Parenting Our Future

As a mom of two teen boys who both have anxiety, I know how hard it can be to navigate and help them without becoming anxious about it myself!  If you have a child with anxiety, first know there is hope!   In this episode, psychologist, Melanie McNally and I talk about why kids are more anxious than we seemed to be at their age.  We know social media plays a part but we have so much more access to news, 24/7

In this episode, Dr. Melanie and I talk about how can parents tell if their child's anxiety is normal, everyday stress or if its harmful anxiety that's holding them back.  

Dr. Melanie shares ways parents can help their kids deal with everyday stress and bigger anxieties.

For Dr McNally’s “Helping Your Child Deal with Difficult Problems,” workbook, you can download it from the Parent Toolbox.  www.parent-toolbox.com

About Dr. Melanie McNally Melanie McNally, PsyD, is a licensed clinical psychologist who helps Gen Zers become the super heroes of their life stories. She provides online support through teletherapy and coaching; online programs; and books that teach Gen Zers how to build self-confidence, manage anxiety, and achieve their goals. Dr. McNally founded Therapy Bootcamp, an app-based psychoeducational service for Gen Zers to get therapy tools delivered right to their phones. Therapy Bootcamp is an 8-week program where bootcampers build self-awareness and develop coping tools, all while being able to DM Dr. McNally directly. The next Bootcamp starts April 4, 2022. Dr. McNally has worked in the mental health field since 2005 and teaches the skills, strategies, and tools that she herself has used and continues to use. She lives in the forest of the upper peninsula of Michigan with her husband and three dogs.  

Contact Information: Email: [email protected] Social Media: Website: WWW.destinationyou.net  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmcnally/  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/drmelaniemcnally; Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmelaniemcnally/

Thanks for listening! It means so much to me that you listened to my podcast! If you would like to purchase my book or other parenting resources, visit me at www.yellingcurebook.com

With this podcast, my intention is to build a community of parents that can have open and honest conversations about parenting without judgement or criticism. We have too much of that! I honour each parent and their path towards becoming the best parent they can be. My hope is to inspire more parents to consider the practice of Peaceful Parenting. If you know somebody who would benefit from this message, or would be an awesome addition to our community, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a note in the comment section below!

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As if it isn’t hard enough to enter adolescence with hormones, growth spurts, hair in new places and ACNE!  The first question my guest, Dr. Yug Varma, was WHY!?  Why does it happen and why does it coincide with adolescence?

Dr. Varma has over 10 years of microbiome research experience and has uncovered a bacteriophage (a type of virus that infects bacteria - literally a bacteria eater) that’s found on clear skin but is absent on acne-infected skin.  His product Phyla, introduces the bacteriophage, to acne prone skin to eliminate it. 

I thought it was important to cover this topic because I know so many parents worry about their kids and the social anxiety that comes from having acne.  Acne is a chronic condition that is affecting people for longer, even into their thirties. The traditional methods use antibacterial and antibiotics to clear the skin but they aren’t meant for long term use, have many side effects and kill both good and bad bacteria.  Phyla, a natural product, eliminates acne with zero side effects and without the use of antibiotics. 

In this episode, Dr. Varma and I talk about: What causes acne (and should we squeeze that zit!) Why do some people have acne and why some don’t What the microbiome reveals about acne How traditional approaches to acne treatment can cause more harm 

For a 10% discount on your order of Phyla, and more information on acne prevention, visit the Parent Toolbox.  www.parent-toolbox.com

About Yug Varma Yug Varma, Ph.D., is the co-founder & CEO of Phyla, the world’s most advanced probiotic acne system. He has 10+ years of microbiome research experience, including an extensive background in bio-organic chemistry, microbiology, and synthetic biology. Dr. Varma received his scientific training at several distinguished academic institutions, including Johns Hopkins University (Ph.D.) and University of California, San Francisco. His scientific work has been published in many prestigious journals, including Nature.

Dr. Varma’s mission is to change the way we treat chronic bacterial diseases and is working tirelessly to achieve this goal with a microbiome-based technology platform. He is passionate about promoting scientific literacy and devotes a significant amount of time to demystifying microbiome research and making the latest research accessible to the general public.

