TAKING THE HELM with Lynn McLaughlin

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  • Ep 130: Faust Ruggiero | The Power of Presence: Unlocking Your Child's Inner Dialogue

    How can we connect with our children to better understand and be proactive when it comes to their mental health? Extended communication is always our best ally. That adage, "What children need most is our time" couldn't be a better fit to help us understand what our children are feeling. That time is not as long as we think it needs to be. It's about the connection.

    Faust A. Ruggiero’s professional career spans almost 40 years. He is a published research author, clinical trainer, and a therapist who has worked in settings that have included clinics for deaf children, prisons, nursing homes, substance abuse centers, inpatient facilities, major corporations, both national and international, and as the President of the Community Psychological Center in Bangor, Pennsylvania. Mr. Ruggiero also provides counseling services for first responders, law enforcement, and other emergency personnel. Following several years of experimentation regarding the various therapeutic approaches that could be applied to clients individually, in families, social relationships, and business and corporate settings, Mr. Ruggiero developed and began utilizing the Process Way of Life Program. The program consists of over fifty internal human processes, which can be accessed and developed to help clients address the various conditions which were affecting their lives. In the summer of 2016, Mr. Ruggiero decided to develop the Process Life Program into a text that can be published, and would help people in need address the difficult situations that are affecting their lives. The Fix Yourself Handbook was completed in December of 2019. His radio show "Fix It With Faust" debuted in June of 2021. https://faustruggiero.com/


    💥 Can we try to get away from denial and avoidance behaviors? It can be hard for parents to come to terms with their children's anxiety. No one wants this for their child, and as a result, it can be easy to miss.

    💥 If our child is bringing up a complaint, and they are having a difficult time explaining it to us, there may be another problem. We can expand the conversations into other areas of their life to determine if they're hiding anything.

    💥 Children don't always express themselves efficiently. This life moves fast, and as a result, anxiety gains momentum quickly.

    💥 Is it wise to educate our children, even the younger children, about anxiety, what it feels like, and how to talk about it?

    💥 How does validation positively affect our children and how do we respond when we don't agree with their actions or choices?


    Connect with Faust: https://faustruggiero.com/


    The Primary Purpose Of This Podcast Is To Educate, Which Does Not Constitute Professional Advice Or Services. The Views And Opinions Expressed Are Those Of The Guests. Their Appearance On The Podcast Does Not Imply Any Endorsement Of Them, Their Products, Or Their Services. Connect with Lynn:

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

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lynnmclaughl...

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

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/lynnmcla

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynn-mcla...Website: https://lynnmclaughlin.com/

    55 min
  • Ep 129: Kelsey Timiuk and Julie Recker | Child and Youth Practitioners in Private Practice - Why Not?

    Julia Recker and Kelsey Timiuk are Child and Youth Care Workers who are offering counselling services through private practice. The centre they work in is one of few currently available in Ontario.

    Kelsey has specific trauma training and trauma care from Arizona Trauma Institute. She runs a private practice called Soulful Connections out of Pure Mentality, a Mental Wellness Service Centre located in Windsor, Ontario. Through counselling, she believes that focusing on individuals' strengths and providing a safe non-judgemental environment for her clients is essential. Skills such as self-regulation, mindfulness, and connecting the mind body and soul all through a trauma-informed lens, are critical assets in addressing and exploring every individual's mental health.
    Julia Recker is the owner of Helping Hand Counselling, She specialize in individuals up to the age of 28, helping those who cross her path through goal setting, behaviour management, and motivational training. Through Helping Hand Counselling her goal is to encourage everyone she meets to be their most authentic self and grow through the challenges they may be facing in a safe, non-judgmental environment.
    Julia and Kelsey discuss how they work with their clients, the 3 year college program and how they are helping close the gap for affordable and accessible counselling.
    💥 What is the role for Child and Youth Care Workers in supporting children, youth and adult mental health needs?
    💥 Why do so few students graduating with this qualification consider private practice as an option?
    💥 What is Rosie's Mission and how does using vocabulary, talk therapy and books help people cope?
    💥 Kelsey and Julia also share how self-regulation as an adult is important to children's well-being as well as resources that are available.

    Connect with them: https://mypurementality.ca/



    The Primary Purpose Of This Podcast Is To Educate, Which Does Not Constitute Professional Advice Or Services. The Views And Opinions Expressed Are Those Of The Guests. Their Appearance On The Podcast Does Not Imply Any Endorsement Of Them, Their Products, Or Their Services. Connect with Lynn:

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

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lynnmclaughl...

