In today's episode I interview Tamar Shames, Tamar is a certified trainer in Collaborative Problem Solving, an evidence-based model of care that helps adults focus on identifying the problems that are causing concerning behaviors in kids and solving those problems collaboratively and proactively. Tamar has a wealth of knowledge on this topic and really understands this method which makes it easier to learn and internalize these ideas. She is passionate about this approach and i personally have found this approach to be very helpful along my parenting journey. I think you will find this conversation to be insightful and helpful! To hear more about this parenting approach you can check out these websites and books. Dr Ross’s website: livesinthebalance.org,Dr Ablon’s website: thinkkids.org  Books: Lost at School- Ross  Raising Human Beings- Ross Changeable- Ablon. Dr Ablon’s Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zuoPZkFcLVs&t=4s. Tamar can be reached at [email protected]

In honor of Rosh Chodesh Adar -Beis, I facilitated a conversation/ Farbrengen with good friends on one of my favorite topics, the topic of Joy and happiness. In this conversation we dig deep into the meaning of happiness and share our understanding of how to tap into true happiness .

We've all heard the cliche, "What doesn't kill you, makes you stronger." Is it really true? Does Torah agree?

Listen how 3 Chabad women, Mrs Fradel Bukiet, Mrs Vivi Deren and Mrs. Hadassah Chen share their experiences of how they are choosing to turn their challenges into growth.

Adar is the time of joy, often one of the greatest challenges to joy is our life's challenges. Hear how these three great women work to overcome their obstacles and find joy not withstanding, there is much that we can learn from them. Fradel Bukiet can be reached at [email protected] Vivi Deren can be reached at [email protected] Hadassah Chen can be reached at [email protected]

Vinafsho keshura binafsho - My soul is bound with his

A conversation with the founder of Kesher Nafshi

Reb Gedaliah Miller is a bobover Chossid who as a result of his daughter choosing a different yisdishkeit path had to learn to adjust to a new way of thinking. This ultimately led to the founding of a retreat - and a source of emotional support for more than 600 couples dealing with children who are on their “own derech”

Join me for a fascinating conversation with Dr. David Pelcovitz, A leading trauma expert and professor at Yeshiva University. Dr. Pelcovitz shares with us fascinating information on trauma and resilience and how one can grow as a result of their challenges and become a better version of themselves.

An inspirational journey of hope and triumph, conquering demons buried very deep inside,leaving a wake of chaos and destruction. Listen how Shua turns his deep hurt and struggles into his personal recovery and how now he is helping others with the lessons of his journey. To sponsor upcoming episodes please reach out through my website at www.apositivecoach.com. Shua can be reached at [email protected]

#ParentingGoals

Join me for a fascinating conversation on raising children in complicated times with noted psychologist, Dr. Shagalow.

Dr. Shagalow is on the front lines of the challenges and solutions that our frum community is facing and he shares insights and wisdom on a variety of topics related to parenting.

A guide to understanding addiction and recovery with Eli Nash

Join us as we discuss mental health, the role of medication, exercise, hormones, genetics, sleep and more in the totality of a true picture of psychological well being with Dr. Craig Heacock. Dr. Heacock is a Psychiatrist out of Boulder Colorado who practices "whole psychiatry" meaning he tries to get the roots of what is causing any given mental health challenge before immediately running to medication. He is also the founder of the incredibly popular psychedelic podcast BFTA - Back From The Abyss

Bashie Naparstek courageously shares her story and struggle with anxiety, depression and Bipolar disorder. Bashie a mother of 7 children shares with us that while she still struggles with her anxiety and her Bipolar diagnosis at times, she now has the tools, awareness, and emotional insight to manage her tendencies and live a healthy, happy, and meaningful life.

Give a listen and be inspired! Bashie can be reached at [email protected]