Contact information: Email: [email protected]   Social Media: Website: http://phylabiotics.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/phylabiotics Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/phylabiotics/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phylabiotics/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/phylabiotics

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3ZzSy1ZuEzGFfsmG8fve8Q/

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Thanks for listening! It means so much to me that you listened to my podcast! If you would like to purchase my book or other parenting resources, visit me at www.yellingcurebook.com

With this podcast, my intention is to build a community of parents that can have open and honest conversations about parenting without judgement or criticism. We have too much of that! I honor each parent and their path towards becoming the best parent they can be.

My hope is to inspire more parents to consider the practice of Peaceful Parenting. If you know somebody who would benefit from this message, or would be an awesome addition to our community, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

Since the onset of the pandemic, 46% of teens identify as having new or worsening mental health conditions.  Why?  What’s going on?  Why are so many kids anxious and what is social anxiety? 

My guest, Kyle Mitchell, or as he’s better known, Social Anxiety Kyle, is talking about this mental health crisis and what we can do to support our kids who are struggling.  The fact is, anxiety is normal, and every single person on the planet has it because it’s part of our survival system!  Therefore, we can’t eliminate anxiety but we can lessen it and learn to live with it. 

When it comes to social anxiety, it’s all about fear of judgement.  Fear that you will be negatively judged or labeled in social situations.  But this kind of anxiety is tricky to spot because most people are good at hiding it, when in reality, it's driving the bus in a person’s life. 

Kyle talks about what you can do to help your kids who have anxiety and how to prevent it.

 These are simple, practical and easy steps anyone can do!  

In this episode we talk about: What anxiety is all about. How judgement is never about you. What ways do kids show anxiety?  What can parents do to help/support their kids struggling with anxiety and their mental health.

For a free (incredibly helpful) guide from Kyle, “Effective Tips to Start Reducing Social Anxiety Today” join or visit the Parent Toolbox - www.parent-toolbox.com 

About Kyle Mitchell Kyle Mitchell is a mental health advocate, speaker, podcast host, upcoming TEDx speaker, and social media influencer who is passionate about solving the problems associated with poor mental health in the world and the impact they have on our communities, especially teens and youth. Having struggled and conquered his own social anxiety after a 10-year battle, he has found his calling and purpose to impact the lives of others on a global scale. Kyle’s mission is to help 1 million teens go from socially anxious to socially confident, collaborating with teens, educators, parents, nonprofits, and other organizations to change the narrative and stigma that currently exists.

Contact information: Email: [email protected]

Social Media: Website: https://www.socialanxietykyle.com/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@socialanxietykyle? Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SocialAnxietyKyle/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/social_anxiety_kyle/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/anxietykyle 

 

Thanks for listening! It means so much to me that you listened to my podcast! If you would like to purchase my book or other parenting resources, visit me at www.yellingcurebook.com

With this podcast, my intention is to build a community of parents that can have open and honest conversations about parenting without judgement or criticism. We have too much of that! I honor each parent and their path towards becoming the best parent they can be. My hope is to inspire more parents to consider the practice of Peaceful Parenting. If you know somebody who would benefit from this message, or would be an awesome addition to our community, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

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Every time I talk to Gary Quesenberry, I learn something new.  The safety tips he’s shared with me have stayed with me.  I’m so excited about his newest book addition to his safety series, “Spotting Danger Before It Spots Your Teens”.   Gary has turned his career in law enforcement into teachings to help you raise your children safely, even if you don’t know what’s lurking around the corner.

  Gary’s foundation is based on situational awareness: how people should act, reading the environment, identifying problems, knowing your options, and reinforcement through visualisation. 

Gary and I talk about how to keep our teens safe in today’s ever-changing world - as a parent, it’s hard to keep up! Gary shares such wisdom in an easy-to-understand way, and well, I love listening to him because he has a great accent! 

In this episode we talk about these important issues: 

Understanding the risks teens face: online safety, school violence, exploitation

Challenges that “pre-drivers licence teens” face: being home alone, being safe at malls movies and parks, sleepovers, school trips, and team sports

Teens “on the move” who have more freedom and access to vehicles: drivers' safety, parties, and dating

What I love the most about Gary and his book is that it’s something you and your teen can read.  I know your teen wants to make good choices and knowledge is power!  

