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TRAILER: The Lisa Show Podcast Jan 26, 2022

Catch new episodes of our podcast dropping weekly, starting February 8th, 2022! Enjoy fun, entertaining, and useful conversations with host Lisa Valentine Clark that will help you improve yourself, your family, and your community.

How do I help my teenager care about school? | The Council of Moms Jan 26, 2024

In this week's Council of Moms, Lisa is joined by Lavonne Wells, Shari Lyon, and Brittney Phillips to answer a listener-submitted question: What do you do when your teenager doesn't seem to care about school, and you can tell they're heading down a difficult path?

How do I make friends as an adult? | The Council of Moms Feb 02, 2024

As parents it's not uncommon that we spend so much time focusing on taking care of the kids, putting food on the table, and making sure life doesn't fall apart at the seams that we don't find time to work on our own social circles. So what do we do when the kids are becoming independent and we have a little more free time, but it's been years since we tried making a new friend? In this episode of The Lisa Show's Council of Moms, Lisa talks with Heather Frazier, Melanie Call, and Whitney Call about their experiences and advice.

How do I talk to my kids about the news? | The Council of Moms Feb 09, 2024

We're constantly surrounded by horrible, heartbreaking news from around the world. There is so much war and cruelty that it's hard to avoid. But for our kids, their often hearing about these things without being old enough to truly understand what they're hearing about. And not to mention everything else a kid is dealing with while trying to figure out who they are and who they want to be. So as parents, how to we broach these complicated conversations? And how much should we say? In this episode of The Lisa Show's Council of Moms, Lisa is joined by Brittney Phillips, Shari Lyon, and Allison Dayton to talk about their experiences and best advice.

How can I maintain friendships as a parent? | The Council of Moms Feb 16, 2024

As a parent, it can feel like every waking moment is dedicated to taking care of the people who need our help. There's always another diaper change, or soccer practice, or choir recital, or meal to make, and there doesn't seem to be any time left over for ourselves. So how can we make and keep friendships with anyone other than our partner? In this episode of the Council of Moms, Lisa is joined by friends and fellow moms Liv Mendoza, Whitney Call, and Allison Dayton to talk about their experiences and best advice.

How do I talk to my kids about financial struggles? | The Council of Moms Feb 23, 2024

When financial struggle comes, there are few conversations more difficult to have than having to tell your kids about how their life is going to have to change in order to make ends meet. As parents we don't want our kids to have to bear the burdens of adult life, but we also don't want them to be surprised or hurt when we aren't able to afford things that we used to. In this episode of the Lisa Show's Council of Moms, Lisa talks with friends and moms Anna Ek, Trina Celeste, and Cree Taylor about what they've been through and how they recommend approaching these tough conversations.

How do I help my kids cope with moving? | The Council of Moms Mar 01, 2024

Moving to a new place presents both new opportunities and new challenges. How can we set our kids up to thrive during this time of transition? In this episode of the Lisa Show’s Council of Moms, Lisa is joined by Cree Taylor, Alison Faulkoner, and Anna Ek for a conversation about helping children through a big move.

How do I balance my work with parenting? | The Council of Moms Mar 08, 2024

For a mom who decides they are ready to go back to work after being home with the kids for a long time, there can be a lot of complex emotions involved with that transition. They might think, will this hurt my relationship with my kids? Will they think I'm a bad mom? Am I being selfish? In this episode of The Lisa Show's Council of Moms, Lisa sits down with friends and fellow moms Clarissa Greenwall, Lindsay Clark, and Alison Faulkner to discuss what experiences and advice they have for people in this situation.

How do I decide what to feed my kids? | The Council of Moms Mar 15, 2024

The eternal, unavoidable struggle of parenting: after planning out a week of meals, making sure they're nutritious, finding foods that the kids will like, grocery shopping, and mustering the energy every day to actually make those meals, the end of the week rolls around and we have to start all over again. How do we keep up? How do we keep pushing the boulder of feeding a family up the hill week after week, especially if we don't particularly love cooking in the first place? In this episode of The Lisa Show's Council of Moms, Lisa is joined by friends and fellow moms Amy Gifford, Clarissa Greenwalt, and Cassie Barger to talk about their advice and experiences.

How do I connect with my kids and spouse? | The Council of Moms Mar 22, 2024

How do I get my spouse to help out around the house more? How do I manage my kids better? The answer is connection! Join Lisa and guests Heather Frazier, Lavonne Wells, and Melanie Call as they discuss how to better connect with your children and spouse, as well as how to take personal responsibility for that connection.

What if my teenager is making bad choices? | The Council of Moms Mar 29, 2024

Do you ever see your teenager making bad choices, and you have to grit your teeth to keep from saying something? We don’t want to be helicopter moms, but we also don’t want our kids to ruin their lives. As parents, it can be a tricky balance to let our kids fail and learn from their mistakes while keeping them out of serious trouble. Lisa joins Lindsay Clark, Amy Sunderland, and Cassie Barger for a Council of Moms about when to let our children mess up and when to intervene.

Do my kids navigate conflict in healthy ways? | The Council of Moms May 03, 2024

Whether our kids are two or twenty-two, conflict is a normal part of family life. How do we make sure our relationships of love grow through these inevitable clashes, especially for kids? Lisa, Marlie, Kylie, and Brandalee explore the way conflict shows up in different stages of life, and in various scenarios-- in blended families, between spouses when kids are listening in, and with kids in the middle of those developmentally appropriate (but still awkward) transitions into higher autonomy and self-discovery.

How can I make a big difference with little time? | The Council of Moms May 10, 2024

How do you make a difference in the world when you're low on time and money? Lisa and The Council of Moms (Emilie Campbell, Brandalee Bluth Streeter, and Gina James) discuss how to lift where you stand, what kind of language to use with your kids when explain difficult situations in the world, and what it looks like to have actionable compassion.

How Do I Talk to My Kids About Body Image? | The Council of Moms May 17, 2024

Our children are suffering body image insecurities at younger and younger ages. Join Lisa and the Council of Moms as they exchange tips, tricks, and personal stories on what it means to be a mom and how to help our children have healthier perspectives on their bodies. #councilofmoms #bodyimage #parenting #parentingteens #ldsparenting #thelisashow #lisavalentineclark

How can I find and create joy for my children? | The Council of Moms May 24, 2024

Tough times are an inevitable part of life, but even in these tough times moms want their children to have joy. Join Lisa and her Council of Moms as they discuss finding and creating joy for their children, mom acting skills, the importance of a sense of humor and finding teaching moments while learning how to heal.

How to talk to my children about finances and gratitude? | The Council of Moms May 31, 2024

Lisa and her Council of Moms come from all walks of life and have lived through all phases of finances from broke and in school to supporting a family. This week they council on how they can inspire their children to be grateful for whatever financial situation they are in as well as making friends with people from all tax brackets.

How can I help my children with their mental health? | The Council of Moms Jun 07, 2024

Mental health is a very serious issue that all parents should be aware of. This week Lisa and her Council of Moms talk about ways to bring up mental health with your kids, how to help improve their mental health, and being open about your own mental state with those around you.

How can we help our children grow? | The Council of Moms Jun 14, 2024

Children need encouragement to grow and get out of their comfort zone. Join Lisa and her Council as they share ways to motivate, nurture, and inspire their children to grow and blossom into the well rounded adults the moms know they can be.

How can I change my parenting as my children get older? | The Council of Moms Jun 21, 2024

Lisa and her council of experienced moms tackle a crucial question from a listener: "How can I change my parenting style as my children get older?" The discussion delves into practical strategies for adapting to the evolving needs of your growing children by offering valuable advice and personal anecdotes. Tune in to gain fresh perspectives on nurturing your kids through their different life stages.

How do I help my kids develop a relationship with God and religion? | The Council of Moms Jun 21, 2024

The Council of Moms answers "How do I help my kids develop a relationship with God and religion?" The conversation explores various approaches to fostering faith and spirituality in children, sharing insights and meaningful experiences.

How can we help our children follow their passions? | Council of Moms Jun 21, 2024

Should you keep paying for those dance lessons? How do you help your child discover interests and skills that bring them lifelong satisfaction without pushing them too hard? How do you support your kids' passions while setting them up to succeed? Lisa and the Council of Moms (Teniesha Williams, Allison Dayton, and Carrie Ann Rhodes) discuss the ups and downs of extra-curriculars and the balance of being "well-rounded."

How do I create my second act as a mom? | The Council of Moms Jun 21, 2024

In this special episode Lisa and her council of moms, comprised of three therapists who recently graduated, explore the question: "How can I create my second act as a mom?". This special council embarked on their journey to become therapists after years of motherhood. This episode delves into their inspiring stories of returning to school and redefining what they want in life. Tune in to hear their insights on pursuing new passions and creating a fulfilling second act.

BONUS: The Council of Moms Answers Your Questions (Part 2) Jan 03, 2023

In this special edition of The Lisa Show, Lisa is joined by actor, comedian, and parent Whitney Call to answer more listener-submitted questions. How do you parent children that act like they hate you? What's a reasonable bedtime for teenagers? What can friends with no kids do to support parents?

