The 4 best resilience-building strategies for children and adults

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Trauma from events like Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) can dramatically impact both individuals and their families long after the event itself is over. Even people who have experienced things that you wouldn’t necessarily think was a huge deal (which psychologists call “little t trauma”) can elevate a person’s risk for a wide-range of social, emotional,…

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105: How to pass on mental wealth to your child

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In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the influence of our parents on our money mindset and explore the concept of “money scripts” that shape our beliefs and behaviors around money. Dr. Brad Klontz, co-author of “Mind over Money,” guides us in reflecting on our own experiences with money and how they have shaped our relationship with it. We examine the discussions, hidden messages, and the presence or absence of money in our upbringing. By understanding our own money scripts, we can make conscious choices about the beliefs and attitudes we want to pass on to our children. Don’t miss this insightful conversation on redefining our approach to money and creating healthier money narratives for ourselves and future generations.

How to break the cycle of trauma

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Helen Keller said: “Although the world is full of suffering, it is full also of the overcoming of it.” Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) hadn’t been formally named and studied yet back in Helen Keller’s day (the landmark study was published in 1998), but she still recognized both trauma and resilience in the world. We all…

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104: How to help a child to overcome anxiety

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Join us for a long-awaited episode on supporting anxious children with Dr. Mona Delahooke, author of the insightful book “Beyond Behaviors.” Discover an alternative approach to addressing anxiety in children that goes beyond behaviorism. Explore the importance of understanding children’s feelings and needs, rather than simply focusing on extinguishing undesirable behaviors. Co-interviewed by listener Jamie, this episode provides valuable insights and strategies to help children overcome anxiety and meet their true needs. Don’t miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding and support for anxious children.