In this episode, I speak to Dr. Michele Borba, the author of the new book Thrivers: The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine, and the book Unselfie: Why Empathetic Kids Succeed in Our All-About-Me World. Dr. Borba is an educational psychologist who blends 40 years of teaching and consulting experience with the latest science and someone with lots of wisdom to share how we can help our kids thrive. She is an award-winning author and parenting child expert recognized for her solution-based strategies to strengthen children’s character, resilience and reduce peer cruelty. Michele is a sought-after motivational speaker; she has spoken in 19 countries and served as a consultant to hundreds of schools and corporations.   

In this interview, Dr. Borba and I discuss: 

• The difference between striving and thriving
• How to develop self-control and self-confidence 
• Tools to cultivate empathy and compassion
• The keys to building resilient kids and much more

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Instagram: instagram.com/drmicheleborba/

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