BONUS: What a Doctor Wishes Parents Knew Jan 10, 2023

In the special episode of The Lisa Show, Lisa is joined by family practice physician (and her older brother) Dr. Chris Valentine to talk about what he wishes parents knew about taking care of their kids, and how everyone can be a little bit safer in the new year.

Book Club: More Than a Body E1 | Chapter 1 Part 1 Jan 27, 2023

Lisa kicks off her book club on More Than a Body by Lindsay & Lexie Kite. She and Kacy Faulconer break down their first impressions of the book and personal relationships to the topic (and one of the authors), and begin their discussion on Chapter 1, "Rising with Body Image Resilience".

Book Club: More Than a Body E2 | Chapter 1 Part 2 Feb 03, 2023

Lisa and Kacy continue discussing Chapter 1, "Rising with Body Image Resilience" from More Than a Body by Lindsay & Lexie Kite. Does your response to seeing yourself on a Walmart security cam say something about your resilience? How much of your identity is shaped by what you think people see when they look at you? Lisa and Kacy compare what they learned at home growing up, and the experiences their kids are having in a media-saturated world that glorifies narrow, unattainable beauty standards. They process a lifetime of complicated feelings about swimsuits, and how they can nurture the feeling of being "at home" in their bodies.

Book Club: More Than a Body E3 | Chapter 2 Part 1 Feb 10, 2023

Lisa sits down with Ashley Rose Reeves for part one of Chapter 2, "Critiquing and Creating Your Media Environment" from More Than a Body by Drs. Lindsay & Lexie Kite. What's your earliest memory of comparing others' bodies to your own? What's so significant about Disney remaking The Little Mermaid? Lisa and Ashley reflect on the subliminal messages we absorb from the media about "acceptable" bodies, who profits from our insecurities, and how we can take back our power in a sea of information.

Book Club: More Than a Body E4 | Chapter 2 Part 2 Feb 17, 2023

Lisa and Ashley Rose Reeves talk meditation, "text parenting", and dollar voting as they finish Chapter 2, "Critiquing and Creating Your Media Environment" from More Than a Body by Drs. Lindsay & Lexie Kite. How do you manage a bad body image day? What do you say when your kids are exposed to negative messaging in media? From normalizing the highs and lows of body image, to curating what shows up on our social media feeds, there are lots of practical ways to take back control of our personal media bubbles.

Book Club: More Than a Body E5 | Chapter 3 Part 1 Feb 24, 2023

Lisa and Natalie Madsen dive into Chapter 3, "From Self-Objectification to Self-Actualization" from More Than a Body by Drs. Lindsay & Lexie Kite. Natalie reflects on her experience as an actress and comedian on sketch comedy TV show Studio C through three pregnancies, and the the subtle messaging that made physical appearance feel so pivotal to success. How does self-objectification relate to people pleasing? Is it possible to push past the mental noise and get back to a "flow" state? Lisa and Natalie talk candidly about their own "beauty work" and how they keep the pressure to look good from taking over lasting personal happiness.

Book Club: More Than a Body E6 | Chapter 3 Part 2 Mar 03, 2023

Lisa and Natalie Madsen continue their conversation on Chapter 3, "From Self-Objectification to Self-Actualization" from More Than a Body by Drs. Lindsay & Lexie Kite.

Book Club: More Than a Body E7 | Chapter 4 Part 1 - "I've gained weight! That's okay!" Mar 10, 2023

In this installment of Lisa's Book Club, Lisa and Whitney Call dive into part one of Chapter 4 of More Than a Body by Drs. Lindsay & Lexie Kite, "From Divided To United as Women". They explore the competitive space that women often find themselves in as a result of societal messages which say that there's only so much space to go around—and that women should take up less. What does body image have to do with female stereotypes that suggest women are "catty" or "vicious"—and who benefits from that? (Hint: it's not women.) Whitney recalls her own journey of body transformations and how people spoke differently to her depending on her appearance. Lisa ponders the section of her closet that was once dedicated to jeans in every size. They discuss how women can stick together and celebrate each other as their bodies naturally change.

Book Club: More Than a Body E8 | Chapter 4 Part 2 - "I've lived enough to know that I am strong." Mar 17, 2023

Lisa and Whitney Call continue their conversation on part two of Chapter 4 of More Than a Body by Drs. Lindsay & Lexie Kite, "From Divided To United as Women". What changes when we replace appearance-based commentary and language with new conversations and topics? Breaking these habits is tricky, and requires a lot grace as we learn new ways to appreciate ourselves and each other. Lisa and Whitney examine their own internal monologues about body standards, and how the people in their circles responded to major changes in their appearance. Lisa remembers a compliment that felt like a dagger to the heart, and Whitney reflects on what she learned about parenting and anxiety from the reactions she received when she shaved her head. They discuss how women can find compassion and vulnerability with each other, and unite in their shared journey to self-love and a healthy body image.

Book Club: More Than a Body E9 | Chapter 5 Part 1 - "You cannot disrespect yourself!" Mar 24, 2023

Lisa and her guests, Stefanie Michelle and Alex of Sassy Confetti, dive into Chapter 5 of More Than a Body by Drs. Lindsay and Lexie Kite, "Reclaiming Health and Fitness for Yourself". They share from their own journeys of body image and self-empowerment. What definition of "health" actually promotes mental and physical wholeness? Lisa, Stefanie and Alex dismantle false notions of "wellness" and share how they've found compassion for themselves and love for their bodies.

Book Club: More Than a Body E10 | Chapter 5 Part 2 - "The work of reclaiming your identity" Mar 31, 2023

Lisa continues her conversation with Alex of Sassy Confetti, and Stefanie Michelle, on Chapter 5 of More Than a Body by Drs. Lindsay and Lexie Kite, "Reclaiming Health and Fitness for Yourself". They share their feelings about beauty ideals and how unattainable body image expectations can affect us, as well as how generational trauma influences our definition of beauty. What role does genetics play in relation to diet, fitness and health? Lisa, Alex and Stefanie discuss the notion that our bodies should be instruments and not ornaments to society.

Book Club: More Than a Body E11 | Chapter 6 Part 1 - "We're the ones who can make the change" Apr 07, 2023

Lisa and Whitney dive into Chapter 6: "A Resilient Reunion", and the final chapter of "More Than a Body" by Drs. Lindsay and Lexie Kite. What can we do to combat the message that women are defined by their physical appearance? Lisa and Whitney reflect on how they have shifted their own mentalities about identity, and their relationships to their bodies. They discuss aspects of body image that have been particularly poignant over the course of the book and their body image journeys.

Book Club: More Than a Body E12 | Chapter 6 Part 2 - "You know yourself. You know who you really are!" Apr 14, 2023

In this final installment of Lisa's Book Club on More Than a Body by Drs. Lindsay and Lexie Kite, Lisa and Whitney Call explore the final frontier of body image: peace. What would you define as the things that make you truly happy? What beliefs are you holding onto which suggest that your happiness is contingent on your physical appearance? Whitney and Lisa reflect on the impact this book has had on their own body image, how they view the natural process of changing in their bodies, and what it means to "shift your focus" to ideas that change the world for the better. They discuss the distractions which sometimes help us avoid the negative body image moments, and the discomfort of shame that has to be confronted before we can overcome it. Healing body image is accessible to everyone, and in a world where we are constantly inundated with objectification, we can overcome the comparison with ideals and with each other when we share all of the "in-betweens" along the way.

Book Club: Alone Together E1 | Ch 1 & 2 - Toys That Talk Back May 19, 2023

Can robots make us love them, and is that love real? As Lisa and Carina Wytiaz dive into the first two chapters of Alone Together by Sherry Turkle, they explore their relationships to the tools and toys around us that seem to have a life of their own--from Furbies and Tamagotchis, to Siri and Alexa. Carina shares how her experience in the tech industry affects the way she views this kind of interaction. As electronics get more human-like, what does the way we treat them say about us? And how can we set boundaries and nurture meaningful relationships?

Book Club: Alone Together E2 | Ch 3 & 4 - Robot Companions May 26, 2023

As artificial intelligence becomes more and more effective, robots become capable of filling more and more of our desires— even our desire for human connection. Which caregiving tasks should be done by robots, and which should only be done by humans? Is a simulation of companionship better than nothing, or should we hold out for the real thing? As Lisa and Carrie Ann Rhodes discuss Chapter 3 and Chapter 4 of Sherry Turkle's book Alone Together, they dive into these ethical dilemmas and more.

Book Club: Alone Together E3 | Ch 5, 6 & 7 - What Robots Can't Do Jun 02, 2023

It's only human to search for new, innovative solutions to our basic needs. There's a gadget for everything—and it makes fries! But in a world that’s more lonely than ever, can new technology give us the happiness and connection we crave? How can robots provide us with a better quality of life, and how do they take away from it? Alexis and Chanté from Let's Talk Sis join Lisa to discuss the next chapters of Sherry Turkle’s book, Alone Together, and break down what we want the relationship between technology and humanity to look like in the long term.

