Dec 03 2024 27 mins
In this episode, TalkDoc, Meredith and Teighlor dive into the hilarious and insightful things kids say. From funny family anecdotes to holiday preparations, discover the lighter side of parenting and the developmental quirks of childhood speech.
Listen in as our hosts discuss the cognitive theories behind children's humor and the importance of embracing curiosity over social embarrassment. The episode underscores the importance of curiosity, honesty, and the joy found in innocent, childlike perspectives. Don't miss their entertaining holiday quiz and expert tips on navigating parenting challenges.
Music by epidemic sound.
SHOW NOTES:
Experts : Dr. Jean Piaget, Dr. Michael Gervais
Resources :
Children’s Humor Article:
https://us.sagepub.com/sites/default/files/upm-binaries/4884_ScarlettChapter5.pdf
Gervais article in Harvard Business Review:
https://hbr.org/2019/05/how-to-stop-worrying-about-what-other-people-think-of-you
Watch/Listen to Simon Sinek Podcast with Michael Gervais:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eWrpJ00IQWY
Michael Gervais Book on Mastery:
https://findingmastery.com/book/
Links : Family Survival Kit for the Holidays
#034: Family Survival Kit Part 1 - How to Manage Expectations
https://pod.link/afafwithtalkdoc/episode/8026ba30dfc35b46303b9c5cd9cfc24e
#035: Family Survival Kit Part 2 - How to Manage Family Rules and Traditions
https://pod.link/afafwithtalkdoc/episode/6d2622d6e1f0782093fbb85bb38ac801
#036: Family Survival Kit Part 3 - How to Skip Guilt Trips
https://pod.link/afafwithtalkdoc/episode/3b9ec74a701299cdcf662394b86d71fa
#037: Family Survival Kit Part 4 - How to Handle Bad Behavior
https://pod.link/afafwithtalkdoc/episode/d538f81fa48a0e67d27c18d61ec66d04
#038: Family Survival Kit Part 5 - How to Manage Differences with Family
https://pod.link/afafwithtalkdoc/episode/28ea4ed1fa69b3d210bfdb76ac415918
#039: Family Survival Kit Part 6 - Wise Words from 2021
https://pod.link/afafwithtalkdoc/episode/a4622dcca7ab2641d3fb91fb9f3aad54