Let Them Dream The Science Behind Kids’ Imagination & Superheroes
This with Krish Show by Krish Dhokia
Episode notes
Kids don’t just “play pretend” — they build worlds.
In this episode of THIS with Krish, we talk about why letting your kids have a superhero, an imagination, and even a little chaos is one of the most important things you can do for their development (and your sanity). I share real stories from our home — my son Liam, who’s never been much into toys but thrives outdoors, and my daughter Brynlee, whose living room toy kingdom could qualify as a FEMA zone. But behind the mess is something beautiful — a mind learning empathy, emotion, and creativity in real time.
We’ll also dive into some fascinating research on the psychology of pretend play:
🧠 Harvard University’s Center on the Developing Child — explains how imagination helps kids process emotions, build empathy, and develop executive function.
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