Curious Neuron | Science of Parental Well-Being Cindy Hovington, Ph.D.
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A space where parents can learn how to nurture their own psychological well-being. Neuroscientist, mom of 3 and entrepreneur, Dr. Cindy Hovington shares the science of well-being and nuggets of leaderships skills that help parents manage their stress, cope with emotions and build a strong relationship with themselves and their children. Past guests include Dr. Bruce Perry, Dr. Marc Brackett, Justin Baldoni, Amy Morin and Dr. Ramani Durvasula and Dr. Kristen Neff.Follow Cindy on Instagram @curious_neuron and email her at info@curiousneuron.com (let her know if you leave a rating and review!)Articles, Workbooks, Research and Speaking Engagements and more at curiousneuron.com
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How building executive functions can support your child's motivation in school with Dr. Stephanie Carlson
Let's talk about executive functions and how these skills support your child's academic performance!
In today's episode, I chat with Dr. Stephanie Carlson, Tedx speaker and Distinguished McKnight University Professor in the Institute of Child Development at the University of Minnesota. She investigates basic developmental processes in executive function in children.
If your child often gets stuck in their emotions, struggle with staying focused or struggles with getting organized or planning, this is a must-listen episode for you!
We chat about emotions, sleep (I learned that total hours of sleep isn't as important as I thought!) and how you can support your child in their early years to help them build these important skills that create the foundation of their future emotional and physical health.
Are you ready to become a reflective parent? Purchase my 100-page workbook! (send me a screenshot of your podcast review to get $10 off!)
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Sources:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BvyTiC_byOo
https://reflectionsciences.com/
https://reflectiveperformanceinc.com/
Study: Metacognitive processes and associations to executive function and motivation during a problem-solving task in 3–5 year olds
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11409-020-09244-6
Join her study!
Dr. Carlson is currently conducting a fully online research study examining the predictors of career interests in children, as EF skills might be one overlooked predictor of the topics and jobs students are drawn to in high school and beyond. To be eligible for this study, you must live in the United States, and your child must be in 4th or 8th grade in the 2023-24 school year. Families will be contacted each year for 4 years. Compensation (wide selection of gift cards) depends on level of participation and ranges from $10-$50 per year.
https://innovation.umn.edu/child-lab/research/current-projects/career-study/
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How parental stress trickles down to our kids: The Spillover Theory explained
Ever wondered how your stress levels could be painting the world for your little ones? I unpack the spillover theory and zero in on pivotal insights from current studies that reveal the depth of our influence on our kids’ behavior. It’s a journey of reflection—a look in the mirror at our own stress and parenting styles—and a step towards cultivating a nurturing and conscious home environment.
Finally, I arm you with the strategies to manage stress effectively. From recognizing what you can control and influence to establishing vital boundaries, especially in your most intimate relationships. I dive into coping strategies that target the source of stress and ways to address tension in marriages, comprehending how these can reverberate through the family. By the end of this episode, you'll be equipped with a deeper understanding and practical solutions to enhance not only your well-being but also that of your family.
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Sources:
Work–Family Spillover and Subjective Well‐Being: The Moderating Role of Coping Strategies
https://www.midus.wisc.edu/findings/pdfs/2108.pdf
Linking family relationships with peer relationships based on spillover theory: A positive perspective
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/02654075221074399?casa_token=BOvwr2uB8CMAAAAA:3kw5VONwsMmivalZJJvmHtH46D-hHyfwlG0-ra2oGxXaG01aeiXujzyE83pI0kR771Faxmtk6BBcM_4
Spillover in the Home: The Effects of Family Conflict on Parents' Behavior
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdf/10.1111/jomf.12265?casa_token=RJs5uAsU3aEAAAAA:IwZT1hI8xS72O1su3M4EEnwgf1H8VazU40nU7zmmdESslfw3ypkYWb4Bu866ctBz9e7Dc4OO3dSCACBm
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Get some discounts using the links below
Thank you to our main supporters the Tanenbaum Open Science Institute at The Neuro and the McConnell Foundation.
Discounts for our community!
Pok Pok app. Click on the link below to get 50% off an entire year of this amazing open-ended play app for kids! https://playpokpok.com/redeem/?code=50CURIOUSNEURON
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Is the state of my relationship damaging my attachment with my child?
Ever wonder how your earliest experiences of love and connection with caregivers are playing out in your adult relationships? Join me, along with couples therapist Vanessa Morgan, as we uncover how attachment styles developed in infancy can have a far-reaching influence on our interaction patterns with romantic partners and even our children. Vanessa guides us through understanding different attachment styles, the importance of self-reflection, and the powerful effect of establishing secure connections that can rewrite our relationship narratives for the better.
We learn that expressing personal needs and understanding the physical sensations linked to emotions are essential skills for healthier interactions. Vanessa and I also tackle the delicacy of parental conflict, the necessity of a post-argument narrative for children's emotional security, and how these moments of repair can strengthen our bonds.
Lastly, we highlight the importance of addressing personal traumas, the principles of secure functioning in partnerships, and how these steps can prevent negative cycles from repeating in future generations.
Follow Vanessa:
https://www.instagram.com/vanessamorgantherapy/
https://vanessamorgantherapy.com/
Listen to Similar Episodes:
Dr. Tracy Dalgleish: How to maintain a healthy relationship after having kids
Protecting yourself and healing from a narcissistic person with best selling author Dr. Ramani Durvasula
Watch this episode on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/Ea4NF3EudNo
Purchase the Reflective Parent Workbook ($29.99) or get $10 off if you leave a review for my podcast and send me a screenshot at info@curiousneuron.com
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Please leave a rating for our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Email me at info@curiousneuron.com
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Get some discounts using the links below
Thank you to our main supporters the Tanenbaum Open Science Institute at The Neuro and the McConnell Foundation.
