Raising Good Humans S2 Ep 47: Perfectionism and Confidence with Dr. Michele Borba
Mar 11, 2022
Dr. Michele Borba, educational psychologist and NYT bestselling author who studies child resilience, shares practical strategies to boost kids' confidence and tame perfectionism. She explains common parenting missteps, how to build competence with specific praise and stepped goals, and ways to help children discover meaningful hobbies and handle screens constructively.
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Guard Time For Hobbies
- Protect children's healthy hobbies by making small calendar changes so they don't drop them.
- Carve 20–30 minutes daily for the hobby to become their decompressing go-to.
Creative Access To Skill Building
- If formal programs aren't available, use YouTube, pair kids with peers, or find local mentors.
- Partner kids for lessons or Zoom sessions to lower cost and reduce loneliness.
Mood Reveals Hobby Value
- Watch how an activity affects mood to judge whether it's a healthy hobby.
- Some screen activities may be strengths (e.g., videography) and deserve cultivation rather than blanket bans.
