{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/651250ce5e38910011b174b8/6789cc729942fb008392b220?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"71: Tough Kids vs. Snowflakes: The Science of Raising Resilient Humans with Tim Curtis.","description":"<p>💪 Are some people just naturally more resilient? Or is resilience something we can actually build? And what if we’ve been thinking about stress and adversity <em>all wrong</em> when it comes to raising kids?</p><p><br></p><p>Today on the Emotionally Intelligent Parenting Podcast, I’m joined by Tim Curtis—former Aussie SAS Squadron Commander, resilience expert, and co-author of <em>The Resilience Shield</em>. Tim has spent years leading high-stakes military operations, consulting for the UN, and now helping people understand what <em>actually</em> makes us resilient.</p><p><br></p><p>And trust me, his insights will challenge everything you thought you knew. Sorry!</p><p><br></p><p>We speak about:</p><p><br></p><p>🛡 The science of resilience—how much is genetic, and how much can we change?</p><p>⚖️ Why kids actually <em>need</em> some stress and adversity to grow stronger</p><p>🚁 The downside of helicopter and bulldozer parenting</p><p>💡 The key factors that build resilience: mindset, social connections, and physical health</p><p><br></p><p>Also he’s given us all free access to his online resilience assessment you can take today!</p><p><br></p><p>Tim brings fascinating research, real-life stories, and game-changing insights on how to help both ourselves <em>and</em> our kids become more resilient.</p><p><br></p><p>If you want to raise strong, adaptable, and confident kids (<em>and build your own resilience while you’re at it</em>), this episode is a must-listen! 🎧✨</p><p><br></p><p>Find out more about Tim and his work at:</p><p>www.mettle.global</p><p>www.resilienceshield.com</p><p>www.linkedin.com/in/tim-curtis-64b8581</p><p><br></p><p>***</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Stephanie Pinto"}