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Hope For Parents With Struggling TeensWhy Our Mental Health Culture Isn’t Actually Helping Kids Get BetterSend us a textIn this conversation, Brandon Joffe discusses the current state of mental health culture and its impact on youth. He argues that despite increased awareness and resources, many children are not improving and may even be getting worse. Brandon emphasizes the need for a shift from a culture of validation and comfort to one that prioritizes resilience, competence, and the ability to navigate pain. He critiques the current mental health practices that may inadvertently teach helplessness and emotional dependency, advocating for a more balanced approach that prepares children to handle life's challenges effectively....
2025-12-1817 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensWhat is a Loving Response?Send us a textSummaryIn this conversation, Brandon Joffe, LCSW, discusses the concept of a 'loving parent response' and how it can be applied in various challenging parenting situations. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining healthy boundaries, responding to children's frustrations with love rather than anger, and the distinction between loving and enabling responses. Through real-life examples, he illustrates how parents can navigate difficult emotions and foster healthier family dynamics.TakeawaysA loving response as a parent is essential for healthy relationships.Walking alongside your child during their...
2025-10-2319 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensThe Line Between Explaining and EnablingSend us a textIn this podcast episode, Brandon Joffe, LCSW, discusses the delicate balance between enabling and teaching children. He emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries without over-explaining, which can lead to enabling behaviors. Joffe shares insights from his practice, illustrating how constant nagging and explaining can create unhealthy dynamics and codependency. He advises parents to provide clear, concise explanations and to hold firm on boundaries, reducing chaos and fostering healthier relationships. The episode encourages parents to model consistency, health, and emotional steadiness.For resources, parent groups, and support, visit www.inspiredresolutionscounseling.com
2025-09-2924 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensTrauma vs. Adversity: Why the Distinction MattersSend us a textIn this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the nuanced world of trauma and the consequences of mislabeling everyday experiences as traumatic. Join us as we explore how this mischaracterization can affect mental health, relationships, and personal growth. Our expert guests share insights on distinguishing genuine trauma from challenging experiences, offering listeners a clearer understanding of their emotional landscapes. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of how language influences our perception of trauma and its impact on our lives.For resources, parent groups, and support, visit www.inspiredresolutionscounseling.com
2025-08-2528 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensParenting and Social Skills: You Don’t Get to Opt Out Without ConsequenceSend us a textIn this insightful episode of "Hope for Parents," host Brandon Joffe delves into the profound impact parents have on their children's social development. Through engaging narratives and expert insights, Brandon discusses how parents' social behaviors—whether confident or awkward—serve as powerful models for their kids. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, vulnerability, and honest communication in shaping a child's ability to navigate social landscapes. Listeners will hear compelling stories of families who have faced social challenges and the transformative power of embracing change. Brandon encourages parents to reflect on their social legacy and...
2025-08-0829 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensGiving Kids Too Much SaySend us a textSummaryIn this conversation, Brandon discusses the complexities of parenting in a world where children often have too much say. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining authority without resorting to control, the dangers of empowering children in conflictual situations, and the necessity of consistent parenting to foster emotional safety. Brandon advocates for a balanced approach that prioritizes connection and repair over chaos and power struggles.Takeaways:We've sometimes given our kids too much power.Parenting should come from a place of peace, not fear....
2025-07-2822 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensThe Parenting VoidSend us a textBrandon walks us through what a parent can do when they’ve seemingly tried everything: reasoning, reward systems, punishments, calm talks, and “I” statements. None of it worked because the child doesn’t believe there is a problem. Brandon explores what happens when a parent runs out of strategies, begins eliminating what isn’t working, and is left with a parenting void. But this isn’t about giving up. It’s about letting go of control and stepping into influence. He reflects on the power of modeling over manipulating and defines the importance of naming trut...
2025-07-2113 min
Agency Life International by TeamleaderHow do you turn virality into value? – with Dean Joffe (StudioB)Creating ads that people actually want to see is a challenge in itself. But creating viral ads that get shared in group chats? That’s a whole different ballgame. Yet, that’s just a regular day at Studio B. The British creator-led agency was founded by YouTuber Brandon B, who, with his 16M followers, knows a thing or two about going viral. His Business Development Director Dean Joffe tells us how to build a business with the motto ‘Entertainment first, sales second’.
2025-06-2745 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensAligning Your Morals and ValuesSend us a textBrandon opens up about the connection between mental health and living in alignment with our morals and values. He explores how our internal compass, shaped by upbringing, experience, and personal beliefs, can either ground us or leave us feeling lost when ignored. Brandon breaks down the difference between morals and values, explains how misalignment can lead to emotional distress, and challenges listeners to reflect on whether they’re living in a way that reflects who they truly want to be. Brandon shares powerful insights on parenting with integrity, modeling alignment for our children, an...
2025-06-2519 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensTrying Again This Father’s DaySend us a textBrandon reflects on what it means to lead as a dad in today’s world, especially in the chaos of co-parenting, fractured relationships, or the quiet ache of feeling disconnected. While fatherhood is often defined by the roles of provider and protector, Brandon offers a deeper and more honest perspective: presence over perfection, influence over control. A father’s choices carry a lasting impact, and even when relationships feel too broken to fix, repair is still possible. Through humility and consistency, a father can create space for healing, not just for his children but...
