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Life's Dirty Little Secrets PodcastSecret #58: Raising a Self-Driven Child with Dr. William Stixrud & Ned JohnsonAre you struggling with how much to help—or how much to back off—when it comes to your child’s motivation, schoolwork, and screen time? Dive into this insight-packed episode as leading neuropsychologist Dr. William Stixrud and tutoring expert Ned Johnson reveal game-changing research on autonomy-supportive parenting, fostering resilience, and why letting kids solve their own problems builds lifelong confidence.Hosts Chris McCurry and Emma Waddington join Stixrud and Johnson to unpack the science behind why children crave autonomy, how a low sense of control fuels anxiety and stress, and what it actually means to become a “non...2025-07-1759 min
SHEE PodcastS7 EP15 : The Self-Driven Child (William Stixrud / Ned Johnson)SHEE PodcastSeries 7 : Pages to Practice: Bridging Wisdom from Books to Medical EducationEP15 : The Self-Driven Child (William Stixrud / Ned Johnson) SPEAKER : ผศ. พญ.ศิริรัตน์ รัตนอาภาทุกท่านสามารถติดตาม SHEE Podcast รายการเผยแพร่เกร็ดความรู้ด้านการศึกษาวิทยาศาสตร์สุขภาพเข้าถึงได้ เข้าใจง่าย ปรับใช้ได้ในสไตล์คุณเอง ได้ทุกวันศุกร์ที่ 2 และ 4 ของทุกเดือน ในเวลา 20.00 น.ศูนย์ความเป็นเลิศด้านการศึกษาวิทยาศาสตร์สุขภาพ Siriraj Health science Education Excellence center2025-07-0930 min
Securely Attached318. The neuroscience of control: Helping kids cope with stress and become self-driven with Dr. William StixrudClinical neuropsychologist and co-author of The Self-Driven Child, Dr. William Stixrud joins me for a powerful conversation about how we can raise confident, resilient kids by helping them feel a greater sense of control, without giving up our role as parents. Together we explore: Why a low sense of control is one of the most stressful experiences a child (or adult) can have, and how we can support our kids in feeling more agentful in their lives. How secure attachment and autonomy are deeply connected—and why attachment must come...2025-06-2455 min
The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast1KHO 498: How to Develop Brains That Are Capable of Enjoying Success | Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson, What Do You Say?If our kids are achieving but not thriving, what are we actually working toward?
In this profoundly helpful and eye-opening conversation, Ned Johnson and Dr. William Stixrud—authors of What Do You Say? and The Self-Driven Child—return to share powerful insights about raising kids who can handle stress, stay motivated, and actually enjoy their lives. We talk about what it means to be a non-anxious presence, how our words and behaviors shape our children’s mental health, and why the “Yale or fail” mindset is doing far more harm than good.
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Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury UnruffledIn an Age of Anxiety, How to Stop Worrying and Raise Less Stressed Kids (with Dr. William Stixrud)
In this encore episode, Janet’s guest is Dr. William Stixrud, a clinical neuropsychologist and co-author of "The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives." Bill Stixrud's decades of experience counseling children and their parents have led to conclusions that complement and support Janet's own parenting philosophy, especially topics such as encouraging self-confidence, intrinsic motivation, and inner-directedness. And since many of Bill's clients have been with him from childhood through adolescence and into adulthood, he has the benefit of seeing the results of his practice. Bill and Janet discuss the...2025-04-2250 min
Wise EffortSeven Principles for Raising a Self-Driven Child with Ned Johnson & Dr. William StixrudJoin Dr. Diana Hill on The Wise Effort Show as she interviews Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson, authors of 'The Self-Driven Child' and their new book 'The Seven Principles for Raising a Self-Driven Child.' They discuss foundational strategies for parenting that include establishing a strong connection, acting as a consultant rather than a manager, communicating healthy expectations, teaching an accurate model of reality, motivating children without trying to change them, being a non-anxious presence, and encouraging radical downtime. The episode offers insights, examples, and personal stories, underscoring the importance of balancing support with autonomy to foster responsible...2025-04-141h 07
How To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk about Raising a Self-Driven Child with William Stixrud, Ph.D and Ned JohnsonThe post How to Talk about Raising a Self-Driven Child with William Stixrud, Ph.D and Ned Johnson appeared first on Dr Robyn Silverman.2025-04-0800 min
How To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk about Raising a Self-Driven Child with William Stixrud, Ph.D and Ned JohnsonThe post How to Talk about Raising a Self-Driven Child with William Stixrud, Ph.D and Ned Johnson appeared first on Dr Robyn Silverman.2025-04-0800 min
Raising Good HumansHow to Raise Self-Driven Children with Dr. William StixrudIn this week’s episode, I’m joined by clinical neuropsychologist Dr. William Stixrud, co-author of The Self-Driven Child and the brand new Seven Principles for Raising a Self-Driven Child workbook. We talk about how to nurture internal motivation, what it really means to be autonomy-supportive, and how to step back without checking out. We also explore the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, how to support kids with executive function challenges, and why doing less as a parent can sometimes mean giving more.I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five...2025-03-2851 minThe 1000 Hours Outside Podcast1KHO 451: Trust Your Kids More and Worry About Them Less | Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson, The Self-Driven ChildTrust Your Kids More and Worry About Them Less isn’t just advice—it’s a revolutionary mindset that could change your parenting forever. In this powerful episode of The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast, host Ginny Yurich sits down with Ned Johnson and Dr. William Stixrud, authors of The Self-Driven Child and The Seven Principles for Raising a Self-Driven Child, to explore what children really need to thrive in today’s high-pressure, performance-driven culture. Drawing from decades of experience in neuropsychology, education, and working with families, Ned and Bill share a deeply hopeful and science-backed message: when kids feel a sense of...2025-03-2654 min
