Podcast appearances and mentions of Amy Lang

In this episode, hosts Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek welcome Amy Lang. Amy is a sex educator who works with kids with learning and thinking differences. She is also the founder of birdsandbeesandkids.com. She helps the hosts tackle a tricky but essential topic: talking to kids with ADHD about sex. Here are just a few of the topics Amy talks about:Ways to talk about — and not talk about — body parts.Helping kids understand how to navigate these topics both inside and outside the home.Why these conversations are so important.Listen for tips on how you can make these talks comfortable and effective. It's a thoughtful, honest conversation that will help parents, caregivers, or anyone wondering how to support kids as they learn about sex.Related resources8 ways to help teens with ADHD avoid dating trouble spotsADHD and sexSex, intimacy, and ADHDBirds + Bees + KidsTimestamps(1:39) When your child starts the conversation (7:00) The importance of social cues(9:21) Kids being well-informed(11:28) What age to start talking about sex with your kid(14:00) Using the real names of body parts(17:04) Talking to kids at different ages(20:00) Potential challengesFor a transcript of this episode and more resources, visit the episode page on Understood.org.We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at init@understood.org. Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give

Is Alzheimer's disease just something we have to wait and worry about as we age? Amy Lang doesn't think so.In this episode of The Optimal Aging Podcast, Jay Croft talks with Amy Lang, a brain health coach and former gym owner whose personal experience with Alzheimer's — both her mother and grandmother were diagnosed — set her on a mission to educate others.Amy shares how lifestyle factors like exercise, nutrition, stress, sleep, and social connection can dramatically reduce the risk of cognitive decline. If you're a fitness or wellness professional serving clients over 50, you'll hear why this is a conversation you need to be having — and how you can help lead the way.This is a hopeful, empowering episode packed with real-life insight and practical takeaways. Connect with Amy Lang:Website: https://www.moxie-club.com/protectInstagram: @habitwhispererFacebook: Amy Lang Coaching

Send us a textWhat do you do when life feels uncertain, your faith is tested, and the answers just haven't come yet? In this heartfelt episode, Pastor Gabe sits down with Greg and Amy Lang to explore what it looks like to stay faithful through unemployment, financial hardship, and the emotional toll of a long season of waiting.Discover:How Greg and Amy have held onto hope during over two years of underemploymentThe emotional and spiritual challenges men face when identity is tied to workThe power of community, vulnerability, and showing up faithfully even in hard timesEncouragement for marriages under stress and how to grow closer in the stormHow faith, giving, and persistence opened unexpected doors

Send us a textIn this episode Amy really pushed me out of my comfort zone and talked about topics I'm not used to talking about publicly! I'm so grateful for her and what she's doing because we ALL need to be talking about this and encouraging the youth to be comfortable talking about it too! Amy is an advocate and teaches parents how to have sexuality and relationship conversions with their children! Amy's BioA sexual health educator for over 27 years, Amy combined her expertise in adult education and sexual health and started Birds & Bees & Kids in 2006. Through her classes, books, and online solutions center she has helped thousands of parents learn how to talk with their kids about sexuality and relationships. With a certificate in neurodiversity and sexuality, she offers specialized programs designed to support parents and caregivers of neurodivergent children.Connect with AmyFacebookInstagramYouTubeWebsiteGet birds and bees talk tips specifically designed for neurodivergent kiddos! Sign up HERE.Stay in the loop with the new Different Ability® product I'll be launching!Sign Up Here!Shop new products here!Places you can reach me at:Website:https://kateyfortun.com/https://kateyfortun.com/podcastInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/kateyfortun/https://www.instagram.com/differentabilitypodcast/

In this episode, I sat down with Amy Lang, a longtime sex ed and parent educator, to talk about one of the most awkward—and most essential—topics parents face: talking to our kids about sex. Amy shared her own moment of panic when her five-year-old asked a completely innocent question, and how that moment shaped her entire approach to sex education for neurodivergent kids. We covered everything from using correct anatomical terms with toddlers to setting the stage for healthy, safe, and open conversations about consent, boundaries, relationships, and identity. If you've ever wondered when (and how!) to start talking to your child about sex, this episode is for you.   To find out more about Amy, visit her website at BirdsandBeesandKids.com. About your host, Gabriele Nicolet Join Gabriele Nicolet, podcast host, parenting life coach and speech therapist, weekly for practical strategies and tips on raising complicated kids. Learn how to go from surviving to thriving and create a family culture in which every family member can feel valued, seen and heard. With a practical, relationship-based, family-friendly approach, Gabriele provides tools and insights parents need to create a more balanced and fun family life.If you've been listening and wondering what next steps to take to help your child, I am here for you. Maybe you're wondering whether your kiddo needs a speech and language evaluation, or occupational therapy, or some behavioral intervention to deal with picky eating, anger, meltdowns, hitting and biting. With over 20 years of experience, my knowledge of child development and the available options goes deep. Maybe you just want some practical tips on how to get through the day and feel like a better parent. We can unpack that too. Sound good? Learn more at www.gabrielenicolet.com. Complicated Kids Resources and Links:

This episode is for every woman who has watched a loved one battle Alzheimer's and wondered, "Is there anything I can do to prevent this?" The answer is yes.In part three of our four-part series on Alzheimer's prevention, we explore the latest pharmaceutical breakthroughs, the three-phase model of Alzheimer's progression, and why early intervention is everything.Tune in to discover what treatments are available, what's in the research pipeline, and how to evaluate options for yourself or a loved one.What to Listen For:[02:00] – The difference between treating Alzheimer's symptoms vs. modifying the disease itself[04:30] – The 3-phase model of Alzheimer's progression and why it matters for treatment[07:00] – The crucial difference between early-onset and late-onset Alzheimer's[10:45] – Dr. Rudy Tanzi's “sink metaphor” for how Alzheimer's develops in the brain[13:00] – The first-ever fully FDA-approved drugs to slow cognitive decline[15:30] – Who qualifies for these new Alzheimer's drugs—and who doesn't[17:00] – The serious risks and side effects of monoclonal antibody treatments[20:15] – Why these drugs only work in the early stages of Alzheimer's[22:00] – The staggering cost of new treatments and what insurance may (or may not) cover[25:00] – The future of Alzheimer's treatment: What's in the research pipeline right nowEarly is everything. This episode has covered the latest in Alzheimer's treatments, but the most important takeaway is that early intervention gives you the most options. Whether through lifestyle changes, early screenings, or new pharmaceutical breakthroughs, there are steps you can take today to protect your brain health.If this episode resonated with you, be sure to subscribe to Happy and Healthy with Amy Lang, and check out the links below for more resources!From The EpisodeEpisode 274: The Latest Alzheimer's Treatments (2025 Update)RESOURCES: Book a FREE Discovery Call with Amy Lang Order Amy's book Thoughts Are Habits Too: Master Your Triggers, Free Yourself From Diet Culture, and Rediscover Joyful Eating. Follow Amy on Instagram @habitwhisperer

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.In this profound and engaging episode of the Make Time for Success podcast, host Dr. Christine Li welcomes back her friend and colleague, Amy Lang, a certified master health coach, author, and brain health licensed trainer. Amy shares her expertise in optimizing brain health, especially for women experiencing menopause. Throughout the episode, she provides empowering insights and practical strategies for boosting brainpower and guarding against cognitive decline. Amy delves deep into the importance of developing effective habits, ensuring restful sleep, and prioritizing self-care to support overall brain health. Listeners will learn about the connection between thoughts, emotions, and habits and how these elements significantly impact our energy, mood, and overall well-being. Tune in to discover transformative tips for enhancing your well-being and preserving vitality.Timestamps:Start of Conversation with Amy Lang - [00:02:00] to [00:02:48]Amy's Origin Story as a Habits Expert - [00:03:54] to [00:06:05]Discussion on Habits and Consistency - [00:08:00] to [00:17:01]Introduction to Sleep Discussion - [00:21:55] to [00:24:19]Common Sleep Mistakes - [00:26:43] to [00:39:57]Brain Health and Sleep Connection - [00:42:04] to [00:47:45]Five Principles of Optimal Brain Health - [00:51:10] to [00:55:14]To sign up for the Waitlist for Dr. Li's signature program Simply Productive, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Us!Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab                        Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

