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Be a Problem Solver PodcastEp. 172. How to help your child be more inclusive with the Rainbow Collective for ChangeToday Dr. Cory is joined by Kaliq Alexander from the Rainbow Collective for Change (https://www.rainbowcollectiveforchange.org/ ). They discuss the Rainbow Collective's mission and how you can help your child to recognize the diversity in the world. Grab our $7 e-book to help you get started on practicing for tech wellness! We'd love it if you help us grow our social following and recommend our podcast! You can follow along on: TikTok Instagram Facebook Pinterest Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the...
2024-06-2539 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastThe #1 thing I tell all my clientsWhen people come for therapy, there are several common threads to the process. Tune in to fing out the #1 thing I tell all my clients about the process! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media u...
2023-02-2815 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhy middle school friendships are hardIf you are in a stage of helping your middle schooler navigate some friendship drama, this episode is for you. Middle school friendships are critical to social and emotional development, and sometimes, drama is part of the process. Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in...
2023-02-2122 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastIs your kid's anxiety genetic?Anxiety in children and teens is a hot button issue since the pandemic. We have seen an increase in anxiety in many of our clients, and even the news has picked up on the global increase for kids and teens! In this episode, we are discussing the origins of anxiety, where it comes from, and what we see if kids and teens. Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?vi...
2023-02-1423 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastShould you interfere in your middle schooler's friendships?You, parent, often tell us that your child is involved in some sort of social drama, but they won't share what it is. You observe that your child is upset about a social interaction, something that happpend at school, something that happened on SnapChat...but what do you do about it? In this episode, we are discussing if and how you should get involved in helping your middle schooler navigate friendships! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the...
2023-02-0720 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastShould you give your middle schooler a phone?Should you give your middle schooler a phone? Probably not. But will you? Probably yes. So now what? Today we are tackling the questions around preparing for your middle schooler to get a phone and what your role as a parent is for tween and teen phone use~ Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver S...
2023-01-3121 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastDoes YOUR baggage interfere in your parenting?We are constantly evolving in our parenting. Sometimes some old wounds may boil up from our baggage and make it difficult to parse out what's really happening with our kids. Does that happen to you? Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital w...
2022-11-0805 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastHow to vet legit resources for our LGBTQIA+ youthFor families and LGBTQIA+ youth, finding resources that are a good fit can be a challenge. We always encourage clients to find the counselor or resource that is the right fit, but this is especially true for the LGBTQIA+ where suicide prevention is key. Find out more about our guest, Brittany Bate from Be Bold Psych: https://beboldpsychnc.com/ Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=ka...
2022-11-0133 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastPrepping for the college essay process can be easier than you thinkOur guest, Sadie Harper of Southern Ambition, is sharing her talent and knowledge of college essay writing. We know that it can be a stressful time when your kids start applying to college, so take a listen if you'd like some insight into the process! https://southernambition-nc.com/ Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a P...
2022-10-2537 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastYour kids need a trusted mentor.We are always talking about how important it is for your kids to find their "thing." But what comes along with that is a trusted adult that can help guide them along the way. Oftentimes, this isn't a parent, but instead a coach, teacher, or leader. Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our go...
2022-10-1828 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastOur ideal choice for new tween and teen phone users. Hint: it's not an iPhoneThis episode is all about why we love the Pinwheel phone for a beginner user over an iphone! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? C...
2022-10-1125 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastThe story of Dr. Cory's trauma and how it shaped his life - PART IILast week Dr. Cory told us about his childhood and how that impacted him. This week we are learning how his healing journey has progressed and why it's been so influential on his life. Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Ne...
2022-10-0432 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastThe story of Dr. Cory's trauma and how it shaped his life - PART IThis is a heavy episode. If you're not in a good place, we don't suggest you listen. Today Dr. Cory is sharing his childhood trauma and how it shaped his life. Stay tuned for the inspiring Part II! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans i...
2022-09-2026 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWho's the bad guy? Is it the tech?In this episode, we are clarifying our message about technology. Spoiler alert: technology isn't the bad guy! In fact, there is no bad guy. So how do you be more intentional with tech? Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need m...