Full-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 435: William Stixrud and Ned Johnson on the Seven Principles for Raising a Self-Driven ChildI’m thrilled to welcome back two favorite podcast guests and just all-around wonderful humans, Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson. You might know them from their bestselling book The Self-Driven Child, which I often refer to on this show as one of the most important resources in my parenting life. Well, Bill and Ned have a new phenomenal resource that I can’t wait to share with you — a workbook based on their beloved book called The Seven Principles for Raising a Self-Driven Child. Today’s episode features a rich and deep conversation about some...2025-03-2546 minFull-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 435: William Stixrud and Ned Johnson on the Seven Principles for Raising a Self-Driven ChildI’m thrilled to welcome back two favorite podcast guests and just all-around wonderful humans, Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson. You might know them from their bestselling book The Self-Driven Child, which I often refer to on this show as one of the most important resources in my parenting life. Well, Bill and Ned have a new phenomenal resource that I can’t wait to share with you — a workbook based on their beloved book called The Seven Principles for Raising a Self-Driven Child. Today’s episode features a rich and deep conversation about some...2025-03-2546 min
TILT Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenHow to Motivate Kids & Build Their Stress Tolerance, with Dr. William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonNeuropsychologist William Stixrud PhD and Ned Johnson talk about their new book, "What Do You Say? How to Talk with Kids to Build Motivation, Stress Tolerance, and a Happy Home." 2025-01-0748 minTILT Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenThe Self-Driven Child with Dr. William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonNeuropsychologist William Stixrud PhD and Ned Johnson talk about their game-changing book "The Self-Driven Child" and explain the importance of supporting our child's sense of control and autonomy.2025-01-0746 minFull-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 158a: The Self-Driven Child with William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonNeuropsychologist William Stixrud PhD and Ned Johnson talk about their gamechanging book "The Self-Driven Child" and explain the importance of supporting our child's sense of control and autonomy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-09-2050 minFull-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 158a: The Self-Driven Child with William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonNeuropsychologist William Stixrud PhD and Ned Johnson talk about their gamechanging book "The Self-Driven Child" and explain the importance of supporting our child's sense of control and autonomy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2024-09-2050 min
The Self-Driven ChildThe Self-Driven Child: How We Got There (aka The Marvel Origin Story)Today we are talking about the roots of "The Self Driven Child" with my co-author, Dr. William R. Stixrud. Discover how our understanding of autonomy and control transformed our approach to parenting and education. We explore the neuroscience behind stress and motivation, sharing our journey from initial insights to the profound impact our work has had globally. Join us as we recount our Marvel origin story and reveal the science and anecdotes that shaped our bestselling books.Dr. William Stixrud, a clinical neuropsychologist, joins me, Ned Johnson, as we discuss the key principles of our collaboration. From...2024-07-0934 min
9natree[Review] The Self-Driven Child (William Stixrud) SummarizedThe Self-Driven Child (William Stixrud) Buy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072KBWB6G?tag=9natree-20 Read more: https://mybook.top/read/B072KBWB6G/ #AutonomySupportiveParenting #StressandChildDevelopment #SelfControlandMotivation #ResilienceinChildren #EmpoweringYoungMinds #GrowthMindset #ParentingStrategies #TheSelfDrivenChild These are takeaways from this book. Firstly, The Stress Epidemic in Kids, The book opens with a discussion on the rising stress levels among contemporary children and teenagers. It highlights how an overemphasis on grades, performance, and adherence to a predetermined success path can detrimentally affect a child’s mental health. External pressures, excessive scheduling, and the ne...2024-04-2404 min
The Self-Driven ChildWho’s Ready for College? with William Stixrud, Ph.D.In today's episode, we explore the complexities of an issue that's close to the hearts of parents, teachers, and students alike—college readiness. Alongside my friend and co-author Bill Stixrud, we discuss the crucial aspects that determine whether a high-school student is truly ready to take on the challenges of college life. We start by questioning the common rush towards college right after high school, bringing to light the concerning rates of dropout and burnout among college freshmen. Our conversation covers effective strategies for assessing and enhancing readiness, emphasizing the importance of emotional resilience and maturity over mere academic pr...2024-04-2342 min
The Caring InstinctThe Self-Driven Child: Joe and Olga with Dr. William StixrudOur children and teenagers are often at least as busy, stressed and sleep-deprived as adults. Amidst an unprecedented youth mental health crisis, our education systems remain divorced from everything science knows about learning and wellbeing. If a book ever was a way out, “The Self-Driven Child” is certainly this, and the conversation with one of its authors Dr. William Stixrud is here to fill us with hope.What makes children invulnerable to anxiety and depression? How to build a brain that is capable of deep focus and motivation as well as being happy? What are the roots of auto...2024-04-121h 04
Nobody Told Me!William Stixrud and Ned Johnson: ...how to talk to kids to build motivation & stress tolerance Parents want to keep their kids safe, healthy, happy and motivated but sometimes it’s hard to know what to say to achieve those goals. Conversation between parents and kids can be difficult at times, if not impossible. That’s why we’re excited to welcome neuropsychologist William Stixrud and test prep expert Ned Johnson to the show. They are the authors of the bestselling book, "The Self-Driven Child". Their latest book is called, "What Do You Say?: How to Talk with Kids to Build Motivation, Stress Tolerance, and a Happy Home". Their website is prepmatters.com. Shopify is the all-in-one comme...2024-03-2135 min
