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Jessica Lahey on Self-Efficacy and Genetic Predisposition to Addiction

May 29, 2021

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Jessica Lahey

Jessica Lahey, a New York Times bestselling author and educator, discusses her latest book on preventing addiction in kids. She emphasizes the importance of self-efficacy and resilience while navigating parenting in a dependent culture. Lahey shares her insights on breaking the cycle of addiction, the role of self-awareness, and the necessity of open conversations about substance abuse within families. Through personal anecdotes, she highlights how addressing emotional needs and modeling healthy behaviors can empower children to make informed choices.

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Personal Stakes in Addiction Book

Jessica Lahey discusses the personal nature of her new book, "The Addiction Inoculation."
She expresses concerns about protecting her family while sharing her story.

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Arbitrary Measures of Success

External validation in any field is often arbitrary and unfair.
True success lies in focusing on what you can control.

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Biden Family and Addiction

Hunter Biden's family history demonstrates the impact of addiction.
Joe Biden abstained from alcohol, but didn't address the cycle for future generations.

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The Journey of Commitment and Self-Improvement

19:05 • 2min

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Breaking the Cycle of Addiction

21:34 • 5min

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The Role of Self-Awareness in Overcoming Addiction

26:58 • 3min

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Self-Knowledge and Substance Choices

30:27 • 5min

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Breaking the Silence: Addressing Family Addiction Issues

35:30 • 3min

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Parenting, Boundaries, and Resilience

38:30 • 13min

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Resilience and the Power of Supportive Relationships

51:26 • 4min

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Nurturing Resilience: Preventing Substance Abuse in Children

55:17 • 15min

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The Addiction Inoculation

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Jess Lahey

Jess Lahey's "The Addiction Inoculation" offers a comprehensive guide for parents and educators on preventing substance abuse in children. Drawing on personal experiences and extensive research, Lahey provides practical strategies and insights. The book blends memoir with scientific evidence, making complex information accessible and engaging. It explores the factors contributing to addiction, highlighting both controllable and uncontrollable elements. Ultimately, it empowers readers with tools to support young people's well-being and resilience.

Making Hope Happen

Create the Future You Want for Yourself and Others

Shane J. Lopez, Ph.D.

In 'Making Hope Happen', Shane J. Lopez provides strategies for building a high-hope mindset, emphasizing that hope is a choice, can be learned, and is contagious. The book shares uplifting stories of individuals who have transformed their lives and communities through hope, highlighting its role as a leading indicator of success in various aspects of life.

The gift of failure

How the Best Parents Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed

Jessica Lahey

In 'The Gift of Failure,' Jessica Lahey argues that modern parenting's overprotectiveness can hinder children's development by denying them the opportunity to learn from their mistakes. Lahey, drawing from her own parenting experience and years as an educator, provides practical advice on how parents can step back and allow their children to face failures and learn from them. The book covers topics such as handling homework, report cards, social dynamics, and sports, emphasizing the importance of autonomy-supportive parenting over controlling parenting. Lahey's approach is grounded in scientific research and personal anecdotes, offering a balanced and wise guide for parents, educators, and psychologists.

Quit Like a Woman

The Radical Choice to Not Drink in a Culture Obsessed with Alcohol

Holly Whitaker

In 'Quit Like a Woman,' Holly Whitaker presents a fresh and feminist perspective on sobriety. The book is part memoir, part self-help, and critiques the alcohol industry and traditional recovery programs like Alcoholics Anonymous. Whitaker argues that sobriety is a radical choice, especially for women, and proposes a holistic approach to recovery that includes mindfulness, self-love, and addressing the root causes of addiction. She also highlights the societal and cultural factors that contribute to women's drinking habits and advocates for a more inclusive and empowering recovery process.

The four tendencies

Gretchen Rubin

Gretchen Rubin's "The Four Tendencies" introduces a personality framework categorizing individuals into four tendencies: Upholders, Questioners, Obligers, and Rebels. Understanding these tendencies helps explain how people respond to inner and outer expectations, impacting their decision-making, habit formation, and relationships. The book provides self-assessment tools and practical advice for leveraging each tendency's strengths and navigating its challenges. It offers insights into personal productivity, communication, and conflict resolution. Ultimately, it promotes self-awareness and improved relationships.

Ryan talks to Jessica Lahey about her new book The Addiction Inoculation: Raising Healthy Kids in a Culture of Dependence, protecting your kids against addiction and finding the right information to guide them to success, teaching your kids about self-efficacy, and more.

Jessica Lahey is the New York Times bestselling author of The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed. She has written for The New York Times and The Atlantic and has taught middle and high school for over a decade.

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