Podcasts about family stress

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What happens when you become the most emotionally aware person in your family… but everyone else stays the same? In this episode, I'm joined by physician, stress researcher, and founder of the Family Reset program, Dr. Ali Novitsky for a deeply honest conversation about nervous system regulation, emotional labor, family stress dynamics, and what happens when one person starts healing inside a dysregulated system. We talk about: ✨ why the most regulated person often carries the biggest emotional burden ✨ stress patterns inside family systems ✨ emotional contagion and nervous system overload ✨ boundaries, people pleasing, and self-trust ✨ why awareness alone isn't enough ✨ how healing impacts relationships and identity This conversation is for the woman who feels like she's carrying everyone emotionally and is exhausted from being the one holding everything together.

In this story episode of Unashamed, Unafraid, Sam and Mason interview Cam, a BYU construction management student preparing to commission as a combat engineer officer. He tells how his porn addiction grew out of achievement pressure, comparison with high-achieving siblings, and deep shame. After moving frequently and living in a high-performance community, Cam internalized “you're stupid,” then attended a harmful youth program that taught him to see sexuality as evil and God as vengeful. Family stress, his dad losing a job, not getting into West Point, and later COVID intensified depression and escalated acting out, including on his mission. Through honest disclosure, therapy, sponsors, and “rescuing little Cam” with connection, self-care, and patience, Cam's view of God shifted to a loving, patient healer, and with support from his wife he now reports 15 months sober and a renewed sense of purpose.Make a donation and become an Outsider!Follow us on social media! Instagram, Facebook & TikTokSubscribe to our YouTubeCheck out our recommended resourcesWant to rep the message? Shop our MERCH!  For more inspiration, read our blogDo you have a story you are willing to share? Send us an email! contact@unashamedunafraid.comTimestamps:00:00 Welcome and UCAP Update01:41 Meet Cam02:31 Pressure and Shame Growing Up04:23 Porn Exposure and Toxic Program06:22 Family Stress and West Point Collapse08:55 Rock Bottom and Escalation09:42 Mission Struggles and God Image12:28 Therapy and Finding Little Cam16:04 Healing Through Pain and Self Care19:41 Relationships and Marriage Safety22:18 A New View of God25:19 Your Own Recovery

Anxiety is everywhere today, but what if it doesn't always tell us the truth? In this episode of BaseCamp Live, Davies Owens welcomes back Keith McCurdy for another conversation in the Live Sturdy series. Together, they unpack why anxiety has become so common in students and parents, how overcommitment and fear-based decision making fuel the problem, and what schools and families can do to cultivate resilience, wisdom, and hope in a fragile age. Keith shares practical insight from years of counseling families, students, and school leaders. From sports overload to perfectionism to the pressure-filled culture surrounding today's kids, this episode offers a grounded and hopeful perspective on helping children grow stronger instead of more fragile.

“Family Stress, Friendships, & Being Loved” - Clay Stauffer - May 10, 2026 by Sermon

Drop us a line or two . . .This week, Queenie & TT ride out literal and emotional storms—from Midwest tornado warnings to the unpredictable reality of caregiving for aging parents.Queenie shares the heartbreaking contrast between her mom's structured weekdays and disoriented weekends, highlighting the exhausting “Jekyll & Hyde” nature of cognitive decline. Meanwhile, TT reflects on the quiet (and not-so-quiet) challenges of midlife caregiving, identity shifts, and learning—finally—to prioritize self-care without guilt.The duo also dives into: A bizarre new cannabis policy workaround that could impact the entire hemp industry  Why creativity might matter more than relaxation (yes, really)  The emotional tug-of-war between productivity and purpose  And a very satisfying “F*ck It” moment about refusing to tolerate disrespect—anywhere, especially where you spend your money As always, it's real talk, a little dark humor, and the kind of conversation that makes you feel seen—especially if you're living that sandwich-generation life. Welcome to the Closet Disco Queen Pot-Cast, a #1 ranked Women in Cannabis (Feedspot, Million Pods; 2025) comedy podcast with music and pop culture references that keeps you laughing and engaged. Join our hosts, Queenie & TT as they share humorous anecdotes about daily life, offering women's perspectives on lifestyle and wellness. We dive into funny cannabis conversations and stories, creating an entertaining space where nothing is off-limits. Each episode features entertaining discussions on pop culture trends, as we discuss music, culture, and cannabis in a light-hearted and inclusive manner. Tune in for a delightful blend of humor, insight, and relatable stories that celebrate life's quirks and pleasures. Our Closet Disco Queen Pot-Cast deals with legal adult cannabis use and is intended for entertainment purposes only for those 21 and olderVisit our Closet Disco Queen Pot-Cast merch store!Find us on Facebook and Green Coast RadioSound from Zapsplat.com,  https://quicksounds.com, 101soundboards.com #ToneTransfer

In this episode, I'm sharing something that came up in a recent coaching call inside the Sacred Sobriety Lab—because I know it's not just one woman's struggle.When family dynamics and stress collide, alcohol can start to feel like the fastest “off switch.” Not because we love alcohol for alcohol's sake, but because it offers relief. It works in the moment. And that's why our brains keep going back to it.We talk about:Why urges get louder when your nervous system is already activatedWhat “wine chatter” is and how it takes up so much mental real estateWhy white-knuckling makes it harder (not easier)Two grounding questions that change everything: What am I feeling? What do I need?How to prepare for family gatherings and stressful situations ahead of timeGentle ways to calm your nervous system without using alcohol as the off switchThis episode is especially for you if you've ever thought: “I don't even want to drink this much anymore… but it's taking up too much space in my head.”Drop us a Question or CommentIf you have ever...Struggled with the social pressures associated with alcohol use.Felt isolated, alone, and unsure of how to break the cycle.Experienced shame and frustration after drinking.Told yourself, “I'll never get this. It's no use.”Then this 5-Day Sacred Sobriety Kick Start is for you! Each day, you'll receive a short video with simple tasks to help you analyze your drinking habits with clarity.