Full PreFrontal: Exposing the Mysteries of Executive FunctionEp. 205: Dr. William Stixrud - How to Talk With Kids and Build Their MotivationSend us a textIt’s human to crave connections. If there’s a silver bullet that comes closest to protecting kids, it’s the art of making meaningful connections with adults in their lives. This provides children with a sense of closeness and belonging ,which in return, contributes positively to their physical, social, psychological, and emotional health. Effective communication is the key ingredient to forming deep connections and parents, teachers and mentors need insights and tools to know ways to communicate that helps create a safe space for children to express themselves.On this episod...2024-02-131h 08The Self-Driven ChildA Non-Anxious Presence with Dr. William StixrudI'm joined by my co-host and co-author of The Self-Driven Child Dr. William Stixrud to discuss how to be a non-anxious presence for your kids when things feel stressful and scary in the world. As parents and educators, modeling calmness and confidence helps children feel braver.Dr. Bill Stixrud is a clinical neuropsychologist and co-author of the bestselling books The Self-Driven Child and What Do You Say? His work focuses on supporting kids to build resilience, motivation, and handle anxiety. Timeline Summary:[00:39] - Introducing the idea of a "non-anxious p...2023-10-2429 min
How To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk with Kids to Build Motivation, Stress Tolerance & a Happy Home with Dr. William Stixrud & Ned Johnson – ReReleaseThis episode of How to Talk to Kids about Anything focuses on effective communication tools that parents can use to best reach their children as they enter middle school and the teen years. How do we engage in respectful and effective dialogue, give constructive feedback, problem-solve and provide boundaries and still navigate the complex terrain of teenhood? Dr. Robyn Silverman interviews William Stixrud and Ned Johnson in this lively and fascinating exchange.
The post How to Talk with Kids to Build Motivation, Stress Tolerance & a Happy Home with Dr. William Stixrud & Ned Johnson – ReRelease appeared first on Dr...2023-10-031h 04
Mastering CounselingCreating Self-Driven Counseling Clients, A Conversation with Dr. William Stixrud Episode Topic:In this episode of Mastering Counseling, Dr. William Stixrud, a clinical neuropsychologist and the founder of The Stixrud Group shares insights. He delves into his career journey, the significance of autonomy in child development, technology's role in therapy, and applying his book's principles to counseling. Dr. Stixrud underscores therapists as non-anxious presences, the need for self-care and meditation among mental health professionals, and the rewarding nature of the counseling profession. Lessons You’ll Learn:Dr. Stixrud emphasizes autonomy's pivotal role in child development and its integration into counseling practices. He explores technology's impact on therapy and th...2023-09-1434 min
Making Hope HappenEntrepreneurs David Friedman and Tansu Philip followed by a classic interview with David StixrudDavid Friedman and Tansu Philip are working to transform San Bernardino through entrepreneurship, economic development, and community engagement. They join Erin to discuss their businesses, like Viva la Boba, and the changing economic and community landscape in the city of San Bernardino. The second interview is a classic with David Stixrud about his book, The Self-Driven Child. American kids are grappling with an epidemic of anxiety and depression. Chronic stress is taking a toll during the formative years when children are “sculpting” their developing brains. What we are doing as parents and as a society isn’t working...2023-09-0654 minHow to Talk to Kids About AnythingHow to Talk with Kids to Build Motivation, Stress Tolerance & a Happy Home with Dr. William Stixrud & Ned Johnson-ReRelease
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Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury UnruffledRaising Motivated, Self-Confident, Less Stressed Kids in an Age of Anxiety (with Dr. William Stixrud)
Janet’s guest is Dr. William Stixrud, a clinical neuropsychologist and co-author of The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives. Bill Stixrud's decades of experience counseling children and their parents have led to conclusions that complement and support Janet's own parenting philosophy, especially topics such as encouraging self-confidence, intrinsic motivation, and inner-directedness. And since many of Bill's clients have been with him from childhood through adolescence and into adulthood, he has the benefit of seeing the results of his practice. Bill and Janet discuss the value of giving our kids op...2023-09-0550 min
Sweat The TechniqueThe Self-Driven Child (with William Stixrud and Ned Johnson)Ravi sits down with William Stixrud, PhD and Ned Johnson to discuss lessons learned from their book The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control over Their Lives.Listen in for William and Ned’s insights about stepping back as parents to let your children navigate the world with confidence and find their own path.2023-08-0245 minThe Self-Driven ChildWho's Ready For College? A Conversation With Bill Stixrud About a Mother's ConcernWelcome to another exciting episode of our podcast, where I had an enlightening conversation with Dr. William Stixrud. We explore the fascinating world of neuroscience, education, and how stress affects learning. You won't want to miss this![2:56] ADHD and anxiety in teens.[5:20] Taking the long view.[8:59] Three questions to ask yourself about your child.[11:24] College isn’t an entitlement.[15:21] Where do you have some leverage?[17:01] The language of silence in social media.[20:44] How we connect with our kids.[24:51] The importance of a non anxious presence.Resources:2023-06-2730 min
Parenting Without Power Struggles1:109 Homework Challenges with Dr. William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonIn this excerpt of a class about homework with Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson, authors of The Self-Driven Child, Susan explores the anxiety parents often feel around their kids' unwillingness to take their school work seriously. https://susanstiffelman.com/stixrud-johnson-podcast-2/2023-06-0815 min
How To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk to Kids about Being Self-Driven, Self-Motivated & Self-Controlled with Dr. William Stixrud – ReReleaseThis podcast will focus on the science and sense of giving your kids more control over their lives. What can we do and say to help show our kids that we believe in them, trust them and feel confident about them making key decisions in their lives about what they need and want for themselves. When we take over, we weaken them and say “don’t trust yourself- trust me instead.” When we externally motivate and incentivize, we don’t allow them to look within themselves and find what intrinsically motivates them. If we want our children to be “self-drive...2023-05-021h 03
