Raising Good Humans

Ep 12: Escaping the self-esteem trap with Dr. Polly Young-Eisendrath

Oct 4, 2019
Dr. Polly Young-Eisendrath, a buddhist psychologist and Jungian psychoanalyst, discusses the pitfalls of over-praising children, the importance of failure, and finding the balance between support and autonomy in parenting. The podcast challenges the idea that constant control leads to success, emphasizing the value of allowing children to experience setbacks for growth.
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