Every December you promise yourself it will be different.And every January you're left wondering how it slipped again.If you're a woman over 40 who feels in control in most areas of life but completely out of control with food at Christmas, this episode is for you.This is not another “be more disciplined” message. And it's not about cutting back, tracking harder, or trying to be good.In this episode, I break down what's really happening behind the scenes when stress, pressure, perfectionism and emotional eating collide. Not in theory. In real life. In the exact patterns I see with the women I coach every single December.If you're tired of normalising guilt, shame, and starting over again in January, this will hit home. And it might be the wake up call you've been avoiding.Press play if you're ready to stop letting Christmas run your choices this year.Watch my The Cravings & Fat-Burning Masterclass:  https://www.neverdietagainmethod.uk/register-podcastFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/max.lowery/Book a Food Freedom Breakthrough Call: https://www.neverdietagainmethod.uk/call-ig

Trish & Lorraine share the tips & tricks they've learned over their many years of planning & hosting family Christmases. Discover their ideal gift edit, the season's coolest cocktail, their favourite friends & family games, plus how to set house rules & what to do if the whole thing fills you with dread Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The holidays are definitely a time when many families and children experience overstimulation, picky eating, chaos, and sibling bickering, which can lead to holiday family stress. What if we could experience God as Emmanuel (God With Us) even in the midst of the mess? Hear from Stacy Bellward as she reads one of the Connected Families blog posts, which will prepare you with a plan to set your kids up for success at your next holiday gathering! Key Takeaways: Develop empathy for common behavior challenges for kids during the holidays Uncover the good news in all of the chaos Learn about the positive behavior and identity-building tool: ABCs of Affirmation Mentioned in this Podcast: Blog Post – 3 Steps to Prepare Kids for Holiday Family Gatherings Blog Post – How to Handle Unsolicited Parenting Advice From Family ABC's of Affirmation Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! This podcast was made possible by members of The Table, whose monthly support creates a ripple effect of change for generations to come. We'd love to have you take a seat at The Table! Love the podcast? Leave a review to help other parents discover the show! Guest Bio: Lynne Jackson is one of the Co-Founders of Connected Families. As a parent coach and mom of three intense kids herself, Lynne has walked alongside hundreds of parents to encourage and bring hope. She is also a research enthusiast and loves leaning into the brain science and research to better equip parents and caregivers. Most importantly, as a follower of Christ, she brings biblical wisdom, abundant grace, and a “no shame” policy. © 2025 Connected Families .stk-f2d3afc-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-f2d3afc{background-color:#FFFFFF !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-right:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;padding-left:0px !important}.stk-f2d3afc:before{background-color:#FFFFFF !important}.stk-f2d3afc-container{box-shadow:0px 2px 20px 0px rgba(30,63,82,0.2) !important}.stk-f2d3afc .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important} .stk-003c800{margin-bottom:0px !important} .stk-bdbb14f-container{margin-top:0px !important;margin-right:0px !important;margin-bottom:0px !important;margin-left:0px !important} .stk-34c2a71 .stk-img-wrapper{width:100% !important;height:500px !important}@media screen and (max-width:689px){.stk-34c2a71 .stk-img-wrapper{height:300px !important}} .stk-3de77b7{align-self:center !important}.stk-3de77b7-container{max-width:450px !important} .stk-43c1b4c .stk-block-heading__text{color:var(--theme-palette-color-4,#1e3f52) !important}Know your strengths. Your best mom or dad instincts are exactly what your kids need. So identify them. Take the free Parenting Strengths Assessment. .stk-c7e9046 .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-c7e9046 .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palette-color-2,#98c1d9) !important;opacity:1 !important}.stk-c7e9046 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important;color:var(--theme-palette-color-8,#ffffff) !important;font-weight:600 !important}@media screen and (max-width:999px){.stk-c7e9046 .stk-button__inner-text{font-size:21px !important}}FREE PARENTING STRENGTHS ASSESSMENT

The holidays are supposed to be heartwarming and joyous. But what happens when a family member is suffering from alcohol abuse? The situation can turn the holidays into stress and anxiety. My guest in this episode is Laura Crossett, CADC and outreach manager for Soberlink, and we offer tips on navigating the holidays, whether you have an alcohol issue or your spouse or soon-to-be ex does. Learn more here: https://www.divorcedgirlsmiling.com/navigating-alcohol-recovery-and-family-stress-during-the-holidays/

Family stress seems to be more of a theme around the holidays. It seems to me most people are caught between wanting to spend time with family and not wanting to wade through the distress of a divisive political conversation. In today's episode, I share some strategies to finding a peaceful way to spend time with family and avoid the divisive, blood pressure rising conversations. Episode 323 is live.

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Ever been caught off guard when someone asks if you're free—and you have no clue? In this episode of the Organized-ish Parent Podcast, I share a simple yet powerful habit to help busy parents stay organized and reduce stress. I'm talking about the one small but mighty habit that's can take under 5 minutes, will save your sanity, reduce your stress, and make you feel like a total boss in control of your week, how you show up for your family—and yourself! Whether you're a die-hard paper planner mama or a digital calendar queen, this is the missing piece that helps everything and everyone run more smoothly. Tune in for a quick and practical guide to mastering your calendar and reclaiming your time! Enjoy the episode! Xo - Dianne PS -  When it comes to getting organized or getting the kids involved, where do you struggle the most?  DM me on Instagram  -------------------------------------------------- *** Referenced in this episode Podcast guest episodes I've appeared on – Radio Que Rico and  Loving me before I love You Episode #62: Family Routine - How to Get Everyone On The Same Page The planner that I've been using for years is a Montreal -based company : W.Maxwell at https://wmaxwell.com  -------------------------------------------------- *** The episode at a glance:  00:00 Hello & welcome 03:25 The Importance of a Digital Calendar 05:56 Balancing Digital and Physical Calendars 10:28 Syncing Calendars for Efficiency 14:54 The Simple Habit to Stay Organized 19:09 Recap and Final Thoughts   The post (episode #71: The One Habit to Reduce Family Stress and Keep Moms Organized) appeared first on Dianne Jimenez | Professional Organizer website. To read the blog post of this episode, head to https://diannejimenez.com/71    -------------------------------------------------- *** What's your Organizing Personality? Take the quiz here  https://DianneJimenez.com/quiz    -------------------------------------------------- If you loved this episode, please consider Rating it or giving it a Review on your preferred platform - it would mean the world to me and help other parents needing to discover my podcast. Some of the platforms to catch (and subscribe to) my episodes: * APPLE PODCAST USA:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-organized-ish-parent-podcast/id1606051910 * APPLE PODCAST CANADA: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-organized-ish-parent-podcast/id1606051910 * SPOTIFY:  https://open.spotify.com/show/60AVuZmF4iIl43aoWz5Xyh?si=e4ba1060574040a4 *YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsLq1WtSo-VG0aUJEfDKdPQ *AMAZON MUSIC: https://music.amazon.ca/podcasts/ebe904c1-eece-469b-8dd5-7144e6b798ab/the-organized-ish-parent-podcast  -------------------------------------------------- Ways we can connect: Website :  https://diannejimenez.com/heythere Instagram :  https://www.instagram.com/1tidyplace/ Facebook :  https://www.facebook.com/1TidyPlace Twitter :  https://twitter.com/DDJ3131 LinkedIn :  https://www.linkedin.com/in/diannejimenez    -------------------------------------------------- Music: https://www.purple-planet.com , License: All the music on the site is licensed under the terms of a Creative Commons Attribution License 3.0. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/  

