Podcasts about big feelings

In this bumper episode, Gen and Amy answer a question from a parent wondering how to manage separation anxiety in her child, and wonders if she's to blame. Plus, they discuss everything from plantar heel pain, to meal prepping, to kid's hurtful words. Join our Facebook group and have your say: https://www.facebook.com/groups/246445168215669 Leave your question for Gen and Amy here: memo.fm/beyondthechaos Email us at beyondthechaos@dm.org.au Get your pack of High Low Buffalo cards here Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bumper episode, Gen and Amy answer a question from a parent wondering how to manage separation anxiety in her child, and wonders if she's to blame. Plus, they discuss everything from plantar heel pain, to meal prepping, to kid's hurtful words. Join our Facebook group and have your say: https://www.facebook.com/groups/246445168215669 Leave your question for Gen and Amy here: memo.fm/beyondthechaos Email us at beyondthechaos@dm.org.au Get your pack of High Low Buffalo cards here Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the ZenRUN Podcast, I chat with the wonderful Ben Ridley - Perth runner, Delirious West athlete, self-declared road runner, proud husband of Karin Ridley, and possibly one of the most committed “super crew” members in the ultra-running world. Ben's story starts with a childhood full of sport - footy, swimming, surf lifesaving, T-ball, basketball - basically everything except running. Because running? Absolutely not. Ben grew up with chronic asthma, tricky knees, and a very strong dislike of running. But life has a funny way of circling back. After years of work, family life, health challenges, weight struggles, FIFO, mental health battles, and a major lifestyle shift, Ben and Karin found themselves at parkrun. And that changed everything. What started as a Saturday morning “why would anyone do this?” moment slowly became 5Ks, 10Ks, trails, half marathons, Feral Pig, Delirious West, 100 milers, 200 miler attempts, big DNFs, big lessons, big friendships, and a running life Ben never expected. This episode is funny, honest, emotional, and very Ben. We talk about weight loss surgery, running for mental health, the magic of parkrun, the chaos of Delirious West, crewing Karin, hallucinations, chafing, broken tyres, beers at aid stations, podcast-fuelled road running, and why community might be the greatest thing running has given him. Why You'll Love This Episode Ben shares: How he went from not being able to run a couple of hundred metres to becoming an ultra runner Why parkrun was the perfect no-pressure place to begin How he and Karin rebuilt their health together The reality of weight loss surgery - and why it was definitely not the “easy way out” His first 50K at Feral Pig and why he was “carrying on like a pork chop” halfway through His unforgettable Delirious West 100 miler finish with only 30 minutes to spare What it was like crewing Karin through her 200 miler after his own race ended The grief and emotion of losing his mum during Delirious Why DNFs hurt, but don't define you How running has become one of his biggest mental health tools Why he's currently loving road running, Melbourne Marathon training, and running into the MCG Why running with mates, coffee after parkrun, and pub run friendships matter so much Why Delirious still has baggage, but also still has a pull How he's heading back to Delirious with mates for the Great Southern Beer Run Tips From Ben Ben shared some really practical, honest advice for runners who are struggling to get out the door: 1. Find your reason why Don't just run because you “should.” Work out why it matters to you. Is it your mental health? Your fitness? Your friendships? A goal? A bit of space from life? That reason helps get you moving when motivation disappears. 2. Remember how you feel once you're out there Ben says the hardest part is often getting out the door. Once you're moving, things start to shift. Your head clears. Life feels a bit lighter. The run does what it came to do. 3. Use something that helps you get started For Ben, that might be a podcast, music, a book, or just being out on the trail listening to birds and trees. The point is simple: make the run easier to begin. 4. Run with people when you can Community has been huge for Ben. Parkrun, pub run, trail events, Ultra Series, coffee after runs - these people have become lifelong friends. Sometimes running is less about the running and more about who it brings into your life. 5. Walking counts Ben's reminder is simple and brilliant: Half an hour is better than nothing. If you can't run, walk. If you can't do the full plan, do something. It still matters. 6. Strength training helps Ben is a big believer in strength work for runners, especially if you want to keep running longer distances, reduce injury risk, and avoid the post-run “can't sit down on the toilet” situation. Very practical. Very true. A Beautiful Reminder From Ben's Story Ben's story is a reminder that running doesn't have to start perfectly. You don't need to grow up as “a runner.” You don't need to be fast. You don't need to have it all together. You can start with one parkrun. You can walk. You can struggle. You can DNF. You can come back. And somewhere along the way, running might become less about proving something - and more about finding your people, clearing your head, and becoming someone you never expected to be. Connect With Ben You'll most likely find Ben at parkrun, pub run, crewing Karin, running roads, signing up for something ridiculous with mates, or preparing for his next Delirious adventure. And if you see him at an aid station, he may remind you: You did choose to do this. Delirious WEST event Website - https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/ Interested in the 2027 DW? Go join the event Facebook Group so you don't miss when the race opens for entries in June for new runners - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387

Does your dog have big feelings about dog agility? Whether they love the sport so much they can't contain themselves or have big feelings about new environments, other dogs, or strangers, in this episode Bronagh and I talk about how big feelings impact your dog's agility performance and what you can do about it.

In Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, housing debates are tied to favorite trees, familiar views, flood scars, and whether younger residents can afford to stay. Planning commissioner and neighborhood organizer Taylor Lightman talks about what it's like to rewrite zoning in the same place you grew up. He explains how a housing committee rallied around ADUs, why they rolled back strict parking and owner‑occupancy rules, and how they worked through worries about students, flooding, and change itself. The conversation paints a detailed picture of housing reform in a small town that wants to welcome more neighbors without losing its character. ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES Taylor Lightman (LinkedIn) Not Just Bikes & Strong Towns Youtube Playlist (Youtube) Local Recommendations:‍ Mondragon Books Lewisburg Farmers Market Campus Theatre Tiffany Owens Reed (Instagram) Do you know someone who would make for a great Bottom-Up Revolution guest? Let us know here!   This podcast is made possible by Strong Towns members. Thank you! Join fellow members discussing this episode in The Commons.

Big feelings, overwhelm, distraction, and anxious thoughts are not just things children experience - they're part of everyday life for parents, business owners, salon owners, and anyone trying to manage a busy mind.In this episode of Coffee with Carissa, I sit down with Jayden for a gentle and honest conversation about feelings, emotions, worry, sadness, focus, forgetfulness, and what helps when our thoughts start running away from us. Together, we talk about how big emotions can show up, how the brain can jump into future worries, and why it is so important to pause, question our thoughts, and come back to what is actually happening right now.In this episode, we talk about:

It's an AMEN episode, and can we get an amen for how hard it is packing lunch boxes? Do your kids pack their own? Do they eat the food you give them? Will the cycle of bringing home uneaten food ever end? Jump in our Facebook group and let us know: https://www.facebook.com/groups/246445168215669 Leave your question for Gen and Amy here: memo.fm/beyondthechaos Email us at beyondthechaos@dm.org.au Get your pack of High Low Buffalo cards here Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's an AMEN episode, and can we get an amen for how hard it is packing lunch boxes? Do your kids pack their own? Do they eat the food you give them? Will the cycle of bringing home uneaten food ever end? Jump in our Facebook group and let us know: https://www.facebook.com/groups/246445168215669 Leave your question for Gen and Amy here: memo.fm/beyondthechaos Email us at beyondthechaos@dm.org.au Get your pack of High Low Buffalo cards here Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

School avoidance is becoming an increasingly common challenge for families, schools, and communities.For some children, walking through the school gates can feel overwhelming. Anxiety, bullying, social pressures, learning difficulties, emotional distress, and feeling unsafe can all contribute to school refusal and disengagement.In Episode 3 of Big Feelings, Growing Brains, we explore what may sit beneath school avoidance and what families, educators, and communities can do to help children reconnect with learning.In this episode, you'll learn:• Why some children struggle to attend school• What fear and anxiety can look like in the classroom• The importance of emotional safety and belonging• How schools and families can work together• Practical strategies to support attendance and confidenceFeaturing educators, parents, wellbeing leaders, and community voices, this conversation focuses on understanding rather than judgment and support rather than blame.Because children learn best when they feel safe, connected, and seen.Big Feelings, Growing Brains is a special Thriving Minds podcast series helping parents, educators, and communities navigate the challenges of modern childhood together.Support the showSubscribe and support the podcast at https://www.buzzsprout.com/367319/supporters/newLearn more at www.profselenabartlett.com

Why do some children seem calm one moment and completely overwhelmed the next when it is time to switch off a screen?In Episode 2 of Big Feelings, Growing Brains, we explore what is really happening in the developing brain when children move from highly stimulating digital environments back into everyday life.Together, parents, educators, and wellbeing leaders discuss why screen transitions can trigger big emotions, what children are trying to communicate through their behaviour, and practical strategies that can help reduce conflict at home and school.In this episode, you'll discover:• Why screens can be so difficult to switch off• What is happening in the brain during a meltdown• Why connection before correction works• Simple ways to support smoother transitions• Practical ideas from people who have been thereThis is not about blame, shame, or perfect parenting. It is about helping adults better understand growing brains and respond with confidence, compassion, and connection.Behind many screen meltdowns are often big feelings, and children who need support learning how to regulate them.Big Feelings, Growing Brains is a special Thriving Minds podcast series created by the community, for the community.Support the showSubscribe and support the podcast at https://www.buzzsprout.com/367319/supporters/newLearn more at www.profselenabartlett.com

In this episode of The Grand Balance, working grandmas Angela and Sharon discuss toddler tantrums, emotional regulation, attention-seeking behavior, and expert-backed strategies for handling meltdowns calmly. Plus, real-life stories about balancing family, caregiving, travel, health, and the chaos of modern grandparenting. Episode Notes:  Sharon's Fabulous Find: Roe Powder Sunscreen Impulse: Brain Training App  

In this lively episode of Reading With Your Kids, Jed welcomes author-illustrator Maddie Frost to celebrate her new illustrated middle grade novel, Really Ruby, along with her other upcoming releases. Maddie introduces us to Ruby Fox, an 11-year-old heading off to a month-long summer camp in Vermont—without her best friend Riley, who's sidelined with a broken ankle. Based on Maddie's own camp experiences, the story explores anxiety, homesickness, friendship shifts, and the scary-but-exciting feeling of stepping outside your bubble. Maddie shares her journey from Mass College of Art animation student and restaurant worker to full-time children's book creator—complete with the "no backup plan" leap where she quit her teaching job to seriously pursue books. She talks about the joy of making deeply personal, funny, slightly awkward stories for middle grade readers and how Ruby's doodle-style illustrations let her embrace imperfection and authenticity. We also hear about her whirlwind June releases: Really Ruby, Stuffy Stand (a picture book about burnout, asking for help, and collaboration), and Farm Shark, a wildly silly farm story written by former Simpsons writer Bill Canterbury. Later in the episode, Jed is joined by Paul Paolilli and Dan Brewer, co-authors of Pondering: A Story in Cinquains. Dan, a high school English teacher, explains how the American cinquain form helps kids play with language, rhythm, and imagery, while Paul reflects on ponds, nature, and how poetry invites kids to slow down, observe, and imagine. Together, they and Jed explore how poetic picture books can spark conversations, creativity, and deeper family reading experiences.

