EJ is Mother Dearest
17 December 2025
10m 40s
#4: Mind your Language
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The Off Script Parent
Episode 4: Mind Your Language
We worry so much about kids hearing the word “fuck”—
but barely notice the things we say that actually stick.
In this episode of The Off Script Parent, I’mtalking about:
This episode isn’t about being polite or perfect.
It’sabout being intentional with the language that lingers.
Because kids don’t remember every word —
they rememberhow those words made them feel.
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