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

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/lynnmcla

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynn-mcla...Website: https://lynnmclaughlin.com/


    55 min
  • Ep 128: Melissa Lyons | Thought Nutrition ... Shift Worries Into Wellness

    One of Melissa’s gifts is her ability to help people shift worries, fears and challenges into wellness and desired results. Using the power of Thought Nutrition as a foundation, she has helped thousands of individuals successfully navigate intense situations and disagreeable circumstances. Using her own vulnerabilities, experiences, and humility, she can reach and connect with people in deep and meaningful ways. In both their workplaces and personal lives, learning to shift perspectives and make better choices at any given moment allows them to create better outcomes and more

    fulfilling experiences, creating pathways for continuous growth, strategic thinking and increased happiness. Everyone wins!!!

    Melissa’s career includes an MBA and decades of entrepreneurial and corporate business experience. A significant life change is what has led Melissa to where she is today doing innovative work in Mind-Body Wellness and Thought Nutrition. It is timely and in high demand as we face unprecedented local and global challenges. Her passion and work with Thought Nutrition is timely and in high demand as we face unprecedented local and global challenges. She's being sought out by colleges, universities and corporations who want to bring "Shift Worries Into Wellness" for students and employees.

    💥 We all agree that feeding our bodies with wholesome foods in vital for ourselves and

    our families. Don't our minds require intentional care and nourishment like our
    physical bodies do?

    💥 Taking time to pause is more critical than ever but what does that really mean? 💥 How do our childhood experiences

    generate the ingrained beliefs, patterns, and fear that hold us back from
    living our most joyful lives?

    💥 What can we do to give our children a head start to avoid being blocked by fear?

    💥 We can gain clarity to make

    intentional choices every day.

    💥 When we are in the most challenging times facing stress, anxiety, or self-doubt, what

    is a thought rescue plan? How can we have it ready to use when we need it most?

    Our guest shares why she sold a prospering business to take what resulted in a long self-realization sabbatical to becoming an international best-selling author, coach, and course/program creator that has changed thousands of lives.


    Contact Melissa at

    The Primary Purpose Of This Podcast Is To Educate, Which Does Not Constitute Professional Advice Or Services. The Views And Opinions Expressed Are Those Of The Guests. Their Appearance On The Podcast Does Not Imply Any Endorsement Of Them, Their Products, Or Their Services. Connect with Lynn:

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

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lynnmclaughl...

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

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/lynnmcla

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynn-mcla...Website: https://lynnmclaughlin.com/


    56 min
  • Ep 127: Jodi Nolin | Cultivating Well-Being for a Calm and Focused Classroom

    Whether you are a new teacher or seeking ways to calm your classroom, this podcast is your guide to fostering well-being and non-reactivity in both teachers and students.
    Personal experiences as a youth such as living abroad, traveling around Europe, the Middle East and Africa are a treasured part of who Jodi is. Courses such as Transpersonal Psychology and Introduction to Yoga were invaluable to her growth, expanded her mind and sensitivity, decreased stress and increased feelings of calmness and happiness. She has a life-long love of mindfulness with continued learning through Mindful School’s courses and personal reading.

    Working as an Educator for 25 years, now on Special Assignment for Student Well-Being, continues to be an incredible and rewarding journey. Her core values include a strong belief in continuous personal/professional growth, implementation of innovative programs and integration of mental health and environmental education across curriculum areas. Integrated mental health strategies are synonymous with the well-being of students and the school community.

    Jodi is dedicated and committed to the social/emotional and academic growth and development of all students/educators. Her family is her priority and she deeply cherishes all of them. She enjoys cooking/experimenting with plant-based recipes that are delicious and healthy. Challenges inspire Jodi. It is her passion to walk more gently, mindfully, on the earth, living from her heart center. She is passionate about sharing the benefits of mindfulness practices, well-being, and all things eco-friendly, helping people to be the healthiest and happiest versions of themselves.

    Inspired by the pioneering work of Jon Kabat-Zinn. We:

    💥 Dive deep into the world of mindfulness, sharing personal experiences, practical techniques and insights to help educators cultivate calm and focus within themselves and their students.

    💥 From kindergarteners to high school seniors, our aim is to provide valuable tools that can be applied throughout the entire K-12 journey. Our approach is secular and inclusive, ensuring that anyone can benefit. We'll explore how this has transformed educational environments and improved overall well-being.

