28. What can we learn from toddlers?

What is the main topic of this episode?

• Parenting tips
• What adults can learn from toddlers
• How to discipline toddlers
• Toddler nutrition

What age group is considered toddlers?

• 0–1 years
• 1–2 years
• 2–4 years
• 4–6 years

Why is this period sometimes called the 'terrible twos'?

• Toddlers grow too fast
• They throw tantrums when frustrated
• They don’t eat well
• They sleep too much

What does Dr. Hasan Merali say toddlers do out loud?

• Sing songs
• Shout at parents
• Encourage themselves
• Recite poems

What is 'self-talk'?

• Talking to your friends
• Encouraging messages to yourself
• Whispering in public
• Practicing conversation

How does self-talk change in adults?

• It becomes louder
• It becomes more encouraging
• It becomes more critical
• It stays the same

What strategy does Dr. Merali suggest to reduce negative self-talk?

• Stop talking to yourself
• Act like a toddler
• Speak in another language
• Talk to yourself like you would to a friend

What does 'being down on yourself' mean?

• Feeling tired
• Feeling self-critical and disappointed
• Being motivated
• Feeling angry at others

What is a 'negative cycle'?

• A period of bad weather
• A pattern of repeating critical thoughts
• A routine of exercise
• A decline in academic performance

Which statement was true in the episode quiz?

• Toddlers grow 3cm during sleep
• Toddlers are most active at this life stage
• Toddlers prefer round shapes
• Toddlers need 20 hours of sleep