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Cathy and Todd share a letter from a listener whose son discovers himself through dance, and how this discovery leads to self-aware parenting. It’s an inspirational and emotional story about how to create a connected relationship with your child – you don’t want to miss it. Steve is the father in this story has a part-time photography business which can be found here. Cathy and Todd also discuss P...

Cathy and Todd discuss Episode 4 of the series We Are Man Enough where they process the #metoo movement, consent, why it’s important to listen to other people’s stories, and how men can support other men. Time Stamps 34:21 Paining or remodeling needs?  Check out Avid Co.  55:28 Team Zen Resources/Videos used on today’s show We Are Man Enough Building a culture of consent and resp...

Todd and Cathy discuss Brady Bunch, Serena Williams Wimbledon interview, how to deal with conflict, empathy, and finding out who you can count on for honest, yet compassionate feedback. Time Stamps 2:14 Silver Platters perform 3:39 Serena Williams from Wilmbeldon 6:36 Todd’s blog is criticized as sexist and racist 8:06 Barack Obama’s take on unhealthy masculinity. 15:08 Dylan Marron&#8...

Todd and Cathy discuss one of Toby’s quotes from This is Us , and explain why his wisdom could strengthen any relationship. They discuss how to love our inner child without letting it take control, and why there are always only two options, love or fear. They share wisdom from Richard Rohr and Gary Zukov and some humor from Friends . Time Stamps 2:42 This Is Us Clip 9:00 Todd’s birth family...

Todd and Cathy speak with Kara Valentine, co-Founder of Threads Worldwide, an organization that creates life-changing work for women around the world through the fair trade of artisan jewelry. Threads Worldwide was founded in 2011 to give back and weave together a community of women leaders and change-makers. Resources/Videos used on today’s show Threads Worldwide https://www.youtube.com/wat...

Cathy and Todd discuss a productive definition of hope based on insight from Parker Palmer and Howard Thurman . They discuss Hannah Gadsby’s Netflix Comedy Special and share why her bravery and willingness to speak up is leading the way. Time Stamps 7:49 Parker Palmer- The Growing Edge 23:06 Hannah Gadsby discussion 59:05  Paining or remodeling needs?  Check out Avid Co.  Resources/Videos used on...

Todd and Cathy talk with Jayson Gaddis & Ellen Boeder, partners and cofounders of The Relationship School . Jayson also hosts the Smart Couple Podcast , and Ellen is a therapist with a private practice. They discuss how couples grow and thrive, why men have a harder time focusing on personal growth, and why connection and self-understanding are the keys to an empowered life. Time Stamps 6:49 J...

Todd and Cathy talk with Patty Monahan, founder of Our Whole Village, a company that specializes in family vacations and adventures . They discuss why travel is so important at every age, why we should teach our children to be global citizens, and why travel creates confident parents and strong families. Resources/Videos used on today’s show https://ourwholevillage.com/ https://www.youtube.c...

Cathy and Todd talk with Debbie Reber, author of Differently Wired: Raising an Exceptional Child in a Conventional World . They discuss why this book is rally cry for all parents raising exceptional children, and why it benefits every parent to listen and understand differences. Debbie also shares 18 powerful “tilts” or paradigm shifts that can change how we see ourselves and our children. Resourc...

Todd and Cathy talk with Josh St. Pierre, a 42 year old full-time soccer coach who is need of a kidney. Josh explains why live liver and kidney donation is essential and how to figure out if you are a match with someone on the registry. He also shares his story, starting with being diagnosed with kidney failure at 30, and why he is willing to ask for help and speak up for every person needing orga...

Todd and Cathy discuss a recent emotional labor issue and why it created an important discussion about invisible work. They also discuss the deaths of Kate Spade and Anthony Bourdain, and discuss why allowing our darkness and discussing mental wellness is essential. They offer a recipe for fulfillment and share why we need to call women’s sports just “sports”. Time Stamps 2:50 Suicides of Kate Spa...

Cathy and Todd discuss Abby Wambach’s graduation speech at Barnard and why it made such an impact. They share wisdom from Franciscan friar Richard Rohr about why it’s so easy to remember the negative, but so difficult to absorb the positive. Time Stamps 1:53  “Wild World” | Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors 10:35 Abby Wambach’s commencement message to women: ‘We are the w...

