Raising Good Humans S2 Ep 40: Everyday Vitality: Turning Stress Into Strength With Dr. Samantha Boardman
Feb 4, 2022
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Use Active Curiosity To Deepen Connection
- Practice active, constructive responding: show genuine curiosity and say "Tell me more."
- Put phones away and be present to deepen everyday meaningful connections with kids and partners.
Interrupt Rumination With Self-Distancing
- Interrupt rumination by prompting self-distancing questions like "How would a fly on the wall describe this?"
- Use perspective-taking to move from stuckness to actionable next steps.
Channel Role Models To Boost Persistence
- Harness exemplars by asking "What would [a character you admire] do?" to increase persistence on boring tasks.
- Encourage kids to channel role models to boost perseverance over temptation.