2025-06-1712 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensLet the Storm PassSend us a textBrandon returns to share powerful insights into what’s really happening when your child’s storm of emotions hits the moment they walk through the door. He explains why children often save their biggest emotions for home, the one place they feel safe enough to let go. Brandon breaks down the emotional shift that happens after a long day of holding it together and why attempts to “teach in the moment” so often backfire. Instead of demanding instant respect or calm, he encourages parents to create space, offer leadership, and choose their timing wisely s...
2025-06-0319 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensWhen School Becomes a Power StruggleSend us a textBrandon unpacks the emotional and relational toll of constantly managing a child’s academic responsibilities. He explains why nagging may lead to short-term compliance, but rarely builds long-term accountability or a strong parent-child connection. Instead, it often results in resentment, codependency, and burnout on both sides. Brandon challenges the belief that parents are responsible for their child’s school performance and shares why walking alongside them creates more room for growth, discomfort, and resilience. He highlights how changes in the educational system have shifted accountability and left many families stuck in confusion and powe...
2025-05-2641 min
Soul GritHow Change Really Happens in TherapyDo you change and grow when you have those "Aha!" moments? When you understand why? Or does change actually happen when new habits, consistency, and accountability are in place? Brandon Joffe talks about the "seduction of why" in therapy. (Brandon also offers great wisdom for parents who may be struggling with their teens--including the host!)Brandon Joffe, LCSW, is the host of the "Hope for Parents of Struggling Teens" podcast and the director of Inspired Resolutions Counseling in Southern California. Follow @soulgritresources on FB and IG and email your questions and comments to info@soulgritresources.com...
2025-05-2056 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensThe Many Sides of Mother’s DaySend us a textBrandon opens up about the deep complexity of motherhood on Mother’s Day. He honors both the visible strength of nurturing mothers and the unseen weight many carry in silence. Drawing from his own experience with a grounded partner and an intuitive mother, Brandon reflects on how their examples shaped not only his personal values but also the foundation of what he teaches at Inspired Resolutions. He speaks to the invisible labor of motherhood—the quiet courage, the deep presence, and the daily choice to lead with intention rather than fear. But this epis...
2025-05-1212 min
Agency Life Deutschland by TeamleaderHow to turn virality into value – with Dean Joffe (ENGL) | #34Creating ads that people actually want to watch is a challenge in itself. But making ads that go viral and get shared in group chats? That’s next level. And that’s exactly what Studio B does every day. The UK-based, creator-led agency was founded by YouTuber Brandon B, who knows a thing or two about virality with his 16 million followers. In this episode, Studio B’s Business Director Dean Joffe shares how to build a business around one core belief: entertainment first, sales second. What does it take to create ads that don’t feel like ads – but like content pe...
2025-05-1246 min
Agency Life by TeamleaderHoe maak je van virale content ook échte business? – Met Dean Joffe (StudioB)Advertenties maken die mensen willen zien, dat is op zich al een uitdaging. Maar virale ads maken die in de groepschat belanden? Dat is next level. Toch is dat net wat Studio B elke dag doet. Het Britse creator-led agency werd opgericht door YouTuber Brandon B, met 16M volgers zelf niet vies van wat viraliteit. Zijn Business Development Director Dean Joffe vertelt ons hoe je een business bouwt met het motto Entertainment first, sales second.Agency Life wordt met liefde gemaakt door Teamleader. Wij maken ook goede software, vertrouwd door de...
2025-05-0545 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensWhy Fidgets Don’t Fix ItSend us a textBrandon takes a closer look at the booming fidget toy industry and asks a tough question: Are they helping or hurting? Often recommended for managing ADHD, anxiety, and emotional dysregulation, fidget toys seem like an easy solution. But Brandon challenges that idea. He shares research and real-world stories suggesting these tools may do more harm than good. They can reinforce unhealthy patterns of instant gratification and offer only short-term relief. While they might feel good in the moment, fidget toys often become distractions. They can get in the way of real emotional and...
2025-05-0524 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensEMDR Under the MicroscopeSend us a textBrandon dives into the complex and controversial world of EMDR—Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing—a therapy originally developed for PTSD that has surged in popularity in recent years. He unpacks the origins of EMDR, its early focus on war veterans and trauma survivors, and the gap between what the science supports and how the therapy is currently being taught and practiced. From inconsistent protocols to costly certification processes, Brandon raises critical questions about EMDR’s rapid rise and the impact it’s having on new clinicians. More than just a critique, this episode...
2025-04-2820 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensThe Seduction of WhySend us a textBrandon explores one of the most common traps in therapy and personal growth—the seduction of "why." It feels cathartic to connect the dots between past experiences and present struggles, but he challenges the idea that understanding alone leads to healing. Drawing from clinical insights and real client experiences, Brandon explains how getting stuck in a rediscovery loop can stall true progress. Insight can offer hope, but lasting change comes from small, uncomfortable actions that reset patterns, not just explain them. He shifts the focus from endless searching for answers to building new ha...
2025-04-2212 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensLeading Without Losing YourselfSend us a textBrandon assesses what it means to lead your family without losing yourself in the process. He challenges the traditional view of parental leadership as control, offering instead a grounded, emotionally intelligent approach rooted in humility and discernment. Brandon explores the difference between emotional leadership and emotional control, emphasizing that leadership isn't about reacting from fear or ego but about staying steady and present—even when everything feels chaotic. He highlights how parents often unintentionally create more disconnection when trying to manage behavior through urgency or condescension and how small shifts in tone, self-awareness, an...