Book Club: Alone Together E4 | Ch 8 & 9 - One Call Away Jun 09, 2023

When was the last time you thought to yourself, “I don’t want to be interrupted?” In our hyperconnected world, many of us find ourselves always “on call,” checking our phones rather than living in the moment. In this episode, Lisa and Ganel-Lyn Condie discuss how technology shapes our identities and the identities of our children. They also explore how to parent children of all ages in a world where people are expected to be connected 24/7. How can we allow our children the autonomy they need to flourish when we’re always one call or text away?

Book Club: Alone Together E5 | Ch 10 & 11 - No Need to Call Jun 16, 2023

As Lisa and her sister Gina James dive into the next two chapters of Sherry Turkle’s book Alone Together, they discuss how the way we communicate on our phones has changed over time, from calling to texting to Facetime and Snapchat. Lisa and Gina also discuss how we explore and construct our identities online. In a world where streamers make real money playing video games and influencers post about their personal lives, the lines between online life and real life have never been more blurry. How does online life overlap with real life— and where do we draw the line?

Book Club: Alone Together E6 | Ch 12 & 13 - Internet Confessions Jun 23, 2023

What is it about being human that gives us a need to post secrets online? Is there something deeper that we're hoping to get in return? In this episode, Lisa and Whitney Call discuss the next two chapters of Alone Together by Sherry Turkle. Whitney shares her experience with Post Secrets, and she and Lisa discuss the illusion of vulnerability that the internet provides.

Book Club: Alone Together E7 | Ch 14 & Conclusion - Using Technology Deliberately Jun 30, 2023

“I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately,” says Thoreau. But how do we live deliberately in the world of smartphones, robots, and the internet? In this final installment, Lisa and Kacy Faulconer discuss the conclusion of Sherry Turkle’s book Alone Together. Lisa and Kacy discuss digital manners, and Lisa shares how technology helped her late husband have a higher quality of life. What do we live for, and how can technology augment that rather than replace it?

Creativity Interview E1: Jake Van Wagoner and Enjoying the Creative Process Aug 04, 2023

Creativity can be incredibly fulfilling. So why is it so hard sometimes? Lisa Valentine Clark and Studio C showrunner and producer, Jake Van Wagoner, take a look at imposter syndrome and the importance of giving yourself permission to make bad art. They discuss how to enjoy the process rather than putting pressure on ourselves to create something great every time. Plus, Jake improvises a new theme song for The Lisa Show.

Creativity Interview E2: James Rees and Keeping the Channel Open Aug 11, 2023

How can we “keep the channel open” for inspiration? In this episode, Lisa Valentine Clark and professional artist James Rees discuss the spiritual side of art. James shares his best practices as an artist and an art teacher, and he and Lisa explore how we can keep ourselves open to transcendental experiences as we live creative lives.

Creativity Interview E3: Carrie Ann Rhodes and a Lifestyle of Creativity Aug 18, 2023

Lisa joins artist and designer Carrie Ann Rhodes to discuss living a creative life. Carrie Ann shares her experiences exploring new hobbies even when they don’t come naturally to her. They discuss how Carrie Ann incorporates creativity into her lifestyle as a mom, and the expectations that come with the label of being an “artist.”

Creativity Interview E4: Emilie Starr and Connection through Creativity Aug 25, 2023

Lisa joins TV host, artist, and arts advocate Emilie Starr to explore how creativity has brought them closer to their communities, their families, and a higher power. They discuss how motherhood is a creative endeavor and how the arts have helped them make intergenerational connections. Featuring a very special guest, baby Evelyn!

How do you know if you're a good parent? | The Council of Moms Sep 22, 2023

How do you know that you're doing a good enough job as a parent? And on the other hand, how do you avoid beating yourself up when it feels like you're not doing well enough? Host Lisa Valentine Clark talks with the Council of Moms--this week consisting of Marilyn Valentine, Elizabeth Palmer, and Kimberly Simmons--about mom guilt, comparison, self-love, finding a support system, and other listener-submitted topics.

Should I take my kids to therapy? | The Council of Moms Sep 29, 2023

It can be hard to tell the difference between just "having a hard time" and a diagnosable mental illness. Research shows that the mental health of kids and teenagers is at an all-time low, and the mental health of parents isn't faring much better. So how can we tell if it's time to take our kids, our ourselves, to see a mental health professional? Lisa talks with the Council, this week consisting of Kimberly Simmons, Emily Spencer, and Marilyn Valentine, about each of their experiences helping their kids improve their mental health, while also learning to navigate their own struggles. If you want to hear The Council of Moms answer your question, reach out to The Lisa Show on Facebook or Instagram, or email us at thelisashow@byu.edu

How do I make time for my kids AND myself? | The Council of Moms Oct 06, 2023

When you're taking care of kids, it can feel impossible to do everything that you want to do in a day. There's taking the kids to school, exercise, making meals, working, cleaning, shopping, picking up the kids, taking them to practice, helping them with homework, keeping up with friends, running a side-hustle, and THEN you're also supposed to somehow have your own hobbies and take time for self-care. There's just no way! In this episode of The Council of Moms, Lisa talks with Liz Palmer, Jennifer Johnson, and Suzanne Clark about how they keep all the right plates spinning at once. If you want the Council of Moms to answer your question, reach out to The Lisa Show on Instagram or Facebook.

Am I pushing my teenager too hard? | The Council of Moms Oct 13, 2023

With a teenager at home, it can always feel like you're doing something wrong as a parent. You're asking too many questions, you're enforcing too many rules, you aren't involved enough or offering the support that they need. It can be a particularly complicated stage of parenting. So how can we know when we should "helicopter" parent our kids and establish more boundaries, and when should we back off and let them make their own choices, mistakes and all? Lisa talks with Jennifer Johnson, Emily Spencer, and Colleen Harker in the episode of The Council of Moms to find out. If you want the Council of Moms to answer your question, reach out to The Lisa Show on Instagram or Facebook.

Am I too controlling of my adult kids? | The Council of Moms Oct 20, 2023

When kids grow up and leave the house, it can be so hard to know just how involved we should be in their lives. We don't want to be "helicopter parents" to grown adults, but we also don't want to completely give up on trying to protect them from harm and help them make good choices. So how can we as parents support our kids' mental, emotional, and physical health, while also letting them spread their wings and leave the nest? Lisa chats with fellow moms, Carrie Ann Rhodes, Jeanette Bennett, and Amy Hackworth about their experiences. If you want the Council of Moms to answer your question, reach out to The Lisa Show on Instagram or Facebook. Listen to all episodes at https://www.byuradio.org/the-lisa-show The Lisa Show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thelisashow/ The Lisa Show Listener Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theli... The Lisa Show is a semi-weekly show that aims to empathize with and empower women and parents who are struggling to navigate the complexities of modern life. Whether it's parenting difficult teenagers, managing mental health, improving intuitive living and wellness, progressing in careers, or figuring out how to do it all at once, Lisa is having conversations that will inspire and encourage those who are feeling left behind. #byuradio #thelisashow #together #podcast #parenting #wellness #mentalhealth #mentalillness #therapy #balance #community #selfcare #selflove #womenempowerment #byuradio #thelisashow #together #podcast

What if I'm tired of being a parent? | The Council of Moms Nov 03, 2023

A lot of parenting advice out in the world makes one key assumption: that you're an active and involved parent who has a drive to get better. But for many, if not all parents, there comes a time when burnout hits a climax and it can be easy to forget why you're trying so hard in the first place. So what do you do? Host Lisa Valentine Clark chats with fellow parents Suzanne Clark, Colleen Harker, and Carrie Ann Rhodes about their experiences and advice. If you want the Council of Moms to answer your question, reach out to The Lisa Show on Instagram or Facebook.

How can we teach our kids empathy and kindness? | The Council of Moms Nov 10, 2023

As parents, it seems like every year there's a new trend that becomes the absolute priority for parents. One year, it's cleanliness. The next, is early literacy. The next, it's formula, or not formula, or whatever the current conversations says? Who can keep up? In this episode of The Council of Moms, Jeanette Bennett, Brooke Hoopes, and Amy Hackworth join Lisa to discuss the things that they wish they'd prioritized with their kids--be it empathy, mental health, education, or what have you.

How can I keep my kids safe online? | The Council of Moms Nov 17, 2023

Every year it feels like there's a new kind of phone, a new social media app, or some new tech that our kids want to try. And as parents, it can feel impossible to keep up with. What is safe for them to use, and at what age? Is it even possible to protect them from the harmful influences on the internet? In this episode of The Council of Moms, Lisa talks with Gina James, Emilie Starr, and Julie Taylor about their experiences. If you want the Council of Moms to answer your question, reach out to The Lisa Show on Instagram or Facebook.

