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Strengthen Family Bonds When You Volunteer As A Family | Jenny Friedman | Episode 125 May 18, 2020

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A universal truth is parents want to be close to their kids. But when our kids become teenagers it can be tricky to find ways to strengthen family bonds. One way to do it is to spend meaningful time together, and a great way to do that is to volunteer as a family. On today’s episode of the Mighty Parenting podcast, Sandy Fowler chats with Jenny Friedman from Doing Good Together. They explore the idea of giving back through volunteering. They discuss the impact of volunteering and how to volunteer as a family.

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Raising A Good Man | Kara Kinney Cartwright | Episode 124 May 11, 2020

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When asked what we want for our children most parents say we want them to be happy. However, we also want them to be good, kind, responsible people. That's the premise behind Kara Kinney Cartwright's new book Just Don't Be An Assh*le: A Surprisingly Necessary Guide to Being a Good Guy. It's a straight-to-the-point conversation with our teenage sons about the unspoken rules of life. Kara brings her wit and wisdom to the Mighty Parenting podcast as she chats with Sandy Fowler about raising a good man. They'll cover those crazy teenage years when our boys' hormones are raging and their moods and attitudes can leave something to be desired and how to impart all the lessons you want your son to learn.

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What Parents Need To Know About Teenage Emotions And Suicidal Thoughts | Dr. Lia Gaggino | Episode 123 May 04, 2020

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Children’s emotional and physical health are one and the same. The health of the body impacts our emotions and thoughts. Conversely, our thoughts and feelings impact the body. As our teenagers grow up they experience intense emotions and may even have thoughts of suicide. Actually, 17% of high school students have thought about suicide. Fortunately, parents are in a position to help. Dr. Lia Gaggino talks to Sandy Fowler about the essential things every parent needs to know about teenage emotions and suicide ideation in order to keep your child safe. Be sure to listen and share this episode of the Mighty Parenting podcast with every parent you know.

Our Guest: Dr. Lia Gaggino

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Coping With Learning At Home | Sandy Fowler | Episode 122 Apr 27, 2020

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Parents are suddenly thrust into the position of teacher. Not only that, but they have to do it while adhering to someone else's schedule and plan. Coping with learning at home is pushing many parents over the edge and causing their stress levels to soar. There are a lot of tips out there for managing logistics but there is more to it than that. Sandy Fowler shares insights and a mindset that helps families survive and thrive during this crazy time.

Our Guest: Sandy Fowler

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When Your Teenager Is Pushing Your Buttons | Hunter Clarke-Fields | Episode 121 Apr 20, 2020

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Parenting teenagers is challenging. Pushback, arguments, silence and distancing are some of the hallmarks of this stage. One of the more challenging situations for parents comes from your teen pushing your buttons. It's like we're wearing a shirt with big pictures of buttons saying, "Push here!" They are masters at knowing what to say or do that sends our emotions into overdrive. Hunter Clarke-Fields has some tips and strategies for us today that can help you keep your cool or manage the situation when you don't. She'll share those and her stories with Mighty Parenting podcast host Sandy Fowler so we can all learn and find a more peaceful path.

Our Guest: Hunter Clarke-Fields

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Relieving Coronavirus Anxiety | Sandy Fowler | Episode 120 Apr 13, 2020

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Families everywhere are dealing with lack of routine, lost connection, living and working in close quarters, and even grief as COVID-19 runs its course. Our kids are living with a lot of disappointment and fear, and they may feel adrift. All of this is creating anxiety. Mighty Parenting podcast host and stress relief coach Sandy Fowler addresses Coronavirus anxiety. She shares insights on using this time to share your values with your children as well as tips for families on how they can reduce Coronavirus anxiety.

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Healthy Parenting Strategies For Handling The Coronavirus Lockdown | Anthony Rao | Episode 119 Apr 06, 2020

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Healthy parenting during the Coronavirus lockdown has some challenges. Our kids are feeling a lot of different emotions. They are dealing with a lack of routine and they get tired of being locked down with us. But there are things parents can do, and things we shouldn't even worry about. Behavioral therapist Anthony Rao joins Mighty Parenting host Sandy Fowler to discuss healthy parenting strategies for the pandemic. Find out what’s most important and the things you can do to help your child and yourself through this historical time.

Our Guest: Anthony Rao, PsyD

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Decoding Boys - Understanding Boys’ Silence, Anger And Other Signals | Cara Natterson MD | Episode 118 Mar 30, 2020

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As our boys grow up life can get strange. That little boy who loved being with you can suddenly disappear behind closed doors. We lose communication and our relationship with them suffers. Understanding boys and the changes they go through as they approach and live through puberty can help. Parents can keep a better line of communication and foster a stronger relationship with their sons. They can also decrease the anxiety and frustration their boys experience during this time. Cara Natterson, M.D.,go-to puberty expert, talks to Mighty Parenting podcast host Sandy Fowler about decoding boys, improving communication, and strengthening or rebuilding your relationship.

Our Guest: Cara Natterson, M.D.

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Arguing With Your Teenager | Laurie Warren | Episode 117 Mar 23, 2020

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Ever feel like all you're doing is arguing with your teenager? Whether it's an eye roll, the exasperated tone, push back, or an actual argument, it's exhausting. Parents get frustrated and end up feeling guilty. But Laurie Warren has a different view of the situation which she's sharing with Mighty Parenting podcast host Sandy Fowler. They discuss the truth about arguing and how parents can handle it in a way that actually helps their teenager. Laurie gives us insights into handling the actual situation and what we can do in between to foster connection with our teenagers while managing the relationship.

Our Guest: Laurie Warren

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Strategies For Dealing With Social Distancing With Teenagers | Sandy Fowler | Episode 116 Mar 16, 2020

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With scheduling changes, living in close quarters, loss of stability and routines as well as income, many families are struggling to deal with social isolation. Stress-relief coach and Mighty Parenting podcast host Sandy Fowler shares strategies for managing stress and anxiety, dealing with social isolation with teenagers, and even how to find the good in all of this. Coronavirus is a big issue and families need strategies to ride the emotional wave. Sandy Fowler shares those strategies.

Our Guest: Sandy Fowler Detailed Show Notes and Support at https://mightyparenting.com/strategies-for-dealing-with-social-distancing-with-teenagers-sandy-fowler-episode-116/

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Resources Mentioned in Show:

Episode 103—Jude Bijou shows us how to manage our emotions in a healthy way.

Episode 94—Dr. Laura Dabney shows us how being selfish is good for us and our teenager.

Episode 80—Sandy Fowler shares strategies for creating a stress-free family vacation. These same strategies can be adapted when dealing with social isolation.

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