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Learn practical tools for raising capable, resilient kids from bestselling authors David Thomas and Sissy Goff.

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Kids Are in Crisis

Not only has their mental health declined significantly, but they have also become more socially anxious and isolated. Technology and social media are compounding the crisis.

1 in 3 teenagers experience
anxiety disorders
20% of kids 12-17 had a major
depressive episode last year
1 in 7 10-19 year-olds will experience a mental health disorder

Something Has Got to Change

In over thirty years of counseling kids and families, we've never been more concerned—but we also believe there's a better, more capable way. For you both.

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✓ Understand why kids today struggle with resilience
✓ Learn practical coping skills and strategies
✓ Balance attunement (co-regulating on our kid's level) with boundaries
✓ Build competence through flexibility and perseverance
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What We Want You to Know

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Sturdy is better than successful.

We want kids to develop internal strength that lasts, more than external achievements that fade.

Healthy is more important than happy.

When happiness is the goal, kids have too much power. When health is the goal, they find what they need.

Resilience lasts longer than relief or rescue.

When we rescue kids from discomfort, we rob them of the internal strength to develop that will be required throughout their lives.

Capable has more weight than confident.

When true capability is discovered, kids will experience both the competence and confidence that will help them thrive.

Capability Assessment

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Sample question:

"When faced with a challenge, my child typically..."

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Is Your Child Capable of Navigating What Today's World Requires?

Take our free 3-minute assessment to discover your child's capability strengths and areas for growth. You'll receive personalized insights based on David and Sissy's research.

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Join David & Sissy Live

An evening of encouragement and practical parenting tools

We're hitting the road to share the message of Capable with families across the country.

Apr 20 Franklin (Nashville), TN Church of the City | Franklin
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Apr 23 Alpharetta (Atlanta), GA North Point Community Church
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Apr 24 High Point, NC Community Bible Church
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Apr 27 Morristown (Knoxville), TN Manley Baptist Church
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Apr 28 Mountain Brook (Birmingham), AL Canterbury United Methodist Church
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Apr 30 Oklahoma City, OK Emmaus Baptist Church
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May 1 Dallas, TX Park Cities Baptist Church
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May 2 Austin, TX Lake Hills Church
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May 3 Missouri City (Houston), TX Houston's First Baptist - Sienna
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Why Parents Trust David & Sissy

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Years Counseling

"David and Sissy are the voices every parent needs in their corner. Their wisdom is grounded in decades of real experience with real families."

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Bestselling Author & Pediatrician

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"I feel like I'm sitting with wise friends who truly get what parenting is like today. Their advice is practical, compassionate, and actually works."

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"If you want to raise emotionally healthy kids, listen to David and Sissy. They combine clinical expertise with genuine warmth in a way few can match."

Jim Daly

President, Focus on the Family

★★★★★

"David and Sissy have completely changed how I parent. They make you feel understood, not judged. Every episode leaves me with something I can use immediately."

Mom of Three

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"David and Sissy don't just talk about raising kids—they've spent decades in the trenches with families. Their insight is invaluable."

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Bestselling Author & Podcaster

★★★★★

"Finally, parenting wisdom that doesn't make me feel like a failure. Their humor and heart shine through in everything they share."

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the book and tour.

What do tickets cost?

General admission tickets are $29.75 per person. Early entry tickets are $40 per person. VIP tickets, which include early entry, a copy of Capable, a meet-and-greet with David and Sissy, & exclusive offers, are $75 per person. Group discounts are available for parties of 4 or more.

What does the book cost?

Capable is available in hardcover, paperback, ebook, and audiobook formats. Prices vary by retailer, but typically range from $14.99 for ebook to $24.99 for hardcover.

I've already listened to the podcast and read other resources—is this still beneficial?

Absolutely. Capable brings together 30+ years of David and Sissy's clinical experience into a comprehensive, practical framework you won't find anywhere else. While the podcast offers weekly encouragement, this book provides the complete roadmap—with specific strategies, scripts, and tools organized by age and stage. Think of it as the difference between helpful tips and a full parenting playbook.

If I already attended the Raising Capable Kids Event in September 2025, will the book and tour be beneficial to me?

Even if you attended the Raising Capable Kids Conference in September 2025, the book and tour will still be incredibly beneficial. Both feature brand-new material, fresh stories, and updated strategies that build on—but don't repeat—what was shared before.

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