This week, let's dive into Dr. Liz Angoff’s metaphor of “brains under construction” to help us understand our children's brains in a positive and realistic way.
Main Focus: Brains as Cities Under Construction
Dr. Liz describes all brains as cities with bustling highways and areas under construction. The key takeaway is to see the brain as constantly evolving rather than fixed. This understanding encourages a growth mindset, using language like, “I am working on this,” instead of, “I can’t do this.”
Explaining the Metaphor to Your Child
When explaining this metaphor to your child, you can say, "Your brain is like a city. Some parts are like highways where everything moves smoothly and quickly. Other parts are under construction, and that's okay. It means those areas are still developing and growing. How can I help you with those?"
Encouraging a Growth Mindset
The important takeaway for parents and children is that brains are not fixed. We need to identify language that reflects a growth mindset—using phrases like, "I am working on being more organised," rather than, "I'm bad at organisation." This helps children see their abilities as evolving and not set in stone.
Action Step:
Consider booking a coaching session with me if I can help explain your child's diagnosis to you and help you with the words to create your particular family narrative . Simply hit reply to enquire.
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