Struggling with tension at home? This 15-minute guided meditation is designed to ease family stress, calm racing thoughts, and help you respond with patience and clarity. Through mindful breathing and body relaxation, you'll create the mental space needed to navigate family dynamics with greater ease. Use this session anytime you feel overwhelmed to reset your mind and restore balance. #guidedmeditation #meditation #mindfulness This guided meditation practice is from our app, Declutter The Mind. You can see our full library on our web app or download it for iOS and Android for free. Declutter The Mind ▶ https://declutterthemind.com/  Web app ▶ https://app.declutterthemind.com/  iOS app ▶ https://apps.apple.com/us/app/declutter-the-mind/id1465713447?ls=1 Android app ▶ https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.MindDeclutter Consider joining Declutter The Mind Plus on YouTube for $5/mo and support the channel, get access to guided meditation courses, and more. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2ZvMgbK5X8j-nCY5CR06xw/join

Resources for Emotional Healing: Episode 79Resource for Dental/Airway challenges: Episode 71Podcast dedicated to addressing mold: Never Been SickerIn this episode of the "Ask Dr. Tony" series, Dr. Tony Ebel addresses the question of whether there are times when nervous system work should not be the first priority in healing. While he typically advocates for starting with nervous system regulation through chiropractic care before moving to detoxification and other therapies, he identifies three significant exceptions: mold exposure, family emotional stress, and dental/airway issues. These environmental factors can create constant stress on a child's body, preventing nervous system healing despite proper chiropractic care. Dr. Tony explains how these issues work as continuous stressors that exhaust the nervous system and require specific interventions before chiropractic care can be fully effective.[00:05:00] Foundational ConceptsDr. Bruce Lipton's quote: "The function of the nervous system is to perceive the environment and coordinate the behavior of all other cells"The "inside-out" healing approach vs. pharmaceutical/symptom-based approachesHealth as a balance between internal regulation and environmental factors[00:10:00] First Exception: Mold ExposureHow mold creates a constant 24/7/365 burden on the immune and nervous systemsSigns that mold might be an issue (persistent respiratory problems despite treatment)Why mold must be addressed before nervous system work can be effective[00:19:00] Second Exception: Family Emotional StressHow stress and emotional trauma within the family affect a child's healingThe importance of treating parents' nervous systems for co-regulationPersonal examples from Dr. Tony's experiences with his own children's health challenges[00:23:00] Third Exception: Dental Infections and Airway IssuesHow dental problems and airway dysfunction create continuous nervous system stressThe connection between oral health and vagus nerve functionWhy these issues can block progress despite proper chiropractic care[00:29:00] Identifying Issues and SolutionsUsing INSiGHT Scans to measure nervous system function and identify non-responsive casesThe "three scans" rule for determining when to look for other underlying issuesImportance of proper referrals and comprehensive care approaches-- DETAILS & REGISTRATION FOR THE FREE MAY AUTISM SUMMIT Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocs Facebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs Network Youtube: The PX Docs For more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care. Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click HereSubscribe, share, and stay tuned for more incredible episodes unpacking the power of Nervous System focused care for children!

We're celebrating 200 episodes of the Parenting with Impact podcast with a deep dive into what it really takes to create lasting change. In this special episode, we explore the first step of our proven Impact Model: Take Aim. Learn how to cut through the noise and pinpoint the one area you want to focus on to achieve actionable change. Tune in now to reduce stress, increase family harmony, and start seeing real progress! Here's what to expect in this episode:Why “taking aim” is essential for managing complex parenting challengesHow to distinguish between macro and micro goalsImportance of identifying what change you want to see rather than defaulting to solutionsActionable ways to reduce parenting stress and overwhelmHow small, targeted efforts can lead to meaningful progressRelated Links:Video Tip: Take Aim: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/take-aim/Are You Stuck in Informationland?:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-123-are-you-stuck-in-informationland/id1565976964?i=1000624601674It's All About Control: Are You Ready?:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-135-its-all-about-control-are-you-ready/id1565976964?i=1000634092094When It Feels Like It's Just Too Much:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-161-when-it-feels-like-its-just-too-much/id1565976964?i=1000654881099The Parent Paradox: Avoid 'Fix-It Mode' for Better Problem-Solving: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-172-the-parent-paradox-avoid-fix-it-mode-for/id1565976964?i=1000663157748The 3A's: A Framework for Parenting Complex Kids: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-185-the-3as-a-framework-for-parenting-complex-kids/id1565976964?i=1000674098054Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools for Parents at https://impactparents.com/gift.Connect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParentLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents

Do family experiences from your past still hold you back? What if you could free yourself from those old patterns today? As highly sensitive people, we often carry the weight of family dynamics well into adulthood. This episode sheds light on how questioning the stressful thoughts rooted in your family of origin can unlock new possibilities and inner freedom. Discover how a seemingly small childhood memory might be shaping your current relationships and outlook. Learn how self-inquiry can dissolve the grip of victim mentality and open up empowering options. Experience how questioning stressful thoughts through the work of Byron Katie leads to freedom and balance. Unlock the insights and freedom waiting for you—listen now and reclaim your power over stressful family patterns. Todd Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit trueinnerfreedom.com and complete the HSP Stress Survey. Gain clarity on your stress triggers and enjoy a free 15-minute Inner Freedom Call designed to guide you toward lasting inner peace and fulfillment. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