2022-09-1313 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastIs your tween starting to be a jerk? Here are some typical tween milestones to put your mind at easeIt's true that transition from cute kiddo to tween to teen can be kind of rough. The truth is, it's very common and totally developmentally appropriate for your tween to act kind of like a PITA! In this episode, Dr. Cory shares some memories of his time as a jerk during that period. Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At...
2022-08-2322 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastThe age of parent education - are you in or out?Is parent education for you? or nah? Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: www.beaproblemsolverservices.com
2022-08-1617 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastAre you using technology with intention?Getting stuck in the scroll? Don't want to your kid to end up doing the same? Here are some tips for introducing a phone to your child with intention. Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social me...
2022-08-0920 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhat is Media Mindfulness? And why is it THE MOST IMPORTANT skill you can teach your kid?Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: www.beaproblemsolverservices.com Be a Problem Solver Services are Kate (M...
2022-08-0230 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastOur kids are experiencing shame online. We can help!The dreaded "s" word...SHAME! Our kids are experiencing shame online, and though we can't always prevent it, we can certainly be proactive about how we handle it! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media u...
2022-07-1927 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastYour kids are being bullied in their own room.How can we prevent our kids from being bullied in their own room? With the age of digital media becoming pervasive, bullies can reach our kids anytime, whenever they want. We can learn new skills as parents on how to talk to our kids about this, and prevent damage! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem S...
2022-07-1218 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastUgh. Online predators exists. Here's what to do about it.Ugh. Online predators exist. It's gross, sad, inconvenient, and damaging to victims. In this episode, we talk about where these predators may hang out and how to prepare against them. Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing so...
2022-07-0522 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastIs your tween ready for a phone?What are the things that make your tween ready for a phone? Most of the time they are actually soft skills that we judge as a parent. They aren't totally tangible. Listen in to see what we think about the top skills for judging if your tween is ready for a phone or click below to take the quiz! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate W...
2022-06-2819 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastShould we be trying to raise our kids like it's the 90s?Simpler times. There are so many things about raising a 90's kid that seem appealing. There was so much less disruption, distraction, and confusion about how to navigate the real world vs. the "online world" because it just didn't exist. In this episode, we talk about what things about being a 90's kid would help us out today! Is your tween ready for a phone? Take the quiz! https://beaproblemsolver.outgrow.us/beaproblemsolver-4 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We a...
2022-06-2119 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastOur recommendations for introducing personal devices to your kids and tweensIntroducing personal devices is a hefty consideration in parenting these days. It's easy to get your kid that phone they've been asking for on their birthday - but are you prepared? In this episode we talk recommendations for safely and responsibly introducing personal devices like phones, tablets, and gaming systems! To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help a...
2022-06-1421 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhat is "parallel energy?" And why it's the greatest parenting hack ever!We are coining the term "parallel energy" to denote how we talk to our kids and teens. Similar to co-regulation, we want to be on the same "page" but we also want to bring a calm parallel energy. Dr. Cory explains more in this episode. To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage tr...
2022-06-0716 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastTraveling Different, an interview with Dawn Barclay, author of Traveling Different: Vacation Strategies for Parents of the Anxious, the Inflexible, and the NeurodiverseDawn Barclay gives us beginning tips on traveling with neurodiverse individuals. We LOVE this topic because we believe these strategies can apply to any family! Learn more about her upcoming book here: https://rowman.com/ISBN/9781538168660/Traveling-Different-Vacation-Strategies-for-Parents-of-the-Anxious-the-Inflexible-and-the-Neurodiverse To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out ou...
2022-05-3130 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastIs it possible to "live alongside the cringe?"Last week, Taylor Swift gave a pretty decent commencement speech at NYU. She talked about getting used to cringe, living alongside it, accepting it as part of life. In this episode, let's figure out what that means for our teens. To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child?
2022-05-2414 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastVideo game and screen time rage is real - here's how we combat it.What do you do if your child throws a video game controller across the room? What do you do to curb screen melt-downs? Raging is real, and in this episode, we're going to tell you how we handle it. To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check o...
