Should We Let Kids Experience Adversity? — Dr. Ashley Poklar

This episode is brought to you by Brad's forthcoming book, Start With Values (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://startwithvalues.com/start-with-values-book/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠). To support this show, we'd love it if you could order your copy. If you do, please email [email protected], and we'll send you a thank-you gift. Connect with Brad here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://link.bradleyhook.com/brad⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. In this episode, Brad Hook speaks with Dr. Ashley Poklar, a psychologist with deep expertise in supporting at-risk youth. From her early work as a special education teacher to her current advocacy for children affected by exploitation and trauma, Ashley shares practical strategies for building resilience. The discussion covers the role of relationships in fostering a resilient mindset, why self-care must be preventative, and the shift from resilience to antifragility, where youth emerge stronger from adversity. Resources: Ashley Poklar LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-e-poklar-phd/⁠ Foundation Sentinel: ⁠www.foundationsentinel.org⁠ Ashley’s Consulting Services: ⁠www.apoklarponders.org⁠ Key Themes: Modeling resilience through adult behavior Creating safe environments for post-traumatic growth Encouraging resilience and antifragility in children Practical tips for managing tech and fostering healthy habits Dive in for insights on resilience, parenting, and supporting youth through life’s challenges.