How to Talk to Kids About AnythingHow to Talk to Kids about Being Self-Driven, Self-Motivated & Self-Controlled with Dr. William Stixrud – ReReleaseThis podcast will focus on the science and sense of giving your kids more control over their lives. What can we do and say to help show our kids that we believe in them, trust them and feel confident about them making key decisions in their lives about what they need and want for themselves. When we take over, we weaken them and say “don’t trust yourself- trust me instead.” When we externally motivate and incentivize, we don’t allow them to look within themselves and find what intrinsically motivates them. If we want our children to be “self-drive...2023-05-021h 03How To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk to Kids about Being Self-Driven, Self-Motivated & Self-Controlled with Dr. William Stixrud – ReReleaseHow to Talk to Kids about Being Self-Driven, Self-Motivated & Self-Controlled
This podcast will focus on the science and sense of giving your kids more control over their lives. What can we do and say to help show our kids that we believe in them, trust them and feel confident about them making key decisions in their lives about what they need and want for themselves. When we take over, we weaken them and say “don’t trust yourself- trust me instead.” When we externally motivate and incentivize, we don’t allow them to look within themselves and find what intrinsi...2023-05-021h 03How To Talk To Kids About AnythingHow to Talk to Kids about Being Self-Driven, Self-Motivated & Self-Controlled with Dr. William Stixrud – ReReleaseThis podcast will focus on the science and sense of giving your kids more control over their lives. What can we do and say to help show our kids that we believe in them, trust them and feel confident about them making key decisions in their lives about what they need and want for themselves. When we take over, we weaken them and say “don’t trust yourself- trust me instead.” When we externally motivate and incentivize, we don’t allow them to look within themselves and find what intrinsically motivates them. If we want our children to be “self-drive...2023-05-021h 03
PhilosoFiDr. William Stixrud on Raising Self-Driven Children, The Effects of Stress, and Modern EducationHow can we raise self-motivated, self-driven children? What effects does stress have on the brain? How much homework is too much? James speaks with Dr. William Stixrud about his book The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives.Dr. Stixrud is an expert on the adolescent brain, meditation, and the effects of stress, sleep deprivation, and technology overload on the brain. These areas are becoming more important as stress, anxiety, and depression affect more children. Dr. William R. Stixrud, Ph.D., is a clinical neuropsychologist...2023-04-101h 06
TLTalkRadioBest of TL Talk: The Self-Driven Child with William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonWelcome back to the “Best of TL Talk Radio” series! We’re re-releasing many of the most popular episodes from 7 seasons of the show. The release of this series announces and celebrates TL Talk Radio’s addition to the Be Podcast Network, a collection of education-focused shows that help you support transformative change in formal and informal learning environments. In this season 5 episode, Randy and Lynn spoke with William Stixrud and Ned Johnson, authors of The Self-Driven Child. Visit https://bepodcast.network to learn more about the Be Podcast Network and dozens of shows cover...2023-04-0435 min
This is My Silver LiningREPLAY: PART TWO Whose Life is This? Parenting Experts Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson on How to Raise Resilient Kids and Lower the Stress Levels for Everyone at HomeWhile we take a pause to record new content and to spend time with our families over spring break, we wanted to take this opportunity to replay a few episodes that our newer listeners may not have heard and that long-time TIMSL listeners have loved. We hope you enjoy this fantastic 2-part conversation with Ned Johnson and Dr. William Stixrud, co-authors of parenting books The Self Driven Child and What Do You Say? Link to Orignal Episode ShownotesSupport this podcast by subscribing and reviewing. Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Audio Blocks...2023-04-0238 minNobody Told Me!William Stixrud and Ned Johnson: ...how to talk to kids to build motivation & stress toleranceParents want to keep their kids safe, healthy, happy and motivated but sometimes it’s hard to know what to say to achieve those goals. Conversation between parents and kids can be difficult at times, if not impossible. That’s why we’re excited to welcome neuropsychologist William Stixrud and test prep expert Ned Johnson to the show. They are the authors of the bestselling book, "The Self-Driven Child". Their latest book is called, "What Do You Say?: How to Talk with Kids to Build Motivation, Stress Tolerance, and a Happy Home". Their website is prepmatters.com. Our sponsor, Green Chef, is a CCOF-ce...2023-04-0135 min
This is My Silver LiningREPLAY: PART ONE Whose Life is This? Parenting Experts Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson on How to Raise Resilient Kids and Lower the Stress Levels for Everyone at HomeWhile we take a pause to record new content and to spend time with our families over spring break, we wanted to take this opportunity to replay a few episodes that our newer listeners may not have heard and that long-time TIMSL listeners have loved. We hope you enjoy this fantastic 2-part conversation with Ned Johnson and Dr. William Stixrud, co-authors of parenting books The Self Driven Child and What Do You Say? Link to Orignal Episode ShownotesSupport this podcast by subscribing and reviewing. Music is considered “royalty-free” and discov...2023-03-2642 min
Experience Matters with Steve ShapiroEpisode 18- This is Your Brain on Achievement Culture with Dr. William StixrudThis is Your Brain on Achievement Culture with Dr. William StixrudWe are in the midst of a youth mental health crisis, especially among kids in “high achieving” schools. Neuropsychologist William Stixrud has a front row-seat to the crisis, with unique insight into emerging research on the impact that “achievement-culture” related chronic stress and anxiety have on the adolescent brain. We cover a lot of territory, including:4:20 How the Beatles shaped Bill’s brain7:46 The difference between rich and poor kids’ mental health 8:58 The mental health status...2023-01-1242 min
