The Willpower Instinct + Becoming a Mother w/o Losing Yourself + Connected Fathers

Guest: Kelly McGonigal, author of The Willpower Instinct.
Topic: How self-control works, why it matters, and what you can do to get more of it.
Issues: Willpower is actually three powers: I will power, I won’t power, and I want power; willpower is not an unlimited resource. Too much self-control can actually be bad for your health; willpower is a biological function that can be controlled through mindfulness, better sleep, and even what we eat.


Guest 2: Amy Kovarick, author of Baby on Board.
Topic: Becoming a mother without losing yourself.
Issues: Learning to focus on yourself while preparing for baby’s arrival; the importance of asking questions, like “who do I want to be as a mother?” discovering what will bring balance and fulfillment as the new mom juggles career, family, friends, and her own needs and dreams.


Guest 3: Carl Pickhardt, author of The Connected Father.
Topic: Understanding your unique role and responsibilities during your child’s adolescence.
Issues:How fathers can learn to be better listeners; why fathers have trouble communicating and what to do about it; how to encourage independence while setting limits; how to talk to teens about drugs, sex, relationships, and more.

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