Good morning/afternoon. It’s March 17—St. Patrick’s Day.

You watch your child hesitate—debating whether to raise their hand, introduce themselves, or try something new. And in that split second, the moment passes. Someone else speaks up first. Another kid steps forward. A door quietly closes. Was it just bad luck? Or was it something else?

Today, luck is everywhere—shamrocks, lucky charms, and the idea that fortune just happens. But what if luck isn’t about chance at all? What if we could help our kids create their own—the kind of "luck" that turns hesitation into action, missed moments into opportunities, and small choices into life-changing doors opening?

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THE BIG PICTURE:

Luck Isn’t Random—It’s a Skill

Ever notice how some people always seem to catch the right breaks—meeting the right people, stumbling into the best opportunities, landing in just the right place at the right time?

Now imagine this: Your child is sitting on the sidelines, watching. The opportunity is right there—but they don’t recognize it, or they hesitate just a second too long. And just like that, the moment is gone.

Studies show that 30% of career success comes from unexpected opportunities. But those chances don’t appear out of thin air. They come to people who are curious, open to new experiences, and ready to act when the moment arrives.

As parents, we can’t predict the future for our kids, but we can help them develop the skills that increase their chances of being "lucky"—things like curiosity, adaptability, and the confidence to step into new situations.

So today, in the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, let’s go beyond lucky charms and four-leaf clovers. Let’s explore how to help our kids create their own luck—one small action at a time.

TODAY'S MICRO-ACTION:

Turn “Luck” Into a Learnable Skill

If luck isn’t just about chance, then how can we help our kids be luckier? Research suggests that lucky people aren’t just in the right place at the right time—they recognize and act on opportunities when they arise. And the good news? That’s a skill we can help our kids develop.

Try This: The Luck Journal

Tonight, try this experiment with your child:

• Think back to a time when something really exciting happened—an opportunity, a big win, a moment that felt “lucky.”

• Now, trace it back. What little choices led to that moment? What doors were already open before luck arrived?

• What’s one small thing you can do this week to open up more chances like that?

This isn’t just about reflection—it’s about rewiring how kids see luck. When they start connecting their actions to opportunities, they begin to shape their own fortune.

And if we, as parents, reflect on our own “lucky breaks,” we might realize that the moments that shaped our lives weren’t entirely chance after all.

Now, let’s take this idea a step further. What if the difference between luck and missed opportunities comes down to just one key trait? Keep reading…

MONDAY MOTIVATION:

The “Lucky” Break That Changed Everything

A “Lucky” Break That Wasn’t Luck at All

We’ve all heard stories of people landing dream jobs, meeting the right mentor, or stumbling into the perfect opportunity—seemingly by luck. But is it really luck, or is there something deeper at play?

Sarah’s Story: A Chance Conversation That Changed Everything

After months of rejection, Sarah started volunteering at a local nonprofit while continuing her job search. One day, she struck up a casual conversation with a graphic designer. As they talked about creativity and storytelling, Sarah realized her natural strengths aligned more with design than marketing. Encouraged by this new connection, she decided to pivot.

She built a small portfolio, applied for an entry-level design role, and landed the job. That single conversation—one she might have overlooked—ended up shaping her career in an unexpected but perfect way.

What This Means for Our Kids

Sarah’s story isn’t just about luck—it’s about being open to unexpected opportunities and brave enough to step through the right doors when they appear. The same principle applies to our kids:

• Be Curious: The more interests they explore, the more doors open.

• Take Action: Saying “yes” to new experiences increases their chances of finding their passion.

• Build Connections: Every conversation is a potential opportunity in disguise.

⚡ PARENT TO PARENT:

When Luck Was Really Preparation

Think back to a moment when something worked out just right—a job, a connection, an opportunity. At the time, it might have felt like pure luck. But looking closer, was it really? Or was it a mix of preparation, curiosity, and being in the right place at the right time?

Maybe your child got an unexpected opportunity—not because of luck, but because they took a risk or spoke up. Or maybe you landed a job or met someone influential, but only because you had built the confidence to say yes to a new experience.

The more we reflect, the more we see that luck is often just a well-timed moment of action. And the good news? That’s something we can help our kids create.

What’s a time when you or your child had a “lucky break”—but looking back, you can see it was actually the result of preparation, curiosity, or simply putting yourself out there?

💬 Hit reply and share your story! We’d love to feature some of your reflections in an upcoming edition.

🫡 CLOSING THOUGHT

The best way to create luck? Start small.

Try something new, introduce yourself to someone you wouldn’t normally talk to, or encourage your child to take a small risk—whether it’s raising their hand in class, trying a new activity, or starting a conversation. The more we step outside our comfort zones, the more opportunities we create.

What’s one action you or your child will take this week to create your own luck? Hit reply and share—we’d love to feature your insight in an upcoming edition.

Until next time,
James Brauer
Founder, Future-Ready Parents

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