This is My Silver LiningPART 2: Whose Life is This? Parenting Experts Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson on How to Raise Resilient Kids and Lower the Stress Levels for Everyone at HomeIn Part 2 of this two-part series, we continue our conversation with Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson, authors of parenting books The Self Driven Child and What Do You Say? We talk with Bill and Ned about the importance of giving our kids autonomy, helping them learn how to manage technology (the dreaded phones and video games), and the importance of a good night’s SLEEP. And we talk about the all-important pursuit of happiness. Bill and Ned set us straight by reminding us that by the time they graduate from high school, most kids have already spent 90% of the ti...2022-12-1138 min
This is My Silver LiningPART ONE: Whose Life is This? Parenting Experts Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson on How to Raise Resilient Kids and Lower the Stress Levels for Everyone at HomeAny parent with a teenager at home knows that each day can be a struggle. We want to enjoy these years before they fly from the nest, but we live with the drama and pushback that comes from enforcing the house rules while they still live under our roof. Couple that with the pressures and anxiety teenagers face today– including those we unknowingly place on our kids– and we have a recipe for anxious and stressed-out kids and parents. Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson, authors of parenting books The Self Driven Child and What Do You Say? ar...2022-12-0441 min
Simple FamiliesThe Self-Driven Child ft. Dr. William StixrudAs a neuropsychologist with over 40 years of practice, Dr. William Stixrud has seen many parenting trends come and go. His best-selling book The The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives with co-author Ned Johnson is on my must-read list for parents. It was a pleasure to speak to one of my all-time favorite scientists, authors and practitioners about motivating our children, screen time, and the root causes of stress.Links from the episode
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The Self-Driven Child: The Science & Sense of Giving your kids...2022-11-1759 min
Read Beat (...and repeat)"What Do You Say?: by William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonWilliam Stixrud, the co-author with Ned Johnson, of “What Do You Say?”, talks about communicating with teenagers. If you’re a parent, you’ve had a moment–maybe many of them–when you’ve thought, “How did that conversation go so badly?” At some point after the sixth grade, the same kid who asked “why” non-stop at age four suddenly stops talking to you. The good news is that effective communication can be cultivated, learned, and taught, said Stixrud. As you get better at this, so will your kids, he adds. Stixrud , who with Johnson have 60 years combined experience...2022-09-3021 min
Beyond The Balance Sheet PodcastThe Value of Neuropsychological Testing With Dr. Bill StixrudWe are honored to have Dr. Bill Stixrud as our guest today. Dr. Stixrud is a clinical neuropsychologist and founder of the The Stixrud Group. He is the co-author of the national bestselling book, The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives. Diana and Dr. Stixrud discuss the false assumptions that self-driven children of affluent families face. They discuss the benefits of medication and other behavioral strategies for children with ADD and ADHD, as well as how neuropsych testing can help kids be more confident and successful in school. Dr. Stixrud...2022-07-2027 min
PG-ishRaising resilient children, featuring William StixrudParenting often feels like we’re carrying the weight of the world on our shoulders. We focus more on the things we think we have to control, rather than the things that bring us joy. Today is a continuation of last week’s episode about coaching our kids instead of controlling them. Dr. Bill Stixrud is a neuropsychologist whose take on adolescent brain development could have a significant shift on how you show up and help to support your child. He discusses how the sense of autonomy—not full control, but some amount of knowing that what you do...2022-04-1218 min
The Emotional Inheritance of Parenting#22. How to Talk with Kids to Build Stress Tolerance & Motivation with Dr. Stixrud and Ned JohnsonIn looking back at some of the most challenging conversations you’ve had with your kids, have you sometimes thought to yourself, “How did that conversation go so wrong? I wanted to impart wisdom, teach a lesson, and all I got was their tuning me out, slamming the door, and I felt angrier than before!” Join me in this rich conversation with best-selling authors, Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson, as we talk about their book, What Do You Say? How to Talk with Kids to Build Motivation, Stress Tolerance, and a Happy Home. If you’ve a...2022-03-2354 minThe Emotional Inheritance of Parenting#21. The Self-Driven Child - Interview with Dr. William StixrudJoin me in this eye-opening, informative and insightful conversation with clinical neuropsychologist and best-selling author, Dr. William Stixrud, about his book, The Self-Driven Child. Get ready to be highly inspired, informed and to receive practical examples and advice for how you can begin in your day-to-day relationship with your children to help them develop intrinsic motivation so they can thrive in their lives, how you can shift from control to actual effective guidance, and how we can begin from the time our children are young to help them develop their ability to make wise decisions for their l...2022-03-011h 01
Family Looking UpEp. 221 Conversations With Your Teens That Create Happiness - Dr. William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonWe are thrilled to welcome back Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson, to discuss their new book “What Do You Say? How to Talk with Kids to Build Motivation, Stress Tolerance, and a Happy Home” . These authors always have incredible insights backed by science that helps parents to understand, better, how to communicate with their child. We hope you enjoy! 2022-01-181h 00