This episode is for adults only. Take care while listening. This episode of the Autism ADHD podcast features guest Amy Lang, a sexual health educator with over 27 years of experience and founder of Birds and Bees and Kids. In this episode, Amy and I chat about the importance providing sex education to neurodivergent kids. We dive into the "how", "when" plus we provide practical strategies and resources that you can start using today.  Sincerely, Holly Blanc Moses - The Mom/Neurodivergent Therapist ATTENTION THERAPISTS - Click here to get your neuroaffirming continuing education training! CLICK HERE for Holly's ONE STOP RESOURCE - Social Success Guide, Behavior Guide, and MORE! Learn more about Holly's private practice in North Carolina ⭐️ Join Holly on Instagram ⭐️ Join Holly on Facebook  Join Holly's Private Facebook Groups ➡️ Professionals who support neurodivergent kids & teens join HERE ➡️ Parents join HERE Learn more about Amy Lang Mentions The Top 5 Things Your Neurodivergent Kids Needs to Know Birds & Bees Solution Center for Parents of Neurodivergent Kids  - Neuro-inclusive and researched based support for the birds and bees talks with your special kid. Amaze.org - Sexuality, bodies, puberty, consent, relationship videos for kids 10+ Every Body Curious  -  Classroom-style sex ed show for kids 11+ Birds & Bees & Kids Bookstore - There's a whole section specifically for ND Kids. 

LISTENER NOTE: We openly discuss body parts, sex, and sexuality in this episode. You likely want to listen where you child cannot hear it.Feel overwhelmed and uncertain about how to handle complex topics like sexuality and relationships with your neurodivergent kid? In this episode, I sit down with Amy Lang, MA, founder of Birds & Bees & Kids and a seasoned expert in sexual health education, specializing in neurodivergence.Together, we discuss essential topics like:How neurodivergent kids and teens process social cues and navigate puberty.Addressing the stark reality of porn exposure and providing age-appropriate, explicit information about sex.Strategies for open, shame-free communication with your child about their experiences and discoveries.The importance of creating a supportive environment for exploring gender identity and sexual orientation.This episode is packed with practical, step-by-step advice, from tailoring your conversations to suit your child's learning style, to using clear language that fosters safety and understanding. Amy offers actionable tips to help you build a neuro-affirming, trusting dialogue with your kid. We believe that with the right guidance, every conversation about these delicate topics can be a stepping stone to a more connected and confident relationship with your child.Listen in for hope, inspiration, and the tools you need to navigate these conversations with confidence and compassion.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/beautifully-complex--6137613/support.

Can't sleep? You're not alone. The harder we chase sleep, the more elusive it becomes. But here's the good news—you can set the stage for restful nights In this episode, join Amy Lang as she unpacks why focusing on outcomes like "I just want to sleep" doesn't work and shares actionable tips to create the optimal conditions for better rest.What to Listen For:[00:01:19] Why focusing on outcomes like sleep often leads to frustration.[00:02:58] The connection between sleep and metabolic health.[00:16:02] How lack of sleep affects hormones like leptin and ghrelin, leading to weight gain and cravings.[00:18:19] The role of deep sleep in clearing out harmful proteins linked to Alzheimer's disease.[00:19:46] How technology, like blue light from screens, disrupts your natural sleep rhythms.[00:14:14] Why seniors don't need less sleep but may struggle to get enough.[00:14:14] Surprising stats about sleep deprivation in the U.S. and its consequences.[00:20:35] Actionable tips for creating sleep-friendly conditions in your bedroom.[00:21:22] The impact of caffeine, alcohol, and stress on your sleep quality.[00:09:47] How focusing on the process (not the outcome) can transform your health and well-being.Sleep is one of the most important pillars of health, and chasing it only makes it more elusive. Instead, focus on creating conditions that promote rest—like minimizing screen time, dimming lights in the evening, and managing your stress.Don't forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with friends and family members you think might benefit.RESOURCES: Book a FREE Discovery Call with Amy Lang Access the FREE Masterclass: How To Optimize Your Sleep Order Amy's book Thoughts Are Habits Too: Master Your Triggers, Free Yourself From Diet Culture, and Rediscover Joyful Eating. Join our private Facebook group: Moxie Club Meetup Follow Amy on Instagram @habitwhisperer

Ready to make this year your best yet? It starts with prioritizing your brain health.In today's episode, Amy Lang helps you hit reset and start fresh, and she's revealing the 3 keys to lasting change. Learn how to approach weight loss with love and compassion, break free from the diet culture cycle, and build habits that will make 2025 your healthiest and happiest year yet.What to Listen For:[00:02:00] Why you want brain health to be your top priority this year.[00:03:54] How diet culture's focus on external factors sabotages sustainable change.[00:06:03] The importance of shifting from external rules to internal cues.[00:07:39] What “embracing your moxie” means and how to do it.[00:09:25] How to identify your “compelling why” for personal growth.[00:11:27] The 3 keys to lasting change.[00:12:53] Why self-love and acceptance are essential for transformation.[00:14:56] How to use visualization to imagine and create the future version of yourself.[00:18:43] Tips for celebrating small wins and creating momentum.[00:20:26] Free tools and resources to help you get started today.By focusing on brain health, internal motivation, and sustainable habits, you can make meaningful, lasting changes. Commit to loving yourself enough to care for your health and happiness. and start your transformation today.Your best year yet starts now.  Tune in, subscribe to the show, and let's make it happen together.RESOURCES: Book a FREE Discovery Call with Amy Lang Access the FREE Masterclass: How To Optimize Your Sleep Order Amy's book Thoughts Are Habits Too: Master Your Triggers, Free Yourself From Diet Culture, and Rediscover Joyful Eating. Join our private Facebook group: Moxie Club Meetup Follow Amy on Instagram @habitwhisperer

How do you create meaningful change in a system set up to make unhealthy choices easy?In this final episode of the Culture for Sale series, Amy Lang reveals the power of microcultures to insulate you from unhealthy influences and help you create a life that reflects your values, prioritize prevention, and build habits that stick.What to Listen ForA recap of the Culture for Sale series and the macro forces shaping our health habits.The role of microcultures in supporting healthier, value-driven lifestyles.Three steps to create a microculture that supports your goals and values.Why integrative medicine offers a hopeful vision for the future of healthcare.An invitation to work with Amy to create lasting change in the new year.Small, intentional steps create lasting change, and microcultures provide the accountability, connection, and encouragement to make it possible. Listen now to discover how microcultures can help you thrive, and take advantage of Amy's free discovery call to explore the best way forward for you.RESOURCES: Book a FREE Discovery Call with Amy Lang Access the FREE Masterclass: How To Optimize Your Sleep Order Amy's book Thoughts Are Habits Too: Master Your Triggers, Free Yourself From Diet Culture, and Rediscover Joyful Eating. Join our private Facebook group: Moxie Club Meetup Follow Amy on Instagram @habitwhisperer

In this episode, we're exploring the relationship between healthcare, profit, and prevention.Find out how Western and Eastern medicine approach prevention differently, why our healthcare system prioritizes managing symptoms over preventing disease, and how we can shift the focus away from disease management and toward deep health.What to Listen ForA breakdown of Western medicine's strengths and weaknessesThe three levels of prevention in Western medicineWhy Eastern medicine excels at prevention and its focus on balanceHow profit motives shape the three levels of prevention.Practical steps you can take to prioritize prevention in your own life.While no system is perfect, integrating the best of Western and Eastern medicine can empower us as individuals to take charge of our health. Tune in to discover what prevention strategies can work for you.Listen to the full episode now, and don't forget to subscribe to Happy and Healthy with Amy Lang for more empowering content.RESOURCES: Book a FREE Discovery Call with Amy Lang Access the FREE Masterclass: How To Optimize Your Sleep Order Amy's book Thoughts Are Habits Too: Master Your Triggers, Free Yourself From Diet Culture, and Rediscover Joyful Eating. Join our private Facebook group: Moxie Club Meetup Follow Amy on Instagram @habitwhisperer

