E191: Big Waves, Big Choices: Navigating Family and Personal Goals

Teaching Keating with Weston and Molly Kieschnick

In this engaging episode of Teaching Keating, Molly and Weston dive into the gripping world of 100 Foot Wave, exploring the tension between personal ambition and family priorities. Weston questions the drive behind chasing dangerous goals like big wave surfing, while Molly reflects on the sacrifices made for passion. They share candid thoughts on balancing their own dreams with being present for their kids, with plenty of humor and heartfelt moments. Molly’s push for prioritizing family time sets the stage for a thoughtful discussion on choices and consequences. Like, subscribe, and leave a review to join the convo!

In this episode: * Molly and Weston unpack the 100 Foot Wave docuseries and its themes of ambition. * A deep dive into balancing personal goals with family responsibilities. * Molly’s take on when kids’ needs should take precedence during key developmental years. * Their parenting goals: making intentional choices to prioritize family amidst life’s demands.

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About Weston and Molly: Weston is a former high school teacher and administrator who now works as a Senior Fellow with the International Center for Leadership in Education. His work as a keynote speaker and instructional coach has allowed him to learn alongside teachers and administrators from all 50 states and more than 30 countries around the world.

Molly is a former elementary and middle school teacher who now works with teens and young adults in parochial education programs around Colorado. She and Weston are the parents of children who provide additional fodder for Teaching Keating.