Cathy and Todd talk with Karen Brody, author of Daring to Rest: Reclaim Your Power with Yoga Nidra Rest Meditation . They discuss why women feel so much pressure to be productive, and why we need to redefine what rest really means. They discuss the power of yoga nidra, why it makes such a difference physically, emotionally, and spiritually, and why intention is an essential part of the process. Ka...

Cathy and Todd discuss Dr. Robin Berman’s book, Permission to Parent , and also her interview on the goop podcast . They discuss how our brain grows on love, why group-think starts in childhood, and why continuing to seek the approval of your parents can be detrimental to your present-day relationships. Time Stamps 2:07 Maintaining connection with your child while holding your space 4:12 Serena Wi...

Cathy and Todd talk with International Best-Selling Author Charlie Donlea.  They talk about each of his three books including his latest and greatest “Don’t Believe It”   They also talk pop culture, Serial, The Making Of A Murderer, baseball, and Dungeons & Dragons.  Won’t want to miss this one!!!! Time Stamps Paining or remodeling needs?  Check out Avid Co.  Resources/...

Cathy and Todd discuss intersectionality , a way of describing how multiple threats of discrimination exist when an individual’s identities overlap with several minority classes — such as race, gender, age, ethnicity, health and other characteristics. They discuss why we need to recognize our differences and listen to each other so we can begin to view experiences through a broader and more inclus...

In this two-part interview, Todd and Cathy talk with Sara Knizhnik, Campaign Organizer at Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence, & Diane Lans-Kautz, Leader of the Moms Demand Action Chapter in Elmhurst. They discuss how Moms Demand Action started, how members are making a difference at the state and federal level, and why it’s a bipartisan group (that supports the 2nd amendment) that is no...

In this two-part interview, Todd and Cathy talk with Sara Knizhnik, Campaign Organizer at Illinois Council Against Handgun Violence, & Diane Lans-Kautz, Leader of the Moms Demand Action Chapter in Elmhurst. They discuss how Moms Demand Action started, how members are making a difference at the state and federal level, and why it’s a bipartisan group (that supports the 2nd amendment) that is no...

Todd and Cathy continue discussing Julie Lythcott-Haims’ book, How to Raise an Adult, specifically focusing on what our kids should know before they venture out on their own. They share a clip from Luvvie Ajayi’s TED Talk about the importance of speaking up, even when it’s uncomfortable, and why “keeping the peace” can keep us stuck in time. Todd shares a clip from a highly emotionally-intelligent...

Todd and Cathy discuss a practical checklist of what kids need before they go to college written by Julie Lythcott-Haims, author of How to Raise an Adult . The checklist offers intention and clarity, and recognizes that skills develop over time in a child-developmentally appropriate way. They also discuss why Todd wanted to play Cashflow for his birthday, and why financial awareness is necessary e...

Cathy and Todd discuss the Super Soul Podcast conversation between Amy Schumer and Oprah about her new movie, I Feel Pretty. They talk about trusting your intention, why emotional labor is vital to the health of the family, and why accepting yourself leads to real confidence and a deeper connection with others. Free Month of Team Zen- All you have to do is enter the coupon code “May” to receive th...

Todd and Cathy discuss the emotional challenges of American men and why this impacts every part of our society. Their guests, Frank Naugo and Shaun Emerson, discuss why men struggle with intimacy, vulnerability, and friendship, and why anger or numbness can become a default setting. They share clips from the Hidden Brain podcast titled How American Masculinity Creates Lonely Men , and discuss how...

Todd and Cathy discuss “moral outrage” and how to use it to create positive change. They explain how society tends to value a clean and concise way of thinking, but how thinking out of the box or seeing the bigger picture can lead to greater compassion and connection. They discuss how to support a child who doesn’t want to share, why spaghetti thinking is as important as waffle thinking, and why w...

Todd and Cathy welcome their friends John and Julie Duffy, hosts of the Better Podcast (formerly titled Undue Anxiety). They talk about Tony Robbins, the #MeToo movement, and why listening and respecting others is essential for real change. They discuss couplehood, family dynamics, and how we can live in joy but always leave room for the dark. Time Stamps 1:12 Introduction of the “Better&#82...

Cathy and Todd discuss how to recognize when we are showing up authentically rather than performing. They also discuss how to deal with a child who seems consistently disappointed, and why taking responsibility for our own behavior is key. Todd shares a clip about investing from Freakonomics , Cathy discusses the joy of Funko characters , and they offer some wisdom from Tommy Boy. Time Stamps :58...