Episode 390: Lee Trink: Are We Raising a Generation That Can’t Handle Real Life? Discover What’s Holding Them Back
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10/18/24 • 22 min
Are today’s kids being set up for success, or are we making them too "soft" to handle real challenges? In a world full of participation trophies, helicopter parenting, and an overprotective culture, the question arises: are we failing to prepare the next generation to face adversity?
In this episode, I sit down with Lee Trink to discuss whether today’s parenting methods are doing more harm than good. We dive into why resilience is critical for success and how kids might be missing out on crucial life skills. Are we over-sheltering them, and what can we do to fix it? You won’t want to miss this eye-opening conversation.
Lee Trink, former CEO of FaZe Clan, is a Gen Z expert and leader who has worked extensively with young talent, helping them succeed in high-pressure environments. With his experience, he brings valuable insights on how we can teach kids to be resilient in a world that's becoming increasingly soft.
We Also Discuss:
(00:01) - Generation Z Softness Concerns
(04:08) - The Softening of Future Generations
(13:46) - The Importance of Likability
(24:35) - Qualities of Likability in Individuals
(36:33) - The Power of Likability and Comedy
(41:16) - Missed Opportunities in Podcasting
Thank you to our sponsors:
- Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off
- TruNiagen: Head over to truniagen.com and use code HUSTLE20 to get $20 off any purchase over $100.
- Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout.
- BiOptimizers: Want to try Magnesium Breakthrough? Go to https://bioptimizers.com/jennifercohenand use promo code JC10 at checkout to save 10% off your purchase.
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- Air Doctor: Go to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code HUSTLE for up to $300 off and a 3-year warranty on air purifiers.
Find more from Lee Trink:
Website: fazeclan.com
Instagram: @leetrink
X: @leetrink
Instagram: @fazeclan
Find more from Jen:
Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/
Instagram: @therealjencohen
Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books
Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagements
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Are today’s kids being set up for success, or are we making them too "soft" to handle real challenges? In a world full of participation trophies, helicopter parenting, and an overprotective culture, the question arises: are we failing to prepare the next generation to face adversity?
In this episode, I sit down with Lee Trink to discuss whether today’s parenting methods are doing more harm than good. We dive into why resilience is critical for success and how kids might be missing out on crucial life skills. Are we over-sheltering them, and what can we do to fix it? You won’t want to miss this eye-opening conversation.
Lee Trink, former CEO of FaZe Clan, is a Gen Z expert and leader who has worked extensively with young talent, helping them succeed in high-pressure environments. With his experience, he brings valuable insights on how we can teach kids to be resilient in a world that's becoming increasingly soft.
We Also Discuss:
(00:01) - Generation Z Softness Concerns
(04:08) - The Softening of Future Generations
(13:46) - The Importance of Likability
(24:35) - Qualities of Likability in Individuals
(36:33) - The Power of Likability and Comedy
(41:16) - Missed Opportunities in Podcasting
Thank you to our sponsors:
- Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off
- TruNiagen: Head over to truniagen.com and use code HUSTLE20 to get $20 off any purchase over $100.
- Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout.
- BiOptimizers: Want to try Magnesium Breakthrough? Go to https://bioptimizers.com/jennifercohenand use promo code JC10 at checkout to save 10% off your purchase.
- Timeline Nutrition: Get 10% off your first order at timeline.com/cohen
- Air Doctor: Go to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code HUSTLE for up to $300 off and a 3-year warranty on air purifiers.
Find more from Lee Trink:
Website: fazeclan.com
Instagram: @leetrink
X: @leetrink
Instagram: @fazeclan
Find more from Jen:
Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/
Instagram: @therealjencohen
Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books
Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagements
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Previous Episode
Episode 389: Dr. Aliza Pressman: 5 Principles of Parenting for Resilient, Self-Regulated, and Competent Children
Did you know that building competence in children is more important than constantly praising them? In this episode on the Habits and Hustle podcast, Dr. Aliza Pressman, a renowned developmental psychologist, joins me to share valuable insights on raising resilient children.
We discuss allowing children to develop skills and become competent at tasks, even seemingly minor ones like making their bed to build their confidence and self-efficacy. We also dive into understanding different temperaments, building essential life skills, and maintaining a strong, connected relationship.