Have you ever considered how brands like McDonald's, Walmart, and Amazon shape the way we live, eat, and even think?In this eye-opening episode, we're going on an adventure into the world of "macroculture" to explore how these megabrands influence American values, behaviors, and lifestyles.From the shift in dining culture - thanks to fast food - to the values of convenience and affordability embedded in American culture, this episode raises questions about how our everyday choices are not only impacting our health, but our happiness, too.What to Listen ForWhat is "macro culture," and why does it matter?How fast-food pioneers like McDonald's changed dining from a special event to an everyday convenience.The shift from quality and experience to speed and convenience in dining.Why America's obsession with "supersized" portions might be hurting our health.How megabrands reinforce values like speed, predictability, and affordability.The role of big-box retailers like Walmart and Amazon in shaping our consumption patterns.How "macro culture" is embedded so deeply that we rarely question it.Why these cultural norms might be at odds with our well-being and personal values.The impact of marketing and consumer habits on our daily choices.Amy's tips on how to make more intentional choices to support a healthy, happy life.Megabrands have played a significant role in shaping American culture by embedding values of convenience, speed, and affordability into everyday life. But are these values really serving our best interests? Tune in as Amy Lang helps us question our everyday habits and explore ways to make more intentional choices.RESOURCES: Access the FREE Masterclass: How To Optimize Your Sleep Order Amy's book Thoughts Are Habits Too: Master Your Triggers, Free Yourself From Diet Culture, and Rediscover Joyful Eating. Join our private Facebook group: Moxie Club Meetup Follow Amy on Instagram @habitwhisperer

How do we talk to tweens about sex?? I invited Amy Lang back to the Mindful Mama Podcast to tell us how to approach subjects like gender, bodies, puberty, consent, relationships, and so much more. We talk about how to approach these conversations and how they will protect our kids.  ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), global speaker, number 1 bestselling author of “Raising Good Humans” and “Raising Good Humans Every Day,” Mindfulness Meditation teacher and creator of the Mindful Parenting Course and Teacher Training. Find more podcasts, Hunter's books, blog posts, free resources, and more at MindfulMamaMentor.com. Discover your Unique-To-You Podcast Playlist at mindfulmamamentor.com/quiz/ We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: /mindfulmamamentor.com/mindful-mama-podcast-sponsors/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this "Best Of" episode, we sit down with Amy Lang, a master health coach who has dedicated her career to helping people create sustainable, healthy lifestyles. Amy shares her journey from owning a successful health club in San Francisco to becoming an influential online coach and author. She dives into the key principles from her book, Thoughts Are Habits Too: Master Your Triggers, Free Yourself from Diet Culture, and Rediscover Joyful Eating, discussing how to break free from diet culture, develop healthier habits, and embrace a holistic approach to health and well-being. Whether you're looking to improve your relationship with food or seeking practical tips for better health, this conversation is packed with valuable insights.Key Takeaways:* Breaking Free from Diet Culture: Amy discusses the pitfalls of diet culture and how to shift towards a more intuitive, joyful approach to eating.* The Power of Habits: Learn how your thoughts can become habits and how to reframe them to better serve your goals.* Embracing Deep Health: Amy explains the concept of deep health, which encompasses not just physical health but also mental and emotional well-being.* Practical Strategies for Habit Change: Amy shares actionable tips for developing and maintaining healthy habits that align with your values.Help Us Help More People. When you leave a review on Apple or Spotify, it helps us share the message so that we can raise the industry standards and help more people for free. About the Guest Amy Lang is a master health coach with a rich background in both the tech and health industries. She owned and operated Pacific Heights Health Club in San Francisco for over 15 years, where she helped thousands of members achieve their health and fitness goals. After closing her health club just before the pandemic, Amy transitioned to online coaching, where she continues to impact lives through her personalized approach to health and wellness. Amy is also the author of Thoughts Are Habits Too: Master Your Triggers, Free Yourself from Diet Culture, and Rediscover Joyful Eating, a book that offers readers practical tools to break free from the constraints of diet culture and develop a healthier relationship with food. Amy's coaching is centered around deep health, which focuses on the integration of physical, mental, and emotional well-being.Links:* Amy's Book: Thoughts Are Habits Too* Follow Amy on Instagram: @HabitWhispererJoin the Facebook community!Are you a new fitness entrepreneur looking to attract clients? Maybe you're looking to dial in your messaging? Or perhaps you're xperienced and looking to scale your business?Head on over to Facebook, and request access to my Online Marketing for Fitness Professionals group. Post an introduction about yourself, ask some questions, or let us celebrate your wins with you.BSimpsonFitness Best Next Steps:Want to scale to consistent and predictable 20k months without adding more hours to your already packed schedule. Let me show you how for freeSimple Scaling - Want the fastest most efficient way to start and scale a profitable business in the health and wellness space, with less than 2k followers or DMing 100 cold people a day? Watch this short free training and I'll show you how for free. Tap here to register:  https://www.ptprofitformula.com/simplescalingConversion Content Framework - Turn your content into clients without pressure or sleaze even with a small following.90 Days of Done for You Content that Converts:Your shortcut to create compelling content that sets you apart in the fitness industry without sacrificing your authentic voice, and gets your ideal clients excited to work with you without being pushy or sleazy.The Complete 10k Per Month Blue Print - FREEhttps://ptprofitformula.com/your-10k-blueprint This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit beverleysimpson.substack.com/subscribe

Do you want to know the truth behind the groundbreaking 2006 study that played a major role in the direction of research on Alzheimer's disease for the past 16 years? In this episode, Amy Lang delves into the history of Alzheimer's research and the shocking revelation that a landmark study on amyloid beta protein was based on manipulated data.As someone with a personal connection to Alzheimer's, Amy has done extensive research to uncover the facts and share them with you. She discusses the prevailing amyloid hypothesis, genetic components of early-onset and late-onset Alzheimer's, and the role of the ApoE4 gene.But this episode isn't just about the science behind Alzheimer's. It's also about empowering you to take control of your brain health through simple lifestyle changes. Amy invites listeners to attend a free masterclass on How To Optimize Your Sleep, where you'll learn how to reduce your risk factors for cognitive decline.If you or someone you love is at risk for Alzheimer's, then this episode of Happy & Healthy with Amy Lang is a must-listen.RESOURCES: Access the FREE Masterclass: How To Optimize Your Sleep Order Amy's book Thoughts Are Habits Too: Master Your Triggers, Free Yourself From Diet Culture, and Rediscover Joyful Eating. Join our private Facebook group: Moxie Club Meetup Follow Amy on Instagram @habitwhisperer

Today, we're diving into a really important topic: the impact of pornography on children. We've got two amazing guests with us, Amy Lang and Casey O'Roarty, to help unpack this. We're seeing some worrying trends with kids being exposed to explicit content online, and it's more important than ever for parents to step in and have open, honest conversations. We'll talk about the role of proactive parenting and the neurological effects of pornography on young minds.  Plus, we'll discuss the importance of teaching kids about consent and critical thinking to counter harmful stereotypes. Our chat also touches on the broader societal implications, encouraging parents to have conversations that align with their personal values. We'll highlight the need for ongoing monitoring and filtering of online content, and we'll inspire parents to take action in fostering healthy relationships and tackling tough topics like pornography with joyful courage.   In this episode you'll learn: 0:00 Introduction 13:53 Hidden Pornography 20:19 Impact of Brain Development 22:51 Breaking the "Not My Kid" Mentality 25:59 Initiating Conversations about Pornography 31:45 Shifting Perspectives: Pornography Consumers 35:00 The Role of Parents to Protect their Child 36:34 Connecting Pornography to Transactional Sex 46:42 Final Thought on Pornography and Kids Links Mentioned in this Episode:  Casey O'Roarty Joyful Courage Podcast besproutable.com/teens www.facebook.com/joyfulcourage IG - @joyful_courage   Amy Lang Birds+Bees+Kids Podcast birdsandbeesandkids.com www.facebook.com/birdsbeeskids IG - @birdsandbeeskids   Subscribe & Leave a Review: Don't forget to subscribe to The Heartful Parent Podcast and leave a review if you enjoyed this episode!     Stay tuned for more Heartful conversations on parenting, love, and inclusivity. Thank you for listening!  