For Gary’s GENEROUS gift of the first few chapters of his book, “Spotting Danger Before it Spots Your Teens”, you can download it from the Parent Toolbox.  www.parent-toolbox.com

As discussed in the podcast, you can visit these sites for more child safety information:

Veterans for Child Rescue: https://vets4childrescue.org/ 

About Gary Quesenberry

Gary Quesenberry was born in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, where his parents taught him the value of hard work, patriotism, and service to others. Gary enlisted in the United States Army at the age of seventeen, where he served as an artilleryman during Operation Desert Storm. After the events of 9/11, Gary went to work as a Federal Air Marshal. There, he travelled the world in his country's service and devoted his time to studying the fields of violence and predatory behaviour. Gary now serves as the CEO of Quesenberry Personal Defence Training, and is the author of the “Heads Up” situational awareness series, Spotting Danger Before It Spots You, Spotting Danger Before It Spots Your Kids and now Spotting Danger Before It Spots Your Teens. He has also been featured on the History Channel’s hit television series Top Shot and Top Shot All-Stars. Gary has an extensive background in domestic and foreign counter-terror training and has worked in both the private and corporate sectors to educate others on the importance of situational awareness and personal safety.

Contact information: Email: [email protected]

Social Media: Website: https://www.garyquesenberry.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-quesenberry-48476373/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/quesenberrytraining/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gary.quesenberry/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2tpT93Rk_fOkf_CQ3Vwqyw?view_as=subscriber

Thanks for listening! It means so much to me that you listened to my podcast! If you resonate with my message and would like my personal help in your parenting journey, I’d love to talk to you.  

Please visit my website to book a call with me where we can talk about your parenting frustrations and I’ll share how I can help you. www.parentingforconnection.com   My intention with my show is to build a community of parents that can have open and honest conversations about parenting without judgement or criticism.  We have too much of that! 

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Sleep is the most underrated aspect of wellness. As parents, especially moms, we lose so much sleep in pregnancy, when the babies are born and for many years as our kids grow up. It seems “easy” to forget our needs for sleep and just run on empty because you are so needed and valuable to everyone in your life. Here’s the thing, when you aren’t rested, you aren’t thriving. You DESERVE to live a life filled with joy, fun and connection….and getting enough sleep is KEY to having a great life. 

In this episode, I’m talking to someone I think the world of, my friend and expert on this topic, Ann Gomez. We are talking about why it’s so important, how it impacts your brain and body when you don’t get enough, how to and how to get better sleep.  

This episode is packed with so much helpful information from: How increased cortisol levels impact us How much sleep should we be getting?  What does it look like if you don’t get enough rest How do you create better quality sleep?  Getting to sleep Calming techniques How to fall back asleep–circular thoughts (use affirmation “Trust and Release”)

For a copy of Ann’s “Sleep Habits and the Wellbeing Reset”, join the parent Toolbox today! www.parent-toolbox.com 

About Ann Gomez

As the founding president of Clear Concept Inc., Ann is committed to helping people thrive at work. She leads engaging training programs around productivity, high-performance teams and a thrive mindset.She is also the best-selling author of The Email Warrior: how to clear your inbox and keep it that way.Ann works with clients across various industries, including law, finance, healthcare, and consumer goods. Ann holds an MBA and brings years of experience as a management consultant to all of her work.When not working, Ann can be found running around with her family, which includes 4 ... yes, you heard correctly, 4 active children. On that note, there isn’t a doubt in my mind that she knows a thing or two about productivity and teams!

Look for Ann’s book, Email Warrior here: https://clearconceptinc.ca/Contact

Information:Email:[email protected]

Social Profiles:

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/clearconceptinc/Twitter:https://twitter.com/clearconceptincLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/anngomez/Web:www.clearconceptinc.ca

 

Thanks for listening!

It means so much to me that you listened to my podcast! If you resonate with my message and would like my personal help in your parenting journey, I’d love to talk to you. Please visit my website to book a call with me where we can talk about your parenting frustrations and I’ll share how I can help you.www.parentingforconnection.com

My intention with my show is to build a community of parents that can have open and honest conversations about parenting without judgment or criticism. We have too much of that!I honor each parent and their path towards becoming the best parent they can be.My hope is to inspire more parents to consider the practice of Peaceful Parenting.If you know somebody who would benefit from this message, or would be an awesome addition to our community, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a note in the comment section below!

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This episode is packed with so much information, it has something for everyone!  

We are talking about working mom life, parenting, toxic positivity, setting boundaries and how to sit in your power as a woman! 