2025-04-0823 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensHealing Starts with YouSend us a textBrandon sheds light on the power of personal responsibility in healing from trauma, adversity, and mental health struggles. He introduces the idea that just because these challenges aren’t our fault, they are still ours to manage. Through real-life examples, he examines how unprocessed pain can impact parenting, relationships, and self-worth, often leading to cycles of codependency, entitlement, and resentment. He emphasizes that true empowerment comes from shifting our perspective, taking ownership of our healing, and modeling resilience for our children. Brandon also shares practical steps for parents to break unhealthy patterns and fo...
2025-03-3117 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensWhen Parenting Styles ClashSend us a textBrandon uncovers the complexities of parenting when styles clash, exploring the tension between nurturing and structured approaches and how these differences create friction between parents and impact their children’s development. Through real-life examples, he highlights the importance of consistency, communication, and emotional regulation—both in how parents engage with their kids and navigate conflict with each other. He emphasizes that the way parents handle disagreements can have a greater impact on a child than the actual decisions being made. Brandon also tackles defiant behavior, explaining why teens push boundaries and how parents can...
2025-03-2421 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensDetach from Chaos, Compartmentalize StressSend us a textBrandon discusses the power of detaching emotionally from the chaos and compartmentalizing stress. He explores how parenting a strong-willed child can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. Brandon explains why some kids push emotional buttons to gain control and how parents unknowingly reinforce these behaviors by engaging in arguments. He offers strategies for reclaiming peace at home by setting consistent boundaries and refusing to feed into the chaos. Brandon challenges listeners to disengage, helping children seek attention and control in healthier ways. By compartmentalizing stress and accepting reality instead of clinging to unrealistic ideals...
2025-03-1720 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensEncouraging Personal AgencySend us a textBrandon explores how parents can foster personal agency in their children. He explains how parents often unintentionally enable their children by providing endless resources without clear boundaries, which leads to resentment on both sides. Parents feel frustrated by their child's lack of responsibility, while children become dependent and resistant to change. He emphasizes that boundaries protect emotional health and resources, rather than controlling others, and that consistent follow-through promotes accountability and personal growth. Brandon also examines how parents' guilt and fear of their child's failure lead to enabling, which, despite being rooted in...
2025-03-1019 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensRedefining Self-LoveSend us a textBrandon analyzes the real meaning of self-love, challenging the surface-level messages that dominate social media. He breaks down why true self-love requires honesty, self-discipline, and the courage to confront uncomfortable truths. Through personal insights and real-life examples, he explores how embracing both our strengths and limitations leads to lasting transformation. True self-love isn’t just about feel-good affirmations—it’s about accountability, growth, and resilience. Brandon unpacks how self-acceptance, forgiveness, and hard-earned growth create a foundation for mental well-being. He discusses how many mental health struggles stem from patterns of poor decision-making and the im...
2025-03-0313 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensBeyond the Bully and the VictimSend us a textBrandon takes a deep dive into the complexities of bullying, challenging the traditional narratives that paint a clear-cut picture of victims and aggressors. He explores how bullying is often a layered issue, influenced by personality dynamics, social skills, and even family patterns. Rather than focusing solely on the damage, Brandon emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, personal growth, and recognizing what’s within one’s control. He discusses how some bullying stems from social discomfort rather than outright malice and how reframing these difficult experiences can lead to personal development rather than lifelong resentment. Beyo...
2025-02-2323 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensFinding Community and Building a NetworkSend us a textBrandon breaks down the importance of building a strong community and network for both parents and children. He explores how family identity, social connections, and resilience are all connected, emphasizing that friendships and networks grow through effort and consistency. Brandon shares insights on navigating social struggles, pushing past rejection, and modeling healthy relationships for children. Whether you're a parent frustrated with your child's difficulty making friends or an adult struggling to find your own sense of belonging, this conversation sheds light on the challenges and opportunities of building lasting connections. Brandon unpacks the...
2025-02-1021 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensFood RefusalSend us a textBrandon tackles the challenge of food refusal and how it impacts family dynamics. He shares strategies for maintaining consistency and setting healthy boundaries around meals, even when faced with complaints or resistance. Brandon emphasizes the importance of involving children in meal planning, cooking, and cleanup to foster a sense of pride and responsibility. By turning mealtime struggles into opportunities for growth, parents can help their kids develop healthier eating habits and life skills that will serve them well into adulthood. Brandon also explores the underlying fears that often lead parents to enable unhealthy...
2025-02-0318 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensThe Myth of Bottling It UpSend us a textBrandon takes a closer look at the popular idea of “bottling things up” and why it doesn’t align with how human emotions work. Emotions aren’t like pressure cookers—they’re far more nuanced. Brandon unpacks how unresolved conflicts, unhealthy patterns, and unspoken boundaries often drive emotional struggles, not simply holding feelings in. He explains how the push to constantly express emotions can sometimes do more harm than good, especially when it leads to obsessing over negativity or avoiding meaningful solutions. Brandon explores how different people process emotions in their way. He emphasizes t...
