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PCL 74: Why Honesty Has Such An Impact On Our Kids’ Future May 24, 2018
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Founder and CEO of The reThink Group, Reggie Joiner, joins host, Kristen Ivy, to talk about why honesty — and parents being a safe place for kids — will shape kids’ future relationships and the way they see themselves.

YOUR CUE

Be a safe place for your kids. Your kids need to understand your love for them is unconditional and that nothing they’ve done or will ever do can change that. Most lies are told due to fear of disappointing others. Let your kids know that you’re disappointed in their behavior, not them. Remain calm when they choose to tell you the truth.

Reward their honesty. What gets rewarded gets repeated. When your child tells you the truth, say, “Thank you for telling me the truth. I know that wasn’t an easy thing to do.” Then, follow up with appropriate discipline.

Resist the urge to demand your kids be honest with you. As your kids grow older, they’ll be more inclined to share their truths with other people. As much as that hurts for you as their parent, it’s actually a good thing. Encourage your kid to tell the truth to someone you both trust.

EPISODE RECAP

You know you’ve been there: You know your kid is up to something they shouldn’t be, and you surprise them with a, “Aha! I caught you!” as if there is some parenting prize to be won by catching your kid in the act of disobedience. Although this might feel like a victory, it’s actually more detrimental to your relationship with your kid in the long run.

How?

Well, let’s talk about honesty for a moment. We all know it’s a goal of ours as parents to teach our kids honesty. But here’s the ultimate goal: The goal isn’t to keep our kids from lying. Our goal is to help our kids feel safe enough to tell the truth.

When we are a safe place for our kids (see how that surprise sneak attack could make them feel unsafe?), it makes them feel comfortable with sharing, even in uncomfortable situations. When your child feels comfortable being transparent, whether it’s with you or someone you both trust, it allows them to have deeper relationships with not only you, but others who will come into their lives later on.

In today’s episode, you’ll learn the best way to approach your child when you find them being disobedient, how to reinforce that they can always come to you no matter what, and how there’s a direct correlation between lying and trusting others.

QUOTES IN THIS EPISODE

“Honesty strengthens a relationship. Dishonesty weakens a relationship. —@kristen_ivy
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“The goal isn’t to keep your kids from lying. Our goal is to help them feel safe enough so they can tell the truth. —@kristen_ivy
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“When you lie a lot, you trust other people less. —@reggiejoiner
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PCL 72: How to Recognize the Signs of Teen Depression and Suicide May 03, 2018
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Dr. Chinwe Williams, a licensed professional counselor, joins host, Kristen Ivy, to talk about ways to recognize and address teen depression and suicide.

YOUR CUE

Look for multiple symptoms over the course of two weeks. Be aware of your child’s behavior — is he or she withdrawing from social activities, letting their otherwise clean room fall into disarray, and not eating? And have these behaviors lasted longer than usual? These might be signs there’s a bigger issue going.

Check in, but don’t make assumptions. Ask your child leading questions about how they’re feeling in a calm, non-judgemental way. Don’t try to define how they’re feeling for them — their explanation is what you need to hear in order to gauge where they are emotionally.

Keep following up and be consistent. Continue to check in with your teen regularly and keep the lines of communication open in good times and in bad times. Your teen should know they can come to you at all times.

EPISODE RECAP

There used to be a time when parents of teenagers simply had to worry about underaged drinking and missed curfews. These days, parents of teens are faced with much bigger, more dire challenges — teen depression and suicide.

According to statistics, depression and suicide among teens are at an all-time high, with suicide being the third leading cause of death in young people. With the added pressure of meeting academic and social standards, teens are struggling to cope with life’s demands, often leading to self-destructive behaviors.

According to Dr. Chinwe Williams, a licensed professional counselor, there are often signs teens show that signal things are off in their worlds. These signs include a change in appetite and behavior, declining school performance, and withdrawing from activities they’d ordinarily participate in among others. It’s important, she says, for parents to study their kids and respond quickly when things seem amiss.

