Hello, No Problem parents! Welcome to another empowering episode of Wellness Wednesdays on the No Problem Parenting podcast. I'm Jaci Finneman, your host, and today, we have a special guest who is not only a parent but also the Co-founder and CEO of Gotivation, Dennis Timpanaro.

Our topic for today is 'Unleashing Motivation Mastery,' and we'll explore the skill of motivation, mentally balancing kids, jobs, and health, and, especially for parents, getting unstuck and back into a healthy routine.

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Welcome back, to another Tech & Teaching Tuesday Today, we're diving into the delicate dance of integrating work and family life, a topic that resonates with so many of us.  

We've got a fantastic guest with us today, Dollnita Wilson, who will shed light on the importance of being present and initiating family conversations about stress within the home.

Segment 2; How much screen time is too much and Tips for limiting screen time for the whole family.

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Welcome to another episode of No Problem Parenting's Mindset & Motivation Mondays!

Today, we're acknowledging the influence of our self-talk, specifically those disempowering 'I can't' statements that often show up in our parenting responses and conversations, especially when our energy is drained. I will share the profound change that occurs when we intentionally shift our language including my own “I can’t story”. 

In our daily conversations, especially in parenting, 'I can't' tends to be a default response. But what if it's not about our capabilities? What if it's more about our fears, worries, or preferences.

Consider the last time you said 'I can't' in response to a parenting situation or anytime really. Was it genuinely about capability, or was it really covering up a different emotion or preference? Recognizing this distinction is the first step. It's about understanding that 'I can't' might actually mean 'I'm scared,' 'I prefer not to,' ‘I don’t know how’ or 'I need support.

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Welcome to 'Self Care Sundays,' on the No Problem Parenting podcast. 

Sundays often signify a day to rest and recharge before the start of a new week. We will focus on self-care for parents and give you ideas on being more intentional about caring for yourself to better care for your kids. We’ll sprinkle in some episodes of self-care for kids too.

Today’s resources are about what we put in and on our bodies that help us feel good from the inside out and outside in.

How do you do self care? What does self care mean for you?

Self Care can be whatever makes you smile and fills your cup.  I encourage you to Intentionally Do something kind for yourself,  rest and rejuvenate. 

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"What are the benefits of parent/child play, and how can you make it awesome for kids of all ages and for you the parent?"

A study in the Journal of Marriage and Family revealed that shared leisure activities, including play, are linked to greater satisfaction in family relationships. So, there's more to play than just about keeping kids busy or entertained.

Play Builds curiosity, Trust, and Connection – If you are finding yourself yelling all the time, play is a great way to stop feeding the problems in your home with anger and frustration and setting the tone in your home to be more fun and joyful.  Kids don’t want you to yell, but if seeing you yell is the only excitement or animation they get from you, you might notice they are pushing your buttons to gain your attention even if it is negative attention. 

You are the leader of your home and can shift the tone in your home and today I’m going to give you some ideas for how to do that with infants to teens.

 When you actively engage in play with your children, whether it's peek-a-boo, building LEGO towers, constructing forts, or even pretending to be superheroes, you create a foundation of curiosity, trust, and connection that lasts a lifetime.

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Welcome Back No-Problem Parents!

Are you paying your kids an allowance? Do you pay them for chores? How's their savings account looking?

You May Ask Yourself "How Do I Teach My Kids About Money?"

What Do You Personally Do With Your Children To Set Them Up For Financial Success?

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To kick off our weekly Therapeutic Thursday theme series, I’ve intentionally started with one of my favorite therapeutic approaches — Dialectical Behavior Therapy, otherwise known as (DBT).

Today, I’m going to share some examples of the differences between a thought and a feeling and my favorite DBT Resource: Dr. J.J. Kelly from Unorthodocs, Inc.

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How do I create healthy food habits and encourage my children to eat a well-rounded diet?

Short version of tips:

make mealtime an enjoyable experience

create a relaxed atmosphere, wherever you are eating your meal

gradually introduce a variety of foods, flavors, and textures into their meals.

 experiment with different cooking methods

avoid being too nice or too mean regarding meal time

avoid the battle of kids not eating the meal that is served

stay out of food battles as much as possible

just because your child is upset about the food doesn’t mean you have to be

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Welcome to Tech and Teaching Tuesdays!

In this episode, we tackle the crucial question: How can you ensure your child’s online safety? Join me as I share technology tips tailored for toddlers to teens.

We kick things off by acknowledging the expansive digital landscape our kids are growing up in, moving beyond mere screen time management to establish early childhood boundaries. In middle childhood, the focus shifts to fostering critical thinking and online etiquette, utilizing the "Three W's" - Who, What, and Why - as a powerful tool for guiding your child's online behavior. Consider taping these questions as a friendly reminder inside the cover of their tablet or in their playroom.

Venturing into adolescence, a time of heightened emotions and rapid changes, we emphasize the significance of open communication and privacy awareness. Creating a digital contract with your teen, as discussed in Episode 12 and reiterated today, becomes a valuable tool outlining expectations, consequences, and fostering collaboration.

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Does the new year truly offer a blank canvas? Is it a magical chance to redefine our goals, strengthen our mindset, and set the tone for the months ahead, for ourselves and our families? I firmly believe it can be, especially when we embrace optimism in the face of challenges.

Here's what we're talking about today:

Attitude:

Intentional Time Management:

Setting optimistic intentions for the year ahead.

Prioritizing quality family time through intentional planning.

Using intentional moments to strengthen family bonds.

Last Year Review:

Reflecting on the past year with an optimistic lens.

Acknowledging lessons learned and growth achieved in 2023.

Celebrating personal and family achievements.

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