2022-05-1725 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastSelf-esteem, prosocial behavior, and family connectedness - how we boost these skills in our kidsWe are exploring an article by Preston & Rew that discusses how we can boost self-esteem in our adolescents. Preston, & Rew, L. (2022). Connectedness, Self-Esteem, and Prosocial Behaviors Protect Adolescent Mental Health Following Social Isolation: A Systematic Review. Issues in Mental Health Nursing, 43(1), 32–41. https://doi.org/10.1080/01612840.2021.1948642 Preston, & Rew, L. (2022). Connectedness, Self-Esteem, and Prosocial Behaviors Protect Adolescent Mental Health Following Social Isolation: A Systematic Review. Issues in Mental Health Nursing, 43(1), 32–41. https://doi.org/10.1080/01612840.2021.1948642 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Prob...
2022-05-1024 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastEveryone lies - let's explore how this affects our tweens and teens!Lying is a common issue among tweens and teens, due to constant demands and pressures from the world around them. Even the most straight-edge teen may tell a fib here and there. In this episode, we explore why this is, and what we can do about it. To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, tee...
2022-04-2619 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhy your kids need a summer routineAhhh, summer. The time to sleep in, do nothing, then stay up playing video games until 3am every night. Well, this is a cycle that we recommend breaking, and in this episode, we'll talk about the importance of doing so! To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with yo...
2022-04-1921 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastLet's learn more about Dr. Cory and KateToday we are having a little fun and asking each other questions so that you guys can get to know us better! To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://bit.ly/3jLJHak Be a Pr...
2022-04-1217 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastHow do we address learning loss as a result of the pandemic? with Sharon Baum, SLPLearning loss is a result of a tumultuous few years of schooling. It's just the truth for some students. But what do we do now and how do we address these needs in students who actually have learning loss? Today, Sharon Baum, SLP is joining us to talk about how we can parse apart true speech-language issues. To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a...
2022-04-0554 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastHow to get into counseling when the waiting lists are fullSo many of our friends and family are reaching out because they can't get themselves or children into counseling right now, and waiting lists are months long. On today's episode Dr. Cory is giving his best tips on how to speed up the process. To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or ess...
2022-03-2910 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastSelf-advocacy is THE MOST IMPORTANT things that your tween and teens need to learnSelf-advoacy is possibly the MOST IMPORANT skill that your tweens and teens need to learn during adolescence. Listen here to find out how we suggest fostering this skill! To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://bit.ly...
2022-03-2221 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhy boredom is a good thing for kids and teens.There's so much research on why boredom is good for your kids. But are you allowing it to happen? Or are you trying to quickly "prevent" boredom? To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://bit.ly/3jL...
2022-03-1518 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhy we chose multigenerational living and is it right for you!Does living with your inlaws sound amazing or like a total nightmare?! We share our positive experience with multigenerationl living and explore how it works. Would this be right for you? To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here:
2022-03-0823 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastHow can we change our mindset to fit a more modern world?Parenting just ain't what it used to be. But what is it now? Research and the digital age have changed how we parent. Let's dive into the trends we've been seeing. To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here:
2022-03-0120 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhen your kids just refuse to listen...UGHHHHH. The 5pm power struggle, at this time, we are usually just in survival mode. Listen in to hear about what we do when our kids just won't listen. To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://b...
2022-02-2219 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastAre we just all performers for social media?We examine the concept of being a performer for social media and which comedian has publicly said this topic is one of critical importance. Local folks to Raleigh - we will be hosting a Teen Tech Talk on Thursday March 3, 2022 at 7:30pm. Click here for details: https://beaproblemsolverservices.vipmembervault.com/products/courses/view/1120162 To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital w...
2022-02-1517 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastOur real thoughts about YouTube and YouTube KidsYouTube is a slipery slope, truly. There is so much AMAZINGLY cool information available there - but also a bunch of nonsense. So how do we teach our kids which is which? To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here:
2022-02-0818 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastUsing visual images helps your kid's brain work betterA picture is truly worth 1000 words! In this episode, we discuss why using visual images to help your child follow through on routines, and become a better listener is definitely worth a shot. To learn more about the Pinwheel Phone (#af), click here: https://www.pinwheel.com/?via=kate We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services h...