“We all know depression, if left untreated, can lead to thoughts of suicide.” Chinwe shares.

In today’s episode, Dr. Williams gives some important tips on how to talk to your teenager when you suspect they’re suffering from depression, why remaining calm is the most important reaction a parent can have, the surprising effect of teaching your kids to serve others has on their emotional health, and what preventative measures parents can take to hopefully decrease the likelihood of depression and suicide in their teen.

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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – 1-800-273-8255

American Association of Suicidology

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“We all know depression, if left untreated, can lead to thoughts of suicide. —@drcuwilliams
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If a parent learns a suicide has occurred in their child’s peer group, it is a time for them to be on high alert. —@drcuwilliams
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It’s important for parents to be their child’s best advocate. —@drcuwilliams
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PCL 71: How to Teach Your Kids Patience in an Impatient World Apr 26, 2018
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Founder and CEO of The reThink Group, Reggie Joiner, joins hosts Kristen Ivy and Carlos Whittaker to talk about the importance of teaching your kids patience despite the fast-paced, instant gratification society we live in today.

YOUR CUE

Be in the moment. Pause intentionally with your family. Limit distractions and give your family your undivided attention. During family time, everything else can wait.

Become aware of your pace. In our fast-paced world, you often feel like you have to keep up with the rapid pace just to stay afloat. Notice your speed and then deliberately slow down. It might feel strange to do so, but remember, you’re leading your children by example. They need to see the power in the slowness.

Understand the best things in life take time. Try not to fast forward through the hard phases — they’re there for a reason.

EPISODE RECAP

Impatience permeates our very existence in today’s age. From microwaveable meals to Amazon Prime (or even better, Amazon Prime Now!) to the ability to binge-watch our favorite shows all in one sitting, we are conditioned to get what we want right now.

As instant gratification not only becomes expected, but demanded, anxiety, depression, and the overall feeling like something is missing also continues to increase amongst adults and kids alike.

Patience leads to a fulfilling life

“There’s a fundamental belief that if we can just get what we need faster, we’ll be happier,” says Kristen Ivy in today’s episode.

But here’s the thing that everyone knows, but tends to forget: The best things in life take time.

This is a difficult concept to teach our kids when we’re so impatient ourselves as parents. We often want to rush through the hard parts — like when our newborn still wakes up every two to three hours throughout the night — to the good parts that await on the other side of the struggle.

But if we don’t teach them the value of waiting, our kids can miss out on the richness of life.

Listen to today’s episode to learn how your impatience may be robbing your kids of essential life skills, how a lesson in patience is right outside your front door, and how to start living out patience right now as a family.

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Planet Earth

Outliers: The Story of Success by Malcolm Gladwell

QUOTES IN THIS EPISODE

“Our impatience causes us to lose out on humanity and the tangible, touching human part of life. —@loswhit
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“Sometimes our impatience in this season is what robs a child of being prepared in the next season. —@kristen_ivy
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“Immediate gratification will never be as fulfilling as simply experiencing life.” —@reggiejoiner
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“You can fast forward childhood, but you can’t rewind it. —@jonacuff
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“An impatient life is an empty life.” —@reggiejoiner
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PCL 71: How to Teach Your Kids Patience in an Impatient World Apr 26, 2018
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Founder and CEO of The reThink Group, Reggie Joiner, joins hosts Kristen Ivy and Carlos Whittaker to talk about the importance of teaching your kids patience despite the fast-paced, instant gratification society we live in today.

YOUR CUE

Be in the moment. Pause intentionally with your family. Limit distractions and give your family your undivided attention. During family time, everything else can wait.

Become aware of your pace. In our fast-paced world, you often feel like you have to keep up with the rapid pace just to stay afloat. Notice your speed and then deliberately slow down. It might feel strange to do so, but remember, you’re leading your children by example. They need to see the power in the slowness.

Understand the best things in life take time. Try not to fast forward through the hard phases — they’re there for a reason.

