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If we spend time with others' stories and lived experiences, we can better understand the who, what, and why of them.  Dr. Kristen Donnelly is a TEDx speaker, international empathy educator, and researcher with two decades of experience in helping people understand the beauty in difference, and the power in inclusivity. She is one of The Good Doctors of Abbey Research, Chief Operations Officer of...

Dr. Russell’s passion is providing support to frustrated students and weary parents. Her work is fueled by her own experience of raising two complex children who are both neurologically atypical autism, mood disorders, ADHD, giftedness, and learning differences. Dr. Russell knows firsthand the exhaustion parents face as they day in and day out seek solutions for their out-of-the-box child.  Dr. Ru...

With each pregnancy, Shannon experienced different challenges and during her fourth and last one, she had a lot of anxiety. It was unexplained. She had a constant underlying anxiety regardless of the baby doing great and no big life circumstances. She talked with her husband, doctor and God and took medication for a short time for postpartum, which really helped. The day she came home from the hos...

After losing her husband to pancreatic cancer, Alison designed new ways to re-engage, reinvent, and rebuild. Her new book, “The Bad Widow Guide to Life After Loss: Moving Through Grief to Live and Love Again,”  supports people grieving and those who love them. Alison Pena, aka Bad Widow, is a  Grief Resilience Coach,  #1 Amazon bestselling Author and Speaker and Affluence Code® Consultant In this...

When we equip kids with the tools they need to develop positive peer relationships, we cause a ripple effect of prosocial behaviors resulting in not only more emotionally secure kids but stronger communities as well.   Diana is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and former Special Education teacher dedicated to helping kids develop the 21st century social skills that will lead them to happier, hea...

Shanti Hershenson is a teenager who advocates for anti-bullying, and you may find her at open mic-nights, performing her spoken word poem, Needles & Thorns, which is about the struggle of bullying in middle schools.  Shanti Hershenson’s first two novellas were published when she was in the sixth grade, although her writing journey started long before then. Ever since she could hold a pencil, marke...

A 2019 study of more than 6,500 12- to 15- year-olds in the U.S. found that those who spent more than three hours a day using social media might be at heightened risk for mental health problems. In this episode you will learn: At what age kids should have a social media account Which apps to stay away from that are not safe for kids and teens 5 Ways to protect your teen when it comes to social med...

There has never been a time in history when educators have felt such overwhelming levels of stress, burnout, and exhaustion. Still, we depend on teachers to be a positive guiding force in our children’s lives – often playing simultaneous roles as educator, parent, mental health counselor, and caring friend. For educators to fulfill these vital roles, it’s abundantly clear that they need to develop...

When you’re juggling a million things - work, kids, appointments, keeping up with the house, laundry, cooking, not to mention the people in your life and all of their needs—you end up exhausted, stressed and longing for calm or your next vacation. “The thing is, you have calm inside you, it just gets covered up with the thoughts, worry, and activity. And that’s good news because it means you can b...

Since losing her two-year-old son to cancer Laurie Singer has devoted her life to the field of mental health. Licensed Psychotherapist, Board-Certified Behavior Analyst and author of “You’re Not Crazy: Living with Anxiety, Obsessions and Fetishes” published in April 2021. What you will learn in this episode: How the pandemic impacted mental health in regards to family, friends and work Covid’s imp...

Calm your worries and build your bravery — or just relax during a busy day or wind down before bed with William Meyer’s picture book for kids, “Big Breath” and “Healing Breath” A Guided Meditation Through Nature for Kids”. In this episode you will learn: Why it’s important to teach kids mindfulness and meditation As a parent, where to start with your child The lesson in this pandemic How to start...

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month!   Karin is hosting a FREE live, virtual MENTAL HEALTH SUMMIT - Saturday, May 14th! Save The Date! (Seats are limited) Click Here To Register for the Free Mental Health Summit   Introduction by Dr. Karin Jakubowski Emotional Literacy for Better Mental Health Keynote Speaker: Dr. Shahan Alibhai 9:30 AM    Guided Meditation 10 AM - 10:30 AM Speaker: Will...

What if you found out your child searched online, “How to kill myself” - what would you do? Every parent MUST hear this interview. If you know a child, teen or young adult who tried to commit suicide listen to this interview. According to Baylor college of medicine, an article last November stated, “The pandemic uniquely impacted adolescents. Social isolation, constant uncertainty, stress, and fea...

