#7. Parenting by Design: Coaching Children Toward Purpose and Passion

In this inspiring episode, Krishna Cart welcomes former student Helena Gabriel and her father Charles Gabriel to explore how intentional parenting, early academic exposure, and faith-based values helped shape Helena and her sister Antonia’s journeys—from gifted test prep in elementary school to elite high school programs like TJ and Academies of Loudoun. Charles shares his coaching-style parenting approach, Helena opens up about her path to discovering a passion for healthcare, leadership, and advocacy, and together they reveal lessons in resilience, strategic thinking, and staying grounded in purpose. A must-listen for parents navigating how to support their child’s potential—academically, spiritually, and personally.

“Train up a child the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not depart from it.”

Proverbs 22:6

Read our Blog that accompanies this Episode 7. Lessons from the Gabrial family.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Learning Journey
05:55 Nurturing Individual Strengths
10:53 Building a Campaign for Success
17:31 Recognizing and Preparing for Potential
23:22 Overcoming Academic Challenges
29:14 Navigating Academic Milestones
33:16 Passions and Career Paths
36:02 Parenting and Nurturing Potential
39:08 Advocacy in Education
43:44 Stress and the Education System
49:14 Character Building and Community Involvement
52:02 Spiritual Foundations in Parenting