EPISODE RECAP

Impatience permeates our very existence in today’s age. From microwaveable meals to Amazon Prime (or even better, Amazon Prime Now!) to the ability to binge-watch our favorite shows all in one sitting, we are conditioned to get what we want right now.

As instant gratification not only becomes expected, but demanded, anxiety, depression, and the overall feeling like something is missing also continues to increase amongst adults and kids alike.

Patience leads to a fulfilling life

“There’s a fundamental belief that if we can just get what we need faster, we’ll be happier,” says Kristen Ivy in today’s episode.

But here’s the thing that everyone knows, but tends to forget: The best things in life take time.

This is a difficult concept to teach our kids when we’re so impatient ourselves as parents. We often want to rush through the hard parts — like when our newborn still wakes up every two to three hours throughout the night — to the good parts that await on the other side of the struggle.

But if we don’t teach them the value of waiting, our kids can miss out on the richness of life.

Listen to today’s episode to learn how your impatience may be robbing your kids of essential life skills, how a lesson in patience is right outside your front door, and how to start living out patience right now as a family.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

Planet Earth

Outliers: The Story of Success by Malcolm Gladwell

QUOTES IN THIS EPISODE

“Our impatience causes us to lose out on humanity and the tangible, touching human part of life. —@loswhit
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“Sometimes our impatience in this season is what robs a child of being prepared in the next season. —@kristen_ivy
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“Immediate gratification will never be as fulfilling as simply experiencing life.” —@reggiejoiner
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“You can fast forward childhood, but you can’t rewind it. —@jonacuff
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“An impatient life is an empty life.” —@reggiejoiner
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PCL 70: How to Parent in a World of Social Media Apr 19, 2018
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Dave Adamson, a photographer and social media and online pastor at North Point Community Church, joins host, Kristen Ivy, to talk about how parents can leverage social media to communicate with their kids.

YOUR CUE

View social media as an opportunity to increase a closeness with your kids. Social media can increase the depth of conversation you have with your children. When you follow them on their social platforms, you can see the friends they’re choosing, the encouragement and discouragement they’re receiving, and their thoughts on the world around them. You’re in a better position to speak into their lives when you know what’s going on.

Recognize family comes first. It’s easy to get carried away with the amount of time spent on social media. Set boundaries with social media use and predetermine times when your home is aN electronics-free zone.

Use a hashtag. Make it easy for your kids to find your thoughts on topics, even years down the road by using a specific hashtag.

EPISODE RECAP

Many parents of teens are desperate to get their children to communicate that they’ll try nearly anything. A solution, Dave Adamson says, is right at your fingertips.
Dave, who is social media and online pastor at North Point Community Church and a dad to three teenage girls, says social media can be used to enhance your parenting, especially with teens. In fact, in his opinion, parents have no choice but to consider the power of social media while parenting.
“You can’t parent in the modern age without social media,” Dave says.
Social media is a big part of teenagers’ lives

You might have rolled your eyes in exasperation after reading that last phrase. But here’s the thing: According to research, more than 80 percent of teenagers use Instagram, Snapchat, and Facebook on a daily basis. What’s more, and possibly even more concerning, is 67 percent of teens believe they can find anything they need to know about life on YouTube, the second biggest social media platform. Let’s face it: Social media is a big part of our kids’ lives, whether we like it or not.
Parents have a chance to leverage the social platforms for their benefit. Social media gives parents an opportunity to gain some understanding of a kid’s world. With access to social media, you can see their likes and dislikes, as well as observe what they’re talking about and what is being said to them.
Dave specifically uses Instagram as a way to communicate with his daughters. With his posts, he says, he’s able to reach his daughters during a time when ordinarily he wouldn’t have access to them — while they’re in school. In his posts, he uses the hashtag, #stuffiwishmydaughtersknew, so they can quickly find his thoughts on things, especially those about God.

“I use social media to keep parenting, to keep their dad in their life,” he says.