2025-01-2718 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensSaying No While Staying SupportiveSend us a textBrandon dissects the delicate balance of saying no to your teens while staying supportive. He breaks down how saying no with compassion and consistency can foster accountability and problem-solving. Brandon highlights how parents can validate their teen’s feelings, even when disagreeing with their choices, by offering support. He emphasizes the value of stepping back to allow teens to learn from their choices—even their failures—without shielding them from discomfort. By steering clear of criticism and debates, parents can nurture self-awareness and reduce the chance of teens falling into the "victim coin" trap...
2025-01-2016 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensTrust Between Parents and TeensSend us a textBrandon navigates the delicate balance of trust between parents and teens, focusing on the complexities of teen honesty. He addresses why teens often lie—whether to protect themselves or avoid conflict—and how parents’ reactions can sometimes unintentionally reinforce dishonest behavior. Brandon highlights the importance of setting clear boundaries, being mindful of how questions are asked, and modeling honesty in everyday life. He also emphasizes that trust isn't something that can be immediately earned back but rather a gradual process that unfolds over time. Brandon offers practical advice for parents on how to respon...
2025-01-1316 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensSchool RefusalSend us a textBrandon shares his expertise on addressing school refusal, bullying, and children's deeper social struggles. He emphasizes the distinction between true bullying and everyday adverse life situations. Brandon explores the importance of equipping children with social skills and coping strategies through role-playing, sports, and volunteer opportunities. He also highlights the need for parents to differentiate between enabling avoidance and supporting their child through challenges. Brandon provides thoughtful advice on balancing a child’s safety needs with growth from facing discomfort. Brandon’s insights empower parents to support their child’s educational journey and emotional develo...
2025-01-0627 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensThe Impact of Sports on FamiliesSend us a textBrandon analyzes the powerful impact sports can have on family dynamics, highlighting both the benefits and the challenges. He examines how youth sports teach invaluable lessons in teamwork, commitment, and physical health, while also addressing the toll excessive involvement can take, such as financial strain and sibling resentment. Brandon explores how the growing obsession with sports has shifted the focus from character-building to an all-consuming pressure to perform. Brandon discusses the importance of setting boundaries and rethinking priorities to ensure sports remain a positive force in family life. He shares practical strategies to...
2024-12-2326 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensADHD or Just Being Human?Send us a textBrandon breaks down the complexities of ADHD, exploring what it truly means to live with the condition. With ADHD diagnoses on the rise, he unpacks the challenges of overdiagnosis, overprescription, and the critical importance of meeting accurate diagnostic criteria. Drawing a clear line between everyday struggles with focus and the pervasive, life-impairing realities of ADHD. He also examines the role of ADHD coaches, shedding light on the value they can bring and the ethical dilemmas of working in an unregulated field. Sharing practical strategies tailored to ADHD-specific challenges, Brandon emphasizes the importance of...
2024-12-1830 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensWhy Teens Lie and How to RespondSend us a textBrandon unpacks why teens lie—whether it’s fear, disagreement, or simply wanting to avoid inconvenience—and how parents can respond effectively without taking it personally. Lying is a challenge nearly every parent faces, but it doesn’t have to define your relationship with your teen. He explores practical strategies for navigating dishonesty with curiosity rather than judgment, setting clear boundaries, and fostering an environment where truth-telling feels safe. Learn how to prepare for moments of dishonesty, avoid common pitfalls like overreaction or rigid contracts, and model the kind of honesty you hope to inspi...
2024-12-0921 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensThe Addict InsideSend us a textBrandon uncovers the journey of addiction recovery and its profound impact on parenting. For parents overcoming addiction, the challenge goes beyond sobriety to confronting the "addict inside" and reclaiming their role as caregivers. This episode offers practical tools to recognize ego-driven behaviors, let go of instant gratification, and redefine the roles of protector and provider. He highlights the unique responsibilities of parents in recovery, emphasizing self-reflection, accountability, and behavioral change. Learn how to model healthy decision-making and break the cycle of addiction. Whether you're on the recovery journey or supporting someone who is...
2024-12-0315 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensA Purpose-Driven LifeSend us a textBrandon examines the often-underestimated power of purpose in mental health and personal growth, showing how even small, daily actions can become transformative steps toward healing. For many, finding purpose can be challenging when facing depression, anxiety, or low motivation, yet these small steps can help shift us from a self-focused mindset to one of connection and contribution. He also addresses the pitfalls of today’s "feel-good" culture, where instant gratification can overshadow the discomfort sometimes needed to cultivate lasting purpose. For parents, Brandon discusses how modeling a purpose-driven life and involving children in me...
2024-11-1814 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensParent-Child CommunicationSend us a textBrandon explores the dynamics of parent-child communication, focusing on the significant impact that voice and tone have on relationships. He discusses the differences between stern, mean, and permissive voices, emphasizing the importance of effectively using a stern voice without crossing into being mean. Listeners will gain insights into assessing their own communication patterns and intentions, along with practical strategies for expressing themselves during conflicts. Additionally, Brandon highlights the critical concepts of empathy and sympathy, stressing the need for parents to intentionally teach and model these emotional skills to nurture their child's emotional intelligence...
2024-11-0418 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensDebunking Dopamine AddictonSend us a textBrandon dives into the misconceptions surrounding "dopamine addiction" and "dopamine cleanses," shedding light on the deeper science of addiction. He explains that while popular trends offer quick fixes, addiction is rooted in complex neurological pathways that make recovery challenging and relapse tempting. Brandon explores how substances and unhealthy behaviors disrupt the brain’s key regions—like the basal ganglia, amygdala, and prefrontal cortex—altering pleasure centers and decision-making processes. This disruption reveals why abrupt “cleanses” fail to address addiction’s root causes and often overlook the importance of long-term change. He emphasizes that true healing...
