A PhD Explains Why Communication Fails and How to Fix It with NLP

Mar 21, 2026

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I sat down with Dr. Josh Davis for this episode of the Mindful Movement to explore how communication, mindset, and behavior shape our relationships, parenting, and leadership. Josh is a neuroscientist trained at Columbia University, former Barnard faculty member, and certified NLP trainer with over two decades of experience in behavior change.

We break down Neurolinguistic Programming as a practical set of tools for understanding mental models, improving communication, and approaching behavior through curiosity and the idea that actions often carry a positive intention.

We also get into real-world applications, repairing relationships through open communication, how self-reflection drives growth, and how a parent’s mindset influences their interactions with their kids. Josh shares how these same principles apply to leadership and team dynamics, offering tools you can actually use to better understand yourself and others.

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00:00 Introduction

00:45 What is NLP – Neurolinguistic Programming

03:11 Understanding Change and the Role of NLP

06:00 The Tools and Techniques of NLP

08:47 NLP in Parenting: Balancing Leadership and Playfulness

11:56 Mental Models and Their Impact on Parenting

14:56 Navigating Social Comparisons and Self-Worth

18:09 Control and Evaluation in Parenting and Life

35:06 The Art of Letting Go

38:44 Navigating Parental Intentions

41:20 How to Trust Your Kids in Parenting