Today we are going to explore tolerations, messes, and irritations. You know the things that annoy you on a daily basis and steal your I feel good energy. If I ask you the question what are you tolerating? What’s the first thing that comes to mind? Maybe...
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When do you introduce skin care to your teen and how do you motivate teen girls and even teen boys to take care of their skin. Our guest today was taught that, "skin care is self care," "how you treat your skin is how you...
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In this episode I bring in an expert who can help us with safety tips for teteenage drivers. We want our kids to drive but most importantly we want them to be safe. The statistics are not good for teen drivers especially boys. What can...
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I was so blessed to interview Emma Benoit. You are going to be so touched by this 22-year-olds courageous story. I was struck by her wisdom, honesty, and vulnerability. Emma has such an important message for moms and for someone out there listening this episode...
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What do you do when your teen has been cyber bullied, teased, or socially excluded? In this episode I interview KIM JOHN PAYNE, M.ED., a counselor, educator, consultant, and researcher for over thirty years. Kim is the author of several acclaimed books, including Simplicity Parenting, The Soul...
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Do you spend a significant time worrying about all things, especially your kids. Anxiety is sneaky and gets inside your head. It convinces you that you are being a good mom if you worry and that you are a bad mom if you don't. It...
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If you are married, divorced, single, or remarried, you will get something out of this episode. Co-parenting can be extremely challenging. I have listened to countless moms who feel the other parent doesn’t support them, listen to them and actually disempower their parenting decisions. It's...
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I have a question for you? Would you like to feel less stressed and more relaxed? Do you feel you are on the road to burnout? Todays guest is going to help you find more peace in your life through taking mindful breaks throughout the day. Shonda...
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This is such an important conversation on how to raise our teens with agency so that they have the skills to set boundaries, and know what they want and know what they don't want. This conversation about consent explores all the nuances of a true...
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When teens and young adults struggle with their mental health they tend to isolate from friends and family. And when they are isolated they struggle with self esteem and shame. What teens and young adults and actually all of us need is conversation, connection and...
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Ok moms I have a question for you. Do your teens, college students, or emerging young adults know How to Money. Do they know how to earn it, manage it, use it and have an eye on the future. Do they know how to curb...
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In this episode I talk with guest host Sherry Duson, MA, LPC, LMFT about The Mom Story. Every mom has her own Mom Story even if you're not fully aware of it. Concious or unconcious The Mom Story is still playing in the background of...
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In this episode I interview Cara Kalf, who is a writer, editor and teacher who coaches high-schoolers to write their best college application essays and get ready for the top-tier schools they plan to attend. For more advice on writing, admissions, and academic success, check...
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In this episode I brought back my friend and colleague Sherry Duson back as guest host where we discuss how to turn a hard conversation into a healing conversation with your teen or young adult. "Sherry Duson is a Texas and an Arizona Licensed Marriage and Family...
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In this episode I have a great conversation with Lisa Hinkelman, author of Girls Without Limits: Helping Girls Succeed in Relationships, Academics, Careers, and Life. Lisa has recently released her second edition of Girls Without Limits, Her first edition was published in 2013. Lisa and I...
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In this episode we discuss Everyday Resiliency which is so needed after all we have gone through in the past couple of years. Dr. Robyne and I have a heartfelt discussion about how life is hard but that we and our teens can tap into...
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In this episode, we are going to talk about how to teach teens about earning, saving, spending and giving. Our guest today has an amazing tool that will help you dial down the drama around all things money with your teens. Dean Brauer is the co-founder...
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This episode was inspired by this quote by Jill Bolte Taylor. "Please be responsible for the energy you bring into this space." Now I know every mom listening is thinking absolutely my teen needs to be responsible for the energy they bring into my space. You are...
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If you are a parent of teen you spend much of your time making sure your child can get into the college of their choice. But then the day comes when the reality hits, "OMG. How am I going to pay for the college of...
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You may be thinking my teen is anything but grateful. Teens are definitely not naturally grateful but there are things you can do to increase gratitude in your teens. In this episode we talk about why gratitude is so important and how we can teach...
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