Building Good Habits in Children

Let me guess… you spend ages nagging about teeth brushing?

You’re constantly running late?

Homework is a war?

And don’t even mention tidying rooms, am I right?

When I sat down to record this episode, I wanted to flip the whole conversation about children’s habits upside down, because none of the above actually shape who your child becomes as an adult.

In this episode, I walk you through what the research really shows. I explain why self‑control, distress tolerance, problem‑solving, emotional regulation, persistence and self‑advocacy matter far more than perfect mornings or tidy bedrooms, and why rescuing and over-helping is the worst thing we can do (in this particular instance, at least!)

Plus, I share five things you can start doing today to build the habits that matter. These are small shifts with huge long‑term impact, and they will help your child become a capable, resilient adult who can navigate life with confidence.

So take a seat, pour yourself a cuppa, and enjoy the conversation…

Highlights from this episode:

01:12 - IQ doesn’t tell you this

06:25 - Surviving, not thriving

10:19 - The habit of trying