Are you longing for a stronger connection with your almost grown kids, but finding it challenging because it feels like you're speaking different languages? Many parents face this dilemma. You may have resorted to nagging and lecturing your kids thinking it will make them listen and understand, but let's be honest, that approach doesn't work.

Fortunately, there's a better way. Join renowned experts, Dr. Meg Meeker and Dr. Emily Kline, as they engage in an enlightening discussion on effective strategies to bridge the communication gap with your almost grown kids.

Their conversation focuses on:

The key moments in this episode are:

00:00:00 The Challenges of Communicating with Older Kids

00:03:48 Giving Kids Control and the Power of Active Listening

00:05:25 Redefining a Parent's Job

00:07:12 Communicating with Troubled Teens

00:10:43 Working with Parents and the Limitations of Parenthood

00:15:17 The Importance of Understanding Why Kids Say They Hate School

00:16:09 Motivational Listening and Self-Actualization

00:19:11 Motivating a 16-Year-Old Boy to Study

00:21:26 Addressing Unhealthy Eating Habits in Teenagers

00:31:01 Parents' Power to Limit Phone Use

00:31:33 Can Kids Make Good Decisions?

00:32:49 Monitoring Kids' Phone Usage

00:33:20 Privacy vs. Parental Involvement

00:34:32 Key Takeaways and Book Recommendation 

ABOUT OUR GUEST

EMILY KLINE, PHD is a clinical psychologist and writer in Boston. She has held faculty positions in psychiatry at Boston University School of Medicine and Harvard Medical School. Released in April 2023, The School of Hard Talks: How to Have Real Conversations with Your (Almost Grown) Kids is available for purchase in bookstores, via Amazon and other online retailers!  

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In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Meeker, joins forces with Dr. Jill Simons

Throughout the episode, Dr. Meeker and Dr. Simons encourage listeners to ask themselves some tough questions, challenging popular narratives and encouraging informed decision-making. They emphasize the importance of providing unwavering support and love to children experiencing gender dysphoria while advocating for cautious approaches when addressing their unique needs.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:00:00 - Stereotypes and Personality,

00:03:12 - The Rise of Transgender Issues

00:08:26 - Speaking Up for Kids

00:09:40 - Biological Sex and Stereotypes

00:11:54 - Puberty and Acceptance

00:17:37 - The Financial Incentive of Transgender Treatments

00:18:02 - Lack of Testing and Certainty in Transgender Treatments

00:20:36 - Limitations and Impacts of Transitioning

00:22:00 - Sterility and Sexual Function in Transgender Children

00:25:10 - Supporting Parents and Providing Resources

Other recommended episodes:

"Kids and Transgender – What the Medical Data Shows, Part 1" Guest: Irene Ericksen and Mary Anne Mosack "Kids and Transgender – What the Medical Data Shows, Part 2" Guest: Irene Ericksen and Mary Anne Mosack

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If you're feeling overwhelmed and exhausted from juggling countless responsibilities and tasks, only to find that you still don't have enough time for what matters most to you, then you are not alone! Many parents are caught in a cycle of busyness that only leads to stress and burnout, despite their best efforts. Our guest, Crystal Paine, who is a mom of six, bestselling author, and entrepreneur, shares with Dr. Meeker tips from her new book, The Time-Saving Mom: How to Juggle a Lot, Enjoy Your Life, and Accomplish What Matters Most.

Topics covered:

About our guest:

Crystal Paine is the founder of MoneySavingMom.com, host of The Crystal Paine Show podcast, and a New York Times bestselling author. Her desire is to help women across the globe live with more joy, purpose, and intention in their everyday lives. She lives with her husband and six kids in the Nashville, Tennessee, area, where she is actively involved in her local church. Her biggest passions are helping women understand how the gospel can radically transform their lives, raising awareness for foster care, going on adventures with her family (locally, domestically, and internationally), finding great deals at the grocery store, having heartfelt conversations, and trying to read too many books at one time!

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On this special Father's Day episode, Dr. Meeker and her special guests explore the worries, joys, and unwavering love that fathers experience in their parenting journey. Joining the roundtable is Andy Doole, a devoted father, author, influencer, and Seattle Seahawks in-game host. Benjamin Watson, a father of seven and Super Bowl Champion, also lends his insights, and completing the panel is Michael Dickson, a successful businessman and devoted father of three.

