depth conversation with AI expert Daniel Schreiber, we dive deep into how artificial intelligence is transforming our world faster than most parents realize. While it's easy to dismiss AI as 'just another tech trend,' the reality is far more consequential for your child's future. You'll discover: - Why AI isn't just changing jobs—it's fundamentally redefining what it means to be human - The surprising truth about which careers will survive (and which won't) in the coming decade - Why your child's relationship with AI could be more important than their grades - The four critical skills parents must nurture that AI can never replicate - How family life may become more central to our identity than careers ever were This isn't about fear-mongering—it's about practical preparation for a future arriving faster than we think. Learn how to help your child thrive in a world where AI handles the mechanics, leaving humans to focus on meaning, relationships, and purpose. _________________ As AI transforms careers, family becomes more central to identity and fulfillment. At The Studio membership (https://hifam.com/studio), I'll show you how to create the strong family foundation that gives your children the resilience, creativity, and purpose they'll need in an AI-powered world. What questions do you still have about preparing your children for a world with advanced AI? Drop them in the comments and let's continue this important conversation!
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#16 Does Gen Z Have Identity Crisis? 4 Ways Parents Can Help
'Am I a dog boy or a cat girl today?' might sound like innocent play for a 5-year-old. But when teens are seriously asking this question - and expecting the world to validate whatever answer they give - we need to pay attention. The internet has created a marketplace of identities where our children shop for labels, diagnoses, and micro-communities that make them feel special. But at what cost? In this episode, I explore: - The fundamental differences between Gen Z identity formation and previous generations - How online communities fragment rather than unite our children - Why 'loafing' and self-diagnosis are replacing character development - Four practical strategies to help your child develop a stable, meaningful identity This isn't about judging - it's about understanding what's really happening and equipping you with concrete strategies to help your child develop a stable core identity in a world pushing them toward constant reinvention. __________________ Want to protect your child from harmful identity trends without rejecting them? The Studio at https://hifam.com/studio provides the exact framework I've used with thousands of families to build the strong family culture that becomes your child's identity foundation.
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#15 Are You an Anxious Parent? 5 Steps to Emotional Freedom
Are you constantly running worst-case scenarios in your head? The racing thoughts that keep you up at night... the endless scrolling for reassurance... the persistent feeling that something bad is just around the corner. It's become normal to move through life in a perpetual state of worry—but what if anxiety isn't actually mandatory? As parents, we've been sold the idea that anxiety is just part of modern life. But what if we could parent from a place of steady confidence instead of constant fear? What if we could model emotional stability rather than emotional fragility for our children? In this episode, you'll learn: - Why anxiety has become our cultural default setting (and how to opt-out) - The five practical steps that transformed me from crippling PTSD to calm leadership - How to replace anxious "what if" spirals with vision-focused thinking - The identity shift that makes anxiety-resistance your new normal It's not about denying real challenges—it's about facing them with a backbone instead of a breaking point. Learn how to become the calm, confident leader your family needs, especially during life's storms. It's time to bring back simply being 'okay' - comfortable in your skin, capable of handling what comes, and modeling real resilience for your children. Anxiety-free parenting isn't just possible—it's trainable. Join thousands of parents in The Studio at https://hifam.com/studio who are learning to replace worry spirals with clear planning, future vision, and unshakeable mental strength.
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#14 Physically Aggressive Children and How to Reclaim Your Authority
"My 7-year-old punched me in the face this morning. My 5-year-old kicked me in the chest. I've tried EVERYTHING." Imagine waking up every day dreading the battle just to get your kids dressed for school. You've given them more love, more toys, more treats than you ever had... yet they respond with violence and disrespect. What's gone wrong? The answer might shock you. It's not about what you're GIVING them. It's about what you're not EXPECTING from them. In this raw episode, I reveal: - Why 'doing everything right' might be creating the very problem you're fighting - The missing half of the parenting equation most gentle parenting advice ignores - How to establish authority without resorting to physical discipline - The captain-of-the-ship approach that works even during life's storms This isn't about blame—it's about reclaiming your power. Because when you shift from doormat to captain, your children aren't the only ones who transform. Ready to take back the helm? Join the Studio at https://hifam.com/studio to learn my complete system for balancing expectations with support. Transform from victim to captain and raise children who respect boundaries without losing connection.
Welcome to Hi, Fam! Learn how to blend ancient wisdom with modern living to design a family life you love.
Your host, Avital (pronounced Ah-Vee-Tal), is a designer, parenting coach, and mother of five on a mission to guide parents to build unbreakable homes, create passionate marriages, and raise resilient kids.
Tune in weekly for no-nonsense myth-busting, tough love, fascinating conversations, and deep dives into controversial subjects.
Learn more at hifam.com