Watching Teen TV together can create an easy environment for low-pressure conversations and maybe even some important emotional health lessons!

Come along with us for the fun and dramatic adventures of Never Have I Ever  episode 5 and 6 where we dive into the different family dynamics of our beloved peeps. So great to get a look into TV Characters true feelings. 

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Not Enough is a feeling most of us can relate to.  How does Devi react when she's feeling not good enough?

Dr. Nikki and Angi are having so much fun watching Never Have I Ever and this week we are talking about episodes three and 4.  

There is so much going on here and so many great topics to talk about: 

Are there times and places that you don't feel like enough or that you belong?    

When did you feel like you had to give up on your authentic self in order to fit in?

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Dr. Nikki & Angi are watching Never Have I Ever on Netflix. 

We dive into episode 1 and 2 talking about these lovable and struggling characters, relating it to our own experiences.  Teens and Parents can use our podcast as a way of developing important insights into our own feelings and figuring out new ways to communicate.  

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Which TV shows did our (parent) generation watch growing up?  What did we learn from Growing Pains and The Cosby Show?

If the theme song to 90210 still plays in your mind...you'll love laughing with us through this episode.

Find topics that are fun to discuss with your teen.  Tell them what you watched and why you watched it.  Make more connections.  

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Hey Lovelies. 

In this bonus episode we watch Ms. Congeniality, 2000, with Sandra Bullock and do a deep dive into sexism, what feminism is and toxic masculinity in the work place. Let's talk about feminism and sexism in Ms. Congeniality.  

If you want a big, fun life with less worry, overwhelm and anxiety so that you can be super-connected with your children and really keep then close and safe DM or contact me and see how I can help. If you want to know more about what it would be like to work together, get in touch for  a free consultation.  I can help you have the worry free big joyous life that will really keep your family safe through stronger connections without yelling or fighting. 

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Dr. Nikki and Adam

Question 1:

How easy is it for you to make a choice like Hart did about moving to do the Heimlich on the choking person?

1) I make choices easily and quickly

2) I obsess over them for a long time and don’t make them

3) I never make the choice and stay in indecision

How do you get out your anger like Hart did on the punching bag after getting her partner shot

1) Punch a punching bag

2) Punch a person

3) Keep it all in and hold a grudge

4) Blame yourself

5) Yell

Are we expected to be following orders even when you feel that there is something wrong with the request?

1) I follow orders to the letter

2) I follow them sometimes: when I want to and don’t tell anyone

What makes a woman feminine? What is feminine? Hart believes she is NOT feminine.

1) Wearing nice clothing and heels

2) Being part of a pageant

3) Being nice and compliant

4) Being clever and capable

Can you be a feminist and still be in a beauty pageant?

What is the definition of beautiful? What do you need to do to be beautiful?

Hey Beautiful Humans,  Today we take a little detour from our regularly scheduled programming to have some fun with Amy Schumer's "I Feel Pretty".  Join us for the important conversation with the brilliant Author and Tic Tok influencer, Kathryn Ver Brugge, to discuss the intersection of Sexism and fat oppression and where it completely derails our hopes and dreams and even our health.   The same night we podcasted I was fortunate enough to go to the book signing and reading of Mecca Sullivan's new book "Big Girl" which really highlighted the intersectionality of sexism, racism and fat oppression which has it's own flavor and differences.   Mom's and daughters pull up a piece of the couch and watch "I Feel Pretty" and discuss.   The more adept we are at understanding oppression and the way in which it affects all of us the better we will be able communicate.  If you want a big, fun life with less worry, overwhelm and anxiety so that you can be super-connected with your children and really keep then close and safe DM or contact me and see how I can help. If you want to know more about what it would be like to work together, get in touch for  a free consultation.  I can help you have the worry free big joyous life that will really keep your family safe through stronger connections without yelling or fighting. Contact Nikki xo Nikki and Kathryn

Talking with your teen about Gossip Girl can really take the pressure off.  There doesn't need to be yelling and hurt feelings for every conversation with your teen.

Yes we are in season 2.  Bring the popcorn and get ready for the rollercoaster to continue.  Watch episode 1 and 2 and then settle in for something to TALK ABOUT with your teen.

We start off season two with a wild trip through the Hamptons where the most influential people and richest elite in NYC summer. There is so much deceit and lies in order to not feel too much including rejection and humiliation.  Oh the lengths people would go to outrun hard feelings or talk about relationships. 

Talk amongst yourselves, 

xoxo

Angi and Dr. Nikki

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Just look at all the emotional drama we can discuss in the dramatic conclusion of season 1 of Gossip Girl.  

Join us for more conversation and fun so that you can connect, stop worrying and fight less.  

More communication with your teen.  Stronger connections.  Build trust not discomfort.

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Let's talk about the emotional response.  Gossip Girl gets a little crazy sometimes.  Your teen might also face some sketchy and vulnerable situations.  Talking together to create ideas about how you can PREPARE for difficult friendship challenges can really help.

Listen with your teenager and join us for a discussion on emotional well-being.

Work with Nikki directly to get you and your teen on track with open, honest and connected relationships with your kids.

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Let's unpack Gossip Girl Season 1, episode 12 and 13 together  

After listening to the episode you will get a true sense of the nature of your lovability.  We often think others will stop loving us when we disappoint them.

Let's keep the lines of communication open and the curiosity strong.

Less judgement and more thoughtful communication.

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