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Raising Good Humans

Aliza Pressman
Parenting
Child Development
Mental Health
Resilience
Social Media
Parenting Techniques
Parenting Strategies
Anxiety
Emotional Regulation
Family Dynamics
Emotional Intelligence
Empathy
Adolescence
Self-Regulation
Emotion Regulation
Developmental Psychology
Mindfulness
Education
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Independent Play

As a parent, do you ever wish someone could just whisper some realistic and trustworthy support in your ear? And not make you feel awful for not having all the answers? Well, that's what I'm here for. I'm Dr. Aliza Pressman, developmental psychologist, NYT bestselling author of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans, Associate Clinical Professor, and Co-Found... more

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What if oversharing isn't the real problem — and the quieter habit of holding back is what's keeping us, and our kids, from the connection we're looking for?

Dr. Aliza Pressman sits down with Harvard Business School behavioral scientist and author P... more

What if anxiety isn't the enemy but the edge you've been missing?

Dr. Aliza Pressman sits down with clinical psychologist, professor, and author Dr. Tracy Dennis-Tiwary to challenge one of the most widespread misconceptions in modern parenting: that... more

In today’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Michaeleen Doucleff to unpack what dopamine actually is—and how understanding it can completely shift the way we approach screens, food, and motivation in our kids’ lives. We talk about why dopamine isn’t about... more

In today’s episode, brought to you by Skylight, I walk through how shifting from being the “family manager” to a team leader can dramatically reduce the invisible load so many of us carry. We talk about why predictability and visual structure are so ... more

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Michaeleen Doucleff
Biologist and author of Dopamine Kids
Episode: Dopamine Kids: A Science-Based Plan to Rewire Your Child's Brain and Take Back Your Family in the Age of Screens and Ultraprocessed Food w/ Dr. Michaeleen Doucleff
Alison Fragale
Business school professor and research psychologist
University/Business School (author of Likeable Badass)
Episode: Understanding Status: The Science Behind Respect and Influence (And What It Means for Parenting) w/ Professor Alison Fragale
Elisha Goldstein
Mindfulness teacher and psychologist
Author of Tiny Shifts; Mindfulness expert
Episode: Real Ways to Stay Regulated When Parenting Feels Overwhelming w/ Dr. Elisha Goldstein
Arthur Brooks
Professor and author focused on happiness and meaning
Harvard University, various writing projects
Episode: The Meaning of Your Life: Finding Purpose in an Age of Emptiness w/ Professor Arthur Brooks
Ann Masten
Professor of resilience and author of Ordinary Magic, Resilience and Development
University-based resilience research
Episode: Resilience: What It Really Means & The “Ordinary Magic” It Takes to Build It w/ Professor Ann Masten
Professor Kathryn Paige Harden
Professor in the Department of Psychology and author of the book 'Original Sin'
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: Behavioral Genetics 101: How Genes Shape Mental Health w/ Professor Kathryn Paige Harden
Professor Jay Belsky
Brilliant developmental psychologist and author of The Nature of Nurture
Episode: The Nature of Nurture with Professor Jay Belsky
Deepika Chopra
Known as the optimism doctor, she studies optimism and resilience.
Author of Real Optimism
Episode: The Power of Real Optimism: What It Actually Means (and How to Practice It) w/ Dr. Deepika Chopra
Jean Twenge
Professor of Psychology at San Diego State University and author of 10 Rules for Raising Kids in a High-Tech World
San Diego State University
Episode: The 7 Conversations to Have with Your Kid Before They Get a Device w/ Dr. Jean Twenge

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Dr. Aliza Pressman
Host of a parenting-focused show, Dr. Aliza Pressman is a developmental psychologist, parent educator, and co-founder of Mount Sinai Parenting Center and SeedlingsGroup. She shares expert insights and brings in a variety of guests to discuss parenting strategies.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 3.1k ratings
  • It’s just…. Not well made

    Some of the content is valuable, but I can’t get past the delivery. She sounds like she’s reading and unsure of herself. The ads in her voice are even worse. Introducing some professionalism into the production would help a lot. It leaves me feeling like she doesn’t really know what she’s talking about.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    pharen_art
    United States19 days ago
  • So many sponsor breaks

