Building Dreams: Lived Experiences of Parents Supporting their Children in Extracurricular Activities

Extracurricular participation can support children's social, emotional, and developmental growth, yet sustained participation often depends on substantial parental support.This phenomenological study examined the lived experiences of parents who support their children's extracurricular activities in Calinan West, Division of Davao City.Ten parents participated in in-depth interviews, and the narratives were analyzed through thematic analysis to identify recurring patterns in challenges, coping s