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March 03, 2015 Wholehearted Parenting – DO YOU REALIZE HOW AWESOME YOU ARE?
I’m thrilled that you’ve joined our conversation today! Although some Dads may relate to this show, we’re really going to be talking about Moms. Specifically how critical Moms can be of themselves. I’m in the process of writing a book and am devoting a full chapter to this topic.
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I believe women are more critical of themselves than men are, and mothers are particularly hard on themselves, both as women and Moms. So I decided that it was time to have this conversation, to bring it out into the open, and begin talking about specific ways then we, as Moms, can be kinder and gentler to ourselves.
I’ve invited my guest, Kathryn Thompson, to join my conversation. Kathryn is a writer who lives outside Seattle with her computer genius husband and three kids. She is passionate about collecting Drops of Awesome, the concept that you can change the world one tiny positive choice at a time, and that you need to recognize and celebrate those small successes.
Kathryn’s has been blogging professionally since 2005. She was a founding blogger at Parenting.com and her blog has been featured everywhere from the Seattle Times to the Today Show. Kathryn is the author of “Drops of Awesome”, a guided journal to help you discover your inner Awesome, based her viral blog post of the same name.
Join us and begin creating your own “Drops of Awesome”!
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30 min
February 16, 2015 Wholehearted Parenting – Anxious Kids…Anxious Parents
Parents…do you have any “worriers” in your house? I’m not talking about an occasional worry about forgetting a homework assignment. I’m talking about daily worries, ones that persist. Some worries become so severe that they stop kids right in their tracks and keep them from enjoying and participating in everyday kid activities.
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When I work with an anxious child, I usually ask them, ”so who worries most in your family?” Sometimes they say they do, but more often than not, they’ll tell me one of their parents is the biggest worrier. I worked with one little boy, who told me “I know I’m coming to see you because I worry, but you should really be seeing my Mom…because she’s the biggest worrier!”
I’ve seen and worked with many anxious kids, and what I’ve noticed is that the “apple hasn’t fallen far from the tree”. It’s not uncommon to see an anxious kid with an anxious parent.
Research has shown that the prognosis for a child being treated for anxiety is not as promising if they have a parent with anxiety. However, there is good news here! Both the child and parent can learn to face and manage their anxiety, when they are given the tools.
I recently came across a newly released book, one that I’m very excited to share with you…it’s a book about anxious kids and anxious parents.
I’ve invited the co-authors to join my conversation today. Their new book is entitled, “Anxious Kids, Anxious Parents: 7 Ways to Stop the Worry Cycle and Raise Courageous & Independent Children. Dr. Reid Wilson, is a Clinical Associate Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. He’s authored several books and has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show, Good Morning America, CNN, and A&E’s Hoarders.
Lynn Lyons is a psychotherapist, who specializes in the treatment of anxious children and their parents, with a special interest in interrupting the generational patterns of anxiety in families. In addition to her private practice Lynn presents internationally to professional organizations and school districts, offering workshops to mental health and medical providers, teachers, school nurses, and parents.
I hope you’ll join us!
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52 min
February 02, 2015 Wholehearted Parenting – Can Strep Infections Cause Behavioral or Psychiatric Disorders in Your Child?
I’m so glad you’ve joined us today, as we explore PANDAS and it’s effects on children. Have you ever heard of PANDAS, or has your child ever suffered from this? I’m not talking about the cute furry black and white bear at the zoo. PANDAS is an acronym for Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Streptococcus infection. Not all children, who are infected by Strep, will get PANDAS. Although I do believe that the percentage of children who are at risk for this is increasing, and it warrants a conversation.
My intention is not to scare or worry you as a parent, but as a pediatric nurse practitioner and child and adolescent therapist, I feel that it’s my responsibility to bring attention to this disorder in an effort to educate and encourage you to seek early treatment for your child, should it occur.
I’ve invited my guest Dr. Susan Schulman, to join my conversation. Susan has been a community pediatrician since 1976, and developed a special interest in PANDAS, beginning in 1999. Since that time she has diagnosed and treated many children with this disorder.