2024-10-2823 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensThe Diagnosis DilemmaSend us a textBrandon tackles the changing landscape of mental health care, emphasizing the crucial role that accurate diagnosis plays in effective treatment. He addresses the shift in how new therapists are trained, noting that many now enter the field without a solid foundation in theory or diagnostic skills. Brandon stresses the importance of establishing a baseline to distinguish between lifestyle factors and actual mental health disorders, explaining how misdiagnosis can hinder true healing. He examines the growing issues of over-diagnosis and the rise of self-diagnosis through online sources. He investigates the powerful influence insurance companies...
2024-10-2131 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensResilience with Zack Collie, AMFTSend us a textBrandon sits down with Zack Collie, AMFT, to explore Zack’s extraordinary journey of resilience and perseverance. At just 15, a diving accident left Zack paralyzed from the neck down, forever changing his life. Faced with this profound challenge, Zack chose a path of resilience, ultimately finding purpose as a therapist. Together, Brandon and Zack discuss the feeling of being “stuck” after trauma or difficult diagnoses, and how resilience and gratitude can transform adversity into strength. Zack’s story underscores the power of mindset in overcoming setbacks, celebrating small victories, and cultivating positivity as a skill...
2024-10-1438 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensBuilding a Healthy RoutineSend us a textBrandon analyzes the essential role of routines in mental health, focusing on the dangers of overbooking and underbooking our lives. He explains how many individuals and families tend to overbook every moment—to ensure their kids get ahead, make more money, or secure future opportunities. This constant hustle often leads to increased anxiety and stress, causing a neglect of the six pillars of a balanced life. He shares how a purpose-driven routine can help prevent burnout and maintain emotional well-being. Brandon also addresses the flip side of the issue: underbooking, which can leave pe...
2024-10-0726 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensLet Your Child FailSend us a textBrandon emphasizes the delicate balance between enabling and supporting a child, stressing that allowing kids to experience failure is essential for their growth. He encourages parents to step back from constant interference and let natural consequences teach important life lessons, such as managing schoolwork and developing executive functioning skills. By doing so, children learn accountability and resilience, rather than relying on parents to solve their problems. Brandon also explains that mental health progress is cyclical, not linear, and setbacks like relapses or struggles with harmful behaviors are a natural part of the journey...
2024-09-3043 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensThe Cycles of Family DynamicsSend us a textBrandon introduces the concept of cycles that shape parent-child relationships, including navigating the “cycle of why,” where children challenge rules out of defiance rather than curiosity. He offers practical advice on maintaining authority without falling into constant justification and examines co-parenting dynamics, where differing values can lead to power struggles that children may exploit. Additionally, Brandon addresses mental health issues like dysthymia and anxiety, highlighting how these conditions can be misdiagnosed or worsened by substance use, such as THC. His guidance emphasizes the importance of maintaining unconditional positive regard and seeking help to brea...
2024-09-2349 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensCodependency and IndependenceSend us a textBrandon shares insights on the intense dynamics between parents and children facing explosive anger and codependency. He highlights how parents often justify extreme reactions to their child's behavior, which can fuel a cycle of frustration and resentment, especially as children seek independence. Brandon emphasizes the importance of eliminating yelling, using disengagement techniques, and setting boundaries, particularly when dealing with issues like eating disorders or emotional withdrawal. He encourages parents to model healthy behaviors, stay consistent despite rejection, and accept that some outcomes are beyond their control, all while focusing on their own well-being.
2024-09-1648 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensJustice, Grief, and IdentitySend us a textBrandon assesses key themes that resonate deeply with parents: justice, grief, and identity. He discusses how parents often feel the need for fairness when their efforts go unrecognized, especially in co-parenting dynamics, and how letting go of that need for justice can bring peace. Grief is another core theme, as every season of parenting involves letting go and adapting, whether it’s a child’s struggles in school or a more profound rejection. Brandon emphasizes the importance of balancing personal identity outside of parenting and how focusing on self-care, emotional health, and personal grow...
2024-09-0949 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensBring Balance to Your LifeSend us a textBrandon addresses the challenges of parenting a struggling child and how it can overshadow the needs of the entire family and yourself. He highlights the importance of balancing your life through the 6 pillars—mental health, relationships, physical health, career and education, spirituality, and hobbies—and how focusing exclusively on one child can be counterproductive. He also examines the effects of unresolved anger and the need to make amends. By shifting your focus from trying to change your child to enhancing your own well-being, he demonstrates how integrating these 6 pillars can help you cultivate happ...
2024-09-0248 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensParenting a Problem Child While Supporting SiblingsSend us a textBrandon tackles the challenges of raising a "problem child," focusing on managing temper tantrums and establishing effective boundaries. He shares proactive strategies for navigating the emotional ups and downs of adolescence, particularly for children who struggle with self-soothing and exhibit reactive behaviors when not engaged in stimulating activities. Brandon also discusses ways to support the other children in the household, ensuring everyone feels valued and preventing resentment from taking root. This episode offers practical advice for maintaining a consistent and calm parenting approach to foster a balanced and supportive family environment during the...
