If you've ever caught yourself reminding your kid—again and again—to get that homework done, check in with the coach, or finally read that book, this episode is for you. I dive deep into the psychology and brain science behind why we nag, how it impacts both our stress levels and our kids’ behavior, and what we can do instead to be more effective, compassionate, and calm. I share a personal story from my own household (yes, I'm guilty too!) and explore what’s really going on in the minds of b...
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If you've ever caught yourself reminding your kid—again and again—to get that homework done, check in with the coach, or finally read that book, this episode is for you. I dive deep into the psychology and brain science behind why we nag, how it impacts both our stress levels and our kids’ behavior, and what we can do instead to be more effective, compassionate, and calm. I share a personal story from my own household (yes, I'm guilty too!) and explore what’s really going on in the minds of b...
What Are They Thinking?: The Neuroscience of Nagging in Parents and Teens
The Self-Driven Child
17 minutes
1 week ago
What Are They Thinking?: The Neuroscience of Nagging in Parents and Teens
If you've ever caught yourself reminding your kid—again and again—to get that homework done, check in with the coach, or finally read that book, this episode is for you. I dive deep into the psychology and brain science behind why we nag, how it impacts both our stress levels and our kids’ behavior, and what we can do instead to be more effective, compassionate, and calm. I share a personal story from my own household (yes, I'm guilty too!) and explore what’s really going on in the minds of b...
The Self-Driven Child
If you've ever caught yourself reminding your kid—again and again—to get that homework done, check in with the coach, or finally read that book, this episode is for you. I dive deep into the psychology and brain science behind why we nag, how it impacts both our stress levels and our kids’ behavior, and what we can do instead to be more effective, compassionate, and calm. I share a personal story from my own household (yes, I'm guilty too!) and explore what’s really going on in the minds of b...