Remember Why You're Here

Do you know how to hold your child when they’re experiencing very high levels of emotion? Are you ever so frustrated with your child that it’s hard to calm down yourself? Do you feel like parenting just doesn’t get easier? 

There’s no better way for us to launch into season 2 with this vulnerable and essential conversation on the psychology behind why parenting can get so ugly. Join Monica and Crystal in this episode on how parents can learn how to regulate their own emotions, the consequences of being raised in fear-driven households, advocating for their own parenting style and dismantling what we know about parenting altogether. This conversation will leave you feeling inspired to explore and optimize healing relationships with your children. 

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In this season finale of Remember Why You’re Here, Emma Zornes interviews your favorite hosts Aimee Hanna and Crystal Cardenas as they huddle in their respective closets. They reflect on their journey throughout the first season by sharing highlights from their favorite episodes and revealing the lore behind the podcast’s title and logo. Expect heartfelt laughs and an intimate look back on the memorable moments that shaped this season. Don't miss this special episode as the duo wraps up their first season with gratitude and excitement for what’s to come!

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Join host Aimee Hanna in an insightful conversation with Julianna Lorenzen, Co-Founder and Executive Director at Healthy Screen Habits. Together, they discuss the fascinating world of children's behavior around technology. In this episode, they explore the brain science behind kids' interactions with screens and uncover strategies to mitigate the potential drawbacks. From understanding the neurological impacts of excessive screen time to implementing practical techniques for setting healthy boundaries, Aimee and Julianna provide valuable insights and actionable tips for parents navigating the digital landscape. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how to foster a balanced relationship with technology in your family.

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Music: Walk Together by Olexy

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Do you have an elder in your life who has trouble with technology? Are you worried they might fall for online scammers? Listen to these two friends, Tracy Webb and your host, Crystal Cardenas, have a candid conversation about the concerns and frustrations that come with pairing technology with our older loved ones who may not understand the gravity of abuse that happens on the internet. If you want tips and tricks on how stop the older folks in your life from falling for cyber crimes, this episode is a wonderful tool. Learn more about Tracy and her work by visiting our website: https://cirinc.org/what-we-do/featured-speakers.html

To access this episode's transcript, visit our website at cirinc.org/podcast/

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In the theme of love for the month of February, Crystal is joined by marketing specialist and partner to a firefighter, April Enriquez. Also joining the conversation is Mike Matlock, a retired law enforcement professional. Together, they talk through the difficulties of navigating expectations whether it comes to house work, parenting, friendships, and even themselves. Join the conversation as April and Mike offer tips that have helped them through hard times. Listen to their shared experiences of what it's like to be in partnership with a first responder.

Here is the ⁠link ⁠to Dr. Gilmartin’s book, Emotional Survival for Law Enforcement.

To access this episode's transcript, visit our website at cirinc.org/podcast/

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Music: Walk Together by Olexy

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For our very first episode of 2024, Aimee Hanna speaks with Ramona Beltrán, an associate professor with the Graduate School of Social Work at the University of Denver, Colorado. Together, they reveal Ramona's complex journey into social work, discover what it looks like to grieve, the importance of re-membering and why it's important to resist a hardened heart during a time of division and deep distress.

To access this episode's transcript, visit our website at cirinc.org/podcast/

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We're back for part II of our pre-conference promotion series. In this episode, we get into a lively and invigorating conversation with our two other presenters, Dr. Gimel Rogers and Dr. Joycelyn Wormley. In this episode, these two powerful women discuss the curse of poverty, the importance of addressing family strengths in child abuse reports, recognizing religion's hand in abuse and spirituality's role for recovery.

To access this episode's transcript, visit our website at cirinc.org/podcast/

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Music: Walk Together by Olexy

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This episode is for our psychology nerds, brain enthusiasts, and neurodivergent advocates and individuals. Tune into this conversation with Dr. Lynette Lau and Dr. Lauren Maltby as they discuss gender-biased mental health, self-advocacy while being neurodivergent, the shortage of ADHD meds and the neuro-relational framework.

To access this episode's transcript, visit our website at cirinc.org/podcast/

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Music: Walk Together by Olexy

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In this episode, our host Crystal discusses the realities of law enforcement and the lasting impact it has on those who serve. Guests Jeff Takeda and Sharon Giles paint a vivid picture of the harsh realities of the profession, touching on burnout and the strain it puts on individuals after a combined fifty plus years behind the badge. This conversation highlights the need for empathy, not just towards the victims, but also towards one another within the law enforcement community.

Join us in this episode as we peel back the layers, offering a glimpse into the lives of those who face the trauma head-on every day.

Don't miss this—Jeff Takeda offered CIR an exclusive bonus episode! Download and save this meditation to your phone and listen offline.

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Here is the link to Dr. Gilmartin’s book, Emotional Survival for Law Enforcement.