Sage FamilyCommunication Q+A with Dr. William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonToday I’m here with Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson with a Communication Q & A. Bill is a clinical neuropsychologist and Ned is a tutor geek and they are both speakers and authors of The Self-Driven Child and What Do You Say. We go over what to say when a child is struggling with complaining, school, neurodiversities, a hard new skill, substances, mental health, technology, lying, and siblings. Get the full show notes at sagefamily.com/podcast66.2021-10-191h 07Nobody Told Me!William Stixrud and Ned Johnson: ...how to talk to kids to build motivation & stress toleranceWe're a mother-daughter duo who’ve had the same kinds of conversations most parents have with their kids as they grow up. Issues related to school, family, goals, misunderstandings and expectations have all come up between us over the years. We’ve had some great, meaningful conversations and some meltdowns, too! Parents want to keep their kids safe, healthy, happy and motivated but sometimes it’s hard to know what to say to achieve those goals. Conversation between parents and kids can be difficult at times, if not impossible. That’s why we’re excited to wel...2021-10-0339 min
The Sport of Life: Chats w/ Comedians, Filmmakers, Sports Figures, Musicians, & Intellectuals#177 - William Stixrud and Ned Johnson on WHAT DO YOU SAY?Clinical neuropsychologist William Stixrud and PrepMatters founder Ned Johnson chat with Trey Elling about WHAT DO YOU SAY? HOW TO TALK WITH KIDS TO BUILD MOTIVATION, STRESS TOLERANCE, AND A HAPPY HOME. The book serves as the follow-up to their 2018 bestseller, THE SELF-DRIVEN CHILD.2021-09-2358 min
The Newman Experience PodcastThe Science of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives - William Stixrud, PhD & Ned JohnsonDr. Jeff and Maureen discuss the national bestseller "The Self-Driven Child" by William Stixrud, Phd, and Ned Johnson
“Instead of trusting kids with choices . . . many parents insist on micromanaging everything from homework to friendships. For these parents, Stixrud and Johnson have a simple message: Stop.” —NPR
“This humane, thoughtful book turns the latest brain science into valuable practical advice for parents.” —Paul Tough, New York Times bestselling author of How Children Succeed
You can find it on Amazon here 👉 https://amzn.to/2XSfeyZ2021-09-2218 min
Parenting Without Power Struggles1:82 Raising Self-Driven Kids With William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonIn this recording from Facebook Live, Susan talk with William Stixrud and Ned Johnson, authors of The Self-Driven Child, about their new book, What Do You Say?: How to Talk with Kids to Build Motivation, Stress Tolerance, and a Happy Home. They talk about how to be a non-anxious presence in children's lives in preparation for their new class, What Do You Say? Communication Tools For Self-Driven Kids. https://susanstiffelman.com/podcast-episode-stixrud-johnson/2021-09-1320 min
Talking To Teens: Expert Tips for Parenting TeenagersEp 154: What to Say to Motivate Your TeenBill Stixrud and Ned Johnson, authors of The Self-Driven Child, re-join us to talk about their latest book What Do You Say. Whether your teen is unmotivated or over-anxious, Ned and Bill have just the thing to say. Full show notesEnforcing rules on teens is no easy task. Half the time they ignore you, sometimes they lie to you, and they love to find plenty of reasons to do the exact opposite of what you asked! As they gain independence, teens just don’t want to abide by your rules...even if they’re livi...2021-09-0527 min
Transcripts213. Back To School! How To Talk With Kids To Build Motivation, Stress Tolerance and A Happy Home with Dr. William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonParenting and education experts, Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson, discuss how to talk with kids about anxiety, stress, motivation and technology.2021-09-0100 min
Psychologists Off the Clock213. Back To School! How To Talk With Kids To Build Motivation, Stress Tolerance and A Happy Home with Dr. William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonParenting and education experts, Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson, discuss how to talk with kids about anxiety, stress, motivation and technology.
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Title: What Do You Say?: How to Talk with Kids to Build Motivation, Stress Tolerance, and a Happy Home
Author: William Stixrud, Ned Johnson
Narrator: Ned Johnson
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 8 hours 39 minutes
Release date: August 17, 2021
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1
Genres: Mental Health & Psychology
Publisher's Summary:
A guide to effectively communicating with teenagers by the bestselling authors of The Self-Driven Child If you're a parent, you've had a moment--maybe many of them--when you've thought, 'How did that conversation go so badly?' At some point after the sixth...2021-08-178h 39
No Guilt Mom | Overcoming Mom Guilt, Parenting Tips, & Self Care for Moms101- How to Talk with Your Kids to Build Motivation with Ned Johnson and WilliamIn this episode, we are joined by a dynamic duo- William R. Stixrud, Ph.D. & Ned Johnson as we discuss how we as parents have such a crucial role in our kids' motivation and how many times as parents if we step back a little it gives such HUGE rewards to our kids! William R. Stixrud, Ph.D., is a clinical neuropsychologist and founder of The Stixrud Group, as well as a faculty member at Children’s National Medical Center and an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at the George Washington University School of Med...2021-08-1733 min
Therapy For Real Life PodcastHow to Talk with Kids to Build Motivation with William Stixrud, Ph.D. and Ned JohnsonHost Anna Lindberg Cedar, MPA, LCSW is joined by two guest experts in today's episode to discuss research-backed communication strategies to help children build motivation and make healthy choices. William Stixrud, Ph.D. and Ned Johnson are the best-selling authors of the Self-Driven Child and have more than 60 years of combined experience mastering the art of effective and respectful dialogue with kids. They discuss their newest book in today's episode, What Do You Say? How To Talk with Kids to Build Motivation, Stress Tolerance, and a Happy Home. Johnson and Stixrud share effective strategies for parents and coaches to...2021-08-1648 min
Authentic ParentingHow to Talk to Kids with Ned Johnson and William StixrudCommunication in general is hard. Communication with kids is even harder. What do you say to your kids when you want to motivate them, get them to listen and cooperate without resorting to begging, scolding, lecturing, ordering, and threatening? Authors of the fantastic book The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives Ned Johnson and Dr. William Stixrud are on the show today to talk about their new book: What Do You Say:How to talk to kids to build motivation, stress tolerance and a happy home. O...2021-08-121h 03