Time outs are a contentious subject; while they've been used to try and discipline children for a long time, do they ever actually work? Amy and Gen discuss a great listener question this week from a mum who is not sure. Plus, Amy has a cracker of a 'low' from her trip to Vietnam. Leave your question for Gen and Amy here: memo.fm/beyondthechaos Email us at beyondthechaos@dm.org.au Get your pack of High Low Buffalo cards here Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Time outs are a contentious subject; while they've been used to try and discipline children for a long time, do they ever actually work? Amy and Gen discuss a great listener question this week from a mum who is not sure. Plus, Amy has a cracker of a 'low' from her trip to Vietnam. Leave your question for Gen and Amy here: memo.fm/beyondthechaos Email us at beyondthechaos@dm.org.au Get your pack of High Low Buffalo cards here Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Children Melt Down When Screens EndWhy do simple moments like “time to turn it off” so often end in tears, anger, shutdowns, or emotional explosions?In the first episode of Big Feelings, Growing Brains, neuroscientist Professor Selena Bartlett brings together educators, parents, and wellbeing voices to explore what is really happening in the developing brain during screen-time transitions.Featuring:Professor Selena BartlettDr Mark Williams, cognitive neuroscientist, Author, ScreenSmart ChildrenJennie Dreever from Younity Community ServicesKim, sharing a parent perspectiveHIPPY (Home Interaction Program for Parents and Youngsters)Together, they explore:why screens are so hard to switch offwhy transitions can trigger emotional escalationwhat parents and teachers are seeing in real lifehow connection helps regulate overwhelmed brainspractical ways to reduce stress and conflict at home and schoolThis episode is not about blame or shame. It is about helping adults better understand growing brains in a rapidly changing digital world.Big Feelings, Growing Brains is a special Thriving Minds mini-series bringing together neuroscience, lived experience, education, and community wisdom to support children, families, and educators.Support the showSubscribe and support the podcast at https://www.buzzsprout.com/367319/supporters/newLearn more at www.profselenabartlett.com

Amy and Gen are popping in your feeds for a quick Mother's Day reflection, with Amy dialling in from Vietnam. Will it be better than last year's disaster? Plus, it's Gen's first Mother's Day without her own mum. Leave your question for Gen and Amy here: memo.fm/beyondthechaos Email us at beyondthechaos@dm.org.au Get your pack of High Low Buffalo cards here Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy and Gen are popping in your feeds for a quick Mother's Day reflection, with Amy dialling in from Vietnam. Will it be better than last year's disaster? Plus, it's Gen's first Mother's Day without her own mum. Leave your question for Gen and Amy here: memo.fm/beyondthechaos Email us at beyondthechaos@dm.org.au Get your pack of High Low Buffalo cards here Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to Pep Talk Friday, an episode of Raising Confident Girls. In this episode, Melissa Jones explores what's really happening underneath those emotionally charged moments when your child says things like, “This is all your fault.”Rather than seeing these exchanges as signs of failure or disrespect, Melissa helps parents understand how big emotions often reveal a child's unmet needs, overwhelm, or struggle to communicate what they're truly feeling. She shares how easy it is to react defensively in the moment—and why learning to pause before responding can completely shift the direction of the conversation.With compassion and practical insight, Melissa encourages parents to meet frustration with calm presence instead of immediate correction. By approaching difficult moments with curiosity rather than control, parents can create more emotional safety, deeper connection, and fewer power struggles over time.Tune in to discover: Why your child's hurtful words are often more about emotion than blame  How pausing before reacting can change the entire tone of an interaction  What calm presence communicates to a dysregulated child  Why curiosity creates more connection than defensiveness  How challenging moments can become opportunities for growth and understanding  Practical ways to respond to big feelings with empathy and confidence This episode is a reminder that conflict doesn't have to create distance. Even the hardest parenting moments can become opportunities to strengthen trust, deepen connection, and better understand what your child truly needs.Melissa's Links:• Website • Instagram • Facebook• TikTok• LinkedIn

After a pretty emotional main episode, we ease things up a bit with Natty Harris in this week's Spark. And yes, there's still depth, but there's also plenty of laughs. We get into the creative trends Natty's quietly over (sorry, sans serif lovers), the tiny things that can instantly improve your day, and why a really good pen might be one of life's greatest underrated joys. There's also a very relatable chat about overthinking, writing, and that awkward gap between what's in your head and what actually makes it onto the page. Natty shares her creative hero, Frida Kahlo, and why being unapologetically yourself is harder than it sounds but absolutely worth striving for. Plus, we build the ultimate dinner party guest list, talk Netflix obsessions, and get into the kind of questions that are somehow both silly and weirdly revealing. And of course, we end on a high note with possibly the best question we've ever had for a future guest. It involves pasta. You've been warned.