2022-02-0118 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastHow increasing self-awareness and self-evaluation lead to success When you increase self-awareness, you already put yourself ahead of the game. You can make decisions, plan-ahead, and set goals more easily when you know to expect in the future based on your previous response to a situation. Let's dive into how we can help our teens accomplish this boost in self-awareness! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online...
2022-01-2511 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastParents should join SnapChat and TikTok too Seriously? Parents joining SnapChat? That's the last thing I want to hear. But the unfortunate reality is that we urge parents to become familiar with as many platforms as their kids are interested in. Without knowing how each platform works, it is hard to know how to help your tween or teen use it safely. This time of year, projects are due, some courses are ending, and our tweens and teens are starting to feel like inevitable burnout. How can we support our tweens and teens during this time? Let's dive in! We are so g...
2022-01-1815 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhy don't we sleep, eat, and exercise when we know we're suppoesd to? The basics of maintaining a healthy lifestyle include sleeping, eating, and exercising. We all know this. So why don't we just go ahead and do it? Today we discuss how we can ease into habits, rather than try and make dramatic changes. We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://bit.ly/3jLJHak ...
2022-01-1119 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastHow can we have compassion for parents?We know that the new year brings a renewed energy, and lots of goals! But how can we have compassion for ourselves as parents during a time when we know our kids may be struggled either getting back into the swing of things or trying to do their best? We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here:
2022-01-0417 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastCombatting burnout and increasing resiliency in our tweens and teens This time of year, projects are due, some courses are ending, and our tweens and teens are starting to feel like inevitable burnout. How can we support our tweens and teens during this time? Let's dive in! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://bit.ly/3jLJHak Be a Problem Solver Services...
2021-11-3018 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastTech expectations for the holiday season - what to do when family is visiting Do you have family visiting or will you be traveling this holiday season? Have you thought about what tech expectations you'll set with your kids during this season? In some family situations, we'd probably all like to bury ourselves in our phones, but is that the best option? In this episode we're talking about setting those tech expectations proactively. We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills w...
2021-11-2311 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastTeens on the job hunt - what we're seeing in real lifeSo many of our teen clients are searching for jobs this holiday season as they head into the second half of the school year. In this episode, we're chatting about the trends we're seeing in the teen job market. We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://bit.ly/3jLJHak Be a Problem S...
2021-11-1620 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastOur real-life parenting s**t show A quick vent about how best laid plans can easily be changed by our kids! If you're a parent - you'll get it. We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://bit.ly/3jLJHak Be a Problem Solver Services are Kate (M.Ed., CCC-SLP) and Cory (Ph.D., LCMHC, NCC) - a wife s...
2021-11-0920 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastOur 100th episode! Learn some more about us and what makes you care about us?Our 100th episode is a look into our lives! This fun episode is a little glimpse into who we are and why we do what we do. We tell a little bit more about why we got into this field and what we love about it - as well as some fun personal facts about us! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child...
2021-11-0230 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastHere are some tech skills your kids *actually* needYour 18 month old doesn't really need to be able to navigate a tablet...but your 18 year old does actually need to be able to navigate a computer pretty efficiently. In this episode, we'll talk about tech skills that actually make a difference, and which ones are pretty much a waste of time. We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online s...
2021-10-2618 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhy the skill of perspective-taking is so important for your child and teenPerspective taking is the ability to "read the room" - to analyze what other people's body language, voice, actions, words, and gestures tell us about how they may think and feel. But so many of our kids and teens have a hard time with this skill. This episode examines perspective taking in a different way. We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check o...
2021-10-1915 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhen social media isn't really that "social"What is the point of social media? Is it to connect with others? Is it a comparison trap? Is it a marketing tool? Is it actually social? These are the questions that we're answering on today's podcast - is social media an effective social tool for your child or teen?! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here:
2021-10-1217 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastThe "rebound effect" from starting a new school year Transitioning back to the school year has been delightful and exciting for some, and very hard on some tweens and teens. If you think about it, the last time your high school freshman completed a typical school year, they were in 6th grade - eek! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://bit.ly/3...
2021-10-0516 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastYour child engaged in inappropriate behavior online, what do we do now?It's almost inevitable that when your child may engage in inappropriate behavior online. And it's ok. But the way we deal with these situations may make or break how your child feels about these mistakes! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://bit.ly/3jLJHak Be a Problem Solver Services are Kate...