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In this episode, Dr. Meeker and Nate Randle, the CEO of GABB discuss kids and social media. Parents today want to stay connected with their child by taking advantage of the latest in technology. However, the same tools that allow this to happen are also not made with a child in mind. Gabb strives to tailor innovative cellular technology exclusively for kids and their parents—keeping them connected and protected.

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Thanks for listening to Episode #201 Impossible To Keep Your Kids Off Social Media? Think Again. and for helping Dr. Meg’s parenting revolution reach more than 5.5 MILLION downloads! Please subscribe, rate and leave a review for us on iTunes!

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In this episode, Dr. Meeker along with her podcast producer’s, Mike Segovia and Jessica Daley, will take you down memory lane in celebration of Episode #200 of Parenting Great Kids podcast. 

• Episode #165 “Toxic Screen Time” with guest, Melanie Hempie.  She has answers and solutions for parents when it comes to social media and your children. 

“Kids who are not burdened with smart phones and social media score higher in every single area. From academics, family attachment, interests and hobbies, their exercise and eating habits and sleeping habits. Everything that you can possibly measure, they do better.”  - Melanie Hempie

• Episode #41 “The Hope of Adoption” with guests, Steven Curtis, Mary Beth and Emily Chapman.  Emily was heavily involved in creating and nurturing this desire in her parent’s to want to adopt a child. 

“I realize more as I look at the work of Show Hope and our own story of adoption and all the ways that Gods hands have been on and working through Emily’s life and our family in a profound way.” -  Steven Curtis Chapman

• Episode #29 “Being a Hero Dad” with guest, Philip Rivers.  He has eight kids along with being a football star and practicing leadership on and off the field.  Dad’s need to learn to see themselves through their children’s eyes.  

“I think ultimately we want to teach them to know, love and serve God as a family of faith.” – Philip Rivers

• Episode #144 “Encouragement for Children Who Are Adopted and in Foster Care” with guest Peter Mutabazi.

Peter is a single dad who fosters children.  He has his own traumatic background growing up in Uganda with an abusive father.  He has learned that trauma effects people in different ways.  

“For me a time out is time in my office with me or time in my kitchen with me. So you see, I am there. You aren’t going to play video games, you are going to sit with me while I clean or do dishes because that’s when I want to win them over. Sending them away is a trigger for most of them.” – Peter Mutabazi

• Episode #57 & 58 “The Importance of Father’s” with guest, Tucker Carlson.

Dr. Meeker and Tucker Carlson talk about the state of fatherhood in America.

“The key divide is not between left and right, Republican or Democrat. It’s between people who believe the family is the center of everything and those who don’t.” – Tucker Carlson

• Episode #180 “CRT, Sex Ed and Other School Issues” with guest, Dr. Carol Swain.

They discuss hot button topics that shine a fresh perspective on what our children are being taught.

“We want to live in a society where the dignity of every individual is respected. I believe that as a Christian, that all men and women are created in Gods image and that we are to love one another.” – Dr. Carol Swain

• Dr. Meg’s thoughts on the past 7 years of podcasts:

It has been such a joy! Our goal has been to encourage parents during their parenting journey. Don’t let life become overwhelming by worrying about things you don’t need to worry about. My heart is to continue to teach and encourage parent’s in the years to come.

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In this episode Dr. Meeker and guest Sarah Moore have an intriguing conversation about her new book, Peaceful Discipline: Story Teaching, Brain Science, & Better Behavior. At the end of the day every parent wants to feel good about their parenting and good about the relationship they have with their child/children.

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Join Dr. Meeker and Dr. Cloud as they discuss his new book, Trust. Rich with wisdom drawn from decades of experience in clinical practice, business consulting and research, Trust is the ultimate resource for managing this most complex and fundamental of human bonds.

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Katie shares her incredible testimony of how God has used her to make a difference as a young adult in Uganda. It’s a story of the grace and peace of God. After working in the orphanages in Uganda, it became important to not just have the children go through school or have meals provided but to also learn about the truth of their Savior, Jesus. 

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Join Dr. Meeker and Bruce Sheridan as they talk about his life and new book, “A Well-Launched Life:  How Young People Can Live an Intentional, Fulfilling Life.”  

There are four steps to the process in helping young adults find their purpose. 1. Think about what you want to do with your life. 2. Write it down. 3. Measure your progress every day. 4. Review it every 90 days. 

He also shares about his abusive upbringing and has a message for fathers at the end of this podcast.  

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