Past 2010 Lectures

Mindset: Positive Skills for Powerful Kids. A conversation with Carol Dweck and Eric Liu.

 Spend an evening with two leading-edge learning experts as Dr. Carol Dweck and Eric Liu discuss Dweck’s groundbreaking book, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success. One of the leading researchers in the field of motivation, Dweck explains why being smart and talented doesn’t always add up to success. What is a “fixed” mindset, and why should you avoid it? Join us for a fascinating discussion and learn practical ways to encourage a “growth” mindset in your children.

Dr. Dweck is one of the world’s leading researchers in the field of motivation and a Professor at Stanford University. Her work has been featured in the New York Times, Time, the Washington Post and many more and she has appeared on NBC’s Today Show and ABC’s 20/20. For more information, click here.

Sexy Too Soon? Body Image, Media and Self-esteem
A ParentMap signature event - panel discussion, goody bags, food and more! 

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Popular culture bombards us – and our children – with sexy images, clothing, toys, Web sites, downloadable music and TV shows that, once upon a time, would have made any 13-year-old blush.  This panel will discuss the pressures that today’s girls feel regarding their body image, sexuality and social status.  What’s the new “normal” when it comes to makeup, minis, and tight, trendy, tees? What does “sexy” really mean these days? And where are the grown-ups while all this fast-tracking is going on?  For more information, click here.

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Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child

In this lively presentation, Dr. Gottman equips parents with a five-step “emotion coaching” process to help their children learn crucial skills. Emotionally intelligent children are more self-confident, physically healthier, do better in school and have healthier social relationships.  “Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child” helps parents enrich their bond with their child.

Dr. Gottman is a world-renowned, New York Times bestselling author who has published more than 40 books. He was recently voted one of the top ten therapists of our century and has appeared on "Oprah," "The Today Show" and the "CBS Evening News."

Dr. Gottman's lectures sell out! Don't get left out; order your ticket today. For more information, click here.

Co-sponsored by Lake Washington School District’s PTSA Council and The Little School

Kids, Emotions and Active Problem-Solving in Families

 Breathtaking … infuriating … exasperating and magnificent: The teenage years can make parents doubt themselves like nothing else. But new brain research is shedding light on the causes behind the chaos, and this evening with Dr. Kastner will give parents insights and tools for finding a better way to relate to their teen.

With humor, wisdom, and a deep understanding of teen brains and emotions, Dr. Kastner will show you how to stay clear-headed during some of the most common hot-button issues that arise during the teen years.

Laura Kastner, Ph.D. is a clinical associate professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of Washington and a nationally recognized expert on teen behavior and development.  She is co-author with Jennifer Wyatt of Getting to Calm: Cool-Headed Strategies for Parenting Tweens and Teens, The Seven-Year Stretch: How Families Work Together to Grow Through Adolescence and The Launching Years: Strategies for Parenting from Senior Year to College Life. For more information, click here.

Co-sponsored by The Bear Creek School

 Brain Rules for Parents

Using humor and captivating dialogue, Dr. John Medina explains the latest brain research and its profound implications for parenting. Discover 12 essential brain rules that foster health and happiness in children and parents. Dr. John J. Medina is a development molecular biologist and author.  His latest book, the New York Times bestseller, Brain Rules, 12 Principles for Surviving and Thriving at Work, Home, and School, offers game-changing insights about human biology parents need to know.  For more information, click here. Dr. John Medina Wednesday, March 24, 7:30 - 9 p.m. Pre-lecture patron reception from 6-7 pm Town Hall, Seattle A Kids Co. fundraising event, sponsored by ParentMap. Visit Kids Co. more information. Tickets $25 in advance/$30 at the door ($100 pre-lecture patron reception, includes lecture, wine, appetizers and book "Brain Rules")

Making Marriage Work

 Is your marriage sizzling or fizzling? Come learn how to take your marriage to the next level from Dr. Gottman’s 30 years of breakthrough research on marriage and parenting that have earned him numerous major awards. His lecture’s will be based on his research but also his New York Times bestseller The Seven Principles of Making Marriage Work and Why Marriages Succeed or Fail..and How You Can Make Yours Last.

Dr. Gottman is a world-renowned, New York Times bestselling author who has published more than 40 books. He was recently voted one of the top ten therapists of our century and has appeared on "Oprah," "The Today Show" and the "CBS Evening News."

Dr. Gottman's lectures sell out! Especially this one! Don't get left out; order your ticket today. For more information, click here.