Raising Good Humans How to Help Kids (And Ourselves) Tame the Inner Voice and Clear the Chatter w/ Dr. Ethan Kross
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Apr 11, 2025 
Dr. Ethan Kross, a psychologist and neuroscientist, returns to discuss the powerful impact of our inner voice. He shares insights on how to help both kids and ourselves manage overwhelming chatter. The conversation dives into practical strategies for fostering resilience, including the importance of positive self-talk and the benefits of nature. Kross emphasizes the need for subtle support from parents while encouraging children to develop their own coping mechanisms, highlighting the balance between empathy and empowerment in emotional management.
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Inner Voice and Chatter
- The inner voice is a powerful tool for memorization, planning, motivation, and meaning-making.
- Chatter, its downside, arises when this inner voice gets stuck in negative thought loops.
Motivational Self-Talk
- Dr. Kross uses his inner voice during exercise to motivate himself with "filthy, dirty, expletive-filled" self-talk.
- He finds this surprisingly motivating, demonstrating the inner voice's role in self-control and motivation.
Invisible Support
- Instead of directly addressing a child's chatter, indirectly offer tools and insights.
- Initiate conversations about managing inner voices, allowing children to absorb helpful information without feeling targeted.