2021-09-2822 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastSo your child's friends are all online and long-distance...what now? Long-distance friendships and relationships are becoming the norm these days with the increased use in social media and gaming communities available online. So what does this mean for our kids' social development? We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://bit.ly/3jLJHak Be a Problem Solver Services are Kate (M.Ed., CCC-SLP...
2021-09-2119 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastTech tools to help you monitor social media and screen time for your kids We've put together a free resource to help you figure out what tools may be best for monitoring your child's activity online, including social media monitoring apps, phone alternatives, watches and routers! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://bit.ly/3jLJHak Be a Problem Solver Services are Kate (M.Ed., CCC-SLP...
2021-09-1421 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhat is media mindfulness and why does it matter for our tweens/teens? Media mindfulness is so critical for tweens and teens - but what is it? In this episode we dive into how we can be more mindful of our teens and tweens emotional investment in social media. We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://beaproblemsolverservices.vipmembervault.com/ Be a Problem Solver Services are K...
2021-09-0721 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastHow to use visual imagery to increase executive functioning skills - a real life walk through!Join us to walk through of a visualization exercise to help Cory plan an activity (taking our kids to the pool)! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://beaproblemsolverservices.vipmembervault.com/ Be a Problem Solver Services are Kate (M.Ed., CCC-SLP) and Cory (Ph.D., LCMHC, NCC) - a wife speech pathologist a...
2021-07-2015 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastShould you let your kids have only online friends?More and more research points to the internet as leading to depression and anxiety for teens - but some research also suggests that building these online relationships can actually serve as a training ground for in-person relationships! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://beaproblemsolverservices.vipmembervault.com/ Be a Problem Solver Services...
2021-07-1316 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastThe future of social media for our tweens and teensThe internet has come so far in our parenting lifetime - so where does it go from here? Today we are talking about how less is more when it comes to the future of online social interactions. We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://beaproblemsolverservices.vipmembervault.com/ Be a Problem Solver Services a...
2021-06-2918 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastHow I got burned in a Facebook group and the effects of online public shamingUgh. Online public shaming is a real thing, unfortunately. This week I'm sharing how I got burned and the effects it had on my mental health for weeks afterward. We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://beaproblemsolverservices.vipmembervault.com/ Be a Problem Solver Services are Kate (M.Ed., CCC-SLP) and Cory (Ph.D...
2021-06-2220 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhy impulse control for teens is so important on social mediaThis week we dive into some important executive functioning skills like impulse control, perspective taking and self-regulation - and explore why they are so important for our tweens and teens on social media! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://beaproblemsolverservices.vipmembervault.com/ Be a Problem Solver Services are Kate (M.Ed...
2021-06-1521 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhen you've feel like you've tried EVERYTHING as a parent...Have you ever received advice from a professional and it takes all your willpower not to roll your eyes - because you've already tried that strategy? That is exactly how it feels sometimes. Today we talk about how we can shift our perspective and try strategies in a new light! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here:
2021-06-0815 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastHow to know if your child has executive functioning challenges We talk often about executive functioning challenges, but how do you know if these actually apply to you or your kid? This week we are talking about what to look out for, and how you know if it's a problem. We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://beaproblemsolverservices.vipmembervault.com/ Be a P...
2021-06-0110 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastHow to get your teen off of social mediaThe #1 Google search when you type in teens and social media is: How to get your teen off of social media. But is that the best thing to do right now? We talk about alternatives to ditching social media completely for your tweens and teens! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://beaproblemsolverservices.vipmembervault...
2021-05-2522 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastHow shame impacts our lives and shapes our tweens and teens Shame is pervasive. It gets into the crevices of our lives and sits there, just waiting. On this episode, we discuss how these shame triggers pop up and why they are so important in helping to shape our tweens and teens~ We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://beaproblemsolverservices.vipmembervault.com/ Be...
2021-05-1821 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastActivities that your tweens/teens ACTUALLY want to do with you! Spending screen-free time with your tween or teen without an agenda may seem like a tall order. But what if there activities that you both actually wanted to do together? This week we talk about the screen-free activities that will help build your relationship, without the pressure or expectation of "work." We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services...