Lisa Recommends: Constant Wonder Nov 21, 2023

We’re putting the finishing touches on the last two episodes of our Caregiving series, and we want to make sure we’re telling those stories exactly the way they deserve to be told. So while we’re making our final edits, we wanted to share with you a special caregiving story from our sister podcast, Constant Wonder. Prem Jauhar was a world-class agricultural scientist—an inspiration to his son Sandeep, our guest, who became a cardiologist. When the elderly father Prem started behaving oddly, Sandeep and his two siblings grew frustrated and confused. It’s a classic family story of grown children struggling together to help a parent beset with Alzheimer’s. A beautiful father-son bond, established early on when young Sandeep would help Prem tend his beloved garden, manifests itself at the end of Prem’s life in tender exchanges between a now childlike father and a grieving son. Everyone will have something profound to gain from this episode of Constant Wonder. Guest: Sandeep Jauhar, MD, PhD, Director of the Heart Failure Program at Long Island Jewish Hospital; author of "My Father's Brain: Life in the Shadow of Alzheimer's"; contributing opinion writer for The New York Times

How do I react when someone says I'm a bad parent? | The Council of Moms Dec 08, 2023

Whether we hear about it or not, lots of parents are very judgmental of the way other people raise their kids. We're all trying our best, but that looks so different from family to family, and it can be so easy to fall into the trap of thinking everyone else is doing it wrong. So what do we do when someone criticizes the way we're parenting? And how can we be better at not doing that ourselves? Lisa chats with Brooke Hoopes, Emilie Campbell, and Gina James about their experiences and advice.

Council of Moms: Christmas Special 2023 Dec 22, 2023

In this holiday edition of the Council of Moms, Lisa sits down with Kacy Faulconer, Gina James, and Katie Craig about intentionally creating and maintaining holiday traditions. They discuss Christmas music, making memories, and family time.

Featuring: The Apple Seed with Sam Payne Jul 26, 2022

Lisa chats with Sam Payne about the show he hosts, BYU Radio's The Apple Seed, before we hear their recent episode, "The Shiny". Welcome to The Apple Seed! Some time filled with stories for you and your family. Since 2013 we’ve been bringing you tall tales, personal tales, fairy tales, historical tales and more. All kinds of tales, from all kinds of tellers. Some of our favorite stories are about people just like us. Ordinary individuals thrown into extraordinary circumstances. Sometimes, however, our heroes are very different than us; perhaps they are extremely silly, or greedy. Sometimes, they’re not even human at all. In today’s stories, we’ll get to hear about all kinds of animals; foolish ones and clever ones, brave ones and cowardly ones, cruel ones, and kind ones. On today’s episode, enjoy the following: “Piggy Wiggy” by Willy Claflin from Sleeping Beastly and Other Tales Radio Family Journal: "Mercedes Benz" by Sam Payne The Daily Mix: "10 Ways to Hear Snow" “The Shiny”: an original radio drama produced at BYU Radio “The Gypsy Wagon” by Dan Keding from The Gypsy Wagon and Other Neighborhood Tales

BONUS: Lisa's Most Embarrassing Parenting Moments Aug 30, 2022

Lisa is joined by longtime friend Kacy Faulconer to talk about their most embarrassing parenting moments--from the laugh-out-loud to the cringe-worthy.

BONUS: What Personality Type is Lisa? Sep 06, 2022

Lisa talks with friend and longtime friend of the show Carrie Ann Rhodes about their personality tests results--where they fall short and where they get it right.

BONUS: Talking Through Times of Transition Sep 13, 2022

When a child leaves home, we as parents are often left wondering what's left back at home. How do we define our identity as our lives shift and change beneath us? Lisa is joined by author, speaker, and friend of the show Ganel-Lyn Condie to talk about what it's like figuring out who you are during times of drastic transition.

BONUS: How To Find Your Identity as a Parent Sep 20, 2022

As a parent, it can be easy to lose yourself in midst of devoting so much of your time and energy to taking care of kids. It can be hard to remember what activities we are doing because we enjoy them, and which are we doing because we feel like we need to. In this special conversation, Lisa is joined by her sister Gina to discuss how they determine what they like to do and how they mold their lives around those things.

Self-Care Over Lunch: The Council of Moms Tackles Self-Care Guilt Sep 30, 2022

In this bonus conversation, Lisa talks with her friends Emily Taylor, Brandalee Bluth Streeter, and Wendy Mar about why the idea of "self-care" can be so frustrated, and what they can do to take it back.

Self-Care Over Lunch: When Something Has To Change Oct 07, 2022

Lisa is joined by friends Carrie Ann Rhodes and Vanessa Quigley to talk about how the way they take care of themselves has changed throughout their lives.

Self-Care Over Lunch: Making Good Nutrition Actually Enjoyable Oct 14, 2022

In this week's episode of "The Lisa Show: Over Lunch" Lisa has an in-depth conversation with award-winning health coach Katie Bressack about how we can change good nutrition from something that we dread dealing with into a fulfilling piece of a well-lived life.

Self-Care Over Lunch: The Reality of Creating the Life You Want Oct 21, 2022

In this extended conversation, Lisa talks with Lyfe Sculpt founder Treigh Christensen about what it really takes to create a life that is balanced and fulfilling, without disregarding the realities of what life requires from us.

Self-Care Over Lunch: Relationship Red Flags with Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife Oct 28, 2022

In this full-length conversation, Lisa talks with psychologist, sexual educator, and professional counselor Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife about which issues in a relationship are truly "red flags," and which ones are signs that a relationship has more room to grow and mature.

Self-Care Over Lunch: Being a Secret Introvert with Jake Van Wagoner Nov 04, 2022

In this edition of Self-Care Over Lunch, Lisa talks with her friend, film producer, actor, and Studio C showrunner Jake Van Wagoner about what it's like being an introvert when most people thing you're an extrovert.

Self-Care Over Lunch: The Best Way to Spend Your Money with Kyle Bigler Nov 11, 2022

In this extended conversation with financial advisor Kyle Bigler, Lisa and Kyle talk about how you can approach spending your money in a way that will bring more stability and fulfillment to your life.

Self-Care Over Lunch: Acupuncture & Hustle Culture with Ken and Katie Craig Nov 18, 2022

Ken and Katie Craig join Lisa for an upbeat conversation reminiscing over times when self-care went wrong, and some of their best pivots and lessons learned along the way.

Self-Care Over Lunch: Being Selfish About Our Mental Health with Dr. John Sovec Nov 25, 2022

Lisa talks with Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and longtime friend of The Lisa Show Dr. John Sovec about when we should be selfish about protecting our mental health, and how that selfishness can help us take care of people around us in the long run.

Self-Care Over Lunch: Talking to Your Family About Mental Health Dec 02, 2022

Lisa talks with the Council of Moms--Ganel-Lyn Condie, Rebecca Bingham, and Ashley Reeve--about how they approach talking to their kids about their mental health, even when their own mental health is struggling.

Self-Care Over Lunch: Where Do We Go From Here? Dec 09, 2022

Lisa sits down to talk with Lisa Show producers Becca Hurley and McKay Menden about what they've learned throughout the production of the Self-Care series. They talk about what they've changed, what's working, what isn't, and what they still need to improve.

BONUS: The Council of Moms Answers Your Questions (Part 1) Dec 13, 2022

In this special edition of The Lisa Show, Lisa is joined by actor, comedian, and parent Whitney Call to answer listener-submitted questions.

The Lisa Show Christmas Special Dec 20, 2022

Lisa sits down with her producers Becca and McKay to talk about their favorite holiday memories, smells, gifts, foods, and more.

The Lisa Show Holiday Special - Joy in Food with Carrie Ann Rhodes Dec 27, 2022

There's no time like the holidays for delicious, unique, and memorable food! And there's never a better time to ditch the guilt and reframe the way we think about the foods we love. Lisa sits down with lifestyle guru and long-time friend of the show, Carrie Ann Rhodes, for some secrets on finding healthy and happy approaches to food for ourselves and our families.

6 Tips for Better Celebrations | Brittany Watson Jepsen Oct 29, 2024

There is an art to celebrating, but it isn't about doing more. It's about doing it better. Brittany Watson Jepsen, founder and CEO of lifestyle and design company The House That Lars Built, shares 6 tips for improving our celebrations without additional work or stress.