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Have you ever thought, 'man my child just loves to push my buttons'? Most parents have at some point. Well, Gen has some thoughts around the idea of back chat and pushing buttons that might surprise you. Plus, Amy reckons the Tooth Fairy needs to lift her game. Leave your question for Gen and Amy here: memo.fm/beyondthechaos Email us at beyondthechaos@dm.org.au Get your pack of High Low Buffalo cards here Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lessons from emotions with my son. We all have big feelings, do we make some of them right and some of them wrong? I share 4 simple steps to move through emotions in 3 minutes or less and invite you to do it with me on the podcast. Because who you become when you're not afraid of emotions is worth it. Enjoy!  

It's May and the beginning of the Toddler Essentials Series! This week Jennifer and Laura are focusing on navigating all the toddler emotions. They'll talk about why “big feelings” are normal, manageable emotions driven by curiosity and development rather than malice or manipulation, emphasizing that toddlers learn cause and effect and social behavior through experimentation, including hitting or biting. This a great time for parents to remember that toddlers are strong, adaptable, and resilient, and that repeated, confident messages of belief in their capabilities—especially after tantrums, before bed, and in front of trusted adults—lay the foundation for self-regulation, kindness, and future empathy.

When was the last time you allowed yourself to truly be curious? What if, instead of rushing to pick a side, we asked more questions to better understand our neighbor? These are just a few of the questions Joe and author Britney Winn Lee discuss on today's episode of the podcast. Britney wrote a fabulous book entitled: "Sacred Curiosity: Wondering Our Way Toward Wholeness". In it and in this episode, she shares insights and learnings about what a world might look like if we all leaned in more with curiosity instead of rushing to pass judgement. It's a fantastic discussion, enjoy! About Briney Winn Lee Britney Winn Lee is an author, nonprofit professional, and seminarian who writes to make room. Living in Louisiana with her creative husband and big-hearted son, Lee works bivocationally as the Grants Outreach Coordinator for the United Methodist Foundation while also publishing numerous books, including The Boy with Big, Big Feelings, Rally: Communal Prayers for Lovers of Jesus and Justice, and Good Night, Body: Finding Calm from Head to Toe. With a BA in religious studies and a master's degree in nonprofit administration, Lee has worked for over a decade in faith- and justice-based, creative community-building.   About 'Sacred Curiosity' Curiosity slows us down, tunes us in for transformation, pushes past shame, activates awe, and rewrites with hope. What if our most accessible resource for healing and transformation is ready and waiting to be harnessed? When everything feels gray and hopeless, curiosity emerges as an unexpected path back to color and life. Sacred Curiosity explores how the simple practice of remaining open to wonder can become a powerful force for personal and communal renewal.   Make sure to check out the Dtalkspodcast.com website! Thanks to Empire Toys for this episode of the podcast! Nostalgia is something everyone loves and Empire Toys in Keller Texas is on nostalgia overload.   With toys and action figures from the 70's, 80's, 90's, and today, Empire Toys is a one-stop-shop for a trip down memory lane and a chance to reclaim what was once yours (but likely sold at a garage sale)   Check out Empire Toys on Facebook, Instagram, or at TheEmpireToys.com AND Thanks to Self Unbound for this episode of the podcast: Your quality of life: physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually, is a direct reflection of the level of abundant energy, ease, and connection your nervous system has to experience your life!    At Self Unbound, your nervous system takes center stage as we help unbind your limited healing potential through NetworkSpinal Care.    Access the first steps to your Unbound journey by following us on Facebook, Instagram, or at www.selfunbound.com

How much do you know about myopia? Or even what it is? It's super common in children, and can not only affect how children see the world, but their ability to learn and play. Today on the show we're joined by Margaret Lam, Head Optometrist at 1001 Optometry, to learn more about myopia. To find out more about 1001 Optometry's Magnif-eye tool, head to magnifeye.com.au Leave your question for Gen and Amy here: memo.fm/beyondthechaos Email us at beyondthechaos@dm.org.au Get your pack of High Low Buffalo cards here Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jessica speaks to Pluto Out of Bounds in Aquarius and Saturn + Neptune in Aries before she unpacks this weeks' wee list of mighty transits. To learn more about what Pluto, Neptune, and Saturn are doing this year, check out the Astrology of 2026 here: https://www.lovelanyadoo.com/shop/the-astrology-of-2026-how-to-work-with-the-biggest-shifts-of-the-year. Watch the video version of Ghost of a Podcast on my Patreon or right here: https://www.youtube.com/jessicalanyadoo/videos