Dr. Aliza Pressman is a developmental psychologist with nearly two decades of experience working with families and the health care providers who care for them. She is the author of the New York Times bestselling book THE 5 PRINCIPLES OF PARENTING: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans, and the host of the award-winning podcast Raising Good Humans.
Aliza is the co-founding director of The Mount Sinai Parenting Center and is an assistant clinical professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital. She holds degrees from Dartmouth College, Teacher’s College, and Columbia University. Aliza is the mother of two teenagers.
What We Discuss:
(00:00) Interview With Dr. Elisa Pressman
(05:02) Building Resilience in Children
(19:56) Parenting Principles
(26:07) Parenting Temperament and Relationships
(40:29) Cultivating Competence in Children
(56:56) Navigating Emotions and Mental Health
(01:04:04) Developing Coping Skills in Children
(01:10:42) Teaching Self-Regulation and Empathy
(01:23:21) Connecting With Dr. Lisa Preston
...and more!
Thank you to our sponsors:
Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off
TruNiagen: Head over to truniagen.com and use code HUSTLE20 to get $20 off any purchase over $100.
Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout.
BiOptimizers: Want to try Magnesium Breakthrough? Go to https://bioptimizers.com/jennifercohenand use promo code JC10 at checkout to save 10% off your purchase.
Timeline Nutrition: Get 10% off your first order at timeline.com/cohen
Air Doctor: Go to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code HUSTLE for up to $300 off and a 3-year warranty on air purifiers.
Find more from Jen:
Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/
Instagram: @therealjencohen
Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books
Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagement
Find more from Dr. Aliza Pressman:
Website: https://draliza.com/ https://dralizapressman.substack.com/
Podcast: Raising Good Humans
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raisinggoodhumanspodcast/
Next Episode
Episode 391: Julia Hotz: Connection Cure, Social Prescribing, and Dating App Alternatives
Are you tired of swiping endlessly on dating apps with no real connection?
On this Habits and Hustle podcast episode, I talk with Julia Hotz, author of "The Connection Cure," to explore the concept of social prescribing - a holistic approach to health and wellbeing that focuses on meaningful activities and connections rather than just medications.
We discuss fascinating insights on how joining groups like birdwatching clubs or running meetups can be more effective for both your mental health and your love life than traditional dating apps. We also dive into practical tips on finding connection in unexpected places and breaking free from the cycle of online dating frustration.
Julia Hotz is a solutions-focused journalist and author of “The Connection Cure”—the first book chronicling the science, stories, and spread of social prescribing. She works at the Solutions Journalism Network, where she helps other journalists rigorously report on what’s working to solve today’s biggest problems. Before becoming a journalist, Julia worked as a teacher, bartender, pizza server, and summer camp “forest ranger”. She enjoys hiking up mountains, biking around New York, riling up dance floors, running around parks, budget traveling around the world, and building the ‘longest road’ around Catan.
What We Discuss:
(00:00) The Connection Cure
(05:16) Unlocking the Power of Social Prescribing
(15:03) The Power of Social Prescribing
(29:21) Healing Through Art and Storytelling
(33:34) Social Connections and Self-Prescription
(44:05) The Limitations of Online Dating
(49:47) Social Prescribing for Meaning and Joy
(01:02:47) Nature-Based Social Prescribing and Dating
...and more!
Thank you to our sponsors:
Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off
TruNiagen: Head over to truniagen.com and use code HUSTLE20 to get $20 off any purchase over $100.
Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout.
BiOptimizers: Want to try Magnesium Breakthrough? Go to https://bioptimizers.com/jennifercohenand use promo code JC10 at checkout to save 10% off your purchase.
Timeline Nutrition: Get 10% off your first order at timeline.com/cohen
Air Doctor: Go to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code HUSTLE for up to $300 off and a 3-year warranty on air purifiers.
Find more from Jen:
Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/
Instagram: @therealjencohen
Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books
Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagement
Find more from Julia Hotz:
Website: https://www.hotzthoughts.com/
Book: https://www.hotzthoughts.com/the-connection-cure
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hotzthoughts/
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