10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People by David Yeager | One Episode Special!

Today we’re doing something a little different: a one-episode special covering 10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People with David Yeager.This is not another conversation about “kids these days,” and it is not a parenting advice book built on control, pressure, or lowering standards. Instead, Dr. Yeager breaks down the science of why so many common approaches to motivating young people actually backfire, and what works instead.We cover the core ideas behind the book, including the adolescent predicament, the mentor mindset, and the hidden ways young people interpret respect and status. We also dive into the five major practices from the book: transparency, questioning, stress, purpose, and belonging, along with the real stories and research that bring them to life.Throughout the episode, we talk about what it actually looks like to motivate, guide, teach, parent, coach, and lead young people without falling into the trap of becoming either an enforcer or a protector. And more importantly, how to build environments where people feel challenged, respected, and capable of growth.Whether you are a parent, teacher, manager, mentor, student, or just someone trying to better understand the next generation, this conversation has a lot to offer.Enjoy!