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Join us for a powerful LiveTalk Replay with Dr. William Stixrud, a renowned clinical neuropsychologist and co-author of the bestselling book The Self-Driven Child.
In this thought-provoking session, Dr. Stixrud explores how fostering a strong sense of autonomy in early childhood is essential to building mental resilience, motivation, and long-term well-being. Rooted in both neuroscience and experience, his insights beautifully align with the Montessori approach to child development.
This session covers:
The Science of Control: Why a sense of control is one of the most protective factors in a child’s mental health—and how to nurture it from the earliest years.
Montessori & Motivation: How the Montessori method naturally supports autonomy, internal motivation, and self-direction.
Parenting with Purpose: Practical strategies for guiding children respectfully without over-controlling, drawn from Dr. Stixrud’s latest book, Seven Principles for Raising a Self-Driven Child.
Connection Before Correction: Why strong parent-child relationships are the foundation for lasting confidence and cooperation.
For those outside our community, this replay offers a rare opportunity to hear from one of the leading voices in child psychology. To access this session and more expert-led content, join our club—a supportive space for parents and educators committed to raising capable, confident, and self-driven children through the Montessori lens.
1pm EDT
7pm CEST
William R. Stixrud, Ph.D. is a clinical neuropsychologist, founder of The Stixrud Group, and faculty at Children’s National Medical Center and GWU School of Medicine. He’s best known as the co-author of the bestselling book The Self-Driven Child, now translated into 20+ languages and with over 1 million copies sold. Dr. Stixrud has also co-authored What Do You Say? and an upcoming workbook, The Seven Principles for Raising a Self-Driven Child. His work has been featured by major media outlets including NPR, CNN, The New York Times, and Time. A longtime advocate for stress management, he also practices Transcendental Meditation and plays in a rock band.
Lucie Brixí Tamášová is first of all a mother of three (+two) children. She has made a significant impact through her NGO, Centrum Dialog, which provides education to underprivileged children in Kenya and Guinea. She is also the owner of Montessorihracky.cz, a shop specializing in Montessori materials and didactical toys. Lucie’s passion for empowering children extends beyond her NGO work; she is the founder of the Childhood Potential Conference and Montessori Parenting courses. As a fervent Montessori enthusiast, Lucie is committed to connecting people and ensuring the Montessori message reaches a global audience by bringing the best speakers to her events. Her work reflects a profound dedication to creating a brighter future for children across the globe.