Let's find the good in experiencing stress so that you don't shortchange yourself out of its ability to instill inner confidence in your capabilities. We are focused on experiences such as birthing a baby, building a business, or navigating a everchanging workplace. Just because someone else fell apart in any of those situations, it does not mean that you will too. It's unique to you, yet worth uncovering, because when you get to the other side of a stressful situation, if you embody at least one learning or lesson, then you will have increased your capacity to handle more stressful situations. This comes in handy, as life often hands us stress at a pretty hot and heavy pace. In this article, we'll interweave the four noble truths along with personal stories that showcase the value of embracing stress rather than running away from it. There have been so many occasions when I was told not to put so much pressure on myself, and it was out of those circumstances, where I didn't let their thinking impact mine, that I can now tell my greatest stories of defiance and delivery. A memorable such moment was during my first semester of law school. My mom told me this: 'Watch out, Melissa, and try not to experience too much stress.' She was giving me a fair warning based on her own sensitivities to stress. My mom has manic depression. A person with manic depression can be sent into an episode or spell by stress. While that guidance came from her experiences, it also came along with her tender concern for my mental health. My mental health, on the other hand, has proven sturdy, in great part because I've had ample opportunities to practice the art of experiencing stress. Law school wasn't a moment of redemption, but it was the time I realized my limit. I'm glad I didn't listen to my mom, because then I wouldn't have discovered my kryptonite. We need to know our kryptonite and how to overcome it. Somehow, it was that combination of overwhelming debt and basing my self-worth on school grades that almost broke me. I got through that time mentally unscathed, thankfully, but intuitively, I knew it was close. There's a benefit to knowing how far you can go. That experience gave me the courage to finally pursue my dream career in advertising. Taking a pay cut didn't seem so bad when the alternative was six-figure debt and no income. The trick is to always stay beneath that line. My self-publishing experience with Fertile Imagination pushed me to that limit. I had gotten my edited copy of my manuscript extremely late, and to compensate for that delay, I sat in my chair for twelve hours straight. The pressure I put on myself to finish the book was enormous. Around the twelfth hour, I felt a crack in my neck, which turned into a year of pain, physical therapy, and an MRI. Ever gotten an MRI? I've been through a lot, but somehow my anxiety was insane during that MRI, and my relationship with God has never been closer. It was like a church service in that cylinder. Yet, this was another opportunity to practice coexisting with stress. I don't regret that experience, and I know I learned from it. The other side of that stressful moment was completing my book and focusing on my physical health, a goal I'd been writing about for decades. Yet, somehow, I had to crash physically to finally pursue it. In these two cases, I needed to experience these greater stresses to build the confidence and conviction necessary to believe I could endure the kind of stress it takes to go after what I've always wanted. What if the same is true for you? What if, rather than avoid stress, you walked right into it with a different perspective? What if you need that vote of confidence—knowing you can handle a ton of stress—to get the kind of laser focus necessary to finally jump into your greatest personal or professional adventure? What if you need to have something to say: 'Well, if I did that and didn't die, then I might as well go for this'? I want to share a new way to think about stress because it's the reality of being human. As a meditation practitioner, I thought I'd enlist the help of the four noble truths to help us see the profundity in otherwise stressful experiences. My meditation offerings are secular, yet I do think ancient wisdom has its place in stress management. It gives me comfort to know that my experiencing stress is not novel; it's normal and expected. So, let's turn to commonly held beliefs that we can anchor this conversation in—the four noble truths Understanding the Four Noble Truths The Four Noble Truths are fundamental to Buddhism and describe the nature of reality and the path to liberation. They are: 1.     Dukkha: This is often translated as "suffering," but more accurately encompasses unsatisfactoriness, frustration, and the inherent impermanence of all things. 2.     Samudaya: The origin or cause of dukkha, which is identified as craving, attachment, and aversion. 3.     Nirodha: The cessation of dukkha, which is achieved through the elimination of craving and attachment. 4.     Magga: The path leading to the cessation of dukkha, known as the Noble Eightfold Path, which encompasses right understanding, right thought, right speech, right action, right livelihood, right effort, right mindfulness, and right concentration. 1   The Inescapability of Stress in Modern Life You don't need to be a Buddhist to believe that being human means experiencing suffering. Just look around corporate America—you can see and feel it everywhere. According to Ohsa.gov, 83% of US workers suffer from work-related stress. You can be stressed about having, keeping, leaving, or getting a job. The sound of a ping can spike your cortisol levels. It doesn't take much to suffer these days. We experience a constant, low-grade level of stress or anxiety, and our baseline sensitivity to stress is very low. This comparison comes from the constant barrage of information we consume daily, which contributes to "sympathy stress," as well as the fact that many of us are openly struggling. This is why it's necessary to find a way to coexist with stress; it's inescapable. A Yoga Analogy for Managing Pain In my pre-natal yoga class with my firstborn, the teacher had us sit on our bent toes. Her rationale was to have us experience physical pain and, instead of running away, breathe through the stretch. Was this comparable to birthing any of my kids? Heck no! It was a way to introduce the idea of feeling pain and remaining still within that feeling. The teacher's approach was to increase our tolerance for the inevitable pain of childbirth. The pain of childbirth is inescapable. This toe stretch gave me a chance to imagine being with inescapable pain in a situation where I could escape. It's this intentional decision not to escape an escapable pain that builds confidence. You have the chance to escape discomfort, yet you wrangle your fears and push forward anyway. There's immense power in those moments. This is where your practice comes in, and how meditation can help you coexist in an empowered state amidst life's struggles. You can pause and breathe through life's emotional ups and downs instead of panicking and stopping the train. The Second Noble Truth: Understanding Craving, Attachment, and Aversion The second noble truth is Samudaya. It's the craving, attachment, or aversion to the feeling of stress. It's always a practice for me. As a business owner, it's easy to crave a consistent income or feel attached to maintaining a certain reputation. Aversions are real for us, too, such as my aversion to tech issues. Yet, my perpetual thoughts about these situations have gotten in my way. These situations are tough enough. By experiencing this second noble truth, I'm not doing myself any favors. This is why equanimity helps; it helps us focus on what's needed in the moment. I'll share an example in a bit. But first, let's turn this to you. The Fear of Obsolescence in the Age of AI Let's talk about craving for career permanence. Whether you are an entrepreneur or employee, this idea translates. The fear of becoming obsolete (FOBO) is rising among workers as AI advancements accelerate. A Gallup poll found that 22% of U.S. workers are concerned about their jobs becoming obsolete due to technology, and that figure is up from 2022. Imagine how freelance copywriters or coaches feel these days. Some feel like they are being promptly put out of business. The threat is real; however, thinking about the threat is stealing the time necessary to uplevel your skills or take actions to support your business. You are adding a layer of unnecessary suffering, draining your finite energy. AI is here, and so are you. How can you coexist with AI? This reminds me of those required college courses I didn't like. They were inescapable and boring. However, it was me who made them feel brutal when I procrastinated reading those ancient texts. Fast forward to today, and I can say that I had the same thoughts while completing some requirements for my meditation certification program. Finding Peace in Meditation (and a Bird's Nest) One week, I experienced a silent meditation in a house with three young boys and my husband. This was the kick-off to my meditation practitioner training. At the time, walking meditations were part of the daily experience, and I hated them. I'd pace in my yard, which was really boring. It reminded me of psych wards with outdoor spaces where I visited my mom. Sometimes she was in, and other times she was out. I felt a deep aversion to this mode of meditating. Yet, I had to do it a lot, so I opted to stare into the leaves of my trees instead of watching my pacing feet. You know what I realized? I saw a nest in the tree! This got me thinking about how I was a mama bird in a nest with my young. Noticing what was real—my breath and the nest—helped me. I smiled. Navigating the AI Revolution: A Path to Coexistence (The Third and Fourth Noble Truths) Stress is real, but suffering is optional. You can shift your thinking from whether you hate or love AI to saying to yourself, "AI is here. How can I co-exist with AI? Is there a right way for me to navigate AI? Might there be a right way to understand AI that can help me?" Once in the present, focused on the facts, you will experience the third noble truth, which is Nirodha. The path to this truth is called "magga," which is also the fourth noble truth and comprises several factors: right understanding, right thought, right speech, right action, right livelihood, right effort, right mindfulness, and right concentration.   The eightfold path offers us an ideal way to coexist with stress. I haven't fully embodied it yet, but I feel as if each encounter with stress has given me a chance to practice it. Lessons from a Car Accident: Embracing the "Rights" Years ago, I experienced my first car accident. I was sitting in a parking lot in my new Honda minivan, waiting for my mom. A parked car, coming out of its spot, backed into my car. My minivan was perhaps months old, and this was my first accident. The other driver came out, shouting about how unnecessary the accident was. His wife quickly calmed him down, and then we exchanged information. I felt overwhelmed and wasn't thinking about Nirodha. I turned to my mom and said, "This shouldn't have happened! How can I get into an accident when I wasn't even moving?" She said, "Melissa, these things happen in life." Months later, I was in another accident in a parking lot, but I was moving this time. This second time felt different because I adopted my mom's wisdom. It was more manageable, and if we analyze it through the "rights," I'd say I had the right understanding. What if stressful situations are necessary to achieve all those "rights?" What if you're short-changing yourself by not increasing your stress management skills? I'd argue that this is true. I'm not suggesting you complicate your life, especially if it's already incredibly stressful. Instead, I'm urging you not to miss a life-giving moment where the gift is practicing the eightfold path. Once you see these as practices, you can teach your kids how to use stress for their benefit. A Son's BJJ Tournament: Wrestling with Life's Challenges This past weekend, one of my sons competed in a BJJ tournament. My eleven-year-old is not required to compete at that level. He could have competed at his local school. Yet, this isn't realistic to how we must compete in life for a job, medal, or resources. So, I encouraged him to compete, even though his first match was against someone who had previously won eleven times. Would you have done the same? Why would any mom allow that? Here's why: you will face outsized stresses in life, and these moments have allowed me to wrestle with the "rights." I got my greatest learnings and confidence from those hard bits of life. I don't win them all, but I've gained more "rights" along the way. Why would I cheat my son of that? So, he competed. I wanted him to take one lesson to the next match. For example, he was advised to stand up and not go straight for the legs in the second round. Did he do it? He tried, but it took the third round. That last round was unexpected. He was winded, tearful, red, and already out of his Gi. Was he going to do the fourth match? That third round, he gave it his all. There were hundreds of people looking at my kid. This is where my life experiences helped us both. Recognizing that my son had had enough, I could relate to so many moments as a kid when I had had enough, and yet life doesn't always give you a choice to walk away. I knew that because I experienced that. I pushed my son to return to the mat that fourth time because this was the right action, and I know that these moments are additive to the stories we tell ourselves about what we are capable of. It shapes how my kid will think about his ability to handle humiliation, boos, competing, and training. It gives him a sense for what it takes to compete with people who have won. His capacity to handle stress was increased in that moment. Imagine facing someone who has won 11 times during your first tournament, then having to enter round after round, loss after loss? This translates to failing in school, in business, and in relationships. My son was practicing the "right concentration" four times more on the mat than off on a typical Saturday. He was wrestling with the "right thoughts" even more than that. These encounters can be fruitful. They contribute to a rich life that can make you invaluable in the life of someone else.

