Kids These Days need us to Make Words Matter for good

Partnered with my friends at Core Essential Values to cross-post this here. I just loved this conversation about a topic that is REALLY tough for even the best of us. Enjoy! www.makewordsmatterforgood.com

I am SO thankful that one of my supervisees is joining me today on the podcast. Her perspective, as a teen, is so helpful for this conversation about differentiating stress and anxiety. Give this brief episode a listen! And, as always, would love to hear from YOU if you have questions or ideas for the next episode! Thanks, friends! www.makewordsmatterforgood.com

This is the fourth of four episodes that I am calling "Is this normal?" On today's episode, we will explore the ins and outs of pickiness at the dinner table. This episode may have ideas that are different than you would think you'd hear from a psychologist! So buckle up! :)  If you have questions or other topics you'd like to hear on "Is this normal??" - feel fr...

This is the third of four episodes that I am calling "Is this normal?" On today's episode, I share thoughts and strategies about worry and anxiety. Tune in for specific things to SAY and NOT SAY when your kid is worrying. From littles to bigs, this episode should have some nuggets for you! :)  Also - feel free to email me if you have ideas for future episodes of "Is this normal...

This is the second of four episodes that I am calling "Is this normal?" On today's episode, I share thoughts about nightmares and night terrors. Specific things to say to comfort and things not to say in the middle of the night! Here is the link to the episode I mentioned with Kristen! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1032082/10007596 This is also a good resource about nightmares and nigh...

This is first of four episodes that I am calling "Is this normal?" On today's episode, I share thoughts about why children lie and how we can better approach lying behavior in our kiddos. Tune in next week for nightmares/sleep disturbances! Here is the article I referenced in the episode.  Why Kids Lie and What Parents Can Do to Stop It | Child Mind Institute Also - feel free to ema...

Check out this brief episode with a few tips on clarifying expectations around trick-or-treating. And have the best day, friends! Happy Halloween!! www.makewordsmatterforgood.com

Y'all. I have been WAITING for this episode to drop since I recorded it. I haven't been able to get this episode out of my mind. And I am continually STILL fighting to prioritize my own comfort. You will NOT want to miss SO.MUCH.GOOD. from this episode. We spend particular attention to our bodies and physical comfort - and how it impacts our overall mood (and day...and relationships!). H...

My friend and colleague, Lindsay Webster, joins us this week as we talk all things ADHD. What is it? How do I know? and what can I do about it? I'm grateful for this conversation for many reasons, but mostly because so many people need this information about this condition.  As always, thanks for tuning in folks!! Your support matters more than you know! Listen, comment, like and SHARE! Did y...

This episode is all about "right-sizing" your life. Who knew that was even a thing?!?  Nicole McNelis joins the podcast to share her process for moving through life in a way that honors who we are and what we want our life to be. Her three-step model - A.C.A. - is threaded with self-compassion and practical ways to implement this model in everyday interactions and decisions. This episode...

This is cross-posted with my other podcast, Things you learn in therapy , because it WAS SO GOOD. My dear friend, Dr. Paula, shares such powerful information that DEBUNKS mindfulness practices, as well as how to tolerate stress in new and meaningful ways. Take some time out today to listen to this episode and be ready to take notes! Her ideas are so powerful in tangible ways to change your everyda...

Neurodivergent kids and those with complex medical issues can add enormous challenges to parents. My guest this week, Danielle Peters, shares her expertise in helping parents to feel empowered and hopeful as they navigate the challenging days and nights with a child with special needs. I remember thinking it was such a gift for her to share these insights, because too often, we overlook these ever...

"Conflict is inevitable." WOWZA. Take a deep breath and realize that conflict WILL happen in your relationships. It's just about learning how to make conflict work well for you and your friend/partner/spouse. This episode, Rachel Elder, joins the podcast to shares some of the best advice on conflict that I have heard! You won't want to miss her three pieces of advice on getting...

Teachers are definitely burnt out. We knew this going into doing our research with teachers, but what they shared in our study really knocked our socks off. My friend and colleague, Dr. Josh Tolbert, joins the podcast to share results from our ongoing study on teacher and administrator burnout. Together, we share what teachers specifically told us about their level of burnout, and ways we can come...

Neither of us love that we needed to have this conversation, but we hope that this episode empowers powers to have these hard conversations. Listen as my guest, Jacque Tyrrell, shares tips on how to have these hard conversations, as well as answer the hard questions around school shootings. To learn more about Jacque, check out her website! Jacque Tyrrell, LMSW - Therapist in Bel Air, MD (qccounse...

My guest, the amazing perinatal specialist (and AUTHOR!) - Megan MacCutcheon, shares incredible information that is crucial to better pregnancies, childbirth and post-partum. It can be uncomfortable for all people - even confrontational - when we don't spend time talking about things that matter to both the pregnant woman (and her family members!).  Megan shares practical strategies for how t...

This episode was originally produced for the other podcast (Things You Learn in Therapy), but I am sharing it here because it was so good. My guest, Megan MacCutcheon, shares a WEALTH of knowledge about all things related to motherhood/fatherhood - especially during those pregnancy and right-after-birth times!  Heard of the "baby blues"? We explore that! Heard of other mental health issu...

It is becoming more and more challenging to sort through exactly how to share about the tragedies that happen around us. Whether your child is a toddler or a grown-up, listen as Dr. Beth shares practical steps for talking about school shootings in this brief episode.  Thanks for listening! Like, listen, share and comment! :) www.makewordsmatterforgood.com www.makewordsmatterforgood.com

Teen anxiety/worry can be really challenging to know how to manage. Should I use "tough love" or lean in? Should I be worried? Is this normal?  All of these questions are really common for parents whose teens have worry, fear, or anxiety. Listen to this episode as I share some ideas on how to manage hard moments with your teen! www.makewordsmatterforgood.com www.makewordsmatterforgood.co...

This episode, I share a few pieces of a book I recently read called The Good Among the Great: 19 traits of the most admirable, creative and joyous people  by Donald van de Mark - including pieces that I think we have forgotten (or continue to struggle with) as parents. For example, prioritizing your wants and talents within your schedule. Or how about allowing ourselves to daydream? Take a moment...

This is my FAVORITE tool to share with parents and caregivers to build connection quickly. It's simple and easy to implement with your kiddos - with the right intention!  Like, listen, and share. :) Check out more resources at www.makewordsmatterforgood.com www.makewordsmatterforgood.com

I have found my professional twin! A fellow psychologist who loves kids, loves parents, loves helping, and loves sharing small ways that can make a big difference with parents and kids. This conversation with Krysten Taprell, aka The Therapist Parent , was so exciting because it brings real-life therapy skills into the living room. Listen in as she shares her advice for sleep, dreams, and mindfuln...

This cross-listed episode with my other podcast Things You Learn in Therapy  is so powerful I just needed to share it to both podcasts! The grief of losing a loved one can be overwhelming. And to lose a child...unfathomably difficult. Though most of us haven't experienced such a tragic loss, we can learn from the many things that today's guest, Michelle Benyo, shares with us. Grab a box...

Listen in as I share some BIG NEWS!   www.makewordsmatterforgood.com www.makewordsmatterforgood.com

It's Christmas EVE!!!! WHATTTT?!?!?   I am so proud of you. Of us. For making it 25 days to a better Christmas morning. Today is about rest. Presence. Enjoyment. Love.  Stay safe, stay well, friends. Merry, merry Christmas and I will be back here after the new year! #25days25waystoabetterchristmas  #kidsthesedayspodcast #makewordsmatter #parenting www.makewordsmatterforgood.com