Please meet my wonderful guest, Christine Michel Carter, who is the #1 Global Voice for Working Moms.  

She has a wealth of knowledge and expertise in helping career women navigate the workplace and, when needed, works with them to transition to new flexible opportunities without sacrificing their income.

Throughout our discussion the same theme kept emerging and that is how striving to be “perfect” is holding us back! Whether you are a working mom or not, it still applies.  Wanting to be perfect can stop us from asking for help, delegating, putting up boundaries and communicating OUR wants, needs and thoughts.  

Perfectionism is driven by FEAR.  Fear that we aren’t good enough, not worthy or an imposter.  To be HUMAN is to be imperfect, so can we please stop right now with the perfection?  If that idea is hard for you, let me ask you, what is being perfect costing you?  Sanity, burnout, relationships, health, and peace? 

When you reject perfectionism, you open the door to vulnerability which is hard, BUT you’re already uncomfortable…right?  AND if we can all reject it, it helps all of us because when we no longer need to keep up the lie of it (which is exhausting!) it gives others the permission to do the same.  

I couldn’t get enough of Christine and I know you will love this episode! 

For Christine’s guide, “Stopping the need to be needed: How to avoid co-dependency in parenting” you can download it from the Parent Toolbox.  www.parent-toolbox.com

About Christine Michel Carter

Known as the #1 Global Voice for Working Moms and featured in the Washington Post and New York Times, Christine works with the Congressional Caucus on Black Women & Girls, the U.S. Department of Labor and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on maternal and child care related issues, and has most recently worked on the maternal initiatives of Vice President Kamala Harris including the Maternal CARE Act.

Contact information: Email: [email protected]

Social Media: Website: https://christinemichelcarter.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cmichelcarter/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christinemichelcarter/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cmichelcarter/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/cmichelcarter Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/cmichelcarter/_created/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9ZmF1lNG0-AWVMobopqhew

Thanks for listening!

It means so much to me that you listened to my podcast! If you resonate with my message and would like my personal help in your parenting journey, I’d love to talk to you. Please visit my website to book a call with me where we can talk about your parenting frustrations and I’ll share how I can help you. www.parentingforconnection.com

My intention with my show is to build a community of parents that can have open and honest conversations about parenting without judgement or criticism. We have too much of that! I honor each parent and their path towards becoming the best parent they can be. My hope is to inspire more parents to consider the practice of Peaceful Parenting.

If you know somebody who would benefit from this message, or would be an awesome addition to our community, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. 

Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a note in the comment section below!

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Fine…The other F-word!  The other four-letter word and this one is keeping us from being happier, calmer and more connected to the people in our lives.  When I say “I’m fine” I don’t mean fine at ALL! I just don’t want to say I’m not great, or talk about why I’m not great in that moment.  

I see “fine” as a bandaid word! It often covers up what’s really going on.  When my husband asks me how I’m doing, and I reply with “fine” I expect him to ask me more (oh those unspoken expectations that get us into trouble!!).

Lori Saitz, is an expert in using gratitude and meditation to help us F Fine!  I loved talking to her about how using, even just 5 minutes a day, of meditation can rewire our brain's biochemistry so we increase serotonin, Dopamine, and Oxytocin, while reducing cortisol! Yes please!!  

When you are in a better space mentally, you are less likely to be in conflict!  In other words, less likely to pick those battles with your kids you wish, in hindsight, you hadn't.

In this super fun conversation, Lori and I talk about:  Meditation and how to make it easy.  Gratitude and using “but I’m grateful for” after a complaint How to use visualisation for ourselves, how it can help our kids tackle difficult situations For free meditations, use the Insight Timer App for free 

For a special 6-minute gratitude meditation with music from Lori, just for Parenting our Future listeners, join or log into the Parent Toolbox.  www.parent-toolbox.com

About Lori Saitz Lori Saitz is the CEO of Zen Rabbit and host of the podcast “FINE is a 4-Letter Word.” She’s an award-winning writer, speaker, and broadcaster. And a nationally recognized expert in using gratitude and meditation as shortcuts to success.

The most difficult thing she’s ever done is leave a 22-year marriage. That experience inspired her transformational F*ck Being Fine program. Through it, she guides corporate teams and private clients who are finished living in a dumpster fire, to a place of unprecedented clarity, peace, and productivity. When she's not working, you can find Lori in her sanctuary, aka the weight room at the gym. She also loves cupcakes, Thai food and classic rock music.