Today we re-cast an important episode about end-of-school-year emotions and all the big feelings. It's graduation time. Robin is smack in the middle of this emotional time and Lynn has navigated it twice. So they're both crying. ...and here's the Katrina Kenison piece that Lynn mentions: https://www.katrinakenison.com/2020/03/16/the-gift-of-an-ordinary-day/ WE'VE MADE PLAYLISTS OF OUR EPISODES TO HELP YOU FIND RESOURCES ON SPECIFIC TOPICS. Here is our first: For those brand new to the podcast, we suggest starting with this playlist featuring Lynn Lyons and the 7-part anxiety disruptor series as well as a 3-part series on the skills most helpful in managing anxious kids: flexibility, problem solving, and autonomy. Consult our Spotify profile for the most up-to-date selection. We will select two listeners who complete our listener survey. We hope it is you! FOLLOW US Join the Facebook group to get news on the upcoming courses for parents, teens, and kids. Follow Flusterclux on Facebook and Instagram. Follow Lynn Lyons on Twitter and Youtube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You're listening to Voices of Your Village, and today we're talking about something every parent and educator runs into: what do we actually do when kids have big feelings? In this episode, I'm joined by Jon Fogel, and we're digging into emotional regulation, what it really looks like to help kids move through disappointment, frustration, fear, and overwhelm, and why we can't wait until a child is melting down to start teaching those skills. We talk about songs, games, sensory tools, and the power of practicing regulation in calm moments so kids have something to reach for when things get hard. Jon also shares the story behind his new children's book, Set My Feelings Free, and why giving kids simple, repeatable tools can make such a difference. Alright folks, let's dive in. Connect with Jon: Instagram: @wholeparent Website: wholeparentacademy.com Order the book: Set My Feelings Free Podcast: Whole Parent Podcast Connect with us: Instagram and TikTok: @seed.and.sew  Seed and Sew's NEW Regulation Questionnaire: Take the Quiz Order Big Kids, Bigger Feelings now!  Website: seedandsew.org Credits: Host: Alyssa Blask Campbell Co-host: Rachel Lounder Production/Editing: Kristin Mork-McVeigh Graphics: Kayla Kurland-Davis/ Beki Rohrig Music by: Ruby Adams and  Bensound Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dr. Lisa Damour is a psychologist, bestselling author, and one of the clearest voices on teenagers, anxiety, and adolescent development. She is the author of Untangled, Under Pressure, and The Emotional Lives of Teenagers, and served as a scientific consultant on Disney/Pixar's Inside Out 2. This week, Lisa joins Marlon to talk about teen mental health, healthy coping, anxiety, screen time, emotional regulation, and what parents actually need to know about when to worry. They also get into why big feelings are not always a problem to solve, connection before correction, and why teenagers are often more compassionate than adults give them credit for. Keep up with Dr. Lisa Damour! Website - https://drlisadamour.com/ Podcast - Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Raising Tweens & Teens

You're probably cringing at the thought of it, but we all know how important the 'where do babies come from' conversation is. But what age is appropriate, and what do you say? We hear from a listener grappling with this. Leave your question for Gen and Amy here: memo.fm/beyondthechaos Email us at beyondthechaos@dm.org.au Get your pack of High Low Buffalo cards here Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The third episode of our Spielberg series covers E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial and explores how one glowing finger traumatized a generation, turned bikes into pedal-powered UFOs, and made Reese's Pieces an emotional bribe. We break down suburban chaos, DIY alien tech, government creeps, and the subtle art of guilt-tripping kids via extraterrestrial manipulation. Snark, nostalgia, and your tear ducts are officially invited—bring tissues, chocolate, or both. ----more---- Thank you so much for listening! Please help us spread the word by leaving us a 5-star review!    Hosts: Craig Dickinson: x.com/CraigMDickinson Corey Heitschmidt: x.com/HeitSolo Justin Eldon: x.com/justineldon7   Connect with us:  Website: readingbetweenthereels.podbean.com X: x.com/ReadBtweenReels Facebook: facebook.com/ReadBtweenReels Email: ReadingBetweenReels@gmail.com SpeakPipe: speakpipe.com/ReadingBetweentheReels   You can also join our Facebook group. It's a safe place to share your thoughts and discuss all things related to movies. You can find us at facebook.com/groups/readbtweenreels   Visit our TeePublic store for t-shirts, hats, hoodies, mugs, and more!   If you are interesting in advertising on this podcast, please go to: podbean.com/advertiseonRBR   The following music was used for this media project: Music: "Neon Fury" by Sascha Ende Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/12190-neon-fury License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Amy is back, and needs some help from Gen managing her kids and screens. Can you have different rules for different kids? Plus, Gen and Amy compare their very different school holidays. Leave your question for Gen and Amy here: memo.fm/beyondthechaos Email us at beyondthechaos@dm.org.au Get your pack of High Low Buffalo cards here Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Drop us some Fan Mail. Thanks!Question: My 2nd grader, adopted domestically, has some pretty big, hard behaviors, like tantrums, clingy whining, and difficulty cooperating or sharing. We know there was prenatal substance exposure. I feel stuck to help them with their big feelings and big behaviors — what do I do to help them day to day?Resources:5 Tips to Save Your Sanity While Raising Kids with Prenatal Substance ExposurePrenatal Exposure, Part 1: Parenting Babies Through Elementary AgesTantrums, Meltdowns, Whining, Oh My! How to Parent Challenging BehaviorsFree E-Guide: Navigating Challenging Behaviors - Practical Strategies for FamiliesSupport the showPlease leave us a rating or review.  This podcast is produced by www.CreatingaFamily.org. We are a national non-profit with the mission to strengthen and inspire adoptive, foster & kinship parents and the professionals who support them.Creating a Family brings you the following trauma-informed, expert-based content:Weekly podcastsWeekly articles/blog postsResource pages on all aspects of family building