Feeling stressed or anxious about the holidays? Between juggling family dynamics and managing tricky relationships, it's easy to lose your calm. But this year, you don't have to.

Feeling stressed or anxious about the holidays? Between juggling family dynamics and managing tricky relationships, it's easy to lose your calm. But this year, you don't have to.

Feeling stressed or anxious about the holidays? Between juggling family dynamics and managing tricky relationships, it's easy to lose your calm. But this year, you don't have to.

Pippa speaks to Lifeline Western Cape counsellors Dijana Mitrovic and Fiona van der Westhuizen about dealing with the stress of the festive season.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I share how setting boundaries, managing expectations, and practicing tolerance can help you maintain peace during family gatherings. I also discuss the power of gratitude and finding joy in small moments to shift your energy and create meaningful connections. By choosing your peace, you can approach the holiday season with grace and compassion, making space for more joyful memories.

​Hellllo and welcome to another episode of These Little Moments Podcast. In this episode, I answer your questions asked on Instagram:How to overcome an all or nothing mindsetHow to stay calm with kids and have better sleepWhen should you workout? Morning or night?How to manage family stress over the holidays?How to stop "selling yourself short"?How to stay motivated with the "cold dark winter days"How to get back into the gym after a year hiatus?21 Day Fat Loss Challenge:https://coaching.bodybyryan.com/challenge-6096Podcast Links:Please leave a 5 star review wherever you listen to this podcast :)If you are interested in 1:1 online coaching, you can apply here: https://bodybyryan.com/coaching/Use my FREE Calorie Calculator: bodybyryan.com/calculatorFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodybyryanfitness/Follow me on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ryankassim?lang=engBodyByYOU- Fat Loss Made Easy FaceBook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1701659280174513/Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Ryan_KassimSubscribe to my YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/ryankassimlifeisgood20% off Legion Supplements - Use code: BodyByRyanhttps://legionathletics.rfrl.co/542mpDiscount off Just Meats Meal Prepping - Use Code: Bodybyryanhttps://get.aspr.app/SHHYE

This week on the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Anita Stellinga, Vice President, Corporate Communications and Public Policy, United Way Greater Toronto, advocate for poverty, mental health and social justice, mother of 2 and grandmother about new approaches for tackling rising poverty in families.