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanHow to Talk with Kids with Ned Johnson and Dr. William R. Stixrud“I just can’t handle you right now.” That’s how I’m feeling around my kids lately. As many of you know, I’ve been on a pretty epic family road trip across the country. We’ve been making some incredible memories and having a ton of fun, but it hasn't been without some serious challenges. My wife has been sick for the past week, the boys are constantly fighting, I'm trying to manage my business (while keeping everyone engaged), and there've been some tragic events with my extended family, to name just a few. ...2021-07-2954 minFull-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 261: How to Motivate Kids & Build Their Stress Tolerance, with William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonNeuropsychologist William Stixrud PhD and Ned Johnson talk about their new book, "What Do You Say? How to Talk with Kids to Build Motivation, Stress Tolerance, and a Happy Home."Connect with Tilt Parenting
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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2021-07-2751 minFull-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 261: How to Motivate Kids & Build Their Stress Tolerance, with William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonNeuropsychologist William Stixrud PhD and Ned Johnson talk about their new book, "What Do You Say? How to Talk with Kids to Build Motivation, Stress Tolerance, and a Happy Home."Connect with Tilt Parenting
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Family Looking UpEp. 192. Raising Self Drivin Children (Summer Re-release). Guests William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonAt the core, every parent aims to raise a child that can self-motivate and can fly once they are old enough to leave home. No parent wants to raise a child that is either so full of anxiety that they can't bear to leave home or a child that is so apathetic to life in general that their biggest concern is their status in Fort Night. Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson are with us this week discussing their book "The Self Driven Child" and the research behind it. It is a fascinating and compelling discussion that we ho...2021-06-2957 min
Element Is EverythingDr. William Stixrud: Second Hand Stress - A Roadblock to Your ElementToday we talk with Dr. William Stixrud, a clinical neuropsychologist and faculty member at Children's National and George Washington University School of Medicine, as well as the author of the book, The Self-driven Child in his book, which runs the gamut on topics related to child development, such as technology, sleep, exercise, homework, motivation, academic testing, control, and yes, stress. 2021-04-2533 min
One Page At a Time PodcastEpisode 36: Helping Kids Take Control of their Reading with Dr. William StixrudThis week we are joined by Dr. William Stixrud, neuropsychologist, and co-author of the widely known and regarded book, The Self-Driven Child. We talk with Dr. William Stixrud about becoming and helping your child become a self-driven reader.
In this episode we talk about:
1. What is motivation in relation to the issues Dr. Stixrud addresses in The Self-Driven Child.
2.. The connection between some things we have researched and read about in Scholastic’s Kid and Family Reading Report, especially the “Decline by Nine” with the principles of child self-motivation.
“I love you too much to fight with you about reading.”
3. Some words...2021-02-1849 min
Sage FamilySelf-Driven Child with William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonToday I’m here with Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson talking about the self-driven child. Bill is a clinical neuropsychologist and Ned is a tutor geek and they are both speakers and authors of The Self-Driven Child. We go over stress, a child’s ownership of their own life, parent as consultant instead of enforcer, anxiety, motivation, adolescence, neurodiversity, testing, and college. Get the full show notes here: http://rachelrainbolt.com/podcast53 Support the Sage Family Podcast here: patreon.com/sagefamily2020-11-171h 27
The Kid Factory PodcastThe Self-Driven Child with Dr. William StixrudDr. William Stixrus is the co-author of one of my favorite parenting books EVER… The Self Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives. He shares REAL science to convince me (and hopefully you) that there are so many areas of parenting where we are unnecessarily stressing ourselves out. Hopefully at the end of this talk you feel relieved and ready to give your child more trust and autonomy over their own lives.2020-09-0949 min
The Luminous Mind Podcast | A show about you becoming your best self through unconventional thinkingEpisode 256 - William Stixrud, Ph.D and Ned Johnson, The Self-Driven ChildBoth the authors of The Self-Driven Child, William Stirred and Ned Johnson, join The Luminous Mind to give tips and tricks on how to raise children more inclined to self-driven and motivated. We discuss parenting techniques to use with our kids so parenting is easier during those school years as we strive to more into the "consultant" role with less push back and more love. Check out our show notes2020-07-011h 31
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanDo You Have a Self-Driven Kid? [Encore Clip]In this episode clip Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson discuss self driven kids. Do you have one? ABOUT Dr. William Stixrud William R. Stixrud, Ph.D., is a clinical neuropsychologist and founder of The Stixrud Group, a lifespan neuropsychology practice. He is also a member of the Adjunct Faculty of the Children’s National Medical Center, and he holds a faculty appointment as Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Pediatrics at the George Washington School of Medicine. Additionally, Dr. Stixrud is a frequent lecturer, and he has authored scientific articles on...2020-04-2212 min
Front Row Dads with Jon VromanThe Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Child More Control Over Their Lives with Dr. William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonIn today’s episode, Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson join the podcast to talk about giving your kids the freedom to make choices and take control over their lives. We cover the importance of asking your kids questions, being calm as a father, meditation, mental health, motivation, sleep, and a lot more! KEY TAKEAWAYS: The importance of autonomy The stress that comes with lack of control What is non-anxious presence? Why the family unit is most effective when Dad stays calm Don’t go home until you meditate What does it mean to “take the long view” How to help kid...2020-04-2052 min
