Project Parenthood

726.Sometimes the things that you find difficult to do for your child are even harder to do for yourself. In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor talks about ways to help your child develop emotional regulation by working on your own, using self-compassion.

Project Parenthood is hosted by Dr. Nanika Coor.

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On a road trip, tackling a summer cleanup, or just catching up on podcasts? QDT has you covered with Summer Saturday encores from your favorite shows. See the full Summer Saturday lineup on Spotify and enjoy this episode, which first aired in November 2025.

When your ADHD child is struggling, do you worry they’re acting out on purpose? In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor unpacks the concept of executive function deficits in young people, and how shifting your perspective from "won't" to "can't" can help you respond to big emotions and challenging routines with more compassion and connection.

Related Project Parenthood Episodes:
Should you punish your ADHD child?
How to reduce parental stress with mindfulness
Brain Boosters: powering up your child's executive functioning

Dr. Coor’s Related Blog:
Crush Your Parenting Overwhelm: Better Communication With The People You Love
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694.Boundaries and limits are a regular topic in the world of parenting. Parents want to know when and how to use them—and how to stick to them. Many parents struggle with identifying, setting, and holding boundaries and limits with kids. It can be hard to know where to draw those proverbial lines in the sand. Dr. Nanika Coor offers suggestions for shoring up your limit-setting skills.

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In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor guides parents through a common and confusing challenge: when kids seem to reject emotional intimacy and vulnerability. Learn about the cultural and social factors that contribute to this "aversion to mushy feelings" and get a "toolkit" of five practical, compassionate strategies. Find out how to model healthy emotional expression, use language that externalizes feelings, and reframe vulnerability as a strength, helping your child build emotional resilience and deeper connections.

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759.Feeling disconnected from your child after a fight? You're not alone! In this episode, Dr. Nanika Coor explores why repairing those ruptures is key, tackles the hidden hurdles parents face, and offers a step-by-step guide to reconnect and build a stronger bond with your child.

Project Parenthood is hosted by Dr. Nanika Coor.

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