In this episode we welcome Dr. Heidi Hastings, a marriage and sex researcher, to discuss her research on the impact of betrayal on a partner's identity. Dr. Hastings outlines the five stages of betrayal and self-development, which include innocence, crisis, aftermath, healing, and transformation. Through her research involving diverse women, Dr. Hastings found that betrayal deeply affects multiple aspects of a woman's identity, prompting significant personal growth through crisis. By the end of the transformation stage, many women felt a deeper sense of identity and did not wish to return to their previous selves despite the pain they endured. The Power of Community in Pornography Recovery: Download Relay and try it out for free, or learn more at Relay's website. Use code GEOFF1 for 15% off! Broken trust? Download my FREE video series “The First Steps to Rebuilding Trust” Join my 12-week program, The Trust Building Bootcamp, to heal your broken relationship. Sign up for our FREE weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date on exciting new announcements! Download my FREE guide to help you quickly end arguments with your spouse: Connect with me on social media:INSTAGRAMFACEBOOK Visit http://www.geoffsteurer.com for online courses and other supportive resources. About Geoff Steurer:I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, relationship educator, and coach with over 20 years of experience. I am the co-author of, "Love You, Hate the Porn: Healing a Relationship Damaged by Virtual Infidelity", the host of the weekly podcast, "From Crisis to Connection", and have produced workbooks, audio programs, and online courses helping couples and individuals heal from the impact of sexual betrayal, unwanted pornography use, partner betrayal trauma, and rebuilding broken trust. As a leader in the field, I am a frequent contributor on these subjects at national conferences, documentaries, blogs, magazines, and podcasts. I also write a weekly relationship advice column available on my blog. I founded and ran an outpatient sexual addiction and betrayal trauma recovery group program for over 14 years, co-founded and chaired a local conference to educate community members about harmful media, and founded and administered a specialized group therapy practice for over 10 years. I currently maintain a private counseling and coaching practice in beautiful Southern Utah where I live with my wife and children. About Jody Steurer:Jody has been a strong voice supporting women as co-host of the podcast “Speak Up Sister”. She completed a bachelor's degree in psychology from Brigham Young University and is an ACA certified coach. She runs a small business and has years of experience in corporate training and organization. Jody's most challenging work has been raising her four children (two of which are on the autism spectrum). She loves to do landscape design, paint in watercolor, spend time outdoors, and snow ski. About Dr. Heidi Hastings:Heidi Hastings is a marriage and sex researcher, educator, and relationship coach. She also teaches Family Stress and Coping for BYU-Idaho Online. Heidi recently completed a PhD in Human Development and Family Studies from Texas Woman's University. Her research interests include betrayal trauma, healthy sexuality, the impact of pornography on religious women, adult development, and transformational growth. She is currently writing a book for religious women who have experienced sexual betrayal, their religious leaders, and others who support them. The book is based primarily on her academic research but is also influenced by her own experiences with betrayal in her first marriage. Heidi and her husband, Dr. Scott Hastings, are the co-hosts of the recently launched Marriage IQ podcast. The podcast is a platform for reengineering the findings of Heidi's research on betrayal to educate about marriage from prevention and new beginnings perspectives. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558652547411 https://www.instagram.com/marriage.iq/ www.drheidihastings.com The advice offered through Geoff Steurer's podcasts is educational and informational in nature and is provided only as general information. It is not meant to establish a therapist-patient relationship or offer therapeutic advice, opinion, diagnosis treatment or to establish a standard of care. Although Geoff Steurer is a trained psychotherapist, he is not functioning in the role of a licensed therapist during these podcasts, but rather using his training to inform the content. Thus, the content is not intended to replace independent professional judgment. 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In this episode we welcome Dr. Heidi Hastings, a marriage and sex researcher, to discuss her research on the impact of betrayal on a partner's identity. Dr. Hastings outlines the five stages of betrayal and self-development, which include innocence, crisis, aftermath, healing, and transformation. Through her research involving diverse women, Dr. Hastings found that betrayal deeply affects multiple aspects of a woman's identity, prompting significant personal growth through crisis. By the end of the transformation stage, many women felt a deeper sense of identity and did not wish to return to their previous selves despite the pain they endured.  The Power of Community in Pornography Recovery: Download Relay and try it out for free, or learn more at Relay's website. Use code GEOFF1 for 15% off!  Broken trust? Download my FREE video series “The First Steps to Rebuilding Trust”  Join my 12-week program, The Trust Building Bootcamp, to heal your broken relationship. Sign up for our FREE weekly newsletter to stay up-to-date on exciting new announcements!  Download my FREE guide to help you quickly end arguments with your spouse:  Connect with me on social media: INSTAGRAM FACEBOOK Visit http://www.geoffsteurer.com for online courses and other supportive resources. About Geoff Steurer: I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, relationship educator, and coach with over 20 years of experience. I am the co-author of, "Love You, Hate the Porn: Healing a Relationship Damaged by Virtual Infidelity", the host of the weekly podcast, "From Crisis to Connection", and have produced workbooks, audio programs, and online courses helping couples and individuals heal from the impact of sexual betrayal, unwanted pornography use, partner betrayal trauma, and rebuilding broken trust. As a leader in the field, I am a frequent contributor on these subjects at national conferences, documentaries, blogs, magazines, and podcasts. I also write a weekly relationship advice column available on my blog. I founded and ran an outpatient sexual addiction and betrayal trauma recovery group program for over 14 years, co-founded and chaired a local conference to educate community members about harmful media, and founded and administered a specialized group therapy practice for over 10 years. I currently maintain a private counseling and coaching practice in beautiful Southern Utah where I live with my wife and children. About Jody Steurer: Jody has been a strong voice supporting women as co-host of the podcast “Speak Up Sister”. She completed a bachelor's degree in psychology from Brigham Young University and is an ACA certified coach. She runs a small business and has years of experience in corporate training and organization. Jody's most challenging work has been raising her four children (two of which are on the autism spectrum). She loves to do landscape design, paint in watercolor, spend time outdoors, and snow ski. About Dr. Heidi Hastings: Heidi Hastings is a marriage and sex researcher, educator, and relationship coach. She also teaches Family Stress and Coping for BYU-Idaho Online. Heidi recently completed a PhD in Human Development and Family Studies from Texas Woman's University. Her research interests include betrayal trauma, healthy sexuality, the impact of pornography on religious women, adult development, and transformational growth. She is currently writing a book for religious women who have experienced sexual betrayal, their religious leaders, and others who support them. Heidi and her husband, Dr. Scott Hastings, are the co-hosts of the recently launched Marriage IQ podcast. The podcast is a platform for reengineering the findings of Heidi's research on betrayal to educate about marriage from prevention and new beginnings perspectives. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558652547411 https://www.instagram.com/marriage.iq/ www.drheidihastings.com

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In this episode we will discuss an important finding from Bowen family systems theory: parents can detour our troubles onto our children. This is described as parents projecting the worry onto the offspring. Dr Carrie Collier will help us to think about this issue and address our build up of worry about children. How to make sense of the way issues in broader family relationships can increase a worry focus on children.How issues with our siblings, cut-offs with parents, or the death of a parent/grandparent can play out in our parenting.How a narrow focus on parenting techniques misses these important family issues.Hear more from Dr Carrie Collier:Finding a Self in Parenting: When a parent is concerned about a child, it's easy for anxiety to take over. An anxious focus on a child can make it difficult for a parent to access their best thinking, or to observe the larger family system and their role in it. In this edition of Family Matters, Dr. Carrie Collier shares her thoughts about how a parent can begin to take responsibility for their emotional reactivity in response to a parenting challenge. She discusses what it takes to shift one's focus from solving a child's dilemma to managing oneself in the midst of chaos. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NpOaOFnHOqEhttps://www.thebowencenter.org/faculty-bios/carrie-collierhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NpOaOFnHOqEhttps://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/anzf.1491

Prue and I crossed paths during our Masters in Dietetics over a decade ago. She has worked as an accredited practicing Dietitian in Australia for the past 11 years. In 2017, she founded What's Prue Cooking. Prue is committed to simplifying the intricate world of family nutrition. She introduced her groundbreaking 12-week Family Nutrition Transformation Program at the end of 2023. With a focus on practical and sustainable transformations, Prue's mission is to empower busy families and leave a lasting impact on their well-being. In today's episode, we delve into managing meal times and feeding your family. Our discussion covers nurturing children's relationships with food during meals and effectively handling fussy eaters. Prue generously shares some frameworks to transform meal times. Trust me; Prue is someone you'd want at your dinner table! Here are some key takeaways: Family Nutrition Transformation Program Challenges in Family Nutrition Simplifying Challenges Meal Planning Tips Mealtime Conflicts Managing Busy Lifestyles Learn more about Prue's 12-Week Program: Family Nutrition Transformation Program: Website: www.whatspruecooking.com.au Instagram: @whatspruecooking Facebook: What's Prue Cooking