To learn how Dave reached one of his daughters with a learning disability, and what his thoughts are on boundaries on social media, tune in to today’s episode!

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Hootsuite

Buffer

Instagram

Dave’s YouTube channel

Dave’s Instagram

QUOTES IN THIS EPISODE

“You can’t parent in the modern age without social media”. —@aussiedave
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“Social media is where kids are, so this is where parents need to be.” —@aussiedave
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“We need to use social media as an on-ramp to build a deeper relationship with our kids.” @aussiedave
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PCL 69: How To Love Everybody Always Apr 12, 2018
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Bob Goff, New York Times bestselling author of Love Does, joins host, Kristen Ivy, to talk about his latest book, Everybody Always, and how showing immense patience can help us — and our kids — love others well.

YOUR CUE

Remember love is a sacrifice and commitment. Showing love to those who make it difficult on us is no easy thing. And if it’s your kids, it doesn’t make it any easier, but it makes the duty to show love even stronger. Remind yourself why you’re doing it — you’re showing them who God is through your love for them.

Instead of telling kids what to do, tell them who they are. There is no such thing as too much affirmation. Whatever your child believes about himself or herself is ultimately who they’ll become. Pour positivity into your child every chance you get.

Be present. The best way to show your kids how crazy you are about them is to be present. Be all in when you’re with them. Let them know they are a priority to you.

Surround your kids with community. Introduce your kids to your friends and start establishing with them the relationships that will help them be the best version of themselves.

EPISODE RECAP

There are some people who just rub you the wrong way, right? And since this is a safe space, let’s go ahead and admit one thing right now: Sometimes those people who get under our skin the most are the ones who call us mom and dad.

Our job as parents is to impart on our kids different life lessons that will help them become honest, kind, and hardworking people as they continue to grow older. The main lesson, though? Bob Goff says it’s to teach our kids to show immense patience to everyone, especially those we deem annoying at best, unlovable at worst. And it’s a lesson we as parents need to learn, too.

How to love when it’s difficult

It’s human nature to avoid people who make us feel uncomfortable, but Bob encourages us to give those people a second look. Those people, Bob says, aren’t really who they seem, but rather are reacting to an insecurity they have. It’s these people who deserve our patience, especially our kids.

“One of the things I noticed about Jesus is He’s always seeing who people are becoming, not who they used to be,” Bob shares.

The key, then, is to focus on affirming your kids because who they listen to will ultimately be whom they turn out to be. Of course, this isn’t easy — especially when your kid doesn’t seem to be listening to a word you say. The secret: Be consistent and be present.

This is just the beginning of all the insightful knowledge Bob has to share. Hear even more helpful pieces of wisdom by tuning in to today’s episode!

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Everybody Always by Bob Goff Love Does by Bob Goff Pepperdine Law
QUOTES IN THIS EPISODE

“Jesus is always seeing who people are becoming, not who they used to be.” — @bobgoff
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“Our children are reflections of or reactions to us as parents.”— @bobgoff
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“Instead of telling children what to do, tell them who they are.”— @bobgoff
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“Don’t try to figure out how to love people efficiently, figure out how to love them presently.”— @bobgoff
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PCL 68 [Dad Edition]: Parenting Teenage Sons Apr 05, 2018
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Frank Bealer, executive director of leadership development at Orange, joins Carlos Whittaker and Jon Acuff to talk about parenting teenagers, parenting an adopted child, and other topics on today’s dad edition of the Parent Cue Live podcast.

YOUR CUE

Be a learner of your child. When it comes to encouraging your kid to do something they love, study them and ask them questions along the way—like whether they’re still enjoying themselves.. Be careful not to put them into the box you think they should be in—just when you’re starting to know your child, they often change. Be flexible.

Push through the discomfort. Sometimes, kids can be really honest about their thoughts on topics such as the opposite sex, and a lot of the time it can be uncomfortable for the parent. Try to hear them with an open mind and know they’re processing in real time according to their maturity level. Try not to be judgemental, and be grateful they feel open to let you in.