2024-08-2638 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensSelf-Care Through Boundary SettingSend us a textBrandon dives deep into the power of self-care and boundaries in parenting. Instead of trying to change your children, who may be struggling with their own challenges, he urges you to focus on your own health and well-being. By doing so, you can create a healthier environment that encourages your children to thrive. Setting boundaries isn’t about punishment or reward but about protecting yourself. He'll guide you on how to stop taking your child’s emotional reactions personally, take accountability for your actions, and avoid getting trapped in guilt or defensiveness. Brandon also...
2024-08-1946 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensStick to the PlanSend us a textBrandon examines why parents often struggle to maintain healthy relationship practices, especially during challenging times. When crises arise—whether it's grades, substance use, or mental health issues—it's easy to revert to old, ineffective habits out of frustration or fear. He discusses the importance of having a plan and sticking to it, even when things get tough. Rather than solely concentrating on your child’s behavior, prioritize your own growth, particularly during calmer periods. By rewiring your thought patterns and emotional reactions, you can better navigate crises without losing sight of healthy practices. This e...
2024-08-1243 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensBe Honest with YourselfSend us a textBrandon delves into the critical role of honesty in parenting. He explores how being truthful about decisions, motivations, and family dynamics can profoundly impact children's development. Examining past choices and their consequences highlights the importance of daily self-reflection and transparency about temperament and limitations. He also discusses the challenges of managing intense emotions and navigating differing parental values within the family. Emphasizing clear communication and honesty, strategies are provided for fostering resilience and maintaining a strong connection with children. This episode uncovers the transformative power of honesty in parenting.This audio...
2024-08-0539 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensThe 90/10 RuleSend us a textBrandon explores why many parents fixate on setting boundaries, emphasizing the need to first understand what they can and cannot control. Instead of relying solely on boundaries, parents should focus on connecting with their children through patience and open-mindedness. Using the 90/10 Rule—spending 90% of the time connecting and only 10% correcting—parents can engage more effectively by listening and responding thoughtfully. Effective communication involves listening more, reacting less, and avoiding impulsive confrontations. Long-term influence is built through consistent, calm, and supportive behavior, rather than nagging or anger. By walking alongside their children and offering supp...
2024-07-2944 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensFailure to LaunchSend us a textBrandon tackles the growing issue of "failure to launch," where young adults struggle with independence, creating stress and resentment in families. Learn how setting healthy boundaries and focusing on your well-being can support your child's growth and family harmony. He also emphasizes that parenting is a journey best navigated with community support—it's not one to undertake alone. Find insights on empowering your child's autonomy while maintaining peace and satisfaction in your parenting experience.This audio is from the 'Hope for Parents with Struggling Teens' group, held every Monday night at In...
2024-07-2238 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensHealthy Boundaries for a Balanced LifeSend us a textBrandon explores the challenges of parenting a defiant child and emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries. He explores how parents can team up effectively even amidst meltdowns and defiant behaviors, and why disengagement and silent consistency can bring calm to chaotic situations. Discover actionable strategies for protecting your peace without sacrificing your well-being, and learn why maintaining clear, simple, and concrete boundaries is key to fostering a healthier family dynamic.This audio is from the 'Hope for Parents with Struggling Teens' group, held every Monday night at Inspired Resolutions Counseling in...
2024-07-1548 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensContentment without ResentmentSend us a textBrandon dives into the complex world of parent-child relationships, focusing on strategies for repairing and nurturing a connection with a child who seems distant or wants to cut ties. He touches on overcoming parental fears by understanding the purpose of boundaries for long-term contentment without resentment. This episode highlights the value of persistence, consistency, and healthy communication for mental well-being in challenging times.This audio is from the 'Hope for Parents with Struggling Teens' group, held every Monday night at Inspired Resolutions Counseling in Yorba Linda. All voices of group members...
2024-07-0849 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensFood Addiction and GriefSend us a textBrandon explores food addiction, boundaries, and grief in parenting. He explains that addiction behaviors can persist without substance use and stresses the importance of setting firm boundaries to avoid enabling. Parents should focus on healthy behaviors, consistent boundaries, and not basing their actions on their child’s reactions. Grief can affect behavior but shouldn't change how we approach boundaries. Brandon advises parents to never give up, love unconditionally, seek connection, enlist help, and focus on personal growth. This audio is from the 'Hope for Parents with Struggling Teens' group, held every Mon...
2024-07-0242 min
SOSV Climate Tech Podcasts04e06 - CVCs Doubling Down on Climate, with Microsoft Climate Innovation Fund, GS Ventures and Honda InnovationsIn this panel discussion from SOSV's 2024 EarthDay+ sessions (Apr 22-26, 2024) moderated by Dr. Pae Wu of IndieBio and SOSV, corporate venture capitalists Brandon Middaugh from Microsoft's Climate Innovation Fund, Taehong Huh from GS Futures, and Aditya Sharma from Honda Innovations discussed their strategies for investing in climate tech startups.They emphasize the importance of early engagement with startups, strategic alignment with corporate goals, and the necessity for startups to understand their market and competition.They highlight the challenges of scaling up technology in the climate sector, particularly the capital intensity and longer timelines associated with...
