

707: Achieving Goals and Developing Grit: The Fundamentals of Growth for Ourselves and Our Children With Positive Psychologist CAROLINE MILLER
5 snips Dec 12, 2024
Caroline Miller, an expert in applied positive psychology and evidence-based goal setting, shares powerful insights on achieving goals and resilience. She critiques self-esteem parenting, advocating for real challenges to cultivate grit in children. The conversation highlights the importance of supportive communities, especially among women, to foster growth and success. They explore the revolutionary role of AI in goal-setting and the concept of 'amplanship' to uplift women's achievements. Practical strategies for overcoming obstacles and nurturing connections are emphasized throughout.
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Identifying True Supporters
- Gauge others' responses to your successes; true supporters show curiosity and enthusiasm.
- Dismiss those lacking such responses; their negativity can hinder your progress.
Self-Esteem Parenting Backfires
- Self-esteem parenting, which avoids stress and obstacles, has backfired.
- It created narcissists and sociopaths lacking resilience and grit.
Validating Children's Emotions
- Rachel Hollis's son felt sad because his crush didn't reciprocate his feelings.
- Instead of fixing it, she validated his emotions, teaching him resilience.