In this episode, hosts Devishobha and Meghna discuss why motivating children the right way is a non-negotiable parenting skill.

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As adults, we have all struggled with having to stay firm in our boundaries, and we tend to unconsciously pass on such behaviours to our children. Listen to this episode as the hosts share anecdotes and personal experiences with motivating kids and how to use research to shape inner motivation.

Big Talk About Tiny Humans is India’s first research-based podcast for parenting and educators, hosted by Devishobha Chandramouli and Dr Meghna. Visit https://ivm.today/tinyhumans to learn more about the show.

In Episode 12, the hosts share common misconceptions around motivation with real-life, everyday examples.. The episode also brings to light the common ways in which parents easily slip into the red zone of shaming and criticising children- phrases so common that we don't even raise an eyebrow when we use them- but the detrimental effects on children can carry for life.

The hosts also share 5 key actionable strategies to set ourselves on the path to kindling the intrinsic motivation of children and start them on a path of self-discovery and resourcefulness. The mnemonic this week is: QUEST.

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