Save teachable moments for the appropriate time. As parents, it’s difficult to not turn every moment into a teachable moment for our kids. Remember, there is a time and place for everything, and sometimes, there’s a time and place to just have fun. Focus on building your relationship—the opportunity to teach your child those important life lessons will come.

EPISODE RECAP

Have you ever wondered how you’d handle your teenage son’s complete honesty about their thoughts on girls? Or what about when you want to encourage your kids to do something they enjoy at the moment without pressuring them to stick with it long after their interest in it has faded?

In today’s episode, we hear from Frank Bealer, a dad of four kids, whose ages range from 10 to 15, who is still very much in the trenches of understanding the ins and outs of parenthood. He’s joined with Carlos Whittaker, a dad of three, and Jon Acuff, a dad of two, and together they discuss:

What it’s like to adopt an older child and how it impacts the family dynamic

How to encourage your kids to do an activity they love without being too pushy

How to coach your kids through a shift in their environment and the social pressures that come along with it

How to be mindful of not favoring the dominant child

How to have uncomfortable conversations with your teenager

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Discovering Leadership Podcast

QUOTES IN THIS EPISODE

“As soon as you feel like you have your kid figured out, you have a second one and realize, “I don’t know what I’m doing.” —@jonacuff
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“I’m struggling: When do you speak into the situation and when do you give them more room?” —@fbealer
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“[Our kids] are growing up in such a different world, where the ability to make a wider, far-reaching mistake is greater.” —@jonacuff
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PCL 67: How to Help Your Kids Resolve Conflict Mar 29, 2018
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Founder and CEO of The reThink Group, Reggie Joiner, joins hosts Kristen Ivy and Carlos Whittaker to discuss how to help kids resolve conflict properly in today’s episode of the Parent Cue Live podcast.

YOUR CUE

Talk about difficult issues in a non-confrontational setting. Sometimes tough conversations are better received when they’re not happening in a formal setting. Create a moment or environment to have this conversation during a car ride, a bike ride, or a hike.Write it down. Encourage your kids to write down what they’re thinking, especially if they’re not very verbal. Sometimes kids (and adults, too) find it easier to express themselves in ways other than talking.Learn to ask the right kinds of questions. The right kinds of questions give your child the freedom to express themselves. Asking questions such as, “What did I do to make you feel that way?” and “Are there things you wish were different that we can work on together?” show you are considering their feelings.

EPISODE RECAP

As much as we’d like to enclose our kids in a protective bubble and keep them away from all conflict, the reality is, we can’t do that. Conflict is a very real part of life and it’s something kids experience quite early.
As parents, it’s our responsibility to equip our kids with the life skills to handle life’s challenges properly. One of the most important lessons we can teach our kids, then, is how to resolve conflict well. If you think about it, poor conflict resolution is at the heart of many adult issues. If we teach our kids to resolve conflict in a peaceful way now, we could help them avoid some big heartache later on.
The important key to conflict resolution
Before we go any further, know one thing: Conflict is healthy. Now, most of us might cringe at the thought of something so uncomfortable being healthy based on our past experiences, however, it’s important for you to embrace this idea when approaching the topic with kids.
Now that we’ve embraced the healthiness of conflict, let’s dive right in: How in the world are we supposed to help our kids handle conflict well?
The first step is teaching our kids how to listen. There’s an old phrase that says, “We have two ears and just one mouth for a reason.”
“The power of listening could be a key in how we resolve conflict and that’s going to be learned first at home with a parent,” Reggie Joiner says.
Intentional listening is what parents should aim for. This means you’re not formulating a rebuttal in your mind when your kid is talking, but truly listening to them instead. If your child is having trouble expressing himself or herself, maybe that’s a cue that you need to switch up the environment, having the important conversation during a car ride or a hike, or ask them to express their feelings through writing or drawing a picture (for younger kids). When your child feels heard by you, you are creating a safe space for them to keep the conversation going.