    💥 What's your superpower? Through 40 years of data and research, we'll discuss the compelling evidence behind the effectiveness of mindfulness in reducing stress, enhancing attention, and fostering resilience.

    💥 Gain valuable insights and practical strategies to create a calm and focused learning environment from the very start of the new school year.

    Let's create a mindful revolution in education, one breath at a time.

    https://smho-smso.ca/online-resources/stress-management-and-coping-virtual-field-trips/

    https://smho-smso.ca/online-resources/mh-lit-student-mental-health-in-action/


    The Primary Purpose Of This Podcast Is To Educate, Which Does Not Constitute Professional Advice Or Services. The Views And Opinions Expressed Are Those Of The Guests. Their Appearance On The Podcast Does Not Imply Any Endorsement Of Them, Their Products, Or Their Services.


    Connect with Lynn:

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

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lynnmclaughl...

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

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/lynnmcla

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynn-mcla...Website: https://lynnmclaughlin.com/


    58 min
  • Ep 126: Dr. Anna Esparham | Calming Young Minds: Exploring Research Based Mind Body Therapies

    Dr. Anna Esparham, MD , founder of Health Is PowHer, Is a nationally-recognized physician who healed herself from multiple chronic conditions from women’s health issues to chronic pain and autoimmune disease. She is now a coach helping women learn how to heal themselves for good. The Health Is PowHer's Podcast serves women who want to learn about how to overcome all the Issues that come with life. She has conducted several research studies and Is published in several peer-reviewed medical journals. She has been featured In the New York Times, Shape Magazine, Healthy Children, and More! She knows that “the human capacity to heal is more powerful than we thought possible.” When she's not working to help women on their path to living the life they want free from the limitations of chronic pain and autoimmune disease, she can be found painting, reading, and working on her mini homestead with her husband, Randy Evans, an integrative dietitian and sports nutritionist.

    The field of pediatrics offers us many evidence-based possibilities to help our children become resilient, self-confident, empathetic, motivated, and able to solve the hurdles life will throw at them. Dr. Anna Esparham works with children and youth who have anxiety, ADHD, are sleep deprivation, have chronic pain, or other challenges.

    💥 Our guest shares many of these approaches and walks us through how we can all use the technique of "tapping" to calm ourselves.
    💥 Acupuncture or acupressure?
    💥 There are many mind/body therapies including self-hypnosis. How can children use this themselves? If we can activate our parasympathetic systems, it will serve us well in all areas of our being - mind, body, soul and spirit.
    💥 Dr. Esparham discusses the power of breathing, yoga, various forms of meditation, distracting techniques, nutrition, and more.
    💥 How does osteopathic medicine relate to emotional regulation and awareness? Understanding integrative medicine gives us more options to consider for our family's well-being.

    Connect with Dr. Esparaham: https://www.healthispowher.com/

    The Primary Purpose Of This Podcast Is To Educate, Which Does Not Constitute Professional Advice Or Services. The Views And Opinions Expressed Are Those Of The Guests. Their Appearance On The Podcast Does Not Imply Any Endorsement Of Them, Their Products, Or Their Services.


    Connect with Lynn:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynnmcla/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lynnmclaughl...YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkye...Twitter: https://twitter.com/lynnmclaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynn-mcla...Website: https://lynnmclaughlin.com/

    Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating and thank you!

    57 min
  • Ep 125: Sara Olsher | Holding Hands: Supporting Children Through Parental Crises

    Sara Olsher is a single mom and cancer survivor, and was chosen as a 2023 Remarkable Woman by Nexstar Media. Sara is the founder of Mighty + Bright, which provides a wealth of information and tools to help overwhelmed parents prioritize mental health for their kids, learning together and incorporating coping skills into day-to-day life. When parents are dealing with something hard, our kids are too. When we’re trying to survive, how do we help our kids through the worst thing that ever happened to them?

    When faced with the worst thing that’s ever happened to you, how do you want to show up for yourself — and your family? Sara Olsher is a cancer survivor and also experienced a difficult divorce when her daughter was under 2 years of age.