Why Curiosity is the Key to a Better Life | Eva Witesman Oct 22, 2024

Eleanor Roosevelt believed the greatest gift we could give our children was curiosity. But why? Eva Witesman of the BYU Ballard Center for Social Impact discusses why curiosity is so powerful, including its impact on education, faith, and world peace. #curiosity #education #women #faith #worldpeace #peace #educatedwomen #womenempowerment

8 Easy Tips from Olympians for Boosting Resilience and Grit | Whittni Orton Morgan and Stephanie Rovetti Oct 15, 2024

How can we become individuals that have resilience and grit? 2024 Paris Olympic athletes Whittni Orton Morgan and Stephanie Rovetti share 8 tips for staying emotionally and mentally strong in the face of setbacks. #thelisashow #BYUradio #olympics2024 #paris2024 #athletics

How To Respond When You Find Pornography In Your Home | Steven Shields from Unashamed Unafraid Oct 08, 2024

You found something inappropriate on their phone. It could be pornography, or sexual messages, or something else that crosses the boundaries. What do you do now? What's the right way to have this conversation? Lisa and mental health counselor Steven Shields from Unashamed Unafraid dive into exactly how to respond to compulsive sexual behavior in your home, especially as a parent. In today's world, most kids will be exposed to pornography by the time they reach 13 years old, and nearly half will consume it on an ongoing basis. Gone are the days where parents can completely prevent or restrict their children's access—it's too pervasive. Fortunately, there are now more resources than ever to help families have healthy conversations that appropriately frame sexuality without shame. Steven offers specific language for loved ones starting the conversation with their significant other or child, as well as strategies to protect emotional and physical safety in the meantime. Whether the conversation is with a spouse or a child, it's possible to dispel adrenaline and shame ahead of time, so that family dialogues about sexual boundaries foster trust and healing. #thelisashow #BYUradio #unashamedunafraid #addictionrecovery #recovery

How To Overcome Sexual Addiction And Heal Betrayal Trauma | Steven Shields from Unashamed Unafraid Oct 01, 2024

What do you do when you or someone you love is struggling with compulsive sexual behavior or addiction? Steven Shields, mental health counselor and founder of the Unashamed, Unafraid podcast and nonprofit, joins Lisa for a conversation about recovery, outlining seven critical aspects of the healing process. They discuss the the most common pitfalls that keep people from healing and recovering, including the "try harder" fallacy, and outdated labels and language. Whether the issue at hand is pornography use, affairs and infidelity, or betrayal trauma, anyone can heal. Steven and Lisa discuss strategies for forming safe communities that foster honesty and recovery, especially in church environments. #thelisashow #BYUradio #unashamedunafraid #addictionrecovery #recovery

ADHD Strategies for More Hope and Less Shame | Becca Hurley Luong Sep 24, 2024

ADHD is a common diagnosis, but the shame that can accompany the disorder often goes undiscussed. In this episode, Lisa speaks with Becca Hurley Luong about her diagnosis with ADHD as an adult, her journey in coming to terms with the disorder, and some of her best strategies for finding traction and hope in the face of ADHD. #thelisashow #BYUradio #adhd #adhdawareness #adhdwomen #adhdproblems #adhdproductivity

How to Regulate Mom Anxiety and Kids' Big Emotions | Whitney Call Sep 17, 2024

When's the last time you felt completely overwhelmed as a parent? Or looked at the child in front of you having a meltdown and felt your own meltdown coming on? And to be clear, we're not just talking about toddler tantrums. At any age and every stage, kids' big emotions can be difficult to deal with, especially when you're trying to regulate both for them and for yourself. How do you deal with the anger, frustration, overwhelm, fatigue, overstimulation and overall sensory overload? Comedian, writer, and filmmaker Whitney Call offers the parenting lessons and techniques that have allowed her to be the first line of defense for her children's big emotions, while sustainably regulating her own. She and Lisa talk mom anxiety, decoding the way kids communicate, and what self-compassion looks like as a parent. #thelisashow #BYUradio #parenting #emotions

Tiny Kindness and Giving People Their Flowers Now | Rachel Hunt Sep 10, 2024

Have you ever been on the receiving end of a tiny act of kindness? A text, a call, a meal, an unexpected visit, a remark from a stranger, or a small gesture from someone who couldn't have known just how much you needed it? Rachel Hunt, founder of tinykindness.org, explains how looking for these moments of tiny kindness impacted her life as she grappled with intense grief, isolation, and depression. She and Lisa break down collective memory and the Baader–Meinhof phenomenon while sharing stories of tiny kindness from around the world. #thelisashow #BYUradio #tinykindness #bekind

3 Tips for Finding Passion and New Purpose | Jenedy Paige Sep 03, 2024

Jenedy Paige, award-winning artist and American Ninja Warrior, is known for excelling at her passions. But those passions are the result of years of trial and error, failure and success, and inspiration and determination. Jenedy talks with Lisa about her own journey in pursuing art and ninja while sharing three ideas on how all of us can find more passion and purpose in our own lives. #thelisashow #BYUradio #americannijawarrior #ninja #art #artninja

Complete Happiness and Toxic Positivity | Hank Smith Aug 27, 2024

If being happy was as simple as making a few low-effort changes in your daily routine--like the way you organize your calendar, or how you use your free time, would you do it? Author, professor, and speaker Hank Smith breaks down habits that create lasting happiness and joy, as well the three levels of happiness, and some misconceptions that can get in the way of finding happiness. Lisa and Hank discuss modern psychology and how to push past toxic positivity to real, lasting mindset shifts that stick. Dr. Henry “Hank” Smith grew up the son of a golf professional in St. George, Utah. After earning a Master’s Degree from Utah State, Hank completed a Ph.D. at BYU, where he is now an Associate Professor in the Religion Department. His weekly podcast Follow Him is enjoyed by millions across the globe. The greatest part of his life is his wife Sara and their 5 children. #thelisashow #BYUradio #toxicpositivity #happiness

How To Connect With Family and Friends of Different Faiths | Steven Kapp Perry Aug 20, 2024

Talking about religion can often be uncomfortable and even divisive. But it doesn't have to be. Steven Kapp Perry, host of "In Good Faith," shares several ideas on how we can make in-roads with strangers, friends, and even family members whose religious beliefs differ from our own. #thelisashow #BYUradio #ingoodfaith #InterfaithFriendship #UnityInDiversity #FaithAndLove #FaithsUnited #EmbraceDiversity #religiouspodcast #podcast #faith #peace #coexist #belief #believers

Ceramic Artichokes and How to Decorate Authentically | Carrie Ann Rhodes Aug 13, 2024

With so many design influencers and websites out there, how do you know what your decorating style should be? Designer Carrie Ann Rhodes shares 3 tips to help you develop your own personal style.

8 Doctor's Tips for a Healthier Life | Dr. Chris Valentine Aug 06, 2024

Living healthier often feels overwhelming and complicated, but it doesn't have to be. There are some simple ways to improve your health, and some of them may surprise you. Guest Dr. Chris Valentine joins Lisa in the studio and shares 8 simple tips on how to get better health outcomes--both in and out of the doctor's office. #thelisashow #BYUradio #health #gettinginshape #betterhealth #livehealthier #healthfood #doctorvisits #healthyeating #healthyliving #walkafterdinner

Love at a 10 and Protect Your Peace | Hailey Smith Jul 30, 2024

Chaos is inevitable. Tires go flat, in-laws show up unannounced, and kids grow up unbelievably fast. What does inner peace even look like when life never slows down? Hailey Smith joins Lisa for a conversation about self-love, examining expectations, and implementing practices that promote real peace. Hailey Smith attended Brigham Young University and received a BFA in Acting. She is a professional actress, improviser and producer, and has appeared in numerous stage, film, and TV productions. She co-founded the musical theater improv troupe The Thrillionaires and starred in all three seasons of BYUtv’s musical improv show “Show Offs.” She co-produced and acted in the films “Once I Was a Beehive” and “Once I Was Engaged.” She also appeared in “Aliens Abducted My Parents and Now I Feel Kinda Left Out,” which premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival. Hailey has two adult children and two teens and lives in Colorado with her husband, kids and dog. Steven Kapp Perry is the host of "In Good Faith" where he talks with believers from all walks of faith—Catholic and Episcopalian, Buddhist and Baptist, Jewish and Hindu, Presbyterian and Seventh Day Adventist, Muslim and Latter-day Saint— sharing their personal experience with the sacred and the divine.

3 Easy Ways to Connect with Teens | Kirby Heyborne Jul 23, 2024

Interactions with teens are often filled with one-word answers, resistance, and even frustration. But there are some simple ways that we can foster trust and connect with the teens in our life. Guest Kirby Heyborne joins Lisa in the studio and shares some tips he calls "the 3 L's" for working with youth. #thelisashow #workingwithteens #parentingteens #BYUradio #teenlifeskills #momlife #youthempowerment #youthministry #youthleadership

The Ripple Effect of Service - Doing Good Better, Part 8 Jun 18, 2024

Service creates ripples in the world that extend further than we may realize. And sometimes, those ripples may even come back to bless us. In today's episode, Lisa explores the the ripple effect service can have with some incredible stories about the impact one person's efforts can have on others down the line.

