This week bestselling author Gretchen Rubin joins us as she delves into her Four Tendencies personality framework. Discover how understanding your response to expectations can enhance your habits, relationships, and overall well-being. We dive into the four different tendencies, and explore the characteristics of each one. Once you have a sense of your tendency and your child’s, you can more easily strategize how to meet those expectations, and better connect. I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your c...
May 17, 2024•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 22
This week, social psychologist and author Jon Haidt joins us to discuss the challenges and solutions for parenting in a digital age. We explore the impact of technology on child development, discussing how to reclaim the joy and adventure of childhood from the clutches of smartphones and screens. Haidt shares practical advice on fostering resilience, encouraging free play, and building community to help children thrive in today’s tech-saturated world. I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of Th...
May 10, 2024•57 min•Season 4Ep. 21
Frank Bruni joins us in today’s episode to discuss the transformative power of humility in our everyday lives and interactions. We explore the escalation of grievances in society—how complaints that once sparked necessary change have morphed into persistent sources of division. Frank Bruni shares insights on the potential of humility to reshape our conversations, reduce cultural divides, and foster a healthier environment for ourselves and our children. Get your copy of The Age of Grievance: htt...
May 03, 2024•53 min•Season 4Ep. 20
Renowned adolescent mental health expert Dr. Lisa Damour helps us understand when to worry, when not to worry and what to do about it. In an era of oversimplifying mental health challenges, JV mental health information and confusion about too much or too little emphasis on mental health, this conversation is critical to calibrate and navigate the complex world of adolescent mental health. Dr. Lisa Damour's website: https://drlisadamour.com/ I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Prin...
Apr 26, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 4Ep. 19
Dr. Mary Claire Haver, board-certified OBGYN and menopause expert, joins us as we dive deep into the world of menopause and perimenopause. We explore the latest strategies and scientific insights that promise not just to help you manage but truly thrive during menopause. Dr. Mary Claire Haver shares her expert tips on hormonal balance, diet modifications, and lifestyle adjustments designed to enhance your health and well-being during this significant life transition. This episode is a must liste...
Apr 19, 2024•40 min•Season 4Ep. 18
In this special episode, we feature a chapter of "The 5 Principles of Parenting," focusing on the foundational aspects of discipline. Tune in to learn the keys to discipline that respect both the child’s feelings and the parent’s expectations, how to navigate discipline at different ages, and how to understand your child’s moral development stage. I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsL S...
Apr 12, 2024•40 min•Season 4Ep. 17
This episode originally aired in October 2021. Dr. Aliza sits down with Professor Peter Gray to discuss the healthiest approaches to play, and potential mistakes commonly made by well-meaning parents. I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsL Subscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: draliza.substack.com Follow me on Instagram for more: @raisinggoo...
Apr 05, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 16
In this eye-opening episode, Imran Ahmed, founder of the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) explores the grave impact of social media on children’s mental health. The conversation spans the dangers lurking on various platforms, and underscores the importance of shame-free dialogue between parents and their kids. As we navigate a world where digital interaction is unavoidable, Ahmed offers invaluable insights and actionable advice for safeguarding our children’s mental health in the digita...
Mar 29, 2024•39 min•Season 4Ep. 15
Join me in conversation with Caitlin Murray of @bigtimeadulting on the surprising ways in which we sometimes put too much emphasis on the feelings of our children - missing the forest for the trees. Sponsors: Caden Lane: For 20% off your order, head to CadenLane.com/HUMANS and use code HUMANS. Just Thrive: If you’re ready to take control and live your healthiest life yet, you can get 20% off your first 90-day bottle of Just Calm and Just Thrive Probiotic today–Visit justthrivehealth.com/discount...
Mar 22, 2024•52 min•Season 4Ep. 14
In this episode, Ellen Galinsky, author, educator, and researcher joins us to discuss the pressing challenges and anxieties facing parents and adolescents today. Delving into themes of Galinsky’s new book “The Breakthrough Years”, we explore adolescent mental health, the impact of social media, and the multitude of pressures teenagers have to grapple with. Listen to discover how to turn challenges into opportunities for growth and how to foster the development of executive function skills. Spons...