Discounts for our community!
Pok Pok app. Click on the link below to get 50% off an entire year of this amazing open-ended play app for kids! https://playpokpok.com/redeem/?code=50CURIOUSNEURON
BetterHelp is the world’s largest therapy service, and it’s 100% online. Click the link below to get 15% off the first month of therapy http://www.betterhelp.com/curiousneuron
Holstee Inspiration and tools to help you live a more meaningful life. Membership, reflection cards for kids and adults:. Enjoy 20% off your purchase using the link below:
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Empowering Dads to Express and Manage Emotions
As a mom of three with a neuroscience background, I've come to understand that the emotional health of fathers is a critical but often overlooked topic. That's why I invited Dr. Matt Englar-Carlson, an expert in counseling and male psychology, onto the podcast. Our conversation offers an essential guide for anyone invested in the development of healthy boyhood and supportive environments for men as they embrace parenting, with insights into breaking cycles of anger and fostering emotional regulation.
In our final thoughts, Dr. Englar-Carlson and I reflect on the significance of building healthy relationships for life success. We explore how being a positive force in the lives of children, partners, and friends can be the cornerstone of well-being. For fathers and all listeners seeking to enhance their mental health and emotional expression, this episode is an invitation to explore new pathways and embrace the journey toward more fulfilling personal connections.
MENTAL App:
https://www.getmental.com/
Sources:
Accentuating positive masculinity: A new foundation for the psychology of boys, men, and masculinity.
The American psychological Association's practice guidelines for men and boys: Are they hurting rather than helping male mental wellness?
Rate AND review the Curious Neuron podcast and send me a screenshot to get my Reflective Parent Workbook for FREE (offer valid until Sunday, March 11th, 2024)
Please leave a rating for our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Email me at info@curiousneuron.com
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Thank you to our main supporters the Tanenbaum Open Science Institute at The Neuro and the McConnell Foundation.
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Pok Pok app. Click on the link below to get 50% off an entire year of this amazing open-ended play app for kids! https://playpokpok.com/redeem/?code=50CURIOUSNEURON
BetterHelp is the world’s largest therapy service, and it’s 100% online. Click the link below to get 15% off the first month of therapy http://www.betterhelp.com/curiousneuron
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These 3 leadership skills are important for parents
As I dive into leadership and business books, I can't help make the link with parenting. I think leadership books are the best parenting books!
I gave a workshop this week to a leadership team and realized how many of these tips applied to parenting so this week, I break down 3 aspects of this talk and give you some reflection prompts to apply this to your home.
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Listen to more Curious Neuron Podcast episodes similar to this one:
How to start a business while also being a stay-at-home mom Being a parent is similar to being a CEOMelinda Wenner Moyer: Raising kind humansPlease leave a rating for our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Email me at info@curiousneuron.com
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Get some discounts using the links below
Thank you to our main supporters the Tanenbaum Open Science Institute at The Neuro and the McConnell Foundation.
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Pok Pok app. Click on the link below to get 50% off an entire year of this amazing open-ended play app for kids! https://playpokpok.com/redeem/?code=50CURIOUSNEURON
BetterHelp is the world’s largest therapy service, and it’s 100% online. Click the link below to get 15% off the first month of therapy http://www.betterhelp.com/curiousneuron
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Protecting yourself and healing from a narcissistic person with best selling author Dr. Ramani Durvasula
Dr. Ramani and I rigorously tackle the complexities that emerge when parenting with or alongside a narcissist, offering invaluable strategies for setting boundaries and cultivating a nurturing environment for both parents and children.
We discuss the often-overlooked impact narcissistic parenting has on the developmental stages of children, from their tender infancy to their more independent years. We confront the harsh truth that parenthood doesn't magically reform a narcissist and discuss the imperative role of a supportive, responsive parent in mitigating a narcissist's unpredictable influence. Delving into the intricacies of equitable parenting and its significance on familial harmony, this episode sheds light on fostering a balanced family dynamic, even amidst the challenges posed by a narcissistic partner or parent.
Sources:
https://srcd.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/cdep.12362
https://www.pnas.org/doi/full/10.1073/pnas.1420870112
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0956797620965536
Read Dr. Ramani's new book It's Not You:
Canada
US
Dr. Ramani's YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@DoctorRamani
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/doctorramani/
Please leave a rating for our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Email me at info@curiousneuron.com
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Get some discounts using the links below
Thank you to our main supporters the Tanenbaum Open Science Institute at The Neuro and the McConnell Foundation.
Discounts for our community!
Pok Pok app. Click on the link below to get 50% off an entire year of this amazing open-ended play app for kids! https://playpokpok.com/redeem/?code=50CURIOUSNEURON
BetterHelp is the world’s largest therapy service, and it’s 100% online. Click the link below to get 15% off the first month of therapy http://www.betterhelp.com/curiousneuron
Holstee Inspiration and tools to help you live a more meaningful life. Membership, reflection cards for kids and adults:. Enjoy 20% off your purchase using the link below:
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So helpful
I’ve gotten so many great tips from listening to this podcast. I’ve learned so much such as how to feel good about my parenting and how I can encourage my child’s development through quality playtime. Cindy does all the research for us and puts reliable information out there for all the curious parents!