Raising Kids That Make a Difference in the World - Doing Good Better, Part 7 Jun 11, 2024

How do we get our kids involved in service and social impact? In this episode of Doing Good Better, Ken Larsen, Bethany Brady Spalding, Jill Piacitelli, and Nathan Holley talk about how to capitalize on your kids' interests, how to create a family culture of service, and how to teach kids the importance of not only giving but receiving. #TheLisaShow #doinggood #momlife #podcast #socialimpact #benefitsofservice #servingothers #servicewithkids #raisingkindkids #raisingkindhumans

How Helping Others Helps You - Doing Good Better, Part 6 Jun 04, 2024

There are distinct physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual benefits that come from serving others. And while we don't usually weigh the perks of being selfless, it's important to know that helping others is just as good for you as it can be for those you serve. In this episode of The Lisa Show, Dr. Steven Trzeciak presents a surprising biological benefit for serving others. Dale Hull of Neuroworx and Ken Larson talk about how serving others helped them to see their pasts in a new way. And BYU philosophy professor, Ryan Davis, explains why helping others doesn't have to be hard or uncomfortable to count. #TheLisaShow #doinggood #moms #podcast #socialimpact #benefitsofservice #servingothers

How to Avoid Burning Out - Doing Good Better, Part 5 May 28, 2024

Studies show that we have nine empathy opportunities every day, but sometimes our empathy tanks feel empty. Burnout is real. Dr. Stephen Trzeciak, Chief of Medicine at Cooper University Health Care, has studied the effect of burnout and has coined the term "compassionomics." In this episode, Lisa speaks with Dr. Trzeciak about the science of compassionomics,. She also talks with Josh Robinson of the Food and Care Coaltion and Teresa Helm of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation in exploring some simple solutions that can help us be the compassionate, resilient people we want to be. Dr. Stephen Trzeciak is the Edward D. Viner Endowed Chief of Medicine at Cooper University Health Care. Josh Robinson is the operations manager at Food and Care Coaltion. Teresa Helm is the Survivor Services Coordinator at NCOSE, the National Center on Sexual Exploitation. If you or anyone you know is struggling with sexual exploitation, please call 202-393-7245 to get in contact with NCOSE.

How to Vet Charities - Doing Good Better, Part 4 May 21, 2024

You made the donation, but where is it really going? Is it feeding starving children or furnishing a CEO's vacation home? Lisa talks with Aaron Miller and Jill Piacitelli from the Ballard Center and Chris Yadon from Saprea about what to look for in a charity, and how to know if that charity really makes a difference. #thelisashow #lisavalentineclark #vettingcharities #ballardcenter #saprea #charitablegiving #charitabledonations

How To Know What Actually Helps - Doing Good Better, Part 3 May 14, 2024

In trying to fix the cholera and dysentery epidemics in Bangladesh in the 1970s, the country dug 10 million wells—only to discover that most of those wells were producing arsenic-laced water. Social problems can be complex, and we don’t want to make them worse. Jill Piacitelli from the Ballard Center tells us that “killing our darlings” is an important step to helping. Brent Crane from the Food and Care Coalition shares a story about the power of collaboration. And Tawna Fowler and Brett Caywood from Rising Star Outreach show us how to put our mission above our egos to do what actually helps.

The 6 Types of Helpers - Doing Good Better, Part 2 May 07, 2024

75 years ago, parents faced a deadly threat to their children which, today, most people never have to think about. Lisa and Aaron Miller dive behind the scenes of the March of Dimes, an effort fueled by ordinary people who collectively changed the world and saved millions of lives. Bethany Brady Spalding shares the movement in her community that stemmed from a conversation with her kindergartener about candy. Lisa identifies six different types of helpers (because who doesn't love a personality test) and ordinary people making an extraordinary impact in the world around them.

Replacing Guilt with Hope - Doing Good Better, Part 1 Apr 30, 2024

Have you ever avoided eye contact with someone holding a cardboard sign? Or felt a twinge as you skipped a YouTube ad asking for charitable donations? Help is needed everywhere, and good people want to help. But those good intentions can quickly turn to paralysis, overwhelm, and a lingering sense of shame for not "doing more." Meanwhile, experts in helping (that's a real thing!) know that making the world a better place isn't compatible with shame. Lisa tours The Other Side Academy to learn how a few individuals regularly beat the odds and make an extraordinary impact in their community. Aaron Miller from the Ballard Center for Social Impact shares how falling in love with a problem holds the key to transforming that old, familiar, paralyzing guilt into hope, and how anyone can empower themselves to make a difference in the world by making a switch: from doomscrolling to doing good better.

Empowerment After Disability - Starting Over, Part 10 Mar 26, 2024

Lisa sits down with Scott Martin, who shares his journey redefining himself and finding purpose after a dramatic illness reduced his mobility and upended his life. They discuss the courage to start over, what resilience looks like, and how to learn from various kinds of new beginnings in life.

Putting Down Roots in a New Place - Starting Over, Part 9 Mar 19, 2024

Join Lisa for a candid conversation about sacrifice, gratitude, and reshaping family visions when life's path takes unexpected turns. Our special guests Sanjay and Rahul from the Area 51 podcast share a laughter-filled perspective on navigating the challenges of immigration.

Blending Families - Starting Over, Part 8 Mar 12, 2024

Entering a marriage with kids on one or both sides can be a scary and difficult thing. How does one go about it anyway? Turns out a little bit of support, communication, and understanding can go a long way. In this episode Brittney Phillips shares her story of how she blended her family following her marriage, and all the pains, complexities, and joys that came with it.

Death of a Loved One - Starting Over, Part 7 Mar 05, 2024

After a devastating loss, starting over might be the last thing we want to do. What does it even mean to “start over” after the death of a loved one? When Dr. Sonya Coley Pitchford lost her 34-year-old daughter, Tanieka, to a sudden heart attack, her whole life changed. In this episode, Dr. Pitchford shares how she managed to keep going and eventually find hope after a crushing loss.

Financial Loss - Starting Over, Part 6 Feb 27, 2024

In the midst of the 2008 housing crisis, KariAnn Parker and her husband made the hard decision to look their financial situation in the face. This decision kicked off a years-long process of evaluating their priorities and making hard choices as a family. KariAnn Parker joins Lisa for a conversation about sacrifice, gratitude, and redefining your vision for your family when things don’t go according to plan.

Infertility and Unwanted Childlessness - Starting Over, Part 5 Feb 20, 2024

For many women, there is no version of starting over more difficult and overwhelming than unexpected childlessness. Many plan on being parents, and even base their identity around that plan. So when unforeseen circumstances make having children impossible, they have to start over--not just with their life plans, but with how they see themselves. In this episode of the Lisa Show's series on Starting Over, Lisa talks with Sarah Roberts about her journey.

Going Back to School - Starting Over, Part 4 Feb 13, 2024

For many full-time parents, starting a family may have cut short plans to finish a degree or pursue the career we'd always thought about. Or maybe, we realize decades later that the career we chose isn't what we want to do anymore. Whatever the reason, going back to school later in life can be intimidating, unknown, and downright expensive. So what does starting over look like as a non-conventional student? In this episode of The Lisa Show' series on Starting Over, Lisa talks with Morag Kawasaki about her story of pursuing her lifelong dream of becoming a teacher.

Rebuilding After Divorce - Starting Over, Part 3 Feb 06, 2024

When Ashlynn Mitchell’s husband came to her and said he wanted a divorce, her whole life turned upside down. Suddenly her goals, dreams, and hopes for the future changed, and she didn’t know if she could go on alone. Ashlynn shares how reevaluating her life goals, rebuilding trust in herself, and nourishing self-love helped her along on her long journey of reconnecting with herself after divorce.

Addiction Recovery - Starting Over, Part 2 Jan 30, 2024

In November 2008, Lara Love Hardin was arrested in her suburban home. Her habit of pretending to have a perfect life had led to an opioid addiction, which had imploded her life completely. Now, she’s a bestselling author who has worked with Oprah and the Dalai Lama—and most importantly, she no longer has to pretend. In this episode, Lara shares her story of starting over after drug addiction.

Looking for Love - Starting Over, Part 1 Jan 23, 2024

Whether we like it or not, almost all of us will find ourselves in the position of wanting to start looking for love at some point in our lives. Maybe it's after a summer fling as teenagers, or maybe it's after the end of a decades-long marriage. For Shannon Jenkins, host of the Starting Over podcast, it was after deciding to leave a toxic marriage with her young son. In this first episode of The Lisa Show's new series on Starting Over, Lisa talks to Shannon about how so much of starting over for her was less about finding a new romantic partner, and more about figuring out how she felt about herself.

How Caregiving Changes Faith - Caregiving, Part 10 Dec 05, 2023

In the last episode of The Lisa Show’s caregiving series, Lisa explores a topic inseparable from caregiving: spirituality. How does caregiving change relationships with God? How can we reconcile faith in a loving God with the suffering of our loved ones? Lisa talks with Sheila Welch, Kara Ryska, David Schenck, Aisha Adkins, and Jillian Benfield about how caregiving can reveal miracles and change our vision.

Community Action - Caregiving, Part 9 Nov 28, 2023

Lisa is joined by Jillian Benfield and Usha Tewari in a conversation about how to find community, how to build community, and how to leverage the strength of a community to make life better for all caregivers. Featuring Billie Short, Elizabeth Miller, and Shana Jones.