If you think that joyful eating means enjoying your favorite flavor of ice cream, think again. What if I told you there was a way to love what you eat, especially when it comes to eating healthy, nutritious food? If you are ready to explore adding joyfulness and gratitude onto the plate of your next meal, then this episode is for you!Together, we will unpack:Is a reduction in calories necessary for weight loss?Is it helpful to get angry with dieting, especially if it's not working for you?What are the 4 pillars of joyful eating?How is joyful eating different from intuitive eating?The biggest mistakes that most women make when it comes to losing weight.The number one habit to get started with joyful eating.My guest today is Amy Lang. Amy works with women in STEM to help them rediscover joyful eating, free themselves from diet culture, and create hormone-based habits that makes weight loss easy and inevitable. Amy is the bestselling author of Thoughts are Habits Too, she's a former health club owner, and she's host of the Happy and Healthy with Amy Podcast. What I love the most about Amy, and especially in this interview, is how much she really does bring joy into eating, because food is truly designed to nourish every single cell of our body. One of her gifts is to help you discover a new level of joyful eating, and I can't wait to jump into this episode.Connect with Amy Lang:▶️ Happy & Healthy with Amy Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/happy-healthy-with-amy/id1497632710▶️ Thoughts are Habits Too (Book) - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CND9WN9T Connect with Holly:▶️ REGISTER FOR THE *FREE* PRIVATE PODCAST SERIES - YOUR COMEBACK EXPERIENCE - podcastholly.com▶️ Book Your Complimentary Discovery Call - calendarholly.com▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone ▶️ More resources for Your Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners! Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co. Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

In this fifth and final installment of the "Back To Basic" series, we're focusing on the keys to habit formation. What You'll Learn in This Episode:Shifting Mindsets: Discover how a scarcity mindset can hinder your progress and the ways to pivot to an abundance mindset filled with gratitude and self-compassion. Amy shares how adopting positive language can change the game and offers further insights from her book, "Thoughts Are Habits, Too."Stages of Habit Formation: Learn how to navigatethe three pivotal stages of habit formation—excited, intentional, and automatic—and how to make habits second nature.Creating Habits By Design: Understand the process of identifying cues, creating new routines, and recognizing the rewards to successfully change habits. Amy talks about the importance of daily behaviors, celebrating small wins, and countering negativity and confirmation bias.If you found this episode valuable, make sure to subscribe to *Happy & Healthy with Amy Lang* on your favorite podcast platform! Also, please take a moment to leave a review and share this episode with your friends and family. Together, let's build a community that thrives on healthy habits and abundance!RESOURCES: Access the FREE Masterclass: How To Lose Weight For The Last Time Order Amy's book Thoughts Are Habits Too: Master Your Triggers, Free Yourself From Diet Culture, and Rediscover Joyful Eating. Join our private Facebook group: Moxie Club Meetup Follow Amy on Instagram @habitwhisperer

Amy & Christy are back for part 2 of our conversation, and we're talking about pornography.   Please believe us: your kid is going to see porn. Some families are more aware & ready for this moment than others, so what can you do and say to prepare? You can't prevent the exposure or know how your child will react, but we can get ready for it and start the conversation now. Pornography is all over the place and often hidden, and unfortunately kids view that as Sex Ed & think that pornography is what sex with a partner will be like for them - they assume that hardcore porn is real life. Seeing these images train their brain; watching porn today is very different from running into an issue of Playboy when we were kids, and it's impossible to avoid.   So what do we say to our kids? What's the magic word? Christy shares the way she uses values to talk to her teen, and Amy explains how to keep the conversation around other kids to break through to your own teen. We touch on monitoring software & sugar dating. The good news here is that there are many resources available for families to use, and it can get better.  Takeaways from the show Your kids will see pornography  Pornography is different than when you were a kid  Kids often keep it a secret if they see pornographic material. Let them know they won't be in trouble!   Pornography is often in hidden, unexpected spaces Kids see pornography as Sex Ed  Pornography trains their growing brain - including the themes of misogyny, racism, & shame around their bodies  Don't tell yourself, “it won't happen to my kid”  Porn is harder to avoid today than it was to find in the ‘80s  What do we say to our kids about this?  Conversations about pornography need to start early - earlier than you think! Keep them short & frequent Using monitoring software For more show notes, including transcripts, visit our website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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This week I am partnering with my friend Amy Lang, (from episode 80 of my Failing Motherhood podcast) one of the most respected experts on talking to kids about sexuality and relationships, to bring you a class all about your boy* and puberty! I know if you've found this podcast, you're an intentional parent.  You take your role seriously and you have questions.  Well, Amy has answers!Join us for Puberty Prep for Moms of BOYS  but you'll have to act fast!It's tomorrow, Wednesday, April 3rd, 202410:00 - 11:30 AM Pacific / 12:00 - 1:30 PM Central / 1:00 - 2:30 PM EasternONLY $29***If you can't make it LIVE, register and the recorded replay will be sent to you to watch with your partner at your convenience!REGISTER HERE - https://www.tickettailor.com/events/amylang/1193666What's covered:What will happen to their bodies and brainsHow to navigate challenging behaviors and big feelingsHow to show them they can trust you (even though you don't have their parts)How to talk about:MasturbationWet DreamsTaking care of their bodyP*rn (tiny bit about this)Hope to see you there!P.S. Moms of girls, I haven't forgotten you!! Your turn for Puberty Prep for Moms of GIRLS will be - Wednesday, May 29th at 10 AM Pacific / 12:00 Central / 1PM Eastern.  Save that date!!// CONNECT WITH AMY LANG //https://birdsandbeesandkids.com/REGISTER HERE -https://www.tickettailor.com/events/amylang/1193666Support the show*FREE* MASTERCLASS: Learn how to CONFIDENTLY parent your strong-willed child WITHOUT threats, bribes or giving in altogether so you can BREAK FREE of power struggles + guilt www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/unapologeticwww.parentingwholeheartedly.com

Putting kids on social media -- is it social behavior or exploitative BS? Well it depends. And I brought in two of my favorite fellow podcasters and parent coaches to talk all about it. I welcome Casey O'Roarty and Amy Lang back to The Heartful Parent Podcast today to talk about the #Kidfluencers movement and all the things that are wrong with this use of social media to exploit children.  This conversation is based on our joint outrage after reading the NY Times article “A Marketplace of Girl Influencers Managed by Moms and Stalked by Men.” And we're talking about it today to help you navigate the right kind of conversations with your kid, tween, or teen around what is acceptable and “normal” on social media. We are reminding you how to stay curious and teach your kids to think critically about the “water they are swimming in.”  We also dig into where the “line” is and Casey even wonders if she's crossed it in some of the work she's done that has included sharing her kids' struggles. Catch more with Casey and Amy on their podcasts: Joyful Courage Podcast and Birds+Bees+Kids.  In order to put a stop to this type of exploitation and child sexual abuse, talk about this topic with people you know. Better yet, pass this episode along to get more people talking!  Resources: NY Times article: A Marketplace of Girl Influencers Managed by Moms and Stalked by Men   Casey O'Roarty Joyful Courage Podcast besproutable.com/teens www.facebook.com/joyfulcourage IG - @joyful_courage   Amy Lang Birds+Bees+Kids Podcast birdsandbeesandkids.com www.facebook.com/birdsbeeskids IG - @birdsandbeeskids  

Remember Daisy Duke on “The Dukes of Hazard"? Anyone who grew up in the late '70s and early '80s does. It featured a beautiful young actress named Catherine Bach playing the part of Daisy Duke, who was most famous for her short-short cutoff jeans, curvaceous figure, and legs that went down to Mexico.Like millions of households every Friday night, Amy Lang and her family would gather to watch the show and, on one of those nights, Amy's father turned to her, pointed at the Daisy Duke on the TV, and said, "That's the ideal figure for a woman."Amy was 14, a petite adolescent, and the message was clear. You ain't it.Today, Amy is a former gym owner and weight-loss coach. She's back on the show to talk about her new book, "Thoughts Are Habits, Too: Master Your Triggers, Free Yourself from Diet Culture, and Rediscover Joyful Eating.” Amy's expertise and enthusiasm are helpful to anyone struggling with weight or helping people to establish better habits, like eating right and exercising. I know you'll enjoy our conversation.Online Links and Resources“Thoughts Are Habits, Too” book siteAmy Lang's Moxie Club for weight lossHer Happy & Healthy podcastMy new course to motivate men over 50 to get off the couch and into fitnessLife Priority Supplements -- Affiliate Discount  herePrime Fit Content – Engage the over-50 market

A frank and open conversation with sex education expert Amy Lang about the risks, impact of, and reality of kids' exposure to pornography. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Lang, from Tuscaloosa, Alabama, USAHear more about Amy's experience on this week's episode of Sentinel Watch.