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PPG Grandpa’s Paramotor PodcastEp 216 - JACOB HORTON - Georgia Paramotor - Run Into The Sky - Nonprofit PodcastI’m Jacob Horton, 23 year old, I’m a type 1 diabetic, been interested in aviation and flying since I was a kid, grow up flyin rc airplanes, got into paramotoring with my dad (Jeffrey)! Were been flying for 3-4 years now! Loved it so much we started our own school last year! Georgia Paramotor located in Statesboro Ga!! Thanks for having me: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094195691271&mibextid=LQQJ4d
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2024-04-231h 41PPG Grandpa’s Paramotor PodcastEp 215 - FAA -A & P Mechanic - Paramotor Engineering Explained by Mack- Run Into The Sky - NonprofitHuge Shout Out to Chris Lockley - For helping make Run Into The Sky possible. Without him we would not have a school and beautiful LZ Wade C helping us finance and starting up our 501(c)(3) nonprofit Anna for helping with starting our website and helping us for the first year as a nonprofit Mark and Shana at AirSportsUSA in FL for helping us get the Trike Trainer and Tandem machine. Our Official Sponsor: Jim Simard from Care Printing and Publishing. Helping us with stickers, calendars and so much more. Ron Toran at Lone Star Paramotor for giveaways every...
2024-04-172h 03Hope For Parents With Struggling TeensPassing on Morals and ValuesSend us a textZack Collie is an Associate Marriage Family Therapist who has been working at Inspired Resolutions for a year. He has an Instagram @theparalyzedtherapist. He was in a diving accident at 15 years old that left him wheelchair-bound. This event led him down the path of becoming a therapist to help others. Zack is also newly married and has taken on the role of stepdad. What’s the difference between morals and values? Morals refer to what’s right and wrong. While values capture what’s important to an individual. Parents...
2024-03-2534 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensThe Laundry Issue!Send us a textOur guest is a mother whose child has been on a different path from most. She has been attending our parenting group for many years. She gives a history of her journey with her son and their progress in rebuilding and maintaining their relationship. We talked about how she could stop doing the things that didn’t work without her child making the changes she wanted him to make. She tells the story of an incident that occurred recently. Her child was acting up and she chose to de-escalate the situation while fo...
2024-02-2017 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensThe Yelling ChallengeSend us a textWhat if we as parents challenged ourselves to stop yelling. Well Pat has become a social media sensation doing just that and putting it out there for everyone to see. In this episode we explore some parenting dynamics that can be frustrating and often lead to yelling. If it worked we would all see that in our children. Yelling has its place in parenting, but is often an unhealthy crutch. For resources, parent groups, and support, visit www.inspiredresolutionscounseling.com Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only...
2023-12-1342 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensParenting PinocchioSend us a textToday my guest is pastor Kyle Zimmerman from Orange Friends Church, who recently gave a Sunday message that I feel applies to parenting struggling teens.Whether you believe there’s a God or follow Christianity or not, you’re going to get some good wisdom out of his insight about boundaries, parenting, and the definition of real love.Pastor Kyle used an illustration from the story of Pinocchio in his message and related it to the ideas of God’s caring nature, the Gospel, and what healthy, mature love can lo...
2023-08-0948 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensNew Diagnosis and MisdiagnosisSend us a textWelcome back to Hope for Parents with Struggling Teens. Today we’re joined once again by Brittany Johns, LMFT to talk about some recent trends in the mental health world and a few of the dynamics we’ve been seeing recently in many families of struggling teens.We address some new diagnostic terms that are growing in popularity, as well as a couple of phrases that aren’t actually real diagnoses at all.First, we address the term “school avoidant.” Many of our listeners will draw different conclusions...
2023-07-2832 min
The Show UP DadModeling is more important than teaching with Brandon JoffeTodays Guest is none other than Brandon JoffeClinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWAs the founder of Inspired Resolutions his goal is to provide more effective and consistent services for teens, families, and marriages. With over 18 years of experience that he began at the Substance Abuse FoundationHe currently is proud to be a part of the With Hope Foundation, a non-profit committed to teaching and understanding teen suicide in schools. He has partnered with Servite High School in helping any of their students who are struggling with school, family, or social situations.Brandon is eager to help families and pa...
2023-05-0854 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensA New Discussion About Body ImageSend us a textOn today’s episode, I got to talk with Asha Bhattacharya, who was crowned Miss Anaheim when she was 18 and has been using her platform to spread awareness about mental health ever since.I used to think all pageants were focused on beauty, and all pretty much the same, and I know I’m not the only one who will benefit from hearing how Miss America and other pageants actually work, and what they’re really about.I met Asha at this year’s Walk With Hope for Suicide Preventi...
2023-04-1742 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensHope For Dealing With Teens And SuicideSend us a textWelcome back to the Hope for Parents with Struggling Teens podcast!My guest today is an incredibly inspiring woman named Annette Craig. Annette founded my favorite non-profit in the world: The With Hope Foundation Annette lost her daughter Amber to suicide extremely unexpectedly in 2005, when Amber was just 14. Now, With Hope, The Amber Craig Memorial Foundation is actively educating teens on the topics of suicide prevention and mental health awareness. They also host many educational programs, fundraiser events, and bereavement support. Annette is the reason I started th...
2023-03-2157 min
The Film Flamers: A Horror Movie Podcast28 Weeks Later (2007)28 Weeks Later is a 2007 post-apocalyptic horror film directed by Juan Carlos Fresnadillo, who co-wrote it with Rowan Joffé, Enrique López Lavigne and Jesus Olmo. The sequel to the 2002 film 28 Days Later, it stars Robert Carlyle, Rose Byrne, Jeremy Renner, Harold Perrineau, Catherine McCormack, Mackintosh Muggleton, Imogen Poots, and Idris Elba. The music for the film was composed by John Murphy.