    💥 How do we build a foundation for open communication with our children to support them while we make our way forward? Our children know when something is wrong in our homes, even if they can't identify what it is and often we will see it in their behaviours as they become anxious and worried.
    💥 She's developed a multitude of resources for parents to help our children cope, including children's books specifically about cancer and divorce. The mission of her company Mighty + Bright is to raise a resilient generation of kids who can handle life's toughest stuff. Sara learned the hard way that not talking about crises is the opposite of what we should be doing.
    💥 Letting people help in times of crisis also gives them the ability to offer care and compassion, as the CEO of her company did for her.
    💥 What skills do we need when we're handling fear ourselves?

    Connect with Sara: https://mightyandbright.com/

    The Primary Purpose Of This Podcast Is To Educate, Which Does Not Constitute Professional Advice Or Services. The Views And Opinions Expressed Are Those Of The Guests. Their Appearance On The Podcast Does Not Imply Any Endorsement Of Them, Their Products, Or Their Services. Connect with Lynn:

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

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lynnmclaughl...

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

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/lynnmcla

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynn-mcla...Website: https://lynnmclaughlin.com/


    58 min
  • Ep 124: Margaret Boersma | Unstuck and Thriving: Unlocking Emotional Growth

    Margaret Boersma is an expert in social and emotional intelligence with over 35 years of experience in education. As an educational consultant, trainer, and speaker, she helps families assimilate communication and leadership skills into their lives. Margaret’s mission is to bring emotional intelligence to schools, families, and workplaces to enable them to flourish. She has co-authored a chapter in Brian Tracy’s book, Emerge, and is currently working on her own book, The Dynamic Teaching Model. Margaret has trained teachers in various countries worldwide.


    Feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns? Join us as we discuss strategies for breaking through emotional barriers within families. Discover practical techniques to promote personal growth, improve communication, and create a thriving and harmonious family dynamic.

    💥 Celebrate the power of play in cultivating social-emotional literacy in children.
    💥 Learn about exciting games and activities designed to teach empathy, communication, self-awareness, and more.
    💥 We'll share proven techniques, expert advice, and personal stories to help parents support their children through anxiety.
    💥 Conflict is a natural part of family life, but finding peaceful resolutions can be challenging. We explore effective conflict resolution strategies to build strong, resilient relationships.
    💥 Empathy is a vital skill that can transform relationships and create a compassionate world. How do we teach empathy to children and foster heart-centered connections within families?

    Connect with Margaret: https://creativeeducationinaction.com/

    The Primary Purpose Of This Podcast Is To Educate, Which Does Not Constitute Professional Advice Or Services. The Views And Opinions Expressed Are Those Of The Guests. Their Appearance On The Podcast Does Not Imply Any Endorsement Of Them, Their Products, Or Their Services.
    Connect with Lynn:

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

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lynnmclaughl...

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

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/lynnmcla

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynn-mcla...Website: https://lynnmclaughlin.com/

    56 min
  • Ep 123: Dr. Sharon Spano | Breaking the Cycle: Embracing Conscious Parenting

    Dr. Sharon Spano, Ph.D. is a family business consultant. Different challenges are faced because of the emotional ties that bind the family system and business together. Dr. Spano’s expertise in human and organizational systems and her research-based methodologies are designed to help these business leaders generate collaborative strategies for success and sustainability in our ever-changing landscape. Sharon is the author of "The Pursuit of Time and Money: Step into Radical Abundance and Discover the Secret to a Meaningful and Prosperous Life" (2017) and the host of the weekly podcast, "The Other Side of Potential", which explores the many complexities of our world that often disrupt our ability for ourselves and our families to live a meaningful and prosperous life.
    💥 Dr. Sharon Spano delves deep into the fascinating developmental model exploring the complexities of childhood and unraveling the concept of egocentrism. We can be held in the egocentric stage as we age because of childhood experiences.
    💥 We examine why generational models of parenting are no longer effective and propose a shift towards a conscious family culture.
    💥 We challenge traditional parenting paradigms, encouraging listeners to question long-standing beliefs and explore new approaches.
    💥 How can we foster healthy emotional and cognitive development, create nurturing environments, and build strong connections with our children?
    💥 We share personal experiences, research-based knowledge, and alternative perspectives, guiding you toward a more conscious and connected parenting style.

    Whether you're a new parent, a seasoned caregiver, or simply interested in the world of child development, "The Conscious Family Journey" will help you break free from generational patterns, embrace a conscious mindset, and create a harmonious family culture that supports the well-being and flourishing of children.