Have you ever noticed that the more you try to restrict your food or alcohol intake, the more obsessed you become with what you think you can't have?   We declare war on The Craving. The sweet tooth. The pasta and bread. The nightly cocktail.    Because we think the opposite of gluttony is deprivation. So we over-correct with an all-or-nothing, black and white strategy. We're either “on the wagon” or partying like it's 1999.    But even if we manage to lose weight or stay sober, we're left with a nagging sense of dread and fear. Because being “good” feels like holding your breath. The level of discipline required isn't sustainable.    Indeed… 95 percent of people who lose weight on a diet are heavier a year later. And committing to a lifetime of sobriety makes it nine times more likely you'll binge drink in the future.   Amy Lang is the author of the best-selling book Thoughts are Habits Too: Master Your Triggers, Free Yourself from Diet Culture and Rediscover Joyful Eating. In this episode, you'll learn: Why telling yourself “No” creates a false sense of scarcity that your brain is hard-wired to resist How to know the difference between soothing an anxious mind and nourishing your body The counter-intuitive reason accepting yourself as you are in this moment is the gateway to transformation Amy's five fundamental habits for weight loss   Follow Amy Lang on Instagram @habitwhisperer and find her book ThoughtsAreHabitsToo.com. Listen to her podcast Happy and Healthy.   Click here for the link to my new SECRET podcast....get the Foundations of Emotional Sobriety audio course delivered right to your phone!   Are you trying to stop using alcohol to cope with stress and wondering how to do this on your own? Register for Thursday's FREE masterclass to learn how to use the 6 components of my proprietary Accelerated Recovery Process© to holistically restore your mental health so you can stop over-thinking alcohol and just drink like a normal person.   Get on my insider's email list to receive weekly insights that will accelerate your recovery and also early-bird access to monthly workshops and events like recovery storytelling and breathwork.   

Sugar Dating?? Have you heard of this? If you have a teen, tween, young adult, or someone who is going to grow into one, you'll want to hear this! My good friends and colleagues, Amy Lang and Casey O'Roarty, and I are talking about something just a little disturbing today, and that is the concept of Sugar Dating.  We dig into what it is exactly, how it is being facilitated through the internet, why adolescent brains are NOT equipped to really understand the reality of this, and finally how and when to talk to your kids about these types of topics. Even if it's not sugar dating, we can't wait until our kids hit their late teen years to begin these conversations.  We have to start framing how they think about sex and relationships much earlier.  We cannot control (unfortunately) what they think and the actions they will ultimately take, but we CAN ask the right questions in order to help start framing how they think about sex and relationships. Casey, Amy, and myself are telling you what questions to ask and when to start asking them so you can pave the way for your teen/tweens' underdeveloped brains to THINK about things like how sugar dating fits into the picture of a healthy relationship.  Quick disclaimer: This is an episode that aired on Casey O'Roarty's Joyful Courage Podcast in December of 2023. It is such an important topic and great conversation, I decided to share it here too.  To learn more about all the fabulous work that Casey and Amy do, you can catch their podcasts or visit each of their websites (links are listed below).  And if you are in a place where you could use some parenting support or are part of an organization that could use some parenting education around brain or body safety, please reach out to me christy@theheartfulparent.com or visit my website: theheartfulparent.com. Resources: Casey O'Roarty Joyful Courage Podcast besproutable.com/teens www.facebook.com/joyfulcourage IG - @joyful_courage Amy Lang Birds+Bees+Kids Podcast birdsandbeesandkids.com www.facebook.com/birdsbeeskids IG - @birdsandbeeskids  

This week's host, Carlos Machado, talks with guest Amy Lang to take up the age-old theological question that's also being studied by physicists and neuroscientists: Do we have free will? Are we making our own decisions or are they being made for us? And by what? Listen in.

Today, we're chatting with Amy Lang about "Habit Stacking for Ourselves and Our Clients." We'll hear Amy's story of switching from tech to health and fitness and dive into her book "Thoughts are Habits Too." Amy's got some great tips on managing emotions, changing mindsets, and a fresh take on dieting. So, join us for a down-to-earth talk about making healthier habits for us and our clients with Amy Lang. Help Us Help More People. When you leave a review on apple or Spotify, it helps us share the message so that we can raise the industry standards and help more people for free. About The GuestAmy Lang is an author and master health coach, known for her book "Thoughts Are Habits Too" and her podcast "Happy & Healthy with Amy". Formerly in the tech industry with companies like Netscape and Yahoo, she shifted to health care, founding Moxie Club, an online coaching business, in 2019. Lang's focus is on sustainable weight loss and self-care habits, leveraging her experience in health and fitness since 2003. In her personal time, she enjoys traveling, tennis, and spending time with her partner and pet.Links: https://www.thoughtsarehabitstoo.com/https://www.instagram.com/habitwhisperer/https://www.moxie-club.com/start-hereJoin the Facebook community!Are you a new fitness entrepreneur looking to attract clients? Maybe you're looking to dial in your messaging? Or perhaps you're experienced and looking to scale your business?Head on over to Facebook, and request access to my Online Marketing for Fitness Professionals group. Post an introduction about yourself, ask some questions, or let us celebrate your wins with you.BSimpsonFitness Best Next Steps Simple Scaling - Want the fastest most efficient way to start and scale a profitable business in the health and wellness space, with less than 2k followers or DMing 100 cold people a day? Watch this short free training and I'll show you how for free. Tap here to register:  https://www.ptprofitformula.com/simplescalingPT Profit Formula - 10k in 90 Days or you don't pay, let me show you how it works for free. Learn more here: https://www.ptprofitformula.com/formulavsl/PT Profit Formula Jumpstart - a step-by-step proven process to generate consistent 10k Months in 30 Days with just a handful of followers and without sleazy sales. https://www.bsimpsonfitness.com/jumpstartThe Complete 10k Per Month Blue Print - FREEhttps://www.bsimpsonfitness.com/10kblueprint/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit beverleysimpson.substack.com

How you talk to yourself, ie, your thoughts are habits that affect your daily life, including 'success' or 'failure'. I use those terms loosely, as they are defined by your thoughts too!  Join us for an informative talk with Amy Lang. She's a master health coach, author, podcast host, and known as the Habit Whisperer. Amy's focus is helping women take a look at their thought habits and how they affect health and weight loss.Like so many subjects on The Midlife Mommas, weight loss is about mindset. We hope you enjoy Amy's talk and pay attention to her "fundamental five" as s foundation. 00:00 Overcoming unhealthy habits and rediscovering joyful eating.06:22 Discover your values, find strength, embrace purpose.08:34 Self-love, inner health, and personal values.12:59 Prioritize habits for a meaningful change.14:48 Create habits at a level 9 or 10.17:34 Distinguishing between intuitive and joyful eating program.23:00 Culture shifted to unhealthy food mindset; seek joy.24:32 Love is not indulgence. Self-care vs love.29:37 Amy expresses concerns about flaws in food culture.32:08 Frame thoughts with kindness and empowerment always.33:58 Importance of positive mindset in strength training.37:20 Grateful for podcast opportunity, book is labor.Connect with Amy:Podcast: Happy and Healthy with Amy Lang IG/YouTube: @habitwhisperer on FB and LinkedIn: @amylangcoaching Free Resources from Amy:https://www.amylangcoaching.com/thoughtsarehabitstoo https://www.thoughtsarehabitstoo.com/roadmapStay Connected!Amelia Website: https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/ Cam Website: https://www.camoyler.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/ Please share, rate, and review the podcast. We appreciate you! ❤️

