Reflective Parenting by Curious Neuron
Parenting shouldn’t be defined by stress, guilt, and self-doubt. Yet for 94% of parents, that’s what our days feel like. As a neuroscientist and mom of three, I know firsthand how easy it is to end the day overwhelmed, wishing you’d been calmer, more present, or more patient with your child. That’s why I created The Reflective Parenting Podcast—a place where we pause, reflect, and discover a new way forward.
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Parents don’t need more advice or another education-heavy podcast. What they truly need is a space to pause, reflect, and grow. Reflective parenting isn’t about being perfect—it’s about noticing what drives our reactions and choosing to show up with intention. This podcast is about building resilience, trust, and connection, and joining a movement to reimagine what parenting can feel like—for us, and for our kids.
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Reflective Parenting by Curious Neuron
How do we build resilience in our kids without being harsh or overprotective
Do you ever hear your child say things like, “I’m such a bad kid” or “I’ll never be good at this” and your heart sinks because you don’t know what to say?
You’re not alone. And this episode is about to change the way you respond.
Today, I’m sitting down with award-winning science journalist and author Melinda Wenner Moyer to talk about her latest book Hello, Cruel World, a toolkit for raising confident, resilient kids in today’s messy, complicated world.
Here’s the truth:
➡️ Your kids will struggle with self-doubt, negative self-talk, and tough emotions.
➡️ How you respond in those moments can either shut them down or help them build lifelong confidence.
➡️ And the secret isn’t telling them “Don’t say that” it’s something much more powerful (and doable).
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- The 3-step “recipe” for self-compassion (and how practicing it yourself teaches your kids to do the same).
- How to validate your child’s feelings without agreeing with their negative self-talk.
- The surprising research on resilience: why letting your kids sit with discomfort (instead of rescuing them every time) builds the skills they’ll need for life.
- Why helicopter parenting backfires — and how giving kids independence actually boosts confidence and self-esteem.
- The truth about alcohol and teens (and why letting them drink at home doesn’t protect them — it puts them at greater risk).
This conversation will give you the practical, science-backed strategies you need to:
✔️ Stop feeling helpless when your child is hard on themselves
✔️ Build their confidence in everyday moments
✔️ Feel more equipped to parent in a world that often feels overwhelming
This is one of those episodes you’ll want to save, re-listen to, and share with every parent you know.
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