    Connect with Dr. Spano https://www.sharonspano.com

    The Primary Purpose Of This Podcast Is To Educate, Which Does Not Constitute Professional Advice Or Services. The Views And Opinions Expressed Are Those Of The Guests. Their Appearance On The Podcast Does Not Imply Any Endorsement Of Them, Their Products, Or Their Services.


    Connect with Lynn:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynnmcla/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lynnmclaughl...
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkye...
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/lynnmcla
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynn-mcla...
    Website: https://lynnmclaughlin.com/


    Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating and thank you!

    56 min
  • Ep 122 | Amber Raymond: Emotional Bridges ... Connecting Generations

    Amber Raymond is a practicing clinician in Social Work, a Reiki Master and the owner of Messs Makers offering 1:1 counseling as well as a summer program that guides kids in understanding what is going on inside of them, learning to master their emotions, and discovering their truest potential. Amber has always wondered what makes us think, feel and behave the way we do. With her education and experiences, her curiosity has blossomed into a full-blown passion for helping people develop the tools they need to understand the world within and around them. Her journey as a mother has motivated her to help parents and families proactively overcome life's challenges. As an individual, daughter, mother, wife and empathetic person, she faced her share of challenges ...obstacles that have encouraged her to look within and learn effective, practical techniques to overcoming internal conflicts. Her goal is to walk alongside those looking to achieve satisfaction and joy in life by growing more self-aware, self-loving and resilient.

    Amber works with children and youth in a variety of ways. In this episode, she helps us learn ....
    💥 how to find ways to get our emotions out and communicate with our children in a positive and transparent way
    💥 how do we move ourselves and our families out of the comfort zone we have been living in for three years?
    💥 Is a child's emotional age the same as their chronological age? Often it is not. How can we know and how do we respond?
    💥 What are the stages of Erikson's model of personality development for children from birth to the end of life?
    💥 What is the number one challenge facing today's youth from Amber's perspective in her practice? How can we get our kids in front of it?

    Connect with Amber: https://www.messsmakers.com/

    The Primary Purpose Of This Podcast Is To Educate, Which Does Not Constitute Professional Advice Or Services. The Views And Opinions Expressed Are Those Of The Guests. Their Appearance On The Podcast Does Not Imply Any Endorsement Of Them, Their Products, Or Their Services.


    Connect with Lynn:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynnmcla/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lynnmclaughl...
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkye...
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/lynnmcla
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynn-mcla...
    Website: https://lynnmclaughlin.com/


    Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating and thank you!


    57 min
  • Ep 122 | Amber Raymond: Emotional Bridges ... Connecting Generations

    Amber Raymond is a practicing clinician in Social Work, a Reiki Master and the owner of Messs Makers offering 1:1 counseling as well as a summer program that guides kids in understanding what is going on inside of them, learning to master their emotions, and discovering their truest potential. Amber has always wondered what makes us think, feel and behave the way we do. With her education and experiences, her curiosity has blossomed into a full-blown passion for helping people develop the tools they need to understand the world within and around them. Her journey as a mother has motivated her to help parents and families proactively overcome life's challenges. As an individual, daughter, mother, wife and empathetic person, she faced her share of challenges ...obstacles that have encouraged her to look within and learn effective, practical techniques to overcoming internal conflicts. Her goal is to walk alongside those looking to achieve satisfaction and joy in life by growing more self-aware, self-loving and resilient.

    Amber works with children and youth in a variety of ways. In this episode, she helps us learn ....
    💥 how to find ways to get our emotions out and communicate with our children in a positive and transparent way
    💥 how do we move ourselves and our families out of the comfort zone we have been living in for three years?
    💥 Is a child's emotional age the same as their chronological age? Often it is not. How can we know and how do we respond?
    💥 What are the stages of Erikson's model of personality development for children from birth to the end of life?
    💥 What is the number one challenge facing today's youth from Amber's perspective in her practice? How can we get our kids in front of it?

    The Primary Purpose Of This Podcast Is To Educate, Which Does Not Constitute Professional Advice Or Services. The Views And Opinions Expressed Are Those Of The Guests. Their Appearance On The Podcast Does Not Imply Any Endorsement Of Them, Their Products, Or Their Services.


    Connect with Lynn:
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lynnmcla/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lynnmclaughl...
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkye...
    Twitter: https://twitter.com/lynnmcla
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynn-mcla...
    Website: https://lynnmclaughlin.com/


    Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating and thank you!


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    57 min

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