Join me and my good friends Amy Lang and Christy Keating as we dig into the trend of "sugar dating." Why do we care? Well, this is a growing trend on college campuses and it's important for parents to be informed and able to have conversations with their young adult children. Find more show notes and ad info at https://www.besproutable.com/podcasts/exploring-sugar-dating-amy-lang-christy-keating/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this podcast episode, Dr. Christine Li welcomes back Amy Lang, a master health coach, certified personal trainer, and author of the new book, "Thoughts Are Habits Too." Listen in as they discuss the process of writing the book, dive into the principles outlined in it and as Amy explains the abundance principle and the significance of making choices from a state of abundance rather than scarcity. Stay tuned as Amy shares the importance of approaching health and weight management from a place of self-love, playing the long game, and knowing one's personal motivation. Amy Lang, host of the Happy & Healthy with Amy Lang podcast and founder of Moxie Club, coaches women in STEM on how to achieve lasting weight loss and create deep health. Prior to starting Moxie Club, Amy worked with thousands of clients over 15+ years as the owner of Pacific Heights Health Club in San Francisco. She loves sharing what works and what doesn't work when it comes to motivation and creating healthy habits, and she loves empowering women and helping them become joyful eaters.Timestamps:•[5:37] Christine Li and Amy Lang discuss the rejection of diet culture and the underlying belief that self-worth is tied to body size.•[11:45] Amy Lang emphasizes the importance of creating habits that promote long-term well-being, rather than focusing on weight loss or dieting.•[19:48] Amy talks about prioritizing self-care and self-love, finding humor and perspective when making choices that align with your values, rather than trying to fit an ideal body image. •[31:03] Amy Lang encourages listeners to become aware of their thoughts and question their truthfulness and kindness. For more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library where she offers you 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate. CLICK HERE NOW TO CLAIM YOUR FREE RESOURCES:  https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, please register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Us!Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachAmy LangWebsite: https://www.moxie-club.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.moxieclubInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/habitwhisperer/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amymoxieclub/Get the first habit of "Thoughts Are Habits Too" and Amy's Joyful Eating Roadmap: https://www.thoughtsarehabitstoo.com/

When is the right time in childhood to bring up the topic of sex? The answer is pretty much from when they can talk! Listening to Amy Lang's podcast "Just Say This" has taught me so much about how to be open with my son about his body, his feelings, and his sexual health. It's helped me learn how to take the shame out of sexuality so that I can keep the lines of communication open with him as he grows up. We discuss sexual abuse prevention, pornography exposure, why it's important to teach your kids the scientific names for their parts, and she shares some great books that can help kids learn more.  Just Say This" Podcast Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-with-neurodiverse-kids-about-masturbation-and/id1440215158?i=1000631727283Amy Lang is a sexual health educator who has 25 years of experience helping individuals, families, and PTA's move forward in the discussion surrounding sex education. She offers many trainings on her website including a sexual abuse prevention training and a free script sharing "7 Great Tips" for sex talks with kids. https://birdsandbeesandkids.com/free-tips/ Healing is possible! I'd love to hear from you! https://www.instagram.com/iheartserin/Please rate and review the podcast to let me know you're listening! Thank you! Join the facebook group: Survivors of Trauma Unite! https://www.facebook.com/groups/925184671535182

Internet PORN. Yep, that cell phone your kid has in their hand at all times – it's where they're getting their sex education. By the time your kid is 9, 10, maybe 11, they've either accidentally or intentionally seen some sort of pornography online. And we're not talking the innocent porn of a few decades ago. Nope, some of this stuff is nightmare-inducing and can be very damaging to kid and teens. What do you do? Well, today's guest, Amy Lang, a sexual health education expert, podcaster, author, and all-around wonderful human, is going to lay it out for you. And, you HAVE to give her podcast, Amy Lang's Just Say This, a listen immediately! OMG – just the best thing ever to listen to for understanding how to talk to your kids, tweens and teens about sex (like EVERYTHING about sex!!!)Show NotesTranscriptParental Filtering and Monitoring Recommended by Amy:BarkCircleQustodioAmy's books:Sex Talks With Tweens (the scripts!)Birds & Bees & Your KidsOther Speaking of Teens Related Episodes: #32: Teens, Sexting, Revenge Porn and Sextortion (Yikes) #33: Teen Sexting, “The Talk”, And Potential Legal Implications Find our FREE Parenting Guides Here"I just wanted to let you know that I'm so thankful for your podcast! ...I'm so happy I discovered it!" Speaking of Teens ListenerPlease help us reach more parents of teens and tweens by leaving us a 5-star rating and write us a review in your app. It will let people know the show is worth listening to.We upload new episodes every Tuesday and Friday so please comeCheck out PARENT CAMP - a monthly membership where you will learn how to strengthen your relationship and decrease the conflict with your teens and tweens (while improving their behavior.) Plus, expert advice on everything from drug use to screen time and everything in between. Join our Facebook Group for Free Support for Parents and others who care for Teens (and get immediate access to all the parenting guides above!)

Would you like to remove both your conscious and subconscious blocks and tap into your creative intuition so you can connect your soul's purpose with your story, become unapologetically visible, and manifest income while making monumental impact? Sounds awesome, doesn't it? Well, today's guest, Nick Demos, is a Tony Award winning Broadway producer, documentary filmmaker, and business coach. And he's joining me to talk about just that. Nick has over 30 years of experience in the entertainment industry, as well as 15 years of teaching yoga, pranayama breath work, and creativity. He has traveled literally from the Tony Awards to Ashrams and run a multimillion dollar business in between. And he's sharing his journey from dancing bear on Christmas Day at New York's Radio City Music Hall to producing his latest documentary film, Body Electric, and how that intersects with his business coaching. In This Episode Join the mailing list for Body Electric Connect on Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok @TheNickDemos Take the Creative Visionary Quiz Free Resources: Download the free excerpt of Amy Lang's new book, Thoughts Are Habits Too Schedule FREE Mini-Coaching Session with Amy Lang Take my FREE Mini-Course: How To Lose Weight For The Last Time Join our private Facebook group, Moxie Club Meetup

You've probably heard me say that your self-worth is not dependent on the size and shape of your body. And yet, if you believe that this is true and you would still like to lose some weight, and perhaps you're thinking that you would look better and feel better if you were thinner, you're not alone. In this episode, I'm going to explain how you approach weight loss in a way that's fundamentally different from what diet culture has taught you. Free Resources: Download the free excerpt of Amy Lang's new book, Thoughts Are Habits Too Schedule FREE Mini-Coaching Session with Amy Lang Take my FREE Mini-Course: How To Lose Weight For The Last Time Join our private Facebook group, Moxie Club Meetup

