EPISODE · Oct 3, 2022 · 15 MIN
How to Effectively Counter Demotivation in Kids (and adults)
from Returning to Us · host Lauren Spigelmyer
Are the kids in your life demotivated? Is there a lack of enthusiasm in the tasks you give them? Today, Lauren discusses what causes demotivation and how to combat it. She talks about the causes of demotivation which can include poor nutrition, drugs, stress, biology, and thinking the task is irrelevant. She talks about tips and tricks to engage kids in their work and help them learn more effectively. Lauren answers this week’s listener question during the episode: How do I get my child to follow through on my requests to clean up after himself, tend to his studies, etc? Try-at-home tip: Get out into nature every single day. Other related resources from The Behavior Hub: Blog Post: Children's Emotions: How They Work and Behavior Strategies to TryThe First Step to Emotional RegulationPodcast:Grit, Growth and Mindset, and Intrinsic Motivation with Matthew DavidoffOur Online Courses: From Conflict to Calm: How to Communicate with Challenging ChildrenSelf-Care: Filling Up Your Own CupDo you have a question? I can answer it in a future episode!Email questions to [email protected] or send via text to 717-693-7744.Subscribe to our mailing list and find out more about the Emotional Brain.Check out our Facebook Group – Raising and Teaching Respectful Children The Behavior Hub websiteThe Behavior Hub blogAre you struggling with behaviors and not sure where to begin? Let me help! Schedule a free discovery call and let me be your Guide.
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Are the kids in your life demotivated? Is there a lack of enthusiasm in the tasks you give them? Today, Lauren discusses what causes demotivation and how to combat it. She talks about the causes of demotivation which can include poor nutrition, drugs, stress, biology, and thinking the task is irrelevant. She talks about tips and tricks to engage kids in their work and help them learn more effectively. Lauren answers this week’s listener question during the episode: How do I...
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