Dr. Schulman is a graduate of the George Washington University School of Medicine . She is Voluntary Attending in the Department of Pediatrics at Maimonides Infants and Children’s Hospital in Brooklyn, NY and Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatrics at SUNY Downstate School of Medicine.
I know you won’t want to miss this important information!
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34 min
January 19, 2015 Wholehearted Parenting – Are Your Kids Glued to their Digital Devices?
Parents, are you beginning to feel like your kids are permanently attached to their digital devices? I know I hear this from so many parents I talk to. Latest research is now telling us that we are addicted to our screens. I’ve begun to notice how much time I spend looking at my iPhone, just wanting to check my email one more time, or see that latest Facebook post. Yes, I too am addicted to my digital device and have set my intention this year to put my phone down and be in the present moment…I’m taking baby steps and I’m still a work in progress!
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Research is also showing a correlation between the increased amount of screen time with children and teens, and a decrease in time spent reading, learning or interacting with others.
Have you ever wondered why some children appear to be obsessed with watching TV? Trying to get them to turn the TV off, often results in a major battle! Video games have also replaced many children’s time spent outdoors.
So what’s a parent to do? Do you feel at times like you’re fighting an uphill battle? Are you ready to throw in the towel as many parents have and allow your child or teen unlimited screen time? Before you do that, let’s take a moment and explore why your child might be obsessed with screen time and what you can to do to help guide them.
I’ve asked my guest Bill Ratner to join my conversation. Bill is the author of the recently released book, “Parenting for the Digital Age: The Truth Behind Media’s Effect on Children, and What to Do About It”. He is one of Hollywood’s top voiceover artists, narrating documentaries for Discovery, History Channel, Smithsonian, Travel Channel, and he is the computer game voice of “Ambassador Donnel Udina” in Mass Effect 1, 2 & 3, and the voice of “Flint” in the TV cartoon G.I. Joe. His published stories can be heard on National Public Radio’s Good Food, The Business, and Strangers. Bill is a 9-time winner of The Moth Story Slams. He is also a parent, public speaker, educator, and founder of TV Cartoon Scandals-Media Awareness for Children in the Los Angeles Unified School District.
I know you won’t want to miss out on our important conversation!
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33 min
January 05, 2015 Wholehearted Parenting – When Cancer Shows Up…What Do You Do?
Life can change in a second, especially when you hear your doctor say, “It’s cancer”. These are words that we all dread to hear. Not only do those two words affect the person with the disease, but also their family and friends. Often families are left in shock and aren’t quite sure what to do next. This is exactly what happened to my guest today, when he heard his wife’s doctor say those same words, “It’s cancer”. As a result of his cancer journey with his wife, he’s written a book to help guide others, after they too hear these words. His recently released book is entitled, “Your Wife Has Cancer…now what?”.
Today I’ve invited my guest, Carson Boss, to join my conversation. Carson is a devoted husband and father who feels blessed to carry both titles. He currently resides in Syracuse, Utah and has lived in Texas and Alberta, Canada. He enjoys singing, performing in Community Theater and traveling around the world meeting new people and experiencing other cultures.
I hope you’ll join us…

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29 min
December 29, 2014 Wholehearted Parenting – CREATING PEACE WITHIN OURSELVES…OUR FAMILY…OUR WORLD
Do you find that you get caught up in the daily chatter of your mind? It’s so easy to let our to do lists, frustrations, fears, and anger cycle round and round in our head. We often become consumed by our story…how unfair life is, and we’re often quick to judge ourselves and others. Well, if any of this resonates with you, you can rest assured that you’re not alone.
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The good news is that we have the ability to affect our mind and our beliefs…we have the ability to choose another thought or story, and create a different mindset. When we’re able to do that, we begin to notice more peace within ourselves, our children and our everyday lives.
No problem can be solved from the same level of consciousness that created it.