Advocating for Yourself and Navigating the "System" - Caregiving, Part 8 Nov 14, 2023

Any caregiver will tell you that maybe one of the harshest realities of taking care of another person is just how much time you spend dealing with the "system"--meaning meeting with doctors, making calls to insurance providers, emailing pharmacies, working with government programs, and handling all of the logistical pieces necessary to support someone who needs it. It can become a full-time job in and of itself, and at times that "system" can feel cold and uncaring towards the people it's ostensibly supposed to be helping. So what can we do to better navigate the logistical side of caregiving? Lisa talks with life coach Lauren Lowery, author Jillian Benfield, and director of Development for Remedy Alpine Amy Bushatz--all caregivers themselves--about how we can better advocate for ourselves during difficult conversations.

Preparing for the End - Caregiving, Part 7 Nov 07, 2023

Many caregivers feel the approach of inevitable change to their role, and an "end" to the way life looks and feels right now. Lisa is joined by Emilie Campbell, Richard Lui, Barbara Karnes, Elizabeth Miller, and John Sovec to explore the nuances of transitioning to the "after" stage of caregiving, whether that looks like empty nesting, transitioning to residential care, or becoming a "Godspeed Caregiver" following the death of a loved one receiving hospice care.

Maintaining Relationships while Caregiving - Caregiving, Part 6 Oct 31, 2023

When you're spending all of your time taking care of another person, it feels like everything else in your life comes second to the needs of that person. Family, friends, jobs, everything can take a backseat when you're in the trenches of being a caregiver. But when caregiving stretches from weeks to months to years, life without those other relationships can become much more difficult and unfulfilling. So how can we, as committed and overwhelmed caregivers, maintain the other relationships in our lives? How do we keep up with old friends, stay up to date with extended family, or even maintain a healthy marriage? In this installment of The Lisa Show's series on Caregiving, Lisa talks with caregivers Carlos Olivas, Kara Ryska, Richard Lui, Jeremy Jorgason, and Rach Wilson about they're experiences and advice that they have for other caregivers.

Caregiver Burnout - Caregiving, Part 5 Oct 17, 2023

You wake up at 4 a.m. freezing cold, trembling, and with a feeling of despair. What's happening here? Caregiver burnout can look different for everyone, ranging from quiet chronic fatigue, to drastic health declines, as the physical, mental and emotional toll of caregiving reaches critical mass. In this episode, three caregivers (Mishka Sibert, Susanne White, and Rach Wilson) share their unique experiences of burnout while caring for a sibling, parents, or children, as well as how they coped and recovered their wellbeing. Lisa explores their journeys with glass child syndrome, nominal aphasia, nervous system dysregulation, and the intense exhaustion that so often accompanies a the caregiving role. Teepa Snow shares the signs that a caregiver is experiencing burnout, and how to identify these red flags even when burnout can look so different from one person to another.

Doing More Than Saying "Let me know how I can help!" - Caregiving, Part 4 Oct 10, 2023

It's a phrase that is all too familiar to every caregiver. Some well-meaning person, in an attempt to show their support, will say, "Let me know what I can for you!" While on the surface it may seem like a helpful thing to say, for the caregiver, this phrase is often just a superficial act that only serves to increase the amount of stress on their already-full plate. So what SHOULD someone do when they want to support the overwhelmed caregiver in their life? In this episode of The Lisa Show's episode on caregiving, Lisa talks with caregivers in several walks of life, as well as experts David Schenk and Suzanne Degges-White, to figure out the best ways to offer relief.

Loneliness and Isolation - Caregiving, Part 3 Oct 03, 2023

Have you ever been surrounded by people, and still felt profoundly alone? Lisa talks with Dr. Julianne Jolt-Lunstad and Dr. Suzanne Degges-White about the impact of loneliness on caregivers with experts, and the root causes of this intense experience. Emilie Campbell shares her experience as a special mom to 16-year old Connor, and how she copes with the long-term emotional marathon of aloneness in caregiving.

Perfectionism in Caregiving - Caregiving, Part 2 Sep 26, 2023

When it comes to caregiving, why do we think we have to do everything and do it all perfectly? How can we have more compassion for ourselves? Lisa talks to caregivers and caregiving experts about perfectionism, self-talk, and the importance of loving ourselves even--and especially--when we feel like our best isn’t good enough.

Everyone Has a Stake in the Caregiving Conversation - Caregiving, Part 1 Sep 19, 2023

Nearly all of us will eventually become a caregiver or a recipient of care—so how can we prepare now? Lisa Valentine Clark kicks off this season by exploring the need for more conversation about caregiving. Dr. Lance Erickson explains how social expectations, age, and gender influence who ends up in caregiving roles. Dr. Natali Edmonds of Dementia Careblazers shares how talking about caregiving beforehand helped her prepare for her own caregiving experience, and Jeremy Jorgason discusses lesser known ways that caregiving can become more intense than anyone expects. Caregiving is overwhelming, wonderful, painful, beautiful, and poignant—and it’s better when we face it together.

Your Brain On Creativity - Creativity, Part 5 Aug 29, 2023

In the last episode of the Creativity series, Lisa explores how creativity changes us from the inside out. With the help of researchers Joshua Katz, Jack Goncalo, and Lynne Vincent, Lisa looks at how creativity can change our perception of real life—and why that can be a good thing. She examines the relationship between selflessness and creativity, the way being creative can help us process and heal in profound ways, and the unparalleled power of creativity to restore human agency.

Finding Your Creative Identity - Creativity, Part 4 Aug 22, 2023

Most of us can’t quit our day jobs to be creative full-time, but that doesn’t mean we can’t live creative lives. In fact, in the words of professional artist Andrea Hardeman, any time you’re showing up as your authentic self, you’re being creative. In this episode of The Lisa Show, Lisa joins forces with Andrea, creativity researcher Jack Goncalo and the Council of Moms (Lauren Johnston and Kimberly Beatty) to explore the relationship between authenticity and creativity, the importance of dissent and self-expression, and how to find your creative identity.

Silencing Your Inner Critic and Finding Flow - Creativity, Part 3 Aug 15, 2023

There are so many reasons to create. But sometimes it seems like there are just as many reasons to put it off, edit your efforts to death, or just give up altogether. What's the relationship between our inner critic, and creative block? How can we push past that to unlock the flow state? Lisa is joined by her brother, James Valentine, and the Shenanigans--Lauren Johnston, Kimberly Beatty, Katie Craig, and Jasmine Jackman, to break down sustainable creative habits and the best ways to silence that little voice standing between us and our creative potential.

Finding Connection and Community - Creativity, Part 2 Aug 08, 2023

People will often talk about creative pursuits as a way to make friends--maybe you'll meet people at a pottery class, or you'll find people who are interested in the same music as you. But what we don't often discuss is how creativity connects us not only to the people around us, but also to ourselves! In the episode of The Lisa Show's series on creativity, Lisa talks with friends and experts to find out how being creative can help us understand ourselves, the people around us, and our place in the universe. No small task!

You're More Creative Than You Think - Creativity, Part 1 Aug 01, 2023

Are you a creative person? Everyone answers this question differently. Whether you feel too busy to participate in your old hobbies, or you think there's "not a single creative bone in your body”, there's no limit to the obstacles keeping us from exploring our creative sides. But as it turns out, there's a science to the way we define our creative potential--and knowing the odds makes it easier to beat them. Lisa chats with Drs. Lynne Vincent and Jack Goncalo, as well as James Valentine, about what makes a person creative or not--and how to overcome some of the biggest misconceptions standing between us and our most creative selves.

Building Community - Your Life Online, Part 7 Jun 27, 2023

We live in a time of unprecedented loneliness. Even in the luckiest of circumstances, when we're surrounded by supportive friends and family, we might be feeling crushing loneliness in one facet of our lives or another. Maybe you have a chronic illness that no one seems to understand. Or maybe it feels like you're the only one that's struggling to raise a troublesome toddler. Whatever the circumstances, there's a community out there that can help. In this final installment of The Lisa Show's series on Your Life Online, Lisa talks to friends and experts to learn how we can use the internet tools at our disposal to feel a little less isolated and alone.

Am I Addicted to My Phone? - Your Life Online, Part 6 Jun 20, 2023

So many of us wonder if we're on our phones too much. It's easy to turn to social media or other online spaces to numb feelings of anxiety, depression or loneliness, even if we know that it can impact our mental health in the long term. How do we break this cycle? In this episode, Lisa talks with our very own producer Becca Hurley about her experiences with technology addiction. Lisa and the Council of Moms (Ashlynn Allen and Angie King) discuss how to put our phones down and be present with our families, and licensed therapist Dr. John Sovec shares advice on how to become more mindful of our technology use, and create the space for intentional choices that keep us in control.