Why can’t kids just calm down? Here’s the truth: they’re not supposed to. Expecting children to manage their emotions alone is like expecting them to drive a car before they’ve learned to walk. In this episode, Justin and Kylie bust the biggest parenting myth about big feelings — and share 3 powerful, science-backed strategies you can use in the heat of the moment to help your child ride the emotional waves. KEY POINTS Kids’ brains are on “L-plates” when it comes to emotion regulation — it’s a developmental process. Big feelings are normal, not a sign of “bad behaviour.” Three strategies parents can use: Distraction – helps reset the nervous system. Co-regulation – lending your calm to your child. Pause problem-solving – wait until emotions settle before teaching or fixing. Parents often feel judged when meltdowns happen in public — but compassion (for ourselves and our kids) is the game-changer. QUOTE OF THE EPISODE “No one can think clearly in a fire drill — and that’s exactly what trying to reason with a child mid-meltdown is like.” RESOURCES MENTIONED Happy Families resources for parenting strategies & support Little People, Big Feelings Summit See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most kids go through a phase where they can use some really callous language, and while this is normal, it is shocking! Today, Gen answers a listener question about a little girl who can say some not very nice things. Leave your question for Gen and Amy here: memo.fm/beyondthechaos Email us at beyondthechaos@dm.org.au Get your pack of High Low Buffalo cards here Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Helping children manage big emotions doesn't start in the moment of meltdown—it starts long before.In this episode of Overpowering Emotions, Dr. Caroline breaks down how self-monitoring builds emotional regulation from the inside out. You'll learn how naming feelings with precision keeps the brain online, why body signals matter more than behaviour alone, and how small daily check-ins can prevent overwhelm before it escalates.Dr. Caroline shares practical tools like feelings wheels, body mapping, coping cards, and self-coaching journals, along with real-life examples from parenting and clinical work. She also addresses a common trap—rescuing kids too quickly—and explains how to support without taking over.This episode is essential listening for educators, parents, and mental health professionals who want to help children and teens build lasting emotional skills, increase independence, and feel more in control of their reactions.Homework Activities for AdultsDaily Emotion Check-InsAsk: “What are 3 feelings you had today?”Use visuals (feelings wheel, emoji chart)Resource: printable feelings wheel or fridge chartBody Awareness PracticePrompt: “What does your chest/tummy/hands feel like?”Do this during calm moments, not just stressResource: body map template (outline of body to label sensations)Before–After Coping ReflectionBefore: “How do you think you'll feel?”After: “What worked? What didn't?”Resource: simple rating scale (1–10)Self-Coaching JournalWrite phrases like:“I can do this”“I'm scared but I can handle it”Resource: notebook or printable journal prompts“Can't Yet” ChallengeList “I can't…” statementsAdd “yet”Move one item into action each weekAdult Modelling PracticeSay out loud:“I'm feeling overwhelmed—my chest feels tight. I'm going to slow down.”Keep it simple and containedBasic Needs CheckTrack:FoodWaterSleepResource: daily checklistEnjoying the show? Help out by rating this podcast on Apple to help others get access to this information too! apple.co/3ysFijh Follow Dr. Caroline YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.carolinebuzankoIG: https://www.instagram.com/dr.carolinebuzanko/ LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/dr-caroline-buzankoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrCarolineBuzanko/Website: https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/Resources: https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/resources/articles-child-resilience-well-being-psychology/ Business inquiries: https://korupsychology.ca/contact-us/Want to learn more about helping kids strengthen their emotion regulation skills and problem-solving brains while boosting their confidence, independence, and resilience? Check out my many training opportunities! https://drcarolinebuzanko.com/upcoming-events/

Deciding what to do with unused embryos after IVF can feel overwhelming, lonely, and loaded with grief. In this episode, we talk honestly about the emotional weight of unused embryos and why so many people get stuck here for years. I walk through the most common options clinics offer, explain what each one actually means, and introduce additional paths like compassionate transfer and using ritual when none of the standard choices feel right for you. Then I share a simple 3‑step system to help you move forward when you feel completely stuck, so you can make decisions that align with your values and find some peace with whatever you choose. In this episode you'll learn: Why unused embryos bring up such big and conflicting feelings What your clinic's standard options really involve (storage, donation, research, disposal, and more) What a compassionate transfer is and when it may be offered How ritual and meaning‑making can help with grief around unused embryos A practical 3‑step process to move from paralysis to the next right decision for you If you're facing decisions about unused embryos and feel torn, this conversation is for you. You are not alone, and there is a way through. For more support around IVF, donor conception, and surrogacy, check the links in the show notes.

In this special A-GEN episode, Gen dives into some of the fears both parents of boys and girls have right now; The Manosphere and raising good boys. Leave your question for Gen and Amy here: memo.fm/beyondthechaos Email us at beyondthechaos@dm.org.au Get your pack of High Low Buffalo cards here Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Boston Red Sox lose the first Fenway Park series of the year to the San Diego Padres, Joey Copponi and Scott Neville give you an hour-long therapy session to get some big feelings off your chest and hopefully prepare for a Red Sox reset. All that, plus a  preview of the upcoming Brewers series. All that, and much more!

