The Building Resilient Kids Podcast
Tim Curtis spent his first career in the elite SAS, but somehow, parenting remains his toughest mission yet. A self-confessed “average father” and not an expert in much related to kids, he’s on a quest to answer a question that parents, teachers, coaches, and pretty much every adult has asked him: ”How do we build resilience in kids?” From the bestselling co-author of The Resilience Shield and co-host of The Unforgiving60, this podcast dives into the science and stories behind resilience—minus the fluff. Tim brings in world-class experts, unpacks practical tools, and shares real-life insights to help the whole village (that’s you!) raise kids who can handle life’s curveballs. If you’ve ever wondered how to help your kids bounce back, stress less, and grow into kind, confident young adults—without the usual parenting clichés—this is the podcast for you. Buckle up, it’s time to Build Resilient Kids!
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4 days ago
Episode Sub Title: "Perfectionism, Parenting & Lollipops: Susannah Kindred’s Guide to Being Good Enough"
In this heartfelt and insightful conversation, host Tim Curtis welcomes Susannah Kindred, clinical psychologist, performance coach, and mum of three, to the Building Resilient Kids podcast. Together, they explore what it really looks like to juggle professional expertise and the raw realities of parenting — and how being a psychologist doesn’t mean you have all the answers at home!
Key themes and takeaways:
Susannah’s life as a clinical psychologist, mindset coach, and mum to a 6.5, 3.5, and 1.5-year-old — and why she describes parenting as “a dance” rather than perfect harmony.
The challenges of perfectionism in kids, and how to gently support children to try, fail, and build resilience (including a touching story of tennis, tears, and a well-timed lollipop).
Why “good enough parenting” beats striving for perfection — inspired by research on healthy attachment and resilience.
Susannah’s reflections on temperament, personality, and how to nurture resilience whether kids are introverted, extroverted, or somewhere in between.
The balancing act of rewards and motivation: when a lollipop is okay, and where to draw the line.
This episode is filled with practical, real-world insights on parenting with compassion, curiosity, and courage — without needing to wear a “psychology hat” at all times.
👉 Learn more about Susannah and her work at: kindredthriving.com
(Even) More About Susannah: Susannah Kindred is a performance and mindset coach, trained clinical psychologist, and founder of KINDRED Thriving. She helps leaders, professionals, parents, elite athletes, and performing artists develop the mental and emotional skills to navigate challenges and excel with courage, curiosity, and compassion.
In her private practice, she has supported countless adolescents and parents, and as a mum of three young kids, she’s passionate about equipping people with the tools to navigate life with resilience and purpose.
Resources:
Susannah's website: https://kindredthriving.com/
About Wise Mind on DBT: https://dbtselfhelp.com/wise-mind/
On 'Good Enough Parenting': D.W. Winnicott introduced the concept of "good enough parenting," suggesting that parents don't need to be perfect to raise healthy, well-adjusted children. Instead, they should aim to be "good enough," meaning they adequately meet their child's basic physical and emotional needs, providing a secure base for development while also allowing for age-appropriate independence and frustration tolerance.
6 days ago
6 days ago
In this introductory episode of the Building Resilient Kids podcast, host Tim Curtis shares the motivation behind launching the podcast and outlines what listeners can expect from the series. It will provide you the 'Who', 'What' and 'Why'.
Tim is a co-author of the bestselling book The Resilience Shield and author of Building Resilient Kids. He gives the context for his passion on resilience which was initially shaped by his military experiences; his being a resilience nerd.... and his accompanying deep interest in human growth and performance through adversity.
Key themes covered:
Why resilience matters for kids
The vital role of parents, carers, educators, coaches, and the wider community in fostering resilience
An introduction to the Resilience Shield model and its applicability to building resilient kids:
BRK POD- SERIES PREVIEW:
You will meet the experts behind Tim's interviews in the book Building Resilient Kids; discovering not only their professional insights but also find out a bit about them on a deeply personal level including their personal strategies (and even their “resilience superpowers”).
References:
www.resilienceshield.com
Buy the Book 'Building Resilient Kids': Click here