"Don't tell kids what to do, model it for them" | Harvard prof shares advice on raising teenagers

Join us for this episode of the "Cue Don't Tell" podcast where we're joined by Dr. Richard Weissbourd, a Harvard expert in child development, alongside Cuemath researcher Michael Goldstein.

Together, they delve into practical strategies for parenting and education. In this episode, we cover:

Techniques for shaping children in the right way for the future
The impact of coaches and parents on child development.
Ways to reduce academic pressure and help children manage their fears.

Plus, much more!

00:00 Intro
00:43 Telling kids what to do vs Cueing them
03:20 Helping children navigate complex decisions
05:30 Different conversation styles - Listener vs Teller
06:30 Richard's book and a happiness obsessed American Culture
10:05 Obsession and the myth of elite college admissions
14:30 Peer pressure and external forces affecting kids
16:50 Kids identifying themselves as smart or not
19:45 Smartphones and Screen time for teenagers
23:20 Nudging kids to get out of the house
25:30 Must read books for parents
27:20 Ask questions before giving advice

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