In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks with Melinda Wenner Moyer, journalist, contributing editor at Scientific American and author of Hello, Cruel World: Science-Based Strategies for Raising Terrific Kids in Terrifying Times, and mom of two.
The discussion explores how parents can raise emotionally strong, independent, and resilient children amid today’s most pressing challenges — from climate anxiety and social media stress to mental health and the pressures of adolescence.
Key Takeaways:
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Practical, science-backed parenting strategies
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How to nurture emotional resilience and independence
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Tips for fostering strong communication with your child
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Why facing challenges helps kids grow
The conversation offers insights to help parent with purpose and confidence in an uncertain world.
MELINDA WENNER MOYER
Award-winning Journalist
Contributing Editor, Scientific American magazine
Author
Mom of 2
“I think sometimes we’re given so much information as parents, and it can be hard to sift through and know what to pay attention to. And what I was finding were these really sort of broad stroke themes that can help build multiple skills in kids. And so that was really nice.”