The Self-Driven Child
Helping parents raise kids with healthy motivation and resilience in facing life's challenges. Oh, and having more fun while doing it!
Podcasting since 2023 • 42 episodes
The Self-Driven Child
Latest Episodes
The Disengaged Teen Part 2
In this follow-up episode, I continue my conversation with Rebecca Winthrop and Jenny Anderson, authors of The Disengaged Teen: Helping Kids Learn Better, Feel Better, and Live Better. We dive deeper into the strategies parents and edu...
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Episode 43
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37:27
The Disengaged Teen Part 1
Are you worried about how engaged your child is in school and their learning? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Self-Driven Child Podcast, I sit down with two powerhouse guests—Rebecca Winthrop and Jenny Anderson—authors of the ...
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Episode 42
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34:57
Independent Travel: A low-cost, high-impact way to prepare teens for college and life
Ready to ignite your child’s wanderlust? In this episode of The Self-Driven Child Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Blake Bole, an expert in self-directed learning and international travel for teens and young adults. From unschooling to t...
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Episode 41
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52:56
The SAT, ACT, and Other Four-Letter Words: What Do You Say When Your Kid's Scores are Low?
Let’s talk about a reality that many parents and teens face: handling disappointing standardized test scores. It’s a topic that stirs up all kinds of feelings—stress, doubt, frustration—and how we as parents respond makes all the difference. I ...
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Episode 40
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22:35
A Sense of Control Continued: How Students Achieve Academic Success With Less Stress
In this continuation episode, I’m back with Dr. Bill Stixrud for part two of our discussion that digs into the realities of raising kids in high-pressure academic environments. We explore the subtle yet powerful concept of being a “non-anxious ...
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Episode 39
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24:07