    I want to listen to this content but I have never heard a podcast with sponsor breaks so frequent, every few minutes. At this rate I will just find the info somewhere else.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    beemocat
    United Statesa month ago
  • Good but too many ads

    This podcast provides a lot of good information but I feel like I’m skipping an ad every few minutes. I understand you need to make money for your work but maybe frontload them or just do one big ad break in the middle to improve the listener experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Aleushawarner
    Canada2 months ago
  • Life Changing

    I was first introduced to Dr. Aliza Pressman on the Mel Robbins podcast. After listening to her five R approach to parenting, I immediately shared that impactful episode, followed her on Instagram and have since become a frequent listener to her podcast. I have three children, ages 13,11 and 9, and have struggled my parenting throughout the years. Dr. Pressman has changed the way I approach my parenting, my relationships, myself. All I can say is, “thank you.”

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KatieAllentown
    United States3 months ago
  • My go to parenting advice

    Where to start. I have two wonderful children close in age, Harry 5 and Ava 4. They didn’t come with a manual! So I bought Dr. Aliza Pressman’s book (I think after Jennifer Garner recommended it- my other superwoman hero). It has sat on my bedside table ever since and I regularly impart extracts from it to anyone that will listen. In the last year I have leaned heavily on the podcast as we are traversing my son’s ADHD diagnosis with care and attention and I have valued so much the chance to take... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jamie future
    United Kingdom3 months ago

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The advice given is praised for being research-oriented and actionable, though some practical complexities are recognized.
Complaints often revolve around excessive advertisement interruptions impacting the flow of episodes.
Overall, the podcast is viewed as a valuable resource for parents looking for support and guidance during their parenting journeys.
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Listeners find the content insightful for navigating various parenting challenges, especially regarding mental health and child development.

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Dopamine Kids: A Science-Based Plan to Rewire Your Child's Brain and Take Back Your Family in the Age of Screens and Ultraprocessed Food w/ Dr. Michaeleen Doucleff
Q: What are the early signs that a substance or activity is giving a dopamine hit, and how should parents respond?
Look for an inability to stop the activity, followed by post-activity fatigue or irritability. Instead of using willpower, shape the environment by removing tempting items and offering engaging alternatives that the child finds genuinely interesting, gradually building new, healthier routines.
Dopamine Kids: A Science-Based Plan to Rewire Your Child's Brain and Take Back Your Family in the Age of Screens and Ultraprocessed Food w/ Dr. Michaeleen Doucleff
Q: Michaeleen, tell us what dopamine actually is and what it does and what we might mistake it for.
Dopamine is not just pleasure; it's the brain's motor for wanting, craving, and motivation. It drives us toward experiences that feel rewarding, but that reward is separate from the actual pleasure that follows, which can be diminished if the activity is overused. The key is redirecting that motivation to healthier, longer-lasting rewards and creating environments that reduce the need for constant seeking.
Resilience: What It Really Means & The “Ordinary Magic” It Takes to Build It w/ Professor Ann Masten
Q: Can you explain Ordinary Magic and how everyday supports contribute to positive outcomes for kids?
Ordinary magic is about recognizing that everyday resources—caring adults, strong relationships, routines, cultural practices, and access to education—collectively create resilience. It shows that extraordinary outcomes often come from common, reliable supports rather than rare events.
Resilience: What It Really Means & The “Ordinary Magic” It Takes to Build It w/ Professor Ann Masten
Q: What is your working definition of resilience and why did you choose to frame it as a system-level capacity?
Resilience is the capacity of a system to adapt successfully to challenges that could harm or destroy it. This broader view allows cross-disciplinary understanding and emphasizes that a child is connected to families, schools, health systems, and communities, all of which contribute to thriving despite adversity.
The Meaning of Your Life: Finding Purpose in an Age of Emptiness w/ Professor Arthur Brooks
Q: How do we think honestly about limits without it being just a willpower issue in a world hijacked by technology?
Discipline is built through habits and routines; start with small, repeatable actions like a 42-day workout routine and a strict routine to limit screen time—use real alarms, walk after waking, and avoid blue screens at night.

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1. Michaeleen Doucleff
2. Alison Fragale
3. Elisha Goldstein
4. Arthur Brooks
5. Ann Masten
6. Professor Kathryn Paige Harden
7. Professor Jay Belsky
8. Deepika Chopra

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