Mar 15, 2024•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 13
This episode originally aired in May 2022. Dr. Koraly Pérez-Edgar, a renowned developmental psychologist joins us to delve into the complex world of child temperament, exploring its influence on children's behavior and development. This episode offers valuable guidance on how to support your children's unique personalities, emphasizing the importance of understanding and embracing temperament in parenting. Join us for a deep dive into the role of temperament in shaping our children's futures, eq...
Mar 08, 2024•53 min•Season 4Ep. 12
In today’s episode we are joined by Martha Stewart in a conversation recorded at 92nd St Y. We discuss the complexities of modern parenting, why “perfect” parenting is actually harmful, and the best way to manage anger outbursts. Martha shares her perspectives as a grandparent, and the ways parenting has changed since she became a parent. Join us for a conversation that is filled with timeless wisdom and useful parenting insights. I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of ...
Mar 01, 2024•57 min•Season 4Ep. 11
*This is a sponsored episode* Today we are joined by Tina Anderson, who is the founder and CEO of Just Thrive Probiotics. We dive into the world of gut health, and Tina unpacks the critical importance of probiotics for overall health, the impact of gut health on mental and physical health, how probiotics actually work and more! Whether you're a probiotic newbie or a gut health enthusiast, join us for an insightful conversation on taking control of your health, from the gut onwards. Sponsor: For ...
Feb 26, 2024•23 min•Season 4Ep. 10
In this episode we sit down with Dr. Michael Rich, and delve into the complex relationship between children, screens, and the digital environment. Dr. Rich shares insights on the importance of developing critical skills for media use, strategies for managing and monitoring screen time, and the role of parents and educators in guiding children's digital experiences. Digital Wellness Lab: https://digitalwellnesslab.org/ I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Yo...
Feb 23, 2024•48 min•Season 4Ep. 9
This episode originally aired in April 2023. Tune in to this week’s episode with NYT best-selling author and host of Dear Therapist Lori Gottlieb, where we discuss how to become a better listener and better connect with our kids, how to distinguish between secrecy and privacy, and the difference between connection and codependence. I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsL Subscribe to my f...
Feb 16, 2024•47 min•Season 4Ep. 8
In this special episode, we feature Chapter 5 of "The 5 Principles of Parenting," focusing on the foundations of strong relationships and how to establish secure attachment. Tune in to demystify what attachment relationships really are and what their role is in shaping resilient, confident, and emotionally healthy children. Discover how attachment applies to your day-to-day life and learn that, even amidst disruptions, the dynamic nature of attachment ensures relationships can always be repaired...
Feb 09, 2024•38 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Adam Torson, award winning debate coach talks with Dr Aliza about raising rigorous critical thinkers and authentic moral citizens. National Speech and Debate Association: https://www.speechanddebate.org/ National Debate Coaches Association: https://www.debatecoaches.org/ Urban Debate League: https://urbandebate.org / I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans https://draliza.com/pre-order/ Subscribe to my free newslette...
Feb 02, 2024•46 min•Season 4Ep. 6
Discover the essentials of pediatric skincare with Dr. Sheilagh Maguiness, a leading pediatric dermatologist. From understanding common skin conditions in children to deciphering the best skincare practices for various age groups, Dr. Maguiness guides us through it all. We delve into when to establish a hygiene routine with your kids, the best forms of sun protection, what age to start using shampoo and conditioner and more! Visit Mustelausa.com and use code HUMANS at checkout for 15% off your f...
Jan 31, 2024•28 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Join us for a joint episode with Dr. Lisa Damour and Reena Ninan hosts of the podcast “Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting.” We delve into the five principles of parenting, and why there is no such thing as raising kids perfectly. We also tackle some burning parenting questions, offering valuable insights to help guide you on your parenting journey. I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Pre-order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans https://draliza.com/pr...
Jan 26, 2024•43 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Jennifer Garner joins us for an incredible conversation on the realities of parenting. From navigating the challenges to embracing the joys, we discuss my book “The 5 Principles of Parenting” and Jennifer shares her personal experiences and reflections on the art of raising children. We dive into family values, different methods of play, regulation, attachment, rules, the power of repair and more! I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Pre-order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guid...