2021-05-1116 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhat is co-regulation and why is it important in parenting? Co-regulation is a term that we have been using a lot more of in the parenting world. Why? Because we want both kids AND parents to be calm and cool when conflict or challenges arise. Find out if you are co-regulating on the reg (pun intended!). We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://beaproblemsolverservices.v...
2021-05-0417 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhy sibling conflict is complicated and three takeaways to think about Ahhhh, sibling rivalry and conflict. We get asked questions about this all the time. The truth is that figuring out a solution to sibling conflict is actually rooted in the motive for the action. We explore these motives on today's episode! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://beaproblemsolverservices.vipmembervault.com/ Be...
2021-04-2720 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastHow teaching improv comedy skills increases flexibility in the social world There's more to improv comedy than laughs. In fact, the skills behind improv comedy are useful in many social situations. Teaching these skills can help our students increase their flexibility. Find out how we do it, in this episode! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services here: https://beaproblemsolverservices.vipmembervault.com/ Be a Problem...
2021-04-2015 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastUsing Improv Comedy skills during therapy, how we use improv to navigate the social world Have you ever seen an improv comedy show? Wondered how those actors do it? Well it really does take practice, just like navigating the social world. Which is exactly why we use improv comedy skills and practice in our therapy. Tune into this episode to find out how we do it! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online services...
2021-04-1317 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhy we are replacing social skills with self-advocacy skills and why you should tooDo your kids advocate for themselves? In fact, are they in-tune enough with what they want and need that they could make a case for these requests? That's why we are exploring self-advocacy today. Instead of just teaching social skills, we are going beyond and teaching self-advocacy skills so that kids can start asking for their own needs. We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with...
2021-04-0621 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhat is neurodiversity and why it matters to ALL OF US!The neurodiversity movement from person-first language to identity-first language and treatment is SO important. Autistic people and ADHD-ers don't like the use of person-first language, so why are we still using it? Should we be accommodating people with all kinds of neurodiverse backgrounds or should they shift to "typical" society? Phew. It's a lot to take in. Let's explore! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills...
2021-03-3023 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastHow you can help your kids and teens get mental health support now. We are talking again about some of the mental health trends we've been seeing lately and some great ideas for increasing mental health outlets in our kids and teens! We reference this excellent article about increasing mental health systems in schools: Ojio, Y, Mori, R, Matsumoto, K, et al. Innovative approach to adolescent mental health in Japan: School‐based education about mental health literacy. Early Intervention in Psychiatry. 2021; 15: 174– 182. We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help address...
2021-03-2321 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastHave you felt personally victimized by comments on social media? How about your teen? How about by Regina George? This week Kate is exploring social skills both online and offline, and how they affect our tweens and teens self-worth. Have you ever felt personally victimized by comments on social media platforms, or even in person? This is something that our teens experience every day. We are exploring the findings from this article: Resnik, F., & Bellmore, A. (2019). Connecting online and offline social skills to adolescents’ peer victimization and psychological adjustment. Journal of Youth and Adolescence, 48(2), 386–398. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10964-018-0953-z We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents...
2021-03-1615 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastVirtual learning sucks (generally speaking)It is no surprise that virtual learning has been hard. But also, what has it shown us about the education system? How can we ask questions about what we DO WANT in an education system? Perhaps we will look back at this generation and they will be the ones that finally change the system as the result of their experience. We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace...
2021-03-0922 min
Be a Problem Solver PodcastParenting ADHD with Kelly BiltzKelly Biltz is not only an ADHD parent coach, but also a mom of teens and parent of ADHD warriors. She has a unique and kind perspective on parenting children with ADHD and I was thrilled to hear her thoughts on this week's episode. You can read more about Kelly's coaching and programs here: https://www.lovinggradditude.com/ Find her on social media: https://www.facebook.com/lovingradditude https://www.instagram.com/lovinggradditude/ We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, o...