Amy has just gotten back from a family holiday to Bali and she not only survived, she thrived! Plus, Gen recounts the family holiday from hell where she almost died (apparently). Leave your question for Gen and Amy here: memo.fm/beyondthechaos Get your pack of High Low Buffalo cards here Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Portland storyteller and comic Ash Allen is on something of a roll. She’s won the Moth’s StorySLAM multiple times. Willamette Week recently named her one of its Funniest Five and in 2025 she was a Best of Portland Comedy finalist. Allen has headlined festivals including Pickathon, Fire and Story, and Hell Yes Fest.   She says this debut solo storytelling show “Big Feelings Baby" is “rooted in queer identity, grief, humor, and the act of reclaiming one’s voice.” She explores what it means to “grow up different” in the Mississippi woods, “to be asked to quiet that difference, and to eventually choose to live out loud.” Allen joins us to share more details about her upbringing and her show that premiers this weekend  

Today on the show, we hear a heartbreaking but all too common dilemma from a dad whose child is struggling to be understood at their school. Gen and Amy offer some advice for this parent on how to support their child at home. Leave your question for Gen and Amy here: memo.fm/beyondthechaos Get your pack of High Low Buffalo cards here Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a fun and loose AMEN episode today, and since Amy just turned 40, her and Gen break down the unique exhaustion that comes with parenting in your fourth decade (and just existing as woman, full stop!) Leave your question for Gen and Amy here: memo.fm/beyondthechaos Get your pack of High Low Buffalo cards here Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What was supposed to be a 30-minute indroductory wedding dance lesson turned into something completely different. Picture this: A ballroom dance studio. Michael Bublé playing on a loop. A bride to be in white satin heels trying to learn the foxtrot — whlie slowly losing confidence with every step. The steps weren't the real problem. What was happening underneath the choreography was something deeper: emotion, vulnerability, and the desire to feel like she truly belonged on her wedding day. That moment — and several others like it — sparked a question that would eventually change the entire trajectory of my life. In this shorter solocast episode of Don't Cut Your Own Bangs, I share the one of the stories that lead me from working as a ballroom dance instructor to becoming a therapist, and the simple questions I return to when life feels overwhelming or unclear. This episode also marks a new storytelling format I'm experimenting with on the show — similar in many ways to my other solo episodes but more story driven with some reflections, and practical mental health tools alongside my guest interviews.  Seven Questions I Use When I Feel Overwhelmed Over the years, I've learned that clarity often starts with a better question. These are seven simple check-in questions I return to when I feel stuck, overwhelmed, or emotionally foggy. Where can I be more honest right now? What am I avoiding? Where am I holding tension? If I were more gentle here, what could change? HALT: Am I Hungry, Angry, Lonely, or Tired? Who am I jealous of right now — and what might that be telling me about something I want to create? Sweet or savory? Sometimes clarity begins with a very small decision. A Few Lines From This Episode "Emotions aren't problems. They're information." "The moments that change our lives often start with a better question." "You don't always need the answer — sometimes you just need the next right step." Key Takeaways • Emotional awareness begins with curiosity, not criticism • A better question can unlock clarity when you feel stuck • Emotions are signals that guide us, not obstacles to eliminate • You don't have to solve everything — sometimes the goal is simply the next right step Resources Mentioned Treasured: A Guided Journal https://danielleireland.com/journal Wrestling a Walrus: For Little People with Big Feelings https://danielleireland.com YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DontCutYourOwnBangs If This Episode Resonated With You Please rate, review, and subscribe to Don't Cut Your Own Bangs. Reviews help more people discover the show, and if someone in your life might need this message today, share this episode with them. Your time and attention mean the world to me. Until next time, Take good care of yourself. And remember… Don't cut your own bangs.

While we know that kids often just copy things they see on tv or in the media, sometimes that means that they can do things that are a little too...mature for their age. That's what a mum is struggling with this week, with her daughter's dancing, and wants to know the best way to handle it. Plus a fail that ended up with a hole in Amy's wall. Leave your question for Gen and Amy here: memo.fm/beyondthechaos Get your pack of High Low Buffalo cards here Order Amy Gerard's book 'Strap Yourself In' HERE Order Gen Muir's book 'Little People, Big Feelings' HERE Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Young Dad Podcast, host Jey Young speaks with Jenny Hornby, a licensed professional counselor and children's book author, about the intricacies of parenting and mental health. They discuss the importance of connection over perfection, the journey to becoming a counselor, and the significance of curiosity and compassion in parenting. Jenny shares insights on rupture and repair in relationships, the role of dads, and the necessity of allowing children to make mistakes. The conversation emphasizes the value of co-regulation and teamwork in parenting, as well as the importance of being present with children. The episode concludes with a lighthearted 'Dad Zone' segment featuring fun questions.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Parenting and Counseling02:52 The Journey to Becoming a Counselor05:41 Rupture and Repair in Relationships08:45 The Importance of Curiosity and Compassion11:50 Embracing a Beginner's Mind in Parenting14:47 Navigating Parenting Styles and Sibling Dynamics17:44 Power Struggles and Authority in Parenting20:51 The Role of Dads in Parenting23:44 Strengths and Teamwork in Parenting26:44 The Importance of Co-Regulation29:48 Allowing Kids to Make Mistakes32:39 The Value of Connection Over Perfection35:34 The Dad Zone: Fun and Lighthearted Questions52:48 lifestyle-outro-high-short.wavClick the link for YDP deals (Triad Math, Forefathers, and more) - https://linktr.ee/youngdadpod Interested in being a guest on the Young Dad Podcast? Reach out to Jey Young through PodMatch at this link: https://www.joinpodmatch.com/youngdadLastly,consider making a monetary donation to support the Pod, https://buymeacoffee.com/youngdadpod.