~Albert Einstein
I’ve invited my guest, Kathy Maher, to join my conversation and share her insights on how we’re able to create a more peaceful way of being. Kathy is a Brennan Healing Practitioner. She found her calling after she retired her 30 year career as a high school teacher. As the President of a teacher’s Association for the last 10 years of her career, Kathy shares that this position opened her eyes to how much pain people bring to work with them. She began to notice how students were negatively affected by their teacher’s pain. Kathy became passionate about helping teachers deal with their unrecognized issues that they brought into the classroom. Kathy credits her Brennan Healing training for giving her a vehicle to help people deal with their issues of fear, anger and betrayal so that they can live more centered and peaceful lives.
Yes, peace is within your reach… I hope you’ll join our conversation!
Wishing you a Happy New Year…one filled with peace.
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25 min
December 15, 2014 Wholehearted Parenting – Let’s Play with Our Kids…Holiday Gift Ideas and Free Giveaways!
Well, the holiday season is upon us and I’m sure you’re busy with holiday preparations. If you’re still on the hunt for that special gift for your child, you’ll want to stay with us throughout the show! I’ll be talking to the creative director of Great Pretenders children’s costumes, and the founder of Wonder Works Toy Store. Not only will they be sharing their top holiday gift ideas for the season, but they’ll also be offering a free giveaway! I will randomly choose a lucky parent for each giveaway, so stay tuned for details!
But first, let’s slow down a bit from the holiday hustle bustle and talk about the importance of spending time together as a family. One of the best ways to do this is through play. Children learn through play, and they love it when they can bring their Mom and Dad into their world of imagination. I think one of the most important reasons to play with your kids is that the time you spend with your children now is not only priceless, but it’s relationship building. Although they will appreciate their holiday gifts, your relationship with them is what they will really remember when they look back on their childhood.
Today I’ve invited my guest, Dr. Jean Feldman, also known as “Dr. Jean” to join my conversation. Dr. Jean’s noteworthy educational career has spanned more than 40 years. She has served as a classroom teacher, instructor of adults, author and consultant. She is a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children, the National Kindergarten Alliance, and the International Reading Association. Dr. Jean inspires teachers across the country with her engaging songs and creative activities that help make teaching and learning FUN!
Hope you’ll take a moment and join us!
P.S. And stay tuned for a chance to win the free giveaways!!!
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49 min
December 01, 2014 Wholehearted Parenting – Is Your Stress Level Affecting Your Ability To Perform as a Parent?
Parents, do you feel that your life is out of control? That your calendar is on overload and your stress level is rising? Omid Safi, a journalist, has recently coined this the “disease of being busy”. Stress levels are rising across the country, not only in adults but also in children and teens. We know that stress has a negative affect on our bodies. But did you know that stress has an affect on your own parenting ability?
A study was conducted recently about parents’ stress levels. The researchers looked specifically at the effect of parental stress on children. The kids reported being stressed by merely observing their own parent’s stress! In my office, both children and teens have shared their concerns with me about the amount of stress that their parents are under. They often say, “I just wish my parents would be happy”.
I’m sure we’ve all noticed how stress affects our ability to perform. Perhaps you remember a time when you were so anxious and stressed before you had to perform, whether it be a presentation at work or a public speaking engagement. Did your high level of stress enhance or hinder your performance? How about the last time your teen was freaking out because you wouldn’t let them go to a party and they wouldn’t let it go. As they slammed doors, rolled their eyes and continued to argue with you…how was your stress level and did it affect how you parented your child? I remember those stressful parenting moments and I also remember my own parenting ability diminished the more stressed I became.
I’ve invited my guest Dr. Ben Bernstein to join my conversation. Ben is a clinical psychologist and performance coach, who specializes in working with people in high stress/high performance occupations such as athletes, surgeons, business executives and actors. Ben trains people to improve their performance by reducing their stress. He works with many students across the country who want to improve their test performance, as well as working with their parents. He is affectionately known as “Dr. B, the Stress Doctor”. His original training model is the basis of his books: “Test Success! How to Be Calm, Confident and Focused on Any Test” and his most recently released book, co-authored with Michelle Packard, “Stressed Out! For Teens” and “Stressed Out! For Parents”: How to Be Calm, Confident and Focused”.
Would you like to improve your performance, as a parent?