In this episode of The Pulling Curls Podcast: Pregnancy & Parenting Untangled, host Hilary Erickson is joined by sexual health educator Amy Lang to discuss the birds and the bees conversation with kids. They cover topics such as the importance of comprehensive sex education, using accurate terminology for body parts, starting early with sex education, and how to create open communication within the family. This episode is sponsored by Family Routines, which helps create routines for less stress and easier conversations. So let's dive in and untangle the mysteries of discussing sex with children. Big thanks to our sponsor Family Routines -- if you're looking to get into a routine (even working in this type of tricky conversation) -- it is the course for you! Today's guest is Amy Lang: Amy Lang, MA has been a sexual health educator for over 25 years. With her lively, engaging and down-to-earth style she helps parents become comfortable and confident talking with their kids. Amy's books, online solutions center and podcast, show parents they really can become their kids' go-to birds and bees source. Amy is still married to her first husband and they are getting the hang of parenting their recently launched man-child. She lives in Seattle WA and you can learn more about her work at BirdsAndBeesAndKids.com and BBKPros.com. The Birds & Bees Solutions Center https://birdsandbeescourse.com - Everything you need to do a way better job at this than your parents did! Links for you: How the boner grows on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5XSwr47Xb8 Timestamps: 00:02:47 Start sex education at age five. 00:06:29 Safe Touch vs Unsafe Touch, use books for education 00:12:13 Importance of comprehensive sex education in schools. 00:14:20 Understanding consent and communication for better relationships. 00:17:36 Language correction: Virgin --> first time sex 00:23:46 Prepare for the conversation; get books, read them. 00:26:05 Be open, protect your child, trust matters. 00:29:33 Be open, trust your intuition, don't follow others. 00:31:11 Boys must take responsibility for pregnancy too. Keypoints: Importance of discussing values and reasons for waiting to have sex. Emphasizing the significance of being in a loving, committed relationship and being able to openly discuss birth control and STIs with a partner. The confusion surrounding terminology for female genitalia and the importance of using accurate language, like "vulva," in conversations about inappropriate touching. Approaching sex education as a process, starting with using correct names for private body parts and gradually discussing reproductive anatomy around age five. The benefits of comprehensive sexuality education starting at a young age, as seen in the Netherlands, to develop a healthy, natural view of sexuality and prevent misinformation. The concept of being a little Netherlands, promoting open and accepting attitudes toward sexuality and relationships. The importance of going against the norm if it benefits your children and family. Recommendations for creating a safe environment for discussing sex at home, assessing whether your home is a safe space, and using books like "Birds and Bees and Your Kids" to prepare for the conversation. Encouraging parents to do their own research, read the books beforehand, and address any discomfort to provide accurate and appropriate information to children. The importance of boys understanding their responsibility in preventing pregnancy and the need for boys to take responsibility and always have condoms available. Producer: Drew Erickson

As you travel on the road to success, do you think it would be easier to get to your destination - to achieve your goals - by traveling on a paved road or an unpaved road? Probably the paved one, right? In this episode I'm going to be talking about how we make our environment more conducive to achieving our goals. If you have a particular habit in mind and you would like some help in making that habit stick, I'm going to be talking about the different aspects of your environment that you want to be taking into account because they can be making it easier - or harder... to achieving your goals. And I'm a big fan of making it easy so it can be inevitable. Free Resources: Download the excerpt of Amy Lang's new book, Thoughts Are Habits Too Schedule FREE Mini-Coaching Session with Amy Lang Take my FREE Mini-Course: How To Lose Weight For The Last Time Join our private Facebook group, Moxie Club Meetup

Welcome to the podcast. Today I've got a very special guest that I know you are going to love hearing from.  Amy Lang is a former student of mine and while her work is quite different from mine, it intersects significantly. In this episode Amy and I talk about voice, habits and why we do the things we do, where our mindset gets off track, how we take action that will never get us the results we want and so much more.   This episode is for you if you want to shift your reality and get more of what you want faster!   Guest Bio Amy Lang is a master health coach, certified personal trainer, and host of the Happy & Healthy with Amy podcast. Also known as the Habit Whisperer, she helps chronic dieters free themselves from diet culture, create deep health and rediscover joyful eating. You can find her at www.moxie-club.com. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/habitwhisperer/  

As we approach the end of the year, you may find yourself with goals you still want to accomplished... if only you could figure out a way to stay motivated. Well, in today's episode, I share  the five keys to staying motivated so you can create new healthy habits on your journey of building a happier and healthier life. In This Episode: Download the excerpt of Amy Lang's new book, Thoughts Are Habits Too Listen to Episode 193: The Roadmap for Mental Health about the Generative Drive Free Resources: Schedule FREE Mini-Coaching Session with Amy Lang Take my FREE Mini-Course: How To Lose Weight For The Last Time Join our private Facebook group, Moxie Club Meetup

Don't shut your eyes and pretend it's not there—most kids are going to see porn at some time! And it can be scary and have long-lasting negative impacts on kids. So what do we do? Amy Lang comes to the rescue and lays out the steps that responsible parents must take if we want to protect our children from online porn. If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @mindfulmamamentor. Have you left a review yet? All you have to do is go to Apple Podcasts or  Stitcher (or wherever you listen), and thanks for your support of the show! Sexuality educator Amy Lang has helped 1000's of parents around the world become their kid's go-to birds and bees source. Amy is a Mom's Choice Award Winner for her book & video and the host of Just Say This! an advice-column style podcast offering parental guidance for the birds and bees talks. Get Hunter's best selling book, Raising Good Humans now! Over 200,000 copies sold! Click here to order and get book bonuses! And now Hunter's newly released book, Raising Good Humans Every Day, is available to order! Click here to get your copy! ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindful mama mentor. She coaches smart, thoughtful parents on how to create calm and cooperation in their daily lives. Hunter has over 20 years of experience in mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide. Be a part of the tribe—we're over 25 thousand strong! Join the Mindful Parenting membership. Take your learning further! Get my Top 2 Best Tools to Stop Yelling AND the Mindful Parenting Roadmap for FREE at: mindfulmamamentor.com/stopyelling/ Find more podcasts, blog posts, free resources, and how to work with Hunter at MindfulMamaMentor.com. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on our website: https://mindfulmamamentor.com/mindful-mama-podcast-sponsors/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm sitting down with sexuality educator and parenting expert Amy Lang for a very frank and open conversation* about sex ed for children—what they need to know, when they need to know it, how to talk about it, and much much more. Amy is passionate about the fact that at its core, sex education is a health and safety issue for our kids. She explains why as our children's parents and caregivers, it is up to us to initiate and continue to have conversations surrounding sexuality. Amy Lang is committed to changing and challenging cultural beliefs about children and sexuality. She does this by teaching adults the best and most effective ways to talk, learn, and think about the birds and bees, and provides research-based, high quality keynotes, workshops, webinars, books, and other tools so adults can be true champions for the kids they care for and love. Her website is Birds + Bees + Kids.    THINGS YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE: When parents should have “the talk” about sex (and why the “child-focused” approach of waiting until they ask is wrong) The importance of parents reflecting on their own relationship with sex education before talking with their kids What children should know by what age How to talk to kids who are reluctant to engage in any conversation having to do with sex Why differently-wired kids are especially vulnerable / need additional sex education than typically developing kids   RESOURCES MENTIONED: Birds + Bees + Kids (Amy's website) Dating Smarts: What Every Teen Needs to Know to Date, Relate, or Wait by Amy Lang Birds + Bees + YOUR Kids: A Guide to Sharing Your Beliefs About Sexuality, Love, and Relationships by Amy Lang It's Not the Stork: A Book About Girls, Boys, Babies, Bodies, Families, and Friends by Robie Harris It's Perfectly Normal: Changing Bodies, Growing Up, Sex, and Sexual Health by Robie Harris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I'm sitting down with sexuality educator and parenting expert Amy Lang for a very frank and open conversation* about sex ed for children—what they need to know, when they need to know it, how to talk about it, and much much more. Amy is passionate about the fact that at its core, sex education is a health and safety issue for our kids. She explains why as our children's parents and caregivers, it is up to us to initiate and continue to have conversations surrounding sexuality.Amy Lang is committed to changing and challenging cultural beliefs about children and sexuality. She does this by teaching adults the best and most effective ways to talk, learn, and think about the birds and bees, and provides research-based, high quality keynotes, workshops, webinars, books, and other tools so adults can be true champions for the kids they care for and love. Her website is Birds + Bees + Kids.  THINGS YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE:When parents should have “the talk” about sex (and why the “child-focused” approach of waiting until they ask is wrong)The importance of parents reflecting on their own relationship with sex education before talking with their kidsWhat children should know by what ageHow to talk to kids who are reluctant to engage in any conversation having to do with sexWhy differently-wired kids are especially vulnerable / need additional sex education than typically developing kids RESOURCES MENTIONED:Birds + Bees + Kids (Amy's website)Dating Smarts: What Every Teen Needs to Know to Date, Relate, or Wait by Amy LangBirds + Bees + YOUR Kids: A Guide to Sharing Your Beliefs About Sexuality, Love, and Relationships by Amy LangIt's Not the Stork: A Book About Girls, Boys, Babies, Bodies, Families, and Friends by Robie HarrisIt's Perfectly Normal: Changing Bodies, Growing Up, Sex, and Sexual Health by Robie HarrisSupport the showConnect with Tilt Parenting Visit Tilt Parenting Take the free 7-Day Challenge Read a chapter of Differently Wired Follow Tilt on Twitter & Instagram

