In this episode, TalkDoc, Meredith and Teighlor dive into the hilarious and insightful things kids say. From funny family anecdotes to holiday preparations, discover the lighter side of parenting and the developmental quirks of childhood speech.

Listen in as our hosts discuss the cognitive theories behind children's humor and the importance of embracing curiosity over social embarrassment. The episode underscores the importance of curiosity, honesty, and the joy found in innocent, childlike perspectives. Don't miss their entertaining holiday quiz and expert tips on navigating parenting challenges.

Music by epidemic sound.

SHOW NOTES:

Experts : Dr. Jean Piaget, Dr. Michael Gervais

Resources :

Children’s Humor Article:

https://us.sagepub.com/sites/default/files/upm-binaries/4884_ScarlettChapter5.pdf

Gervais article in Harvard Business Review:

https://hbr.org/2019/05/how-to-stop-worrying-about-what-other-people-think-of-you

Watch/Listen to Simon Sinek Podcast with Michael Gervais:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eWrpJ00IQWY

Michael Gervais Book on Mastery:

https://findingmastery.com/book/

Links : Family Survival Kit for the Holidays

#034: Family Survival Kit Part 1 - How to Manage Expectations

https://pod.link/afafwithtalkdoc/episode/8026ba30dfc35b46303b9c5cd9cfc24e

#035: Family Survival Kit Part 2 - How to Manage Family Rules and Traditions

https://pod.link/afafwithtalkdoc/episode/6d2622d6e1f0782093fbb85bb38ac801

#036: Family Survival Kit Part 3 - How to Skip Guilt Trips

https://pod.link/afafwithtalkdoc/episode/3b9ec74a701299cdcf662394b86d71fa

#037: Family Survival Kit Part 4 - How to Handle Bad Behavior

https://pod.link/afafwithtalkdoc/episode/d538f81fa48a0e67d27c18d61ec66d04

#038: Family Survival Kit Part 5 - How to Manage Differences with Family

https://pod.link/afafwithtalkdoc/episode/28ea4ed1fa69b3d210bfdb76ac415918

#039: Family Survival Kit Part 6 - Wise Words from 2021

https://pod.link/afafwithtalkdoc/episode/a4622dcca7ab2641d3fb91fb9f3aad54