2021-03-0249 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastDoes family travel shape your identity? How does it affect your kids and teens?We are big advocates for providing your kids with new experiences. It doesn't have to be grand, international trips - it could simply be exploring a new part of the city you live in, visiting a free museum or discussing travel plans together! To grab the free list of surprising things your tween or teen may be thinking, click below: 10 Surprising Things Your Tween/Teen May Be Thinking We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world...
2021-02-2315 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastDoes social media use turn your teen into a ball of insecurity? How about you!?Recently, I was listening to this episode of the Afford Anything podcast where Paula Pant interviewed Seth Godin: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/afford-anything/id1079598542?i=1000500857925 It got me thinking how all our teens know is this life of showing up online to be "authentic." But what the hell is authenticity - it's certainly not found online! To grab the free list of surprising things your tween or teen may be thinking, click below: 10 Surprising Things Your Tween/Teen May Be Thinking We are so glad you're here! A...
2021-02-1619 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastConnecting with your partner during parenting - can you relate? This week we are diving into how tricky it can be to connect with your partner in such weird times. Can you relate to the fact that it is just like groundhog's day over and over again this year? To see our tips on connecting with your partner, head to https://www.thenurturednestnc.com/ To grab the free list of surprising things your tween or teen may be thinking, click below: 10 Surprising Things Your Tween/Teen May Be Thinking We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services...
2021-02-0915 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhy screen time limits are so hard to stick with This week we are talking about screen time limits and why it's so dang hard to stick with them --- and who really cares anyway, right? To grab the free list of surprising things your tween or teen may be thinking, click below: 10 Surprising Things Your Tween/Teen May Be Thinking We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check...
2021-02-0219 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastResume building for tweens and teens? How we can support our teen's job choices with Gigi from Silver Key NC The biggest question employers have for new grads? Where's your experience!? Gigi from Silver Key Resumes talks to us today about helpful tips that parents can do to support their teens in finding jobs, building job self-esteem and creating resumes that work! To learn more about Gigi and Silver Key Resumes, head here: https://silverkeync.com/. To grab the free list of surprising things your tween or teen may be thinking, click below: 10 Surprising Things Your Tween/Teen May Be Thinking We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem S...
2021-01-2646 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastIs your teen mindless snacking? Nutrition basics for tweens and teens In this interview with dietician, Kerry Jones of Milestones Nutrition, we are chatting about common pitfalls in Tween and Teen nutrition and how to stop them! To grab Kerry's free guide on Teen Snacking, click here. To grab the free list of surprising things your tween or teen may be thinking, click below: 10 Surprising Things Your Tween/Teen May Be Thinking We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social...
2021-01-1941 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastFinancial Responsibility for Tweens and TeensTweens and teens CAN learn about money and finances. In this episode, we are talking with Keli Calderon of The Smart Money Academy. She is giving us some amazing tips on how to start talking with your teen about money and giving them money responsibilities. To grab the free list of surprising things your tween or teen may be thinking, click below: 10 Surprising Things Your Tween/Teen May Be Thinking We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a d...
2021-01-1247 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastTaking control of tween/teen mental health this yearThis year we are normalizing tween and teen mental health. The foundation of healthy, wealthy teens is mental health, because without it, no matter the success on the outside, without success on the inside, our teens will struggle. To grab the free list of surprising things your tween or teen may be thinking, click below: 10 Surprising Things Your Tween/Teen May Be Thinking We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social...
2021-01-0523 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhat to do if you bought your kid a tech device for the holidaysHere's the situation: You scored a great Black Friday deal on a new tablet, phone or gaming console. You know your kid is going to be ELATED that they receive this gift. You can.not.wait. to gift it! But the question is - are you prepared? Prepared for how to handle screen time limits and boundaries? Prepared to have open and authentic conversations about screen use, social media and dangers online? Prepared to talk about social opportunities that go BEYOND the screen? We want you to be a proactive parent...
2020-12-0116 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastParent Pandemic & Holiday Overwhelm, How I lost my mind over dinner, How to cope with parenting overwhelmThis week I lost my mind due to pandemic fatigue. I have just had enough. So we talked about three ways that we can move forward, like counseling, therapy, and parent education. Black Friday Deals are available on our mini-courses this week! Click below for more info: beaproblemsolverservices.vipmembervault.com We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out o...