Today's solo episode is coming straight from my real life and into our cozy little corner of the internet. You know those days where everything hits at once… and you're like, "Cool cool cool, love this for me"… except you still have to show up, be a person, and function? That was me. And instead of offering you a perfectly polished "stress management in theory" conversation, I'm sharing what I actually do when the shit hits the fan: a visualization I call the Bridge Meditation, some very therapeutic rage journaling, and the moment that helped me loosen my grip on the deeper fear underneath it all—this old story that gets loud when life piles on: "I'm not believed." This episode is honest, meant to feel like a deep breath and to help us explore the question - What do you actually do when everything feels like too much—and you still have to be a person in the world? IN THIS EPISODE: What I do when everything feels like too much (and I can't just "take a break") Why toxic positivity makes me want to throw my phone into the sea The difference between capital-T Truth vs. lowercase-t truth (moment-truth) My Bridge Meditation (basket + river stones + letting water do the work) Why emotions don't last forever… unless my thoughts keep reloading them How I use rage journaling as healthy anger (not aggression) The root pattern I spotted underneath my spiral: "If I'm not believed, I'm not safe." A small practice that's simple but weirdly powerful: looking in the mirror and saying, "I believe you." How doing this work first changed a conversation I had later RESOURCES I MENTION: The Treasured Journal (A Journal for Unearthing You) https://danielleireland.com/journal  Wrestling a Walrus (For Little People with Big Feelings) https://danielleireland.com/wrestling-a-walrus  My Bridge Meditation (I describe it in this episode — and I'm planning to record a standalone version soon) CONNECT WITH ME (Danielle): YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DontCutYourOwnBangs Website: https://danielleireland.com The Treasured Journal: https://danielleireland.com/journal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dontcutyourownbangs Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danielleireland.LCSW TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dontcutyourownbangspod Listen on Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dont-cut-your-own-bangs/id1427579922 Listen on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/0VFZulonTvaa2HIPyJa4Tq?si=JyAzazfISPWyg6I11hAylg Substack: https://danielleireland.substack.com SUPPORT THE SHOW: If this episode felt like a nervous system hug, you can help the show grow by: Subscribing / following Leaving a rating + review Sharing it with a friend who's also holding a lot Sending me a note: danielle@danielleireland.com ABOUT THE SHOW: Don't Cut Your Own Bangs is a cozy corner of the internet for high-functioning humans with big feelings — the capable ones who get things done but quietly wonder if something's missing. If you're the unicorn in a power suit (or a perfectly neutral sweater), building a life that looks "right" on paper but still craving something freer and more alive — you're in the right place. I'm Danielle Ireland — therapist, author, and your guide for turning emotions into allies instead of obstacles. This space is for comfort, community, clarity — and a few laughs along the way. Because you deserve calm without having to earn it.

Jenny Opalinski has spent more than a decade inside hospitals where people lose the ability to speak, breathe, swallow, and sometimes survive. A medical speech language pathologist by training, she worked in ICU, neuro rehab, and long term acute care settings, including a Level 1 trauma center, where she watched clinicians absorb 10 to 15 traumatic events in a single shift and then get told to move the crash cart faster next time.That lived reality pushed her to co found The Wellness Shift, an advocacy and education platform focused on healthcare worker burnout, suicide, and assault. In this conversation, Opalinski walks through the moment that changed everything for her: standing in a hospital hallway listening to a family wail after a failed code, followed by a debrief that addressed logistics and ignored grief entirely.She also explains how that work led to Humanity Rx, her podcast about the human cost of medicine, and Dragon's Breath: Calming Tricks for Big Feelings, a children's book that translates evidence based breathing and regulation strategies into language kids can actually use. The episode covers moral injury, time scarcity, false wellness, respiratory muscle training, and why empathy keeps getting treated as an optional expense instead of clinical infrastructure.RELATED LINKSJenny Opalinski on LinkedInThe Wellness ShiftHumanity RxDragon's Breath: Calming Tricks for Big FeelingsAspire Respiratory ProductsFEEDBACKLike this episode? Rate and review Out of Patients on your favorite podcast platform. For guest suggestions or sponsorship email podcasts@matthewzachary.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What is mindfulness really? According to one fourth-grader, "Not hitting someone in the mouth." Legendary meditation teacher Sharon Salzberg joins Rick and Forrest to discuss how we can work skillfully with anger, fear, and reactivity without becoming doormats or numbing ourselves out through the lens of her new children's book Kind Karl. They explore the protective function of anger, and how we can create more space by relating differently to our thoughts, emotions, and sense of self. Sharon shares a Buddhist lens that links anger and fear, and how looking closely at “what's in the anger” can help us get clarity without collateral damage. Along the way, they talk about the difference between healthy moral anger and the habit of anger, how to extract the positive energy from difficult emotions without getting burned, and how lovingkindness and self-compassion can be active, strengthening forces.  About our Guest: Sharon Salzberg is the co-founder of the Insight Meditation Society, a world-renowned teacher of mindfulness, and author or co-author of 14 books including her seminal work Lovingkindness and her first children's book Kind Karl: A Little Crocodile with Big Feelings. Key Topics: 0:00: Intro and Sharon's new children's book 1:30: Rick and Sharon's personal history 3:40: Making abstract concepts direct and simple 6:00: “Mindfulness means not hitting someone in the mouth.” 12:30: Equanimity, reactivity, and our relationship with pleasure and pain 26:48: Healthy moral anger and outrage 34:17: How mindfulness decenters the self 43:53: Decoupling identity from states of suffering 50:23: Dissolving boundaries, self protection, and loneliness 1:03:09: Recap Support the Podcast: We're on Patreon! If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link. Sponsors Go to Zocdoc.com/BEING to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/beingwell.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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