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2023-03-2053 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensThe Truth About Gas LightingSend us a textToday’s episode is all about gaslighting. This term has become very popular in our culture over the last decade, and I’ve noticed that not everyone is using it in the same way. “Gaslighting” was Merriam-Webster’s most searched word of 2022, and has taken a prominent role online as people attempt to describe things like deceit, feeling discredited, being misrepresented, and more. The traditional connotation of the word “gaslighting” has to do with purposeful mind manipulation and crazy-making. It comes from a play that was written in the 1930s calle...
2023-03-1730 minHope For Parents With Struggling Teens3 Parent Relationship BasicsSend us a textIn this episode, I want to talk about the three basic rules to the parenting relationship.Number one: stop what doesn’t work. Getting rid of practices that aren’t bearing fruit seems like a no-brainer, but however obvious it may be, it can be hard to do. Sometimes we can be operating in defaults and habits that have been around for years, and ceasing these activities and approaches can feel uncomfortable. There may even be a gap, where you don’t quite know what to do instead.I’ve...
2023-03-0619 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensBoundaries IISend us a textThis episode it all about boundary setting.The topic of setting healthy boundaries is a significant part of my practice. When done correctly, it can be a game changer in many challenging parenting dynamics.Many parents have heard of and tried setting boundaries, but it’s common to begin the boundaries journey with some misconceptions about what they do and why they’re important. It’s normal for a parent to desire to change a teen’s behavior - especially if that behavior is destructive - but setting b...
2022-11-3031 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensA Parenting Presentation For Orange Lutheran High SchoolSend us a textFirst, I address the subject of doing what works. Some of us can continue to do things that aren’t working because we believe it’s the right way to parent, that it SHOULD work, or that maybe it is somehow secretly working. Common approaches that often don’t work are: nagging, repeating, yelling, criticizing, and sometimes even the punishment and reward approach. Instead, we want to stop the ineffective approaches, so we can become open to more effective strategies in the future.I also talk about putting the relatio...
2022-10-211h 01Hope For Parents With Struggling TeensAddiction and My Teen: What Can I Do?Send us a textOn this episode of the Hope for Parents with Struggling Teens podcast, we’re going to tackle the heart-wrenching and all too familiar topic of substance use and addiction.Today I’m talking with Brittany Johns AMFT. Brittany carries valuable expertise from her years of experience helping teens through substance abuse and addiction.What can you do to help your teen who is using? Some therapists who speak and write on the topic will list off a litany of options, from ripping through a teen’s room to find paraph...
2022-09-1635 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensSetting BoundariesSend us a textWelcome back to the Hope for Parents with Struggling Teens podcast, a resource for parents who want to learn what really works in relationships with struggling teens.Have you ever set a boundary with someone, and then that person just wouldn’t respect it? Well, guess what - that wasn’t a proper boundary. There’s a common misunderstanding about boundaries floating around right now, that the other person in your life has to honor it for it to be a success. In reality, a boundary is a decision we make...
2022-08-2326 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensGetting Your Teen HelpSend us a textYou are not alone if you don’t know where to go or what to do in order to get your child the help he or she needs. There is so much information on what to do and how to do it that it can be overwhelming. In a way, it seems like there are countless options and at times it seems that there is no help for what your family is struggling with. Get some answers and better navigate getting your family help. For resources, parent groups, and support, visit www.in...
2022-08-0226 minHope For Parents With Struggling TeensPutting The Relationship FirstSend us a textWhen we first have a kid most of us dreamt about their future, how we were going to protect them, and how we were going to make sure that we start off correctly with not too much but just enough parenting intervention. Often our desire for them to have a successful and happy future leads us to parenting behaviors that do not put the relationship first. The lessons and the parenting become more important. It is our job to influence our children and in order to do that, we have to maintain a hea...
2022-07-2525 min
Brandon Stover On LifeYael Joffe on Genetics for Personalized Healthcare, Problems with Modern Medicine, and Going from Scientist to Entrepreneur | Evolve 078Dr. Yael Joffe is Founder and Chief Science Officer of 3x4 genetics, which is brining the future of personalized healthcare by make use of the power of your unique genetics. This digital health company is pioneering the application of genomics to improve human health and sports performance by giving people access to more personalized, DNA-data-driven recommendations for fitness, food, supplements and lifestyle. Pioneering in the field and even cobbling together her own PHD, Yael became a world-renowned scientist in the rapidly-evolving discipline of nutrigenomics. She has over 20 years of experience in nutrition, genetics, sound research, clinical practice and scientific...
2022-06-061h 13
Comala PodcastCap 76 La religión| La misión, Ordet, El origen de las religiones, Arthur C. ClarkeEn el capítulo 76 hablamos de la religión desde cuatro obras que nos obligaron a pensar cuáles son los orígenes, fines y necesidades de las diferentes creencias religiosas ¿Hoy en día hemos perdido la fe o esta se encuentra en cada una de nosotros solamente que no tiene el manto doctrinal de antaño?
En la parte de literatura hablamos de "¿Cuál es el origen de las religiones y cómo evolucionaron?", artículo publicado en la BBC y escrito por Brandon Ambrosino. Además, tratamos el cuento Los nueve mil millones de nombres de D...
2022-05-2252 min
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