Jan 19, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Join us for a profound conversation with Sharon Brous on finding joy amidst heartbreak, navigating grief, and the transformative journey of healing. We dive into grief rituals, how to hold joy and sorrow at the same time, and why we must embrace the power of community in our collective healing process. I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Pre-order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans https://draliza.com/pre-order/ Subscribe to my free newsletter for paren...
Jan 12, 2024•51 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Happy 2024! We are starting the year off with a joint episode with Kelly Corrigan, NYT bestselling author and host of the podcast Kelly Corrigan Wonders. We dive into three of the five principles from my book, The Five Principles of Parenting: Relationship, Reflection, and Repair. Kelly shares the different ways these three principles have influenced her parenting and gives us so many great additional nuggets of wisdom. This episode offers a blend of expert insights and relatable stories that wi...
Jan 05, 2024•51 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Today we’re switching it up! In this special episode New York Times bestselling author Dr. Tina Payne Bryson takes the interviewer’s seat to ask me the questions this time! We dive into my book “The Five Principles of Parenting”, and further into the five principles of parenting themselves. I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Pre-order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans https://draliza.com/pre-order/ Subscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips de...
Dec 22, 2023•47 min•Season 3Ep. 51
In this episode, we sit down with Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Vienna Pharaon to explore the roots of our inner wounds. She dives into the 5 different origin wounds we may have, and how to identify and begin to heal them. We also learn how these wounds affect us in adulthood, why we may struggle with unwanted patterns, and the reasons behind our reactivity. Tune in for an insightful exploration of our inner wounds and the path to a more resilient self. I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Pre-order ...
Dec 15, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 50
Join us in this insightful episode as we sit down with Susan Stiffelman, Marriage and Family therapist and licensed psychotherapist who has been working with families for over 30 years, to explore the best way to navigate parenting in front of others. Susan also shares practical tips on how to handle challenging parenting situations, especially those that might pop up during stressful holiday gatherings. I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Pre-order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essenti...
Dec 08, 2023•38 min•Season 3Ep. 49
This week, we sit down with Suneel Gupta, author of ‘EVERYDAY DHARMA: 8 Essential Practices for Finding Success and Joy in Everything You Do’, to discuss how to bolster emotional resilience in ourselves and in our children. We also dive into the key pillars of Dharma, and how to use them to cultivate inner success and help our children find their essence. I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Pre-order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans https://draliza.co...
Dec 01, 2023•51 min•Season 3Ep. 48
Join me for a solo episode this week, and a look into alleviating mealtime tension and how to deal with body image baggage. I give six helpful tips to make mealtime easier, and discuss the acronym BALANCE, which you can use to ease mealtime stress. I also discuss the three principles for kids to grow up with a positive body image, and the importance of doing the work to shift how we see our bodies and others. I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Pre-order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Es...
Nov 24, 2023•31 min•Season 3Ep. 47
This week, neuropsychologist Dr. Julia Digangi helps us break down the neuroscience behind emotions, beliefs, and change. Dr. Dignani shares her expertise on the real reason why humans seek change, the neuroscience of emotion, attunement, and how to integrate our thoughts and feelings so that our actions and beliefs are unified. I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Pre-order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans https://draliza.com/pre-order/ Subscribe to m...
Nov 17, 2023•47 min•Season 3Ep. 46
Join us for a compelling interview with renowned journalist and author, Jessica Yellin, as we delve into the art of discerning misinformation online. Yellin shares how to be a savvy consumer of news and social media and gives us a deeper understanding of the challenges posed by AI and misinformation, and the tools we need to make informed decisions in this age of information overload. https://newsnotnoisejessicayellin.substack.com/ Produced by Dear Media This episode may contain paid endorsement...
Nov 10, 2023•46 min•Season 3Ep. 45
In this insightful podcast episode, we sit down with renowned psychologist and mindfulness expert, Dr. Shauna Shapiro, to explore the transformative power of self-compassion in the realm of parenting. Dr. Shapiro shares her expertise on how mindfulness and self-compassion can help parents develop resilience, improve their relationships with their children, and create a more nurturing and supportive family environment. Drawing from her extensive research and personal experiences, she offers valua...
Nov 03, 2023•41 min•Season 3Ep. 44