Don’t you want your child to follow their dreams and seize all the opportunities that life has to offer? Try new things, explore the world, start a new business, fall in love, and become the best possible version of themselves? In order for that to happen, we need to set a good example for them and create an environment where they can thrive! The problem is - being bold isn’t always easy! Boldness...

Maya co-authored a book on mindfulness for teens with Dr. Ellen Langer, (Mother of Mindfulness) Harvard Professor of Psychology. “Mindfulness for Middle Schoolers” https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08SPFCSP8/   Maya Maymin lives in New York and has written and published three books and given two lectures on mindfulness, one at a Wolfram Language Summer Camp and another on Harvard Zoom for middle schooler...

In Richard Capriola’s new book, “The Addicted Child” (2020) - he explains substances being used by today's adolescents and the addictions which accompany teen substance abuse, like self-harm and eating disorders. Richard Capriola has been a mental health and addictions counselor for over two decades.  There are very few things more heart-wrenching for a family than having your child addicted to al...

He teaches kids and teens mental health tools, practices and gives advice that helped save his life. In 2013, he suffered a traumatic brain injury after a “hit and run” which put him in a coma. He survived and now he shares his story to inspire and help others struggling with mental health. He’s authored 4 books and produces 2 podcasts and 2 YouTube series. You will learn in this episode: What to...

What do you do when your teen doesn’t talk to you? Shahin Najak is a Certified Mindfulness Meditation Coach for parents, teachers and caregivers.   Her passion lies in supporting adults and children, particularly parents and teenagers, in bringing back the joy and connection, building better relationships using mindfulness skills proven to increase self-esteem and self-acceptance. In this episode...

Protect your precious energy so you are not drained and feeling exhausted.  Barbara Savin, has been practicing holistic modalities for over 35 years. She is a Certified Clinical & Medical Hypnotherapist, Reiki Master and Teacher, Energy Healing Specialist, Life Coach and bestselling author of Gentle Energy Touch, The Beginner's Guide to Hands-On Healing. Barbara recently launched her own podcast s...

Have you ever wondered whether you will get postpartum depression when you have your child? Or do you know someone who is struggling with possible or actual post-partum depression and you’re just not sure what to say or do?    Dr. Monk helps us with these explanations and answers.   Dr. Catherine Monk is a Professor in the department of OB/GYN and Psychiatry at Columbia University. Her research br...

After surviving a life-threatening car accident, Mark suffered for years due to the injuries and surgeries and found mindset strategies that helped him heal, conquer the obstacles and reach his goals. Mark is an expert on the topic of wellness. He is here to help us unleash our potential, overcome obstacles and reach our goals. And he’s here, right now to share with us how WE can become empowered...

Reduce stress, overcome anxiety and depression, improve the quality of your sleep and regulate your emotions with this new app, JabuMind for educators. Jill Manly is co-founder of JabuMind and a Certified iRest Teacher. She is also an award-winning author and illustrator of children’s books that have been translated and distributed in 5 continents as part of Social and Emotional Learning Curricula...

During times of stress, uncertainty, and chaos learn how to maintain a sense of peace and happiness. Sandee learned this firsthand when she lost her brother at an early age. Sandee Sgarlata is a Happiness Coach and author of her recently published book, “Happiness Solved.” Sandee was 12 years old and could not have been happier as she climbed the one hundred steps from the river dock to her house,...

Anna Zeccolo Coaching was established in 2021 amidst the pandemic to provide women an opportunity to gain greater clarity around their relationships with themselves and others. Anna is a worldwide Certified Neurolinguistic Programming Coach and Hypnotherapist. She practices Quantum Time Techniques and NLP processes and integrations with her clients.  https://www.annazcoaching.com/ Anna Zeccolo (Ze...

Living without stress is possible. Most of us are living mindlessly virtually all of the time, why that is and how do we change? Social psychologist and Harvard University professor, Ellen Langer, Ph. D. Dr. Langer is the author of 11 books including Mindfulness: The Power of Mindful Learning; On Becoming an Artist: Reinventing Yourself Through Mindful Creativity; and Counterclockwise: Mindful Hea...