For hundreds of millions of years insects controlled the skies. Before birds, bats and pterodactyls, insects were the only creatures that had evolved the ability to fly: a miracle of physics and physiology requiring their bodies to act in coordinated ballet. This week three separate CrowdScience listeners have been asking questions about the flight of butterflies and moths. How do they move so erratically, yet land so precisely? What makes such tiny insects such accurate flyers? Presenter Anand Jagatia -- not the biggest fan of either butterflies or moths -- visits Butterfly Paradise at London Zoo to meet keeper Mark Tansley. Anand tries to get over his aversion by immersing himself in fluttering creatures. He then meets insect flight expert Sanjay Sane to learn the hidden mechanics behind their aeronautical skills: the vortexes of air generated by their wings and the complex muscle architecture inside their torsos. Next, aerospace engineer Amy Lang explains how the scales on their wings reduce air resistance by clever manipulation of the air and how this function trades off against other uses of the scales: for colour, for keeping dry, and much more. All of these abilities are put to the test during the incredible global migrations that some butterflies undertake. Gerard Talavera tells Anand how he turned previous thinking about butterfly migration across Africa on its head. Presenter: Anand Jagatia Producer: Phil Sansom Voiceover: Kitty O'Sullivan Production Coordinator: Jonathan Harris Editor: Richard Collings (Photo: Crowdscience presenter Anand Jagatia crouches next to a butterfly. Credit: Phil Sansom)

Every child will see porn by the time they are 18 and the average age of exposure is nine. Is your mind blown? The best thing parents can do is talk openly and consistently about what to do when their child sees it, why it's a problem for kids to watch, and how the industry is terrible for humanity. We're bringing in Amy Lang from Porn Talks Simplified to give us the lowdown on how to have these conversations with our kids. And if you have a full teen on your hands and you feel like you've missed the conversation, Amy provides some insight into the language you can use to help get the conversation back on track. Follow her @birdsbeeskids.Want our podcasts sent straight to your phone? Text us the word "Podcast" to +1 (917) 540-8715 and we'll text you the new episodes when they're released!Tune in for new Cat & Nat Unfiltered episodes every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday!Follow @catandnatunfiltered on Instagram: https://instagram.com/catandnatunfilteredOur new book "Mom Secrets" is now available! Head to www.catandnat.ca/book to grab your autographed copy! Come see us LIVE on tour!! To see a full list of cities and dates, go to https://catandnattour.com.Follow our parenting platform - The Common Parent - over on Instagram: https://instagram.com/thecommonparentBecome a Member of The Common Parent, our ultimate parenting toolkit for parents of teens and tweens for just $74.99/year: https://thecommonparent.comGet a FREE “Thoughts Between Us” Journal with The Common Parent Annual Membership: Click Here!Make sure you subscribe to our YouTube channel for our new cooking show and our #momtruth videos: https://bitly.com/catnatyoutubeCheck out our Amazon Lives here: https://bitly.com/catnatamazonliveOrder TAYLIVI here: https://taylivi.comGet personalized videos from us on Cameo: https://cameo.com/catandnatCome hang with us over on https://instagram.com/catandnat all day long.And follow us on https://tiktok.com/@catandnatofficial! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is Pride Month! So Sexuality and Parenting Educator, Amy Lang is joining me on The Heartful Parent Podcast to talk about all we should know to support (and celebrate) our LGBTQ youth. Amy Lang, MA uses a lively, engaging and down-to-earth style to help parents become comfortable and confident talking with their kids. Amy's books, online solutions center, and podcast, show parents they really can become their kids' go-to birds and bees source. Amy has knowledge on a wide range of parenting topics, but today we are focusing on the idea of supporting LGBTQ youth. We dig into why it is an important piece of safety for kids and teens and safe parenting. And we cover what conversations we need to have with our kids, no matter if they identify along the LGBTQ spectrum or not. Amy shares how we support ALL kids, and it starts with believing them, asking questions, and holding their confidence. This episode can get the conversation started, but if you need more you can find resources, solutions, and ways to work with Amy at birdsandbeesandkids.com. Her podcast Just Say This! answers all types of questions, so you can listen for answers or even ask a question of your own. The Heartful Parent Collective also has so many ways to provide support. The Heartful Parent Academy has all newly-developed content to support you in your parenting journey and the membership (which requires no long-term commitment) comes with course work, community support, and additional support from me. Get more information at theheartfulparent.com/heartful-parent-academy Resources: The Gender Unicorn graphic You Know, Sex by Corey Silverberg (graphic novel style) The Every Body Book by Rachel Simon & Noah Gringi  Just Say This! - Amy's Podcast 

How do we talk to tweens about sex?? I invited Amy Lang back to the Mindful Mama Podcast to tell us how to approach subjects like gender, bodies, puberty, consent, relationships, and so much more. We talk about how to approach these conversations and how they will protect our kids. If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I'd love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @mindfulmamamentor. Have you left a review yet? All you have to do is go to Apple Podcasts or  Stitcher (or wherever you listen), and thanks for your support of the show! Sexuality educator Amy Lang has helped 1000's of parents around the world become their kid's go-to birds and bees source. Amy is a Mom's Choice Award Winner for her book & video and the host of Just Say This! an advice-column style podcast offering parental guidance for the birds and bees talks. Get Hunter's book, Raising Good Humans now! Click here to order and get book bonuses! ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindful mama mentor. She coaches smart, thoughtful parents on how to create calm and cooperation in their daily lives. Hunter has over 20 years of experience in mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide. Be a part of the tribe—we're over 25 thousand strong! Join the Mindful Parenting membership. Take your learning further! Get my Top 2 Best Tools to Stop Yelling AND the Mindful Parenting Roadmap for FREE at: mindfulmamamentor.com/stopyelling/ Find more podcasts, blog posts, free resources, and how to work with Hunter at MindfulMamaMentor.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sex ed is a very sensitive topic.  But as my guest Amy Lang and I discuss, if we don't talk to our kids about it, the internet WILL.  So we need to learn how to swallow our pride and talk about tough topics like sex, p*rn, masturbation, and more.  Website: Birds & Bees & Kids https://birdsandbeesandkids.com/Podcast: Just Say This! https://birdsandbeesandkids.com/category/podcast/IG and FB @birdsbeeskidsBARK - monitoring and filtering for every device your kids use. Books are here Birds & Bees Talks - Sex Talks With Tweens: What to Say & How to Say It- Birds & Bees & YOUR Kids: A Guide to Sharing Your Beliefs About Sexuality, Love & Relationship- It's NOT the Stork- It's SO Amazing (4 - 11 yo) - It's Perfectly Normal (11+ - and you if you are feeling rusty!) Puberty books: - Celebrate Your Body - for girls- Guy StuffPorn: - How to Talk to Your Kids About Pornography- Good Pictures Bad PicturesIf you want a speaker in your school, email liz@savethekids.org and we will get you hooked up! OR fill out the form below.https://savethekids.wufoo.com/forms/z14ppj991ad9jfq/Make sure to check us out on Instagram!@savethekidsinc@bulliesbe.goneIf you want to support STK, use on of the affiliate links bellow for GABB and Pinwheel phones (STK approved and safe for kids)https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=lizhttps://gabbwireless.com/ - code STKSupport the show