There hasn't been a day that's gone by during the pandemic when I haven't heard a parent question the impact the pandemic has had on their kids. What's at the heart of that concern is the desire to raise kids who are resilient. Kids who can stand up to life's challenges, pandemic or otherwise.

Today, we're talking to renown educational psychologist, Dr. Michele Borba, author of the book THRIVERS: The Surprising Reasons of Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine.

In this interview, we cover what thriving is and the 7 sets of TEACHABLE skills kids need in order to be THRIVERS. You won't want to miss it.

Michele Borba, Ed.D. is an educational psychologist, former teacher, and mom recognized for offering research-driven advice culled from a career of working with over one million parents and educators. A frequent Today show contributor and recipient of the National Educator Award, she is the author of 25 books including UnSelfie, and her latest, THRIVERS: The Surprising Reasons Why Some Kids Struggle and Others Shine. She also appears on Dr. Phil, The View, CNN, The Doctors, Dr. Oz, as well as  U.S. News & World Report, The Chicago Tribune, TIME, and The NYTimes.  

Learn more about Dr. Borba's book Thrivers here: https://www.amazon.com/Thrivers-Surprising-Reasons-Struggle-Others/dp/0593085272