Contact Information: Email: [email protected] Phone Number: +1 561-889-8195   Social Media: Website: https://zenrabbit.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorisaitz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZenRabbit Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zen_rabbit/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ZenRabbitVideo Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZenRabbit Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZenRabbit

 

Thanks for listening! It means so much to me that you listened to my podcast! If you would like to purchase my book or other parenting resources, visit me at www.yellingcurebook.com

With this podcast, my intention is to build a community of parents that can have open and honest conversations about parenting without judgement or criticism. We have too much of that! I honor each parent and their path towards becoming the best parent they can be.

My hope is to inspire more parents to consider the practice of Peaceful Parenting. If you know somebody who would benefit from this message, or would be an awesome addition to our community, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.

Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a note in the comment section below!

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Leave a review I appreciate every bit of feedback to make this a value adding part of your day.

Ratings and reviews from listeners not only help me improve, but also help others find me in their podcast app. If you have a minute, an honest review on iTunes goes a long way! Thank You!! To rate and review my show go to: https://ratethispodcast.com/parentingourfuture.

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Even in today’s day and age, workplaces are still dominated by a culture that favors men as business leaders but research is finding how working moms are best equipped to bring 21st century leadership skills into the workplace.

I’m passionate about supporting parents, especially moms in the workplace, see their value and embrace the skills they have that make them such effective leaders. My guest, Jen Murtagh, feels the same way. So much so that she built her company Maturn, to support mothers transitioning in and out of maternity leave.

According to research done by Bright Horizons, working women bring skills to the workplace that make them the best leaders because they excel in areas such as bringing out the best in others, better listening, better team player and are also better at multitasking and time management.

In other words, supporting women in the workplace is good for business! And that’s where Maturn, and Jen’s expertise comes in!

In this episode, Jen and I talk about:

The motherhood penalty

How organizations can retain and grow women leaders

What mothers can gain from having support and a community

For a copy of the “Maternity Transition Plan” to help support mamas who are expecting and looking for a plan to support their transition to maternity leave, visit the Parent Toolbox. www.parent-toolbox.com

About Jen Murtagh With over two decades of experience spanning both corporate and non-profit, heart-centred leadership has been the guiding star of Jen Murtagh’s career. An award-winning and values-based C-Suite leader, Jen has successfully led and raised millions for national campaigns on anti-bullying, vulnerable youth, and advanced gender equity through her work with a variety of women’s organizations.

As an ICF accredited leadership coach, Jen supports women to live and lead bravely through her 1:1 coaching, workshops, speaking and signature Brave Leadership for Women program. Jen is a Business in Vancouver ‘Forty Under 40’ Award Winner and Greater Vancouver Board of Trade ‘Women of Promise’.

Jen is a community champion, who has volunteered thousands of hours for countless charities and in 2017 fulfilled a lifelong dream by travelling to Africa to lead mentoring + goal-setting workshops with non-profit One Girl Can. Jen is a mother and stepmother to four children who was inspired to co-create Maturn to serve mothers in a deep and meaningful way while advancing gender equity.

Contact information: Email: [email protected]

Social Media: Website: https://www.maturn.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/maturn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Maturn-101881865346433 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maturncanada/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/maturncanada

Thanks for listening! It means so much to me that you listened to my podcast! If you would like to purchase my book or other parenting resources, visit me at www.yellingcurebook.com With this podcast, my intention is to build a community of parents that can have open and honest conversations about parenting without judgement or criticism. We have too much of that! I honor each parent and their path towards becoming the best parent they can be. My hope is to inspire more parents to consider the practice of Peaceful Parenting. If you know somebody who would benefit from this message, or would be an awesome addition to our community, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a note in the comment section below!

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Nothing brings out your MAMA BEAR instinct like when your child is being mistreated. If your child is being bullied you can’t help but feel a whole host of emotions in defense of your child and against the bully. But what if your child is the Bully? What do you do then?

One thing that will help is teaching your children social emotional skills as well as learning boundaries how to set them and how to respect them. Christina Furnival is here to help us navigate the bully and boundary issue with such amazing knowledge and insight!

