Show Notes
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In Part 2 of our conversation with neuroscience educator Nathan Wallis, we dive deeper into neurodiversity, neuroplasticity, parenting teenagers and what it takes to change our own ingrained patterns as dads. Nathan discusses ADHD and autism as potential strengths, why changing behaviour requires more than simply deciding to change, and how our repeated responses gradually create new neural pathways. We also explore what dads can do when they feel they've damaged the relationship with their kids, particularly as they reach their teenage years. Nathan shares why listening, taking accountability and focusing on how our kids feel around us can be more powerful than trying to “fix” their behaviour. Nathan also introduces the “Mate Date”, a simple 10-minute weekly practice designed to create space for our kids to talk while we simply listen. In this episode: ADHD, autism and neurodiversity Neuroplasticity and changing our own patterns Repairing relationships with older kids Supporting teenagers through challenging behaviour The 10-minute “Mate Date” Why our kids don't need us to be perfect What Nathan has learned about fatherhood through becoming a grandfather
And we finish with a powerful reminder from Nathan: our past doesn't have to determine our future. We're incredibly resilient, our brains can change, and there's always hope.
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