Tune into the podcast to hear even more helpful tips and pieces of wisdom about conflict resolution from Reggie, Kristen Ivy, and Carlos Whittaker.

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Kill The Spider by Carlos Whittaker

QUOTES IN THIS EPISODE

““If our kids don’t learn how to do conflict resolution, they’re going to grow up with a long list of broken relationships.” —@kristen_ivy
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““The power of listening could be key in how to resolve conflict and that’s learned first at home with a parent.” —@reggiejoiner
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“The definition of peace is proving you care about each other more than winning the argument.” —@reggiejoiner
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“Fun authenticates forgiveness.”—@reggiejoiner
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PCL 66: How to Talk To Your Kid About Crisis Mar 22, 2018
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Dr. Chinwe Williams, a licensed professional counselor, shares age-appropriate tips on how to talk about crisis to a child or adolescent on today’s episode of the Parent Cue Live podcast. This is the final podcast in a two-part series.
YOUR CUE

Don’t overwhelm your kids with information. In our desire to be transparent, sometimes we tell our kids too much. Take into consideration their age and level of understanding before sharing.

Spend time outdoors. Spending time in nature has a grounding, calming effect and often makes kids feel safer. Make sure to spend time together outdoors and initiate conversations.

Set up regular family time. Time spent together as a family tends to nurture open communication. Whether it’s a weekly family game night or going hiking together, use that time to ask your children about what they’ve been feeling and experiencing lately.

EPISODE RECAP
In part one of this two-part series, Dr. Chinwe Williams shares signs that indicate when your child is in a crisis. She describes a crisis as any psychological, environmental, or social shift that your kid may have trouble coping with. They may react externally or internally, and for each child, their personal crisis is different. These reactions are out-of-the-ordinary behaviors in your child, from clinginess and a sudden onset of thumb sucking to withdrawal from friends and things they liked to do.
So say you have noticed these changes in your kid. Now what?

Communicate with your child

Communication is the most important step in recognizing and handling when your kid is in a crisis, Dr. Williams shares. But that sounds easier said than done for most parents—whether you have a preschool-aged kid who is just mastering talking or a high schooler who’d rather talk to anyone but you, talking and understanding each other is difficult on the best days.

That’s why age-appropriate, open-ended communication is something parents must foster with their children. For younger kids, you can ask them to draw you a picture about how they’re feeling, or engage them in play. For adolescents, you’ll likely have to initiate the conversation again and again. If you’re getting nowhere with a direct approach, ask them how their friends are handling unsettling current events, etc. to open the door for personal feelings.

Above all, Dr. Williams says, with teens, parents should remember to be encouraging and not pushy.

“As a parent, we want what’s best for our children,” Dr. Williams says. “Sometimes the urge for parents is to push too hard and that has the opposite effect of what they’re really desiring.”

Tune in to the podcast to learn more about how to initiate tough conversations and important resources available to you and your kids.

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National Child Traumatic Stress Network
National Association of School Psychologists

Mayerson Center for Safe and Healthy Children

QUOTES IN THIS EPISODE

Sometimes the urge for parents is to push too hard; that has the opposite effect.” —@drcuwilliams
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“Kids are keen observers and poor interpreters.” —@Kristen_Ivy
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“Your presence, above all else, is what your child needs.” —@drcuwilliams
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PCL 65: How To Recognize When Your Kid is In Crisis Mar 15, 2018
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Dr. Chinwe Williams, a licensed professional counselor, shares ways to identify if your child is experiencing personal crisis on today’s episode of the Parent Cue Live podcast. This will be part one in a two-part series.

YOUR CUE

Take your kid’s shift in mood seriously. Our experiences are all different and it’s easy for parents to dismiss their kids’ feelings because whatever they’re upset about seems trivial in the scheme of life. Don’t do this. Your kid’s feelings are very real to them. Talk to them and seek help if the change in behavior persists.

