Parents instinctively push their kids to succeed. Yet well-meaning parents can put soul-crushing pressure on kids, leading to under-performance and serious mental health problems instead of social, emotional, and academic success. So where are they going astray?  

According to Drs. Chris Thurber and Hank Weisinger, our guests for today, it all comes down to asking the right questions.  Instead of “How much pressure?”, you should be thinking “How do I apply pressure?”  and this is precisely the No Silly Question for today’s episode. 

More on Chris and Hank:
Hank Weisinger, Ph.D. is trained in clinical, counseling, and organizational psychology and is a two- time New York Times Bestselling author. He is a leading authority in the application of Emotional Intelligence, an expert in Anger management, the originator of the highly regarded techniques of Criticism Training, and a pioneer in the emerging new field, pressure management. He has authored books on all of these subjects, and is the author of the NY Times Bestseller, Performing Under Pressure: The Science Of Doing Your Best When It Matters Most. His latest book with our other wonderful guest today is “The Unlikely Art of Parent Pressure.”  Dr. Weisinger has consulted and conducted presentations for dozens of Fortune 500 Companies, collaborated with government agencies, and has been featured in newspapers and national magazines, as well as over 500 appearances on TV programs. 

Dr. Christopher Thurber is an award-winning writer and thought leader who has dedicated his professional life to improving how adults care for kids and to enhancing the experience of adventurous young people who are spending time away from home. A graduate of Harvard and UCLA, Dr. Thurber has served as a psychologist and instructor at Phillips Exeter Academy since 1999. His most recent book, The Unlikely Art of Parental Pressure: A Positive Approach to Pushing Your Child to be Their Best Self, was described by The Atlantic as “a tour de force” and “the rare parenting book that respects both parents and children.” Schools, camps, and forward-thinking organizations on five continents have invited Dr. Thurber to deliver keynotes, contribute articles, and lead workshops for all audiences. 

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