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38 min
November 17, 2014 Wholehearted Parenting – In the Present Moment…Who Would You Be Without Your Thoughts?
Parents, do you find yourself frustrated or angry with your children? Yes, we’ve all had those kind of days! What about the days when we get frustrated or angry with ourselves? I think we’ve all experienced our fair share of incessant thoughts and chatter that race through our mind each day, sometimes on overdrive. You’ve probably heard the saying “your thoughts become your beliefs…then you act from those beliefs”. Have you ever consciously stopped and examined your thoughts? Really stopped yourself in the middle of one of those thoughts? What if you took the time to push the pause button, before you acted on your thoughts? I wonder how you’d be if you didn’t believe your thoughts…how would that change you? How might your day and relationships be different?
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A couple of years ago, I had the opportunity to attend a retreat at Omega Institute. The retreat was facilitated by Byron Katie. Although I was aware of her work, which she actually calls “The Work”, I was blown away by the simplicity of the written exercises that we did, and yet I had a sense that her work was so profound it could change not only my life, but the world.
I began to question and examine my own thoughts and wondered who would I be without my thoughts…and how might that change how I showed up each day?
As a child & adolescent therapist, parent coach and Mom, I know all too well how our thoughts and beliefs have a direct impact on how we are as a parent…and sometimes, our beliefs that we hold onto, do not serve our child or our relationship with them.
I’ve invited my guest Catherine Weiss to join my conversation.
Catherine spent 10 years questioning her stressful thoughts about her children and her mothering using the self-inquiry tools she shares. Inspired by her own personal evolution, Catherine Weiss shares moving and sometimes challenging exercises that call us to question the truth of our negative thoughts that are often at the root of our reactions to our children. In her daily exercises we learn the value of being in the present moment, to accept and learn to love what is.
Catherine is the author of the forthcoming book, THE PRESENT MOTHER: How to Deepen Your Connection with the Present Moment, with Yourself, and with Your Child. She is also the founder of the forthcoming Present Mothers Community, the only social network in the world for mothers practicing the most direct, effective route to consciousness: self-inquiry. Catherine is a certified Facilitator Candidate of The Work of Byron Katie, which has helped millions of people around the world discover sustainable peace and joy since 1987. She is also a Certified Coach Candidate from Coach U, the leading global provider of coach training programs.
Hope you’ll take a breath…slow down…and join our conversation!

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41 min
November 03, 2014 Wholehearted Parenting – Nurturing Your Child’s Brain…While Teaching Self-Discipline
For many years, parents have asked me to help them with their children’s behavior. As parents, we’ve all had our own experiences when our children misbehave or act out, and we’re easily reminded how frustrated we become. As parents, I’m sure we’ve all felt our own emotions take over when our child is melting down. Yet when our child is emotionally out of control, we too feel at a loss…a sense of powerlessness. At times we’re left to wonder how to get our own emotions under control, especially when our child cannot!
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As a child & adolescent therapist, parent coach and Mom, I too understand why parents are searching for answers and strategies. Parenting theories and techniques are great but not when you’re knee deep in the parenting trenches. The problem with parenting techniques and behavioral strategies, I believe, is that they are often a bandaid approach. If we apply this strategy in an effort to gain our child’s cooperation, then that takes care of the problem right? For the short-term, yes, however strategies don’t have a lasting affect and for the most part, are not relationship building.
As parents, don’t you wish sometimes you could figure out what’s going on in your child’s mind…what’s causing them to meltdown over something that you perceive as no big deal?
Today I’ve invited my guest, Dr. Daniel Siegel, to join my conversation. Dr. Siegel is a clinical professor of psychiatry at UCLA School of Medicine, the founding co-director of the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center, and executive director of the Mindsight Institute. A graduate of Harvard Medical school, he is the author of several books, including the New York Times bestsellers “Brainstorm” and “Mindsight”. He is co-author of “Parenting from the Inside Out” and “The Whole-Brain Child”. Dr. Siegel’s recently released book, co-authored by Tina Payne Bryson, is entitled “No-Drama Discipline…the Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture your Child’s Developing Mind”.
I hope you’ll join us!
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41 min