Seek support. Having a child struggling with a tough time or mental health issues is difficult to bear for a parent. Find people you trust to confide in who will encourage you and give you sound advice. There is a long road ahead and you’ll need all the support you can get.

Therapy doesn’t have to be expensive. The cost might often deter you from seeking counseling. Many companies offer different types of employee assistance programs where the first few counseling sessions are free. Also, do your research — many counselors do pro bono work, making it that much easier to talk to someone.

EPISODE RECAP

Being a parent means you’re no stranger to your kids’ fluctuating moods. Whether they’re a toddler who has just discovered the magical word, “no,” or a teenager who spends more time in angst and sullenness than not, moodiness and kids of all ages seems to go hand in hand.

But parents should be mindful of what’s normal for their kid versus if they’re experiencing a behavior that is out of the ordinary —while your child might appear as if they’re functioning on the outside, their world may be crumbling on the inside.

How do I know if my kid is in a crisis?

Dr. Chinwé Williams, a licensed professional counselor in Roswell, Ga., describes a crisis as any psychological, environmental, or social shift that your kid may have trouble coping with. They may react externally or internally, and for each child, their personal crisis is different.

Parents often miss the signs their child may be experiencing inner turmoil, chalking it up to them simply being a kid. But according to statistics, depression is on the rise amongst kids of all ages and often goes unaddressed and untreated.

The first step in identifying whether your child is experiencing a crisis is simple: Be a student of your child. Get to know them, especially their moods. If their mood and behavior changes, such as separation anxiety and becoming withdrawn from activities they enjoyed in the past, and if it persists for two weeks or more, this is a clear sign something bigger is going on and that you need outside help, whether from a pediatrician, youth pastor, or counselor.

Tune into today’s episode to learn specific signs of crisis based on specific phases in your child’s life and stay tuned for next week’s continuation of this important and timely topic.

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Any sort of distress or crisis comes from psychological, environmental, or social components. Every child will be different. —@drcuwilliams
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When you’re stressed, support helps. —@drcuwilliams
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PCL 64 [Dad Edition]: Casey Darnell On Coming Off The Road Mar 08, 2018
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Singer/songwriter for North Point Community Church, Casey Darnell, joins host, Carlos Whittaker, and New York Times best-selling author, Jon Acuff, on the Parent Cue Live podcast to discuss what life is like as a dad coming off the road as a musician and other topics.

YOUR CUE

Be open to God saying, “Not right now.” In life, there are different seasons, and sometimes during certain seasons, you have to say no to things you would’ve ordinarily said yes to to make room for what God has in store. Trust God with your life and your plans and listen to His voice and His answers.

Revel in the small moments. Whether you have a job that keeps you far from home or close to it, take a moment and be thankful for the small, seemingly mundane moments in your family’s life. ]It’s during these moments families grow closer together and remember how they felt during these times for years to come.

EPISODE RECAP

Imagine having a job you love that takes you out on the road for more than 200 days a year. And while you find the travel exhilarating and your job fulfilling, there’s always a piece of you left back home: Your family who is growing and doing life together without you.

This was Casey Darnell’s life before he recently got off the road as a touring musician and worship leader. A father of four girls, ages 10, five, three, and 10 months, and husband to a wife who runs an interior design business, called Truth & Co., Casey decided to make a difficult decision and stop traveling so much.

What awaited him were day-to-day life tasks with his family we often take for granted, but also a surprisingly emotional response — grief for his old life.

In today’s special dad edition of the podcast, Casey, Jon, and Carlos talk candidly about the identity shifts dads often face, how husbands can best support their wives and their dreams, and all while staying in the moment with their kids.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

The Greatest Showman

Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki

Truth & Co.

Capital Gaines by Chip Carter Gaines

QUOTES IN THIS EPISODE

“You don’t lose. You keep learning.” —@caseydarnell
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“You’ve got to have a season where it’s no for now.”—@caseydarnell
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