Full PreFrontal: Exposing the Mysteries of Executive FunctionEp. 102: Dr. William Stixrud – Recreating the Personal 2.0 SelfSend us a textAll parents want their children to grow up, be independent, and find happiness. Their conventional wisdom says, let me push my child to do well in school, work hard on stuff, and take part in various activities to “find” themselves. Because to a parent, the path to success has a formula “Education + Passion + Excellent Performance = Career” which equals to a life of bliss! And well-meaning parents want their children to find a career and then through that connect to their passion. But what if the formula runs into a glitch?On this epi...2020-03-0544 min
Family Looking UpEp. 118. Raising Self Driven Children - Guests: Dr. William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonAt the core, every parent aims to raise a child that can self-motivate and can fly once they are old enough to leave home. No parent wants to raise a child that is either so full of anxiety that they can't bear to leave home or a child that is so apathetic to life in general that their biggest concern is their status in Fort Night. Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson are with us this week discussing their book "The Self Driven Child" and the research behind it. It is a fascinating and compelling discussion that we ho...2020-01-2858 min
Back To School with Maz JobraniHow To Raise a Self-Driven Child with Dr. William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonThis week, Dr. William Stixrud and Ned Johnson join us to talk about their book The Self-Driven Child, the importance of being a consultant to your child instead of a manager, and how Daylight Savings can be deadly!2019-09-171h 07
Go Help Yourself: A Comedy Self-Help Podcast to Make Life Suck LessThe Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives by William Stixrud, Ph.D and Ned Johnson (Part 2)This week, Lisa, Misty and special guest host Heather complete their review of the national bestseller The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives by William Stixrud, Ph.D and Ned Johnson. (Or as we like to call them, Bill and Ned.) William Stixrud, Ph.D. is a clinical neuropsychologist and a faculty member at Children's National Medical Center and George Washington University Medical School. He lectures widely on the adolescent brain, meditation, and the effects of stress, sleep deprivation, and technology overload on the brain. He has published s...2019-08-161h 00
Go Help Yourself: A Comedy Self-Help Podcast to Make Life Suck LessThe Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives by William Stixrud, Ph.D and Ned Johnson (Part 1)This week, Lisa and Misty have a very special guest host on to review the national bestseller The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives by William Stixrud, Ph.D and Ned Johnson. (Or as we like to call them, Bill and Ned.) William Stixrud, Ph.D. is a clinical neuropsychologist and a faculty member at Children's National Medical Center and George Washington University Medical School. He lectures widely on the adolescent brain, meditation, and the effects of stress, sleep deprivation, and technology overload on the brain. He has p...2019-08-091h 01
New Books in PsychologyWilliam R. Stixrud, "The Self-Driven Child" (Penguin, 2019)Nowadays it seems that even high-performing kids are acutely stressed and lacking motivation. Many feel that they have no control over their own lives. Some stumble in high school, or hit college and unravel. As parents, we can only drive our kids so far; at some point, they will have to take the wheel and map out their own path. The Self-Driven Child (Penguin, 2019) written by Dr. William Stixrud, a clinical neuropsychologist, and Ned Johnson, a motivational coach who runs an elite tutoring service, offers a combination of cutting-edge brain science, the latest discoveries in behavioral therapy, and case...2019-07-0553 min
Full-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 158: The Self-Driven Child with William Stixrud and Ned JohnsonNeuropsychologist William Stixrud PhD and Ned Johnson talk about their gamechanging book "The Self-Driven Child" and explain the importance of supporting our child's sense of control and autonomy.Connect with Tilt Parenting
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Psychologists Off the Clock78. The Self-Driven Child with William StixrudAccording to neuropsychologist Dr. William Stixrud, parents should be their kids’ consultants, not their managers. When we spend our time trying to control our kids, we weaken them and exhaust ourselves. In this episode, Diana talks with Dr. Stixrud about his book The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives. Additionally, they discuss how to support healthy development, self-motivation, and emotional resilience in our kids. This episode is a game-changer for parents and clinicians, but, of course, “It’s your call” if you want to listen!
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Why giving kids more sen...2019-02-1950 minPsychologists Off the Clock78. The Self-Driven Child with William StixrudAccording to neuropsychologist Dr. William Stixrud, parents should be their kids’ consultants, not their managers. When we spend our time trying to control our kids, we weaken them and exhaust ourselves. In this episode, Diana talks with Dr. Stixrud about his book The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives. Additionally, they discuss how to support healthy development, self-motivation, and emotional resilience in our kids. This episode is a game-changer for parents and clinicians, but, of course, “It’s your call” if you want to listen!
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Listen to the Best Full trial Audiobooks in Self-Improvement, Parenting TipsThe Thriving Child: The Science Behind Reducing Stress and Nurturing Independence by William Stixrud, Ned JohnsonPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/334213 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Thriving Child: The Science Behind Reducing Stress and Nurturing Independence Author: William Stixrud, Ned Johnson Narrator: Kaleo Griffith Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 35 minutes Release date: June 7, 2018 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1 Genres: Parenting Tips Publisher's Summary: Penguin presents the audiobook edition of The Thriving Child by Dr William Stixrud and Ned Johnson, read by Kaleo Griffith. As parents we all want the best for our child, but so often we give in to societal pressures which can result in us over-managing every aspect of their...2018-06-0705 min