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Welcome to Our Great Investment: A Journey Through the Highs and Lows of Parenting High Achievers

Welcome to the first post of “Our Great Investment,” where we dive deep into the realities of raising talented, driven kids in today’s high-pressure world. I’m Audrey Borden, author, parent, and advocate who has spent years navigating the challenging path of nurturing young talent. Whether you’re a parent of a budding athlete, artist, scholar, or all of the above, this space is for you—a place to find support, share stories, and reflect on the sacrifices we make in the pursuit of our children’s dreams.

Why This Blog?

If you’re reading this, you probably know the drill: early morning practices, countless hours in the car, weekends swallowed by competitions, recitals, and tournaments. You’ve rearranged your life to accommodate the demands of your child’s passion, and perhaps, like me, you’ve questioned at times whether the investment—of time, money, and emotional energy—is truly worth it. This blog is here to shine a light on the often-unseen aspects of this journey, the challenges, the sacrifices, and yes, the joys.

The Reality Behind the Dream

We all start with good intentions. We see the spark in our child’s eye, the talent that stands out in a sea of peers, and we can’t help but want to nurture it. But somewhere along the way, the path can become overwhelming—not just for the kids, but for the entire family. We find ourselves wrapped up in a culture that demands more: more practice, more competition, more wins, and more money. It’s easy to lose sight of the big picture, of what truly matters.

A Community of Shared Experiences

This blog, much like my book, aims to create a community where we can talk openly about the hard stuff—the exhaustion, the financial strain, the doubts. Here, we’ll explore topics like the impact of social media on young achievers, the physical and emotional toll of intense training, and the pressures that come with being part of a highly competitive world.

I’ll share insights, stories, and tips that have been gathered from years of research, interviews, and personal experience. You’ll hear from other parents, young adults who have been through it, coaches, and educators who are all part of this complex journey.

Let’s Learn and Grow Together

“Our Great Investment” is not just a book; it’s a call to evaluate how we support our children in a way that nurtures their talent without losing ourselves in the process. Through this blog, I hope to offer a place where we can ask the tough questions, share victories (and defeats), and ultimately find balance and fulfillment in this high-stakes game of raising high achievers.

Thank you for being here. I can’t wait to embark on this journey with you.