Guest Heidi Hastings is a sex and marriage researcher, educator, and advocate. She details the 5 stages women go through in trying to heal from a betrayal:Innocence/naiveteCrisisAftermathHealingTransformation "Women need women for healing," she says. Her research found that support groups were very helpful, not only in the crisis stage, but all the way through transformation, when they're creating authentic relationships with people who help them feel healthy.Bio and Contact for  Heidi HastingsHeidi is a sex and marriage researcher, educator, and advocate. She received Master's and PhD degrees in Human Development and Family Studies from Texas Woman's University. Her research interests include betrayal trauma, healthy sexuality, pornography and religion, and transformational growth. She is an adjunct professor, teaching Family Stress and Coping for BYU-Idaho and is currently working on a book for women who have experienced sexual betrayal. Heidi and her husband Scott are co-owners of a medical clinic in Frisco, Texas, and have worked together to create a 10-week marriage course. She keeps trying to get him to give up his daytime job as a doctor to join her in helping couples create great marriages! They have four amazing and unique children who have deeply challenged and changed who they are for the better!  She can be reached at  dr.heidihastings@gmail.com. 

While there is a ton of fun, festivities, and gratitude at this time of year, it can also be challenging. When you get your decorations out, speak to old friends, or visit your relatives, old memories come to the surface, and this can be a painful reminder of the people, friendships, and relationships you've lost over the years.   Whatever this looks like for you, if the Holidays aren't a super joyous time for you, I'm offering you some valuable perspective. Tune in this week to discover some helpful thoughts to consider as you notice stress or sadness coming up and learn ways to manage those uncomfortable feelings and thought patterns.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://carriehollandmd.com/77

My friend Dr. Heidi Hastings joins us to talk about her research around betrayal trauma for women in marriages (largely around a husband's pornography use) She is married, LDS, mother of 4, lives in Frisco, Texas, sex and marriage researcher/educator, teaches Family Stress and Coping for BYU-Idaho online, Master's and Ph.D. degrees in Human Development and Family Studies from Texas Woman's University. Dr. Hastings vulnerably shares some of her own story, as well as her research, which includes a model she developed as part of her Ph.D. dissertation called “Stages of Betray of Self-Development.” The five stages (innocence, crisis, aftermath, healing, and transformation) are so helpful to those walking the road of betrayal trauma and those working to help them. Dr. Hastings concludes with important takeaways, including the role of God, how Jesus is “relief,” women need women to heal, the need for couples to communicate about pornography and sexuality, and the unhelpful role of shame in keeping pornography use “underground.” This is one of the most helpful, insightful, and powerful podcasts we've done on seeing, understanding, and solving betrayal trauma and how it is possible to move forward with peace, hope, and healing. I encourage everyone to listen to this podcast for the insights and principles Dr. Hastings shares that can help each of us have better/more healthy relationships. It also provides tools and ideas to help others in our areas of responsibility. Thank you, Dr. Hastings, for your groundbreaking work, which is so needed in our community. Honored to have you on the podcast! Links: Dr. Hastings' email: dr.heidihastings@gmail.com Jesus is Relief talk based on her research: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjfGurwMl9g Google Form for submitting your story to help influence the direction of Dr Hastings' new book: https://forms.gle/Ffkg6h483ewzptBK8 Mood Log exercise to help change distressing thought patterns (see https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/s6cdjhdoumzqijgx198ur/Mood-logs-Dr-Hastings-Podcast.doc?rlkey=35zxda71dwbqh5065kxrd6hei&dl=0). For details about how to implement this form, check out the full book, When Panic Attacks by D. D. Burns (2006).

The "Happiest Season Of All" can be a big challenge to navigate alcohol-free, especially in early sobriety. But with the right strategies you can cope with holiday season anxiety and family stress without drinking over it. Let's be real, facing the holidays with your family without a drink in hand can be awkward. Maybe you're used to drinking to celebrate or to cope with loneliness.  You might use alcohol to push through a packed social schedule or navigate family gatherings.  Anyway you look at it, there's a reason that getting through the holidays alcohol-free can be challenging. But it can be done and you'll find that being fully present, without adding a substance that increases anxiety and depression during the holidays can be wonderful. So I asked Dr. Aaron Weiner, PhD, a board certified psychologist and an addiction specialist, for guidance on how to move through holiday season anxiety and family stress without throwing away your sober momentum.  3 Ways I Can Support You In Drinking Less + Living More Join The Sobriety Starter Kit, the only sober coaching course designed specifically for busy women. My proven, step-by-step sober coaching program will teach you exactly how to stop drinking — and how to make it the best decision of your life. Save your seat in my FREE MASTERCLASS, 5 Secrets To Successfully Take a Break From Drinking  Grab the Free 30-Day Guide To Quitting Drinking, 30 Tips For Your First Month Alcohol-Free. Connect with me for free sober coaching tips, updates + videos on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and TikTok @hellosomedaysober. Connect with Casey McGuire Davidson To find out more about Casey and her coaching programs, head over to www.hellosomedaycoaching.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Todd & Craig welcome leading Michigan Psychotherapist, Sam Gross into The Mother-Ship. Sam provides the audience with tools and tips on how to handle the uncomfortable dinner table stress of family and friends. We have all had family pull our emotional strings. Sam gives much needed advice on how to get through that situation and come out the other end in great mental shape. Opening Day 2023 Tips on what the law requires and how to stay safe. Metallica update from Todd's recent concert attendance and much more. Fun, Informative Episode Happy Birthday Little John  

Ursula Lentine is the owner of Healing with Ursula where she has facilitated over 5,500 individual healing sessions and worked with thousands of people in groups since 2010.  She works individually with clients to reveal and remove internally embedded beliefs and physical conditions. These symptoms are predispositions from inherited legacy burdens or activated by traumas and life circumstances.   On this episode of Smart Parents Successful Students, you will hear: How parents can help kids identify and develop their own identity  Keys for families to connect and resolve conflict What happens when kids absorb the emotions of their parents Ways to support the calibrating of kids' wellbeing Strategies to help children when they're dysregulated   You can find Dynamis Learning on all the social media platforms: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Helen can be reached at info@dynamislearningacademy.com. Ursula can be reached at ursulalentine@gmail.com or at www.Ursulalentine.com.  For a free clarity call to discuss the issues you are facing and discover ways that Ursula can help, go to https://healingwithursula.as.me/ClarityCall. To schedule a free consultation to discuss your child's needs including advocacy resources, academic planning, and/or obtain a tutor for your child, contact Helen Panos at 770-282-9931 or email her at the email address above.

