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Jessica Lahey on Self-Efficacy and Genetic Predisposition to Addiction

May 29, 2021

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Jessica Lahey discusses self-efficacy, addiction prevention, and raising resilient kids. She reflects on writing challenges and personal growth. The conversation delves into addiction, sobriety, and breaking harmful family cycles. Strategies for preventing substance abuse in children and the impact of peer influence are also explored.

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Quick takeaways

Empowering kids with refusal skills and self-efficacy to combat addiction risks.

Navigating the complex publishing world requires self-awareness and perseverance from authors.

Encouraging children to assert preferences and develop self-advocacy fosters resilience and well-being.

Deep dives

Parenting Wisdom and Reflections on Childhood Memories

Reflecting on the podcast, the episode emphasizes the importance of drawing upon history, philosophy, and psychology to improve parenting skills. It highlights the value of self-reflection as parents discuss their struggles, successes, and aspirations, promoting personal growth and enhancing their parenting approach. Additionally, childhood memories, like the joy of eating cereal, are used to evoke nostalgia and discuss healthier alternatives for children.

Intro

4min

Navigating Success and Challenges in Writing and Publishing

15min

Reflections on Projects and Self-Improvement with a Mention of Skillshare Sponsorship

2min

Navigating Addiction and Recovery

5min

Exploring Alcohol Addiction and Self-Awareness

4min

Choosing Sobriety Without Familial Influence

5min

Discussion on Breaking the Cycle of Silence and Familial Communication

3min

Parenting Strategies and Substance Use

13min

Exploring Thriving in Adversity and Post-Traumatic Growth

4min

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Preventing Substance Abuse in Children

13min

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Understanding Peer Influence and Substance Abuse Prevention

2min

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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