The Curious Podcast with Scott Cody

In this episode, we dive into the biblical principle of "training up a child in the way they should go." As parents, it's crucial to understand the difference between promises and principles in Scripture. While this verse in Proverbs is not an unconditional promise, it provides valuable guidance on how to spiritually nurture our kids. 

• 0:00 - Introduction: Training Up a Child
• 2:15 - Principles vs. Promises in Scripture
• 4:30...

Main Idea: How parents can guide children toward discovering their purpose, focusing on aligning skills, interests, and service to others, grounded in a spiritual framework.

• 0:07–1:00 – Introduction: Overview of the topic – helping kids find their purpose beyond happiness. Reflects on cultural pressures and introduces the idea of "purpose as glorifying God."

• 1:00–3:45 – The Happiness Myth: Critique of happines...

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Chap Clark, discussing his insights on the book "Anxious Generation" and his unique philosophy on parenting in today's world. Dr. Clark shares a fourfold strategy for parents aiming to create an environment that fosters joy, critical thinking, expanded perspectives, and communal love.

Dr. Clark emphasizes the role of community and authentic relationships in helping the younger generation build resil...

In this episode of the Curious Podcast, we explore into the thought-provoking book "Anxious Generation" by Jonathan Haidt. Join me as I explore the rising anxiety levels in Generation Z and Generation Alpha, and discuss how parents can effectively navigate this challenging landscape. 

I explore Haidt's arguments about the dangers of overprotection in the real world and under-protection in the virtual world. I also discuss the impor...

I discuss the historical shifts in the age of puberty and its cognitive implications, the importance of early childhood attachment and free play, and the evolving needs of young people today. The episode also highlights the significant role of parents in shaping their children's values and behaviors, especially in a rapidly changing world filled with anxiety and technological advancements.

Lastly, we will uncover practical strategi...

In this episode, Scott dives into the evolution of parenting styles over the last few hundred years, highlighting the shift from authoritarian methods to more individualized approaches.

Scott explores various parenting styles, including attachment, gentle, helicopter, and authoritarian parenting. He discusses the importance of adapting parenting techniques to different life situations and emphasizes the need for values-based parent...