Robert Henry Richards

Robert Henry Richards is a retired human performance trainer, Navy veteran, and passionate advocate for mindful parenting and personal growth. Drawing from his experiences in Navy Nuclear Power School—where he mastered systems thinking and resilience under pressure—Robert developed a practical approach to "connecting the dots" in everyday life, relationships, and family dynamics.

At 70, Robert shares the lessons learned while intentionally breaking generational patterns to raise his daughters, Hope and Hailey, with secure attachment, emotional resilience, and capable hearts. His debut book, Raising Capable Hearts: A Stage-by-Stage Guide to Building Resilience, Skills, and Connection from Newborn to School Age, offers warm, evidence-based guidance for parents who want to foster independence without coddling.

Robert is also the creator behind the YouTube channels @TheMentalResetRoom (mental health, neurodivergence, and psychology insights) and @SimpleHistoryWhoknew (fascinating "who knew" history stories). He continues to explore topics like emotional granularity, triggers, ethics, limerence, and systems thinking in his upcoming works, including the reflective guide Know Your Triggers: Random Notes from a Restless Mind and the Life's Little Lessons series.

A lifelong learner with French-Canadian roots, Robert lives in New York's Hudson Valley with his wife Lorraine and their energetic Jack Russell Terrier, Brody. When he's not writing or creating content, you'll find him on the water in Greenwood Lake, staying active, or reflecting on life's little lessons.