Kathy Cook
Educational psychologist, former teacher, and author of Resilient Kids, offering expertise on helping children develop resilience, character, and spiritual formation.
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Jan 21, 2026 • 28min
Helping Your Child Develop Resilience (Part 2 of 2)
Dr. Kathy Cook, an educational psychologist and author of 'Resilient Kids,' shares invaluable insights on nurturing resilience in children. She explains what defines resilient kids—emotional regulation, confidence, and gratitude. Kathy emphasizes the importance of teaching children to recover from setbacks and highlights five core needs: security, identity, and belonging. Her practical tips include fostering healthy self-talk and modeling availability for open communication. Through spiritual teachings, she encourages kids to strengthen their faith and resilience.
Jan 20, 2026 • 27min
Helping Your Child Develop Resilience (Part 1 of 2)
Kathy Cook, an educational psychologist and author of Resilient Kids, shares insights on building resilience in children. She emphasizes the importance of allowing kids to face challenges rather than overprotecting them. Kathy recounts a personal injury that taught her resilience and discusses how small victories, like dressing independently, foster growth. She highlights the significance of reframing mistakes versus failures and encourages open communication about hardships. Tune in for practical tools to cultivate resilience in your home!
