Episode Description
I sat down with Dr. Josh Davis for this episode of the Mindful Movement to explore how communication, mindset, and behavior shape our relationships, parenting, and leadership. Josh is a neuroscientist trained at Columbia University, former Barnard faculty member, and certified NLP trainer with over two decades of experience in behavior change.
We break down Neurolinguistic Programming as a practical set of tools for understanding mental models, improving communication, and approaching behavior through curiosity and the idea that actions often carry a positive intention.
We also get into real-world applications, repairing relationships through open communication, how self-reflection drives growth, and how a parent’s mindset influences their interactions with their kids. Josh shares how these same principles apply to leadership and team dynamics, offering tools you can actually use to better understand yourself and others.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:45 What is NLP – Neurolinguistic Programming
03:11 Understanding Change and the Role of NLP
06:00 The Tools and Techniques of NLP
08:47 NLP in Parenting: Balancing Leadership and Playfulness
11:56 Mental Models and Their Impact on Parenting
14:56 Navigating Social Comparisons and Self-Worth
18:09 Control and Evaluation in Parenting and Life
35:06 The Art of Letting Go
38:44 Navigating Parental Intentions
41:20 How to Trust Your Kids in Parenting
44:29 Repairing Relationships with Kids
53:11 Positive Intentions Behind Actions
58:26 Understanding Communication and Worry
01:00:09 Repairing Relationships with Kids
01:04:46 Reflections on Family Dynamics
01:08:20 Applying NLP in Parenting and Business
01:12:40 The Interconnectedness of Personal and Professional Life
01:18:08 Curiosity and Communication in Relationships
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