You may hear a lot about the topic of mindset and how it influences our choices. Oftentimes discussions about mindset are centered around the personal and professional growth of adults, but what about children? How can mindset work help our children become more confident, encourage healthy risk taking, and help them to earn better grades in school? In this episode, I share 5 key highlights from the must-read book, Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck, that I believe all parents should read if they want to raise children who are happy, resilient, and more motivated to learn. Having the right mindset can change the trajectory of a child’s future for the good! 

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Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck

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In this episode, I interview Clinical Psychologist, J. J. Kelly, to have an important dialogue about kids’ relationship with social media and how parents really need to approach it. Do you often feel like social media is such a distraction or that you aren’t monitoring their activity enough? Well, don’t worry. You are not alone, and there is hope in how you can effectively deal with your family’s unique situation so that your child can be engaged in life beyond the screen.

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In this episode, I share with you 5 things you should do to raise grateful kids. In a day and age where we often encounter children who may be act in a way that sends the message that the world owes them something or where children are never satisfied with what they do have, it is even more important to teach our children the importance of gratitude. Even if you find your own child isn’t appreciating what you’re giving them or doing for them and are acting increasingly spoiled, it’s important to realize that you can change this pattern at any time. That's why these 5 tips are going to be helpful to any parent who finds gratitude as an important character trait.

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The purpose of this episode is to heighten your awareness about a very sensitive topic - one we really need to be more open to discussing. And it is suicide. I understand that you may feel uncomfortable talking about it, especially with your child, but there are ways to open up the dialogue and even build your relationship to the point where your child sees you as a safe adult to talk to about their feelings. Most importantly, my special guest and I will be sharing with you some of the signs you should look for if you suspect your child is contemplating suicide and how you can seek help.

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What are some of the signs that a youth is contemplating suicide? As parents it is important to focus on what you can See, Hear, Sense, and Learn.

See—careless, moody, withdrawing, alcohol/ drug misuse
Hear—alone, burden, no purpose, escape
Sense—desperate, hopeless, numb, ashamed
Learn—abuse, losses, rejection, suicide experience

What can parents do if they notice these signs? Ask, Listen, and Keep Safe
Ask-“Are you thinking about suicide?”
Listen—“Let’s talk about this.” “I’m listening.” “This is important.”
Keep Safe—“We need extra help. I want to connect you with someone who can help you keep safe.”

What protective factors need to be in place for suicide prevention?
Effective coping and problem-solving skills
Reasons for living
Support from partners, friends, and family
Feeling connected
Faith/ belief in something greater
Understanding that it’s okay not to feel okay

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Information on the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline:
Contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline if you are experiencing mental health-related distress or are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.

Call or text 988
Chat at 988lifeline.org
Connect with a trained crisis counselor. 988 is confidential, free, and available 24/7/365.
Visit the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline for more information at 988lifeline.org.

If anyone is interested in learning more about training, please contact Dr. Jones at [email protected]

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If you have a child with moderate to severe special need who struggles with maintaining a healthy diet - maybe they are picky eaters or are simply addicted to junk food, then this is the episode for you. There are ways to get those nutrients into their bodies that are going to feed their brain health, as well. 

In this episode, I interview a guest who has been that parent, who has been in your shoes, and who continues to care for adult children with moderate to severe special needs. So listen to find out how you can creatively attack the nutrition issue and also glean from her parenting journey. 

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In this episode, I share with you 3 things you should consider if you have gone through the entire special education evaluation process only to hear “your child does not meet eligibility criteria for special education” also known as Does Not Qualify or DNQ. This can be frustrating and disheartening. So find out what to consider as you ponder the question, “what next?”

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In this episode, I interview pediatrician, Dr. Nicole Pope about developmental milestones that your child should be meeting. This is SUPER important as your child is developing, especially in the first 5 years. The first 5 years is such a critical stage in their life where early intervention is so crucial if some part of their development is not progressing the way it should. But did you know that there are new guidelines for parents to be aware of? Find out what changes have been made and what you should do if you suspect a problem. 

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www.pathways.org

CDC App Link: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/milestones-app.html

What to do with your concern: https://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/concerned.html

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In this episode, we discuss the challenges and struggles surrounding caring for a child who was born prematurely. This episode is to inspire encouragement and hope that your child can still have a chance as being successful in life. Our special guest  shares her personal journey raising a daughter who began life with developmental delays due to being born prematurely. 

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In this episode, I interview Dr. Pedro Olvera, Licensed Educational Psychologist, about special education assessments that can take place outside of the school system. There are 5 key things parents need to know about what they are and how they can help to determine eligibility or serve to diagnose your child’s problem.

Guess what! You are in for a treat because Dr. Olvera is going to be sharing exactly how to get an Independent Educational Evaluation funded without you paying a dime!

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In this episode, we discuss how you can have a tension-free relationship with your tween or teen daughter. If you have either worked with this age group or have sons and daughters of your own, then you understand that girls and boys express their emotions very differently and so it’s good to be equipped to respond those emotions, effectively, so that you are building up the relationship even during challenging times. 

So, if this is an area that you struggle with, guess what! I have good news! You are about to learn 5 strategies to use that will help you respond without flipping out. Listen now and start applying the strategies today!

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