One year ago, we finished writing our book, This Is So Awkward. The summer writing frenzy ended with giddy laughter and exhaustion. We pressed record literally five minutes after turning it in to be able to share, one day, what we learned about ourselves, each other and puberty in the process. A year later (and a month before publication) is that day!
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The Hidden Science of Teen Motivation
What makes kids tick? Even when they appear uninterested, defiant, or lazy, there’s usually much more lurking under the surface. To learn how to pull it out of them––and how to connect and communicate, too––we’re joined by Rosalind Wiseman, author of Queen Bees and Wannabes (insp ... Show More
1 h
Mar 3
How Kids Get Emotionally Intelligent
Emotional intelligence is often called EQ. Some might say it’s a soft skill, but in fact research shows it’s central to lifelong resilience and wellbeing. Building EQ takes years and years––adults are still working on it too!––but starting young, kids can develop self-awareness, ... Show More
45m 48s
Feb 24
Getting Real About Sex Ed with Shafia Zaloom
Sexuality education is proven to have positive impacts on kids’ lifelong wellbeing in all areas and yet, people assume it only covers S-E-X. In fact, as health educator Shafia Zaloom discusses on the podcast, this corner of education provides young people with a wide variety of l ... Show More
56m 10s
Feb 2021
56: If You Want Real Change, Ask Yourself This One Hard Question
When an episode of Straight Up comes with a disclaimer at the top, you know it's going to be good! This week we're going all in with a HARD QUESTION to ask yourself, and the ways you can activate the wisdom that comes after your answer. It's Rehab Time. Let's Get It. Are you part ... Show More
23m 52s
<p>Jake and Damian read an exclusive 'pit-stop' from our upcoming book 'High Performance: Lessons from the Best, on Becoming Your Best'.</p><br><p>.......</p><br><p>High Performance Live Podcast Tour 2022 - Sign up here - <a href="http://thehighperformancepodcast.com/signup" ... Show More