2020-11-2428 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhat does a tech healthy family *actually* look like?In this episode, we talk about what being a tech healthy family LOOKS like in your house. Everyone has a different comfort level with how much device use is allowed, necessary, or possible. We go through a visualization exercise to help you figure out what it would look and feel like at your house. We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out...
2020-11-1720 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastOUR biggest mistake when it came to setting screen limits & boundariesWe always talk about healthy tech habits - but guess what? We also always make mistakes. Today we're sharing our biggest mistake in setting up screen time limits and boundaries and how it has shaped how we approach screens as a family! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online coaching services here: https://beaproblemsolverservices.com/how-can-we-help/
2020-11-1022 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhat is radical acceptance of teen identity and why is it important in the age of social media?This week we are talking about tween and teen identity - and how it is impacted by the public world of social media. Recent literature (Duffy, 2019) has shown us that there are 3 big takeaways from examining tween and teen identity in the social media world: 1) Social media is an exercise in self-presentation, 2) The challenge teens face is to negotiate individual privacy alongside the demands for information made by the logics of social media, ‘trying to be in public without always being public’, 3) , social media is a platform for experimenting in social identity. We are so glad you're here...
2020-11-0326 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastThe hidden responsibilities & burdens we give our kids and how it affects themOur teens and tweens have so many responsibilities - and not just the ones that we talk about on the surface. In fact, the hidden responsibilities are "heavy" and those are the ones that we sometimes see our kids can be "carrying." We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online coaching services here: www.beaproblemsolverservices.com/services
2020-10-2733 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhat we learned from being accountableIn today's episode, we recap what we have learned from maintaining accountability about our tech use as a family. We make mistakes, and we try our best to follow through. Tune in to hear our stories about keepin it real! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online coaching services here: www.beaproblemsolverservices.com/services Be...
2020-10-2022 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhy resilience is the most underrated social skill Resilience is a critical skill for our kids and teens to build and hone - and it's completely underrated! On this episode we talk about why it's so underrated and how you can help your kids build this important skill! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online coaching services here: www.beaproblemsolverservices.com/services Be...
2020-10-1320 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastSigns your child or teen could benefit from counseling and how to find a good counselor This week Cory is diving deep into supporting parents in figuring out the signs that a child may need counseling. We discuss how to find a good counselor and why you may feel impatient waiting for results. We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online coaching services here: www.beaproblemsolverservices.com/services Be a Problem Solver...
2020-10-0638 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhy is the process of learning consent SO important to teach our kids? with Sarah Casper from Comprehensive ConsentToday's special guest is Sarah Casper from Comprehensive Consent. She helps parents learn how to teach their children and teens the process of consent, including important social-emotional skills such as how to handle rejection and how to effectively use refusal skills. You can see her work here on her website or follow along with her on Instagram. We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills w...
2020-09-2940 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastSo how DO you teach your kids social skills?We often get asked, "what are the social skills that might kid actually needs to know?" AND "how do I teach them?" In this episode we are talking about two important ways that you can be teaching these skills at home! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills with your child? Check out our online coaching services here: www.beaproblemsolverservices.com/services ...
2020-09-2214 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastWhat we wish we knew about parenting - just for fun!In this episode, just for fun, we are exploring what we wish we knew about parenting - you know, beyond the common "you won't sleep again," there's really a lot more to it! Unlocked: Parenting Adolescents in the Digital Age starts this week. If you're interested in joining, please send us an email at hello@beaproblemsolverservices.com. We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital world. Need more help addressing social media use, teenage transitions, or essential workplace skills...
2020-09-1518 minBe a Problem Solver PodcastIs your tween or teen a grump gnome? Let's explore!Unlocked: Parenting Adolescents in the Digital Age, our course for parenting tweens and teens, starts next week on 9/14/20! In this episode, we explore the four types of kids we typically see - from grumpy gnome to friendly, happy and confident! To get on the waitlist for Unlocked: Parenting Adolescents in the Digital Age, please send us an email at hello@beaproblemsolverservices.com or click here - it's coming up on September 14! We are so glad you're here! At Be a Problem Solver Services, our goal is to help parents raise decent humans in a digital w...
2020-09-0820 min