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Improv Your Parenting

Improv Your Parenting

著者： Jeremy Strozer
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Have you ever wondered if you could improve your parenting?

When trying to interact with your kids, do you sometimes feel as if you and they are speaking different languages, want different things out of life, and simply don’t see eye to eye?

Chances are, you’re not alone.

It seems almost everyone who has been responsible for a child has asked “Is there a better way?”

We are all either using the tactics, tools and procedures our parents used with us or making things up on the go.

Neither of these approaches seems to be leading to a better world than the one we currently inhabit.

That’s where the lessons of improv may offer some opportunities.

Improv is built on listening, being in the moment, collaboration, and play. Imagine, if you can, how these elements may influence you parenting journey, and the emotional development of your kids.

I am not a parenting expert, but I am the dad of two neurodivergent kids, and am an improviser, thus I’m living the dream!

Join me on a journey of discovery as we talk with parents, improvisers, kids, adults who used to be kids, and parenting experts about how improv influenced their parenting, experience being parented, and what promise these lessons may grant to the future of humanity.

Let’s work together to learn how to Improv Your Parenting, and thus the world.

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  • The Gift of Play

    The Gift of Play
    2025/08/21

    Join us in this enlightening episode of 'Improv Your Parenting,' featuring Ted DesMaisons, an educator and facilitator known for integrating curiosity, compassion, and play into his teachings. Ted, who lectures at Stanford and leads global training in advanced applied improvisation, talks about how to infuse parenting with playfulness and mindfulness. Drawing from his extensive background, including degrees from Stanford and Harvard, Ted shares his journey into improv, stories of interacting with children, and insights on applying improvisation principles to build trust and connection within families. The episode also highlights Ted’s upcoming project in China aimed at helping parents and children bond through playful mindfulness in a high-pressure educational environment. Learn practical tips to bring more joy and play into your parenting and family life.


    00:00 Introduction to Ted DesMaisons

    01:03 Ted's Interaction with Kids and Improv

    01:58 Improv Stories and Personal Background

    03:40 Ted's Improv Journey

    05:44 Applying Improv in Teaching

    06:29 Philosophy and Improv in Parenting

    11:42 Building Trust Through Improv

    15:50 Improv with Adults and Future Plans

    18:51 Parallel Tracks for Parents and Kids

    19:34 The Magic of Inclusive Play

    20:12 Helping Adults Rediscover Play

    21:05 Building Trust Through Gradual Exercises

    22:42 Applying Playfulness at Home

    24:42 Celebrating Failure and Self-Compassion

    27:26 Mindfulness and Play for New Parents

    30:54 Final Thoughts and Resources

    For more information please visit: https://jeremystrozer.com/improv-your-parenting

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    33 分
  • Unleashing Creativity

    Unleashing Creativity
    2025/08/13

    Unleashing Creativity: Lisa Lynn's Guide to Using Improv with Kids


    In this episode of 'Improv Your Parenting,' we sit down with Lisa Lynn, an award-winning actor, improviser, and teacher based in London. Lisa shares her profound insights on turning everyday caregiving and teaching into playful, empowering experiences for children. Drawing from her extensive background in acting, teaching, and personal caregiving during the pandemic, Lisa discusses the importance of play, the power of improvisation, and the significance of giving children a sense of control and authority. Join us as Lisa delves into practical tips and heartwarming anecdotes that illustrate how play can be a transformative tool in both education and parenting. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or caregiver, this conversation is brimming with valuable lessons for fostering joy and empowerment in children's lives.


    00:00 Introduction to Improv Your Parenting

    00:06 Meet Lisa Lynn: Actor, Improviser, and Teacher

    00:39 Lisa's Co-Parenting Experience During the Pandemic

    01:21 Teaching and Interacting with Kids

    02:10 The Role of Play in Learning and Development

    03:39 Empowerment Through Play and Improvisation

    05:47 Personal Reflections on Parenting and Teaching

    12:52 Gender and Play: Observations and Insights

    14:53 Innovative Teaching Methods: The Child Soldiers Unit

    18:07 Building Empathy and Understanding Through Role Play

    24:22 Engaging with New Children: Approaches and Techniques

    25:15 The Power of a Calm Voice

    26:35 Engaging with Children Through Humor

    29:44 Creating Safe and Open Spaces

    34:16 Balancing Authority and Play

    41:24 Tips for New Caregivers

    44:16 Conclusion and Contact Information

    For more information please visit: https://jeremystrozer.com/improv-your-parenting

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    45 分
  • Accepting Grace

    Accepting Grace
    2025/08/06

    Accepting Grace: The Art of Playful Parenting with Burgert Kirsten


    In this episode of Improv Your Parenting, host Jeremy is joined by Burgert Kirsten to explore the intersection of improvisation and parenting. Burgert, a team coach and father of four, shares insights from his journey of integrating play, connection, and learning into both his professional and family life. Discover how his experiences in improvisation have shaped his approach to parenting, the importance of embracing adventure, and the value of intentional and open communication. Tune in to learn how to create a playful and joyful parenting experience while navigating life’s challenges with an improv mindset.


    00:00 Introduction to Improv Your Parenting

    00:05 Meet Burgert Kirsten: The Multi-Role Parent

    00:39 The Role of Kids and Improv in Life

    01:22 A Day in the Life of Burgert

    02:54 Discovering the Joy of Improv

    04:54 From Clowning to Improv Workshops

    06:27 Improv and Organizational Psychology

    12:09 Improv in Parenting and Family Life

    20:01 Balancing Safety and Adventure in Parenting

    24:59 The Importance of Play in Parenting

    27:57 The Power of Playful Creativity

    28:12 Letting Go of Control

    29:17 Financial Anxiety and Family Decisions

    30:10 A Story of Family Expansion

    32:47 The Unexpected Fourth Child

    39:16 Parenting Insights and Improv

    46:25 Embracing the Chaos of Parenting

    51:19 Final Thoughts and Resources

    For more information please visit: https://jeremystrozer.com/improv-your-parenting

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    52 分
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