In this episode, the Strong Family Project delves into crucial strategies for parents to cultivate patience during those trying family moments. Navigating the complexities of parenting requires a deep well of patience, and we're here to provide actionable insights to help you thrive.Episode Highlights:The Power of Presence: Learn how being fully present can transform your parenting approach.Emotional Resilience: Discover techniques to stay calm and collected in the face of challenges.Setting Boundaries with Love: Explore effective ways to establish boundaries while maintaining a nurturing environment.Nurturing Self-Care: Understand the importance of self-care and how it positively impacts your parenting journey.Teaching Children Patience: Gain practical tips for instilling this valuable virtue in your kids.Additional Resources:For more expert advice on parenting and family dynamics, visit Strong Family Project. Connect with us on Instagram for daily parenting inspiration and tips.Get the full 7 Elements of the Strong Family Path free at https://strongfamilyproject.com/strong-family-path/ Follow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@strongfamilycoAnd join the Instagram Strong Fam: https://www.instagram.com/officialstrongfamilyco/Email Us: strongfamilyco@gmail.com with comments, questions, media inquiries or brand advertising (to save time, better listen to some Strong Family episodes first and are aligned with our message!) We hope that you found this episode of the Strong Family Project Podcast helpful and informative. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a review or a comment on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us to continue creating valuable content for our listeners and to reach more families who could benefit from our message. Thank you for tuning in and for being a part of the Strong Family Project community!

Having a parent with declining cognitive function is one of the most stressful experiences that you will face.  It can be hard to know how to approach your parent(s) about the decline. You want to keep them safe, but they may not want your help.It can be a long road, so having a coping plan from the start is important.Here are 8 suggestions for how to cope.Reach out anytime,Dr. CDelia Chiaramonte, MDNeed support because you're managing a loved one's dementia or serious illness? Click here for help https://trainings.integrativepalliative.com/ConsciousCoping* Integrative symptom management education for physicians and other clinicians* Helping palliative care organizations provide the highest quality care * Guiding palliative care leadership to mental fitness and enhanced leadership skillsSign up here:www.integrativepalliative.com/training Here's a Free Guide for You if Your Loved One Is Ill:The 10 Best Ways to Help When Your Loved One Has A Serious Illnesshttps://trainings.integrativepalliative.com/pl/2147661904 And Here's a Free Guide for Clinicians:How to Add Integrative Medicine To Your Practicehttps://trainings.integrativepalliative.com/pl/2147657852Please review this podcast wherever you listen and forward your favorite episode to a friend! Thanks for helping me spread the word about heart-centered care for people with complex and serious illness.

Welcome to the Strong Family Project podcast, a parenting podcast where hosts Joe and Mell explore different topics related to family dynamics, parenting, and relationships. In each episode, they share practical tips and advice to help families build healthy and happy relationships.In today's episode, Joe and Mell are tackling a universal challenge that all families face: stress and worry. They'll be talking about how to manage stress and anxiety, and sharing practical strategies that families can use to reduce their worries.Let's face it, being a parent can be stressful! Whether you're dealing with a temper tantrum, a demanding boss, or a tough relationship, stress can be a constant in family life. But fear not, Joe and Mell have got you covered. They'll be sharing their personal experiences and insights on how to deal with stress and anxiety and build resilience in family life.They'll be creative ways to reduce stress, including mindful use of time, communication strategies, and asking better questions! And don't worry, they won't be leaving out the classics, like giving yourself grace. Plus, they'll be sharing some easy self-care tips for families who just need to recharge.So if you're feeling stressed or overwhelmed, join Joe and Mell for this episode of the Strong Family Project podcast, and let's work together to manage stress and worry in family life.  And hey, if you like what you hear, don't forget to leave them a 5-star review and share the podcast with other parents who might need some stress relief in their lives.Keywords: strong family, Worry and stress, Stress management, Mindfulness, Self-care, Positive self-talk, Resilience, Parenting tips, Family relationships, Family dynamics, Child development, Parenting advice, Stronger familiesGet the full 7 Elements of the Strong Family Path free at https://strongfamilyproject.com/strong-family-path/ Follow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@strongfamilycoAnd join the Instagram Strong Fam: https://www.instagram.com/officialstrongfamilyco/Email Us: strongfamilyco@gmail.com with comments, questions, media inquiries or brand advertising (to save time, better listen to some Strong Family episodes first and are aligned with our message!) We hope that you found this episode of the Strong Family Project Podcast helpful and informative. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a review or a comment on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us to continue creating valuable content for our listeners and to reach more families who could benefit from our message. Thank you for tuning in and for being a part of the Strong Family Project community!

In the final of this four-part series for the family, we consider the earlier studies of communicate, delegate, and calculate and renew ourselves within as we educate ourselves.

Welcome to the Strong Family Project, a podcast designed to help families build resilience and navigate challenging situations. In this episode, we're discussing how parents can stay calm and composed when dealing with stressful situations.Being a parent can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be stressful and overwhelming at times. From tantrums and meltdowns to unexpected emergencies, there are countless situations that can test even the most patient parent's resolve. But staying calm is crucial for maintaining a healthy and positive family dynamic.Join our hosts as they share practical tips and strategies for managing stress and staying grounded in the face of adversity. From deep breathing exercises to self-care practices, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help parents keep their cool under pressure.So, if you're a parent looking for ways to stay calm and collected in the midst of family stress, tune in to the Strong Family Project. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review if you find this episode helpful. Get the full 7 Elements of the Strong Family Path free at https://strongfamilyproject.com/strong-family-path/ Follow on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@strongfamilycoAnd join the Instagram Strong Fam: https://www.instagram.com/officialstrongfamilyco/Email Us: strongfamilyco@gmail.com with comments, questions, media inquiries or brand advertising (to save time, better listen to some Strong Family episodes first and are aligned with our message!) We hope that you found this episode of the Strong Family Project Podcast helpful and informative. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a review or a comment on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us to continue creating valuable content for our listeners and to reach more families who could benefit from our message. Thank you for tuning in and for being a part of the Strong Family Project community!

Money problems can add to family stress. And, lack of time management adds to such stress as well. In part three of this series of “family stress,” we look at addressing financial and time management to alleviate stress among families.

Growing stress upon families seem to be adding layers daily. Are there things to help our families? In part two of this series this program, we see the importance of delegation within families that addresses the daily stresses.

Growing stress upon families seem to be adding layers daily. Are there things to help our families? In this program, we see the importance of communication among families that help with the daily stresses.

Franne and Becky discuss holiday stressors and how to cope. 

We're kicking off Christmas At The Movies with one of the greatest Christmas movies of all time–Elf! You're probably wondering–how does Elf, from 2003, have anything to do with the Christmas story in the Bible? Pastor Dave will use Matthew 1 to relate Buddy the Elf's family reunion story to how Joseph dealt with the news of Mary's pregnancy and the stress that it brought. Stay tuned each week as we exploremore classic Christmas movies and how they relate to the Bible and our lives.

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