Episode 13 - The Running Leap - Dr. Betsy Blackard

The Running Leap When children step back from a challenge, it can look like fear, avoidance, or a lack of motivation. But what if they’re actually preparing themselves to succeed? Dr. Betsy Blackard explains “The Running Leap,” why children sometimes need to retreat before moving forward, and how giving them space to build confidence can help them make the leap on their own. SEE EPISODE SPECIAL GUEST — Dr. Betsy Blackard: Betsy is a developmental psychologist, parent educator, and expert in understanding how kids work. She has spent more than 20 years working with children and families as a preschool teacher, coach, trainer, and speaker. In her TEDx Talk, she introduces “The Running Leap,” a new way for parents to understand children’s motivation and recognize that stepping back from a challenge may actually be part of moving forward.