099: How to parent highly sensitive children

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In this episode, Dr. Michael Pluess provides valuable guidance on understanding and parenting highly sensitive children. If you suspect your child is highly sensitive or are new to the concept, this discussion will equip you with insights to better support your child’s unique needs. Discover effective strategies for nurturing their sensitivity and empowering them to flourish and fulfill their potential.

128: Should I Redshirt My Child?

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Discover the redshirting phenomenon and its implications for parents considering holding their child back a year before kindergarten or first grade. Explores the origins of redshirting in Malcolm Gladwell’s book “Outliers” and addresses the concerns raised by statisticians regarding its statistical claims. Gain insights into how redshirting may affect your child’s individual development and the classroom dynamics.

052: Grit: The unique factor in your child’s success?

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Delve into the concept of “grit” and its impact on achieving success, as advocated by Professor Angela Duckworth. Uncover the importance of grit in personal and academic accomplishments, gain insights into nurturing grit in children, and explore its role and limitations in securing success.

015: How to support your introverted child

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Is your child introverted? Discover how to recognize and nurture their introverted nature, and distinguish it from shyness. Join us as we explore this topic, whether you’re an introvert or an extrovert, and support your child’s unique personality.

195: Raising Good Humans Every Day with Hunter Clarke-Fields

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Explore Hunter Clarke-Fields’ new book, “Raising Good Humans Every Day,” a concise and actionable guide to everyday parenting. With short, practical chapters, it’s a valuable resource to help you apply positive practices in just a few minutes. Discover how this small but impactful book can make a difference in your daily parenting journey.