Raising Good Humans
As a parent, do you ever wish someone could just whisper some realistic and trustworthy support in your ear? And not make you feel awful for not having all the answers? Well, that’s what I’m here for.
I'm Dr. Aliza Pressman, developmental psychologist, parent educator, asst. clinical professor, and co-founder of both Mount Sinai Parenting Center and SeedlingsGroup. And I'm a mom... trying to raise two good humans myself, so I'm in this with you!
In each episode, we'll go deep (but brief) with both experts and parents to share the most effective approaches and tools and talk about the important bigger picture of raising good humans. My goal is to make your parenting journey less overwhelming and a lot more joyful!
Please join me every Friday for new episodes of Raising Good Humans.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 45 minutes
- Episodes
- 346
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
What to Do When Your Kid Says “I Hate Myself” and How to Build Self-Compassion With Renowned Harvard Psychiatrist Dr. Blaise Aguirre
In today’s episode I sit down with Dr. Blaise Aguirre, renowned Harvard psychiatrist to explore the roots of self-hatred and how it differs from everyday self-criticism. We unpack how early experienc…
01:00:46 |
Fri 25 Apr 2025
How to Prevent Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating w/ Dr. Tom Hildebrandt
In today’s episode I sit down with with Dr. Tom Hildebrandt, clinical psychologist and director at Mount Sinai’s Center for Excellence in Eating and Weight Disorders, to unpack the difference between…
01:03:09 |
Fri 18 Apr 2025
How to Help Kids (And Ourselves) Tame the Inner Voice and Clear the Chatter w/ Dr. Ethan Kross
I’m so excited to welcome back Dr. Ethan Kross, psychologist, neuroscientist, and author of Chatter, for a fascinating conversation about the inner voice we all live with—and how it can help or hurt …
00:45:57 |
Fri 11 Apr 2025
Your Brain on Art: Why Creativity Is Essential for Kids (And for You!)
How can doodling and daydreaming - when your child might otherwise be paying attention - be a good thing? How does art support our child's health? What skills do our kids acquire in art class that he…
00:46:35 |
Fri 04 Apr 2025
How to Raise Self-Driven Children with Dr. William Stixrud
In this week’s episode, I’m joined by clinical neuropsychologist Dr. William Stixrud, co-author of The Self-Driven Child and the brand new Seven Principles for Raising a Self-Driven Child workbook. W…
00:51:25 |
Fri 28 Mar 2025
The Secrets of Adulthood & How to Teach Them to Our Children w/ Gretchen Rubin
In today's episode I sit down with bestselling author Gretchen Rubin to talk about her new book, The Secrets of Adulthood: Simple Truths for Our Complex Lives. We dive into the power of short, impact…
00:44:56 |
Fri 21 Mar 2025
The Unambiguous Science of How to Use the Language of Emotion to Bolster Emotion Regulation with Professor Kristen Lindquist
How do children learn to understand and regulate the emotions? In this episode, I sit down with professor and psychologist Kristen Lindquist to explore how kids develop the ability to recognize, labe…
00:41:27 |
Fri 14 Mar 2025
10 Ways to Encourage Collaboration and Teamwork
In this solo episode, I’m diving into the different ways you can help your child develop collaboration and teamwork skills. I break down ten actionable strategies that encourage kids to work together…
00:35:34 |
Fri 07 Mar 2025
Validation: The Skill That Changes Everything with Dr. Caroline Fleck
In this episode we sit down with clinical psychologist Dr. Caroline Fleck to talk about the power of validation—what it really means, why it’s so important, and how we can use it to strengthen our re…
01:03:07 |
Fri 28 Feb 2025
The Foundations for Discipline
In this special episode, we feature a chapter of "The 5 Principles of Parenting," focusing on the foundational aspects of discipline. Tune in to learn the keys to discipline that respect both the chi…
00:35:36 |
Fri 21 Feb 2025
10 Ways to Encourage Adaptability and Flexibility
In this solo episode I discuss the different ways you can cultivate adaptability and flexibility in children. I break down ten actionable strategies for parents to encourage these skills, such as mod…
00:34:26 |
Fri 14 Feb 2025
Are Stay-at-Home Moms Giving Up? Are Working Moms Selfish? Let’s Talk w/ Neha Ruch
In today’s episode I am joined by Neha Ruch, author of The Power Pause: How to Plan a Career Break after Kids and Come Back Stronger Than Ever, to unpack the long-standing tension between stay-at-hom…
00:39:06 |
Fri 07 Feb 2025
Managing Your Emotions So They Don't Manage You w/ Ethan Kross
Emotions are a fundamental part of being human—but how do we help kids navigate them without rushing to fix or suppress their feelings? This week, we sit down with emotion regulation expert Ethan Kro…
01:00:23 |
Fri 31 Jan 2025
How to Show Up for Others When They Need You Most
In today’s joint episode with Kelly Corrigan, NYT bestselling author and host of the podcast Kelly Corrigan Wonders, we explore how we can best support loved ones during times of crisis, inspired by …
00:43:20 |
Fri 24 Jan 2025
The Disengagement Crisis: Why Kids Are Falling Out of Love With Learning—and How to Change That
In this episode award-winning journalist and author Jenny Anderson joins us to discuss the alarming disengagement crisis among today’s students. Together, we explore why so many kids are checking out…
00:54:58 |
Fri 17 Jan 2025
Understanding Suicide and Self-Injury: What Parents Need to Know
In this important episode, Harvard professor Dr. Matt Nock joins us to tackle the difficult yet crucial topic of suicide and self-harm. Drawing from decades of groundbreaking research, Dr. Nock share…
00:54:59 |
Fri 10 Jan 2025
Navigating Moral Differences: How to Help Guide Your Child’s Moral Compass without Moral Righteousness with Professor Kurt Gray
How do we teach our kids to hold strong to their values while respecting those who think differently? In this episode, Dr. Kurt Gray joins us to explore the delicate balance of instilling moral convi…
00:46:03 |
Fri 03 Jan 2025
John Legend on Fatherhood, Music, and Spreading Holiday Joy
Happy Holidays!In this episode, John Legend speaks about his experiences as a father of four, his involvement in his children's lives, and how parenthood inspired his new children's album, 'My Favori…
00:44:45 |
Fri 27 Dec 2024
Holiday Talks with Drew Barrymore: Is Santa Real, Creating Meaningful Traditions, and Tips on How to Cultivate Gratitude
Drew Barrymore thinks about the holidays, the pressure and the meaning. Also we are tackling some of the inevitable questions that come up during the holiday season, from making meaning, underplaying…
00:52:26 |
Fri 20 Dec 2024
To Medicate or Not to Medicate? Dr. Jaffe on ADHD & Anxiety: Finding the Right Path for Your Child
Join us in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Jaffe, a board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist at Mount Sinai Hospital. Dr. Jaffe discusses the complexities of diagnosing and treating AD…
00:49:36 |
Fri 13 Dec 2024
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