In this episode we talk about:

The importance of social emotional skills and how to start teaching them (even if you weren’t taught!) What to do if your child is being “bossy” or being “bossed around” How to use “sports casting” to describe what you are seeing in your child’s behavior (I love this idea!!) How to talk to you kids about what a good friend says and does and what and unkind friend says and does The words to say to stop a bully What parents can do if they are bullied or cyberbullied The importance of setting, holding and respecting boundaries for everyone in your family

For a free copy of Christina’s Boundaries “Conversation Starters and Discussion Questions”, that you will love as a tool to get your started with this discussion, go to the Parent Toolbox www.parent-toolbox.com

For other episodes of Parenting our Future that discuss Cyberbullying, see: Parenting our Future Episode 85: Social Media Safety for Parents and Kids. Find the social media safety parent course, free in the Parent toolbox https://www.parentingforconnection.com/parentingourfuture/episode/25b360da/social-media-safety-for-parents-and-kids-or-pof85

Parenting our Future Episode 105: Instagram Safety with Instagram’s head of Safety and Wellbeing. Find a free parent guide to Instagram in the Parent Toolbox https://www.parentingforconnection.com/parentingourfuture/episode/1acf9360/instagram-safety-with-instagrams-head-of-safety-and-wellbeing-or-pof108

About Christina Furnival Christina Furnival, MS, LPCC is a wife, mom to two young children, licensed psychotherapist, writer, and children’s book author. With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, she has worked in a variety of settings including a domestic violence center, hospital program, a non-profit providing parent support, education, and coaching, outpatient clinics, and telehealth. Christina is passionate about supporting parents and children to understand themselves better, navigate challenges with confidence, and live the life they want. Christina founded the internationally enjoyed blog, Real Life Mama, after going through postpartum depression and anxiety to support other moms going through the same time. Christina's writing has grown and evolved beyond her blog, enabling her to secure a children's book deal with PESI Publishing for an entire series focused on vital social-emotional skills. The Not-So-Friendly Friend: How to Set Boundaries for Healthy Friendships, inspired by friendship challenges her daughter faced, is the first in the Capable Kiddos book series.

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Email: [email protected]

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Website: https://christinafurnival.com/about/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheRealLifeMama

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisisreallifemama

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I was so excited to talk to my guest, Dan Sheeks, and learn more about how he teaches teens to achieve early financial freedom.  

When I look around at the cost of real estate where I live, I wonder how my kids will ever afford their own house. It’s not unusual for a simple home to go for a million dollars.  

If I think too much about it, it makes me worry…BUT I feel a MILLION times better (see what I did there? ;)  after talking to Dan! 

Dan shares so many practical tips with me and in his book, “First to a Million” where he teaches how to build wealth and stay away from the mistakes many people make.

  In this episode, we talk about: Motivating young adults to plan for their financial future before they make common money mistakes Best practices for teens and young adults to build a solid credit score Strategies and tactics young people can use to help them avoid working in the rat race until they are 65 years old Why personal finance education is not emphasized in the public school system and what we can do to change that How a young person can begin investing in real estate before they turn 21

To buy Dan’s book, go to www.biggerpockets.com/teen  Discount code “Future” for the membership section

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About Dan Sheeks Dan is a high school Business/Marketing teacher, real estate investor, and personal finance advocate in Denver, CO. In his 18 years of teaching high school, he has taught a variety of business subjects including personal finance, entrepreneurship, and marketing. Dan’s passions include working with teenagers, advocating for personal finance education, investing in real estate, and promoting the FIRE movement. Embedded in his classes is the co-curricular DECA club in which students travel, compete, acquire leadership skills, do community service, and have fun! His students have competed at the national level in entrepreneurship, personal finance, marketing, and hospitality services with much success over the years.

Dan launched SheeksFreaks in late 2019, which is an online community dedicated to helping young people learn money management skills, start investing in real estate, and pursue early financial independence. The SheeksFreaks community aims to help teens use specific methods of saving, earning extra income, and investing to set them on a track to purchase real estate investment properties in their early 20s and achieve financial independence at a young age.

Contact Information:

Email: [email protected] Social Media: Website: https://www.sheeksfreaks.com/ SheeksFreaks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheeksfreaks/ Dan Sheeks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dsheeks/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sheeksfreaks/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-zSyE5oX0L_npo00xDCsYw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-sheeks-0ab489106/

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