Improving Media Literacy - Your Life Online, Part 5 Jun 13, 2023

Do you remember the last time you read a headline or a post online, and later found out it wasn’t true? How did you feel? How did it change the way you see the world? The internet is filled with people sharing information, whether they’re journalists breaking a big story, or influencers talking about their favorite skincare products, or even just family members talking about things that interest them. And no matter what your personal beliefs are, it can be hard to always spot incorrect or completely false information when it comes up. So what can we do? And what difference can media literacy make in our lives? Lisa talks to cybersecurity expert Amanda Hughes, media literacy professor Julia Smith, as well as her producer McKay to find out.

Teaching Kids to be Intentional Online - Your Life Online, Part 4 Jun 06, 2023

Kids love technology, and it can be a lot of pressure on parents to decide how much access is appropriate for each kid. How can we know if we're setting healthy boundaries with our kids regarding technology? How much screen time is too much? In this episode, Lisa joins forces with Brooke Romney, Trent Ray, and The Council of Moms (Aimee Hopkin and Kacy Faulconer) to find out. There are more resources available than ever to educate parents on helping kids use tech in a healthy way. Although every parent has a different strategy to managing screens in their home, finding an individualized approach based on the needs of your family (and supporting other parents in their tailored approaches) can be the key in healthy relationships to technology for the whole family.

Staying Safe on the Internet - Your Life Online, Part 3 May 30, 2023

When you think about your kids using the internet, what do you think about? Is it the many uplifting and educational opportunities that exist online? Or is the first thing that comes to mine one of the many dangerous and threatening corners of the internet that you hope your kids never find? As parents and internet-users in general, safety is always a concern. We don't want to slip up and give sensitive information to a scammer or stalker. But what about our emotional safety? How can we protect our mental health while also protecting our passwords? In this episode of The Lisa Show's series on Your Life Online Lisa talks to Ricardo Rosas, data privacy expert Trent Ray, and mental health education Natasha Devon to find out.

Finding Your Voice on Different Platforms -Your Life Online, Part 2 May 23, 2023

Most of us are on more than one social media platform. Whether it's Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter etc., each one has its own vibe and culture. So what does it say about us when what we share is molded by these unique spaces? Lisa assembles a Council of Moms with a wide range of comfort levels online, and they discuss the variety in social media and how to make it work for you. Lisa's friend Aimee gives some poignant advice on dating apps, and keeping yourself emotionally safe when using media that incentivizes you to pretend. Lisa shares her experience as a young mom in England, and how to cope when it feels like you're the only uncomfortable person in the room (or chatroom).

The Myth of Authenticity - Your Life Online, Part 1 May 16, 2023

Do you feel like the way you represent yourself online is the "real" you? Is it even possible to be completely "authentic" on social media? In this first episode in The Lisa Show's series about life online, Lisa dives into the idea of being "authentic." What does it mean? Why do we feel so much pressure to figure it out? And is it even worth trying? She talks to author and legendary blogger Gabrielle Blair, social media expert Dr. Anna Akbari, and the Council of Moms (Kacy Faulconer and Aimee Hopkin) in order to find out.

Making Changes that Stick - Body Image, Part 12 Apr 11, 2023

Okay. So maybe you've watched an inspiring movie. Or you read a great self-help book. Or maybe you listened to a life-changing podcast series about body image. And now you're all fired up to make changes, to live more healthily, and to be kinder to yourself. And then it's happily ever after, right? We all know it's not that easy. Even the person with the best body image in the world will run into hard days, when being healthy physically and emotionally isn't as easy as it used to be. So how can we improve our body image for good? And what does long-term self-love actually look like? In this final installment of the Lisa Show's Body Image series, Lisa talks with the Council of Moms (consisting this week of Gina James and Emily Campbell), former professional dancer Jess Spinner, professional model and actor Gabe Hansen, and body image expert Connie Sobczak, to find answers.

How Social Media Affects Body Image - Body Image, Part 11 Apr 04, 2023

Most of us have figured out the first part on our own—social media has a way of making us feel worse about ourselves. But new research on the effects of social media on body image introduce a twist: we have a lot more power than we think. Despite the negative impacts of idealized images and relentless confidence-sapping messaging, social media also has the potential to be a powerful tool for good, if we apply some careful strategy to the way we use it. Lisa gathers family and friends in the Council of Moms with Gina James and Emilie Campbell, to get firsthand perspectives of social media changing the way we relate to our bodies. Body image researcher Dr. Jessica Alleva joins the conversation with fascinating results from studies which tested the ability for body image to improve, and the way social media fits into that equation. Social media guru Alison Faulkner shares her dramatic experience with body image and traumatic injury, how the demands of social media shaped her body image, and how she took back the reigns in order to heal, and share that healing with others.

Talking To Your Partner About Their Body - Body Image, Part 10 Mar 28, 2023

In most of our relationships, when it comes to bodies the best idea is just to not worry about things that don't pertain to us. It's their body, their health, and it's not our place to judge. But with our romantic partner, there's no escaping how our bodies play a role in the relationship. We're there for the highs and lows, the good body image days and the bad, and we all want to feel loved, desired, confident, and safe. So how do we build our romantic connection on a foundation of healthy body image? In this installment of The Lisa Show's series on Body Image, Lisa talks to the Council of Moms (consisting this week of Katie Craig, Natalie Madsen, and Suzanne Clark) and eating disorder specialist Signe Darpinian to find the best advice. National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Office on Women's Health - Relationship Safety Guidelines: https://www.womenshealth.gov/relationships-and-safety Psychology Today - Find a Therapist: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists

Loving Every Change - Body Image, Part 9 Mar 21, 2023

What would you do if your boss called you into their office for some feedback... because you revealed your age? Lisa shares her experience of the weird mixed messaging that so many of us experience when it comes to change and getting older. A special intergenerational Council of Moms reflects on different transitions that have impacted their body image, and how they learned to overcome personal and societal expectations for how their bodies would look or feel through pregnancy, perimenopause, menopause and all the other little transitions in between. They discuss moving past "turning back the clock" and on to loving bodies that were always meant to change.

Finding the Right Reasons to Exercise - Body Image, Part 8 Mar 14, 2023

How often do you go out and exercise not because you feel like you have to, or because you feel guilty that it's been too long, but because is was fun? It seems like in our busy lives often the only thing that can get us off of the couch and moving our bodies is the body shame we feel about not doing as much as we should be. But who is determining what exercise "should" look like in our lives? And is that expectation even a healthy one? In this episode of The Lisa Show's series on Body Image, Lisa talks with personal trainer Matt Peale, mental health expert John Sovec, and this week's Council of Moms (Whitney Call, Emily Spencer, and Josephine Bills) to figure out where we went wrong when it comes to exercise and how we can make things right.

Reclaiming Food and Nutrition - Body Image, Part 7 Mar 07, 2023

How do you know what to eat? Trying to find good information is harder than ever, especially in a diet culture-saturated world that insists "you are what you eat", distorts the idea of health, and encourages toxic relationships with food. Finding peace with the fuel which powers us is critical to enjoying a rich life and loving our bodies. Lisa assembles intuitive eating coach Saskia Carr, food scientist Michelle Menden, and the Council of Moms for a conversation about managing food and nutrition for ourselves and our kids. They discuss food rules, counteracting diet culture in their homes, and how they overcome the food anxiety, comparison, and perfectionism that so often comes to the table.

Understanding Obesity and Being "Healthy" - Body Image, Part 6 Feb 28, 2023

Whenever "body positivity" is mentioned, many people have a gut reaction of, "But we don't want to glorify obesity--that would be unhealthy!" It seems like many people see quote-unquote "healthy" living as something that can't coexist with loving your body at any size. On the other hand, many people are advocating for greater body love wherever body conversations are happening: in advertising, in movies, at the dinner table, and even at the doctor's office. So where is the disconnect? And how can we live our healthiest lives now, physically and emotionally, while working towards whatever goals we're shooting for? In this episode of The Lisa Show's series on Body Image, Lisa seeks to better understand what the term, "obesity" actually means, both medically and practically in the lives of those experiencing it. She talks to body image coach Amanda Martinez Beck and obesity specialist Dr. Katherine H. Saunders to hear their personal stories as well as to learn what "healthy" should really mean for each of us, and how we can all do better to help both ourselves and the people around us find the emotional and physical joy that we deserve.

Community, Representation, and Decolonizing Beauty - Body Image, Part 5 Feb 21, 2023

What role does a community play in making a safe space for all bodies? How do Eurocentric beauty standards affect us individually and collectively? Lisa sits down with Bryson Alejandro and Rachel Ostler, who share their own journeys of body love as people of color and as advocates for better media representation. Dr. Gigi Awad shares some of the psychology behind body image, the impact of idealized images on our brains, and how we can be a little more aware of stigmas that we may not even know we have, so that we can make our environment--onscreen and off--better for everyone.

Talking to Kids About Their Bodies - Body Image, Part 4 Feb 14, 2023

Despite their best efforts, even the most motivated parents will often find themselves in a situation where they feel lost and unprepared. And this might never be more true than when it comes to talking to our kids about their bodies. It can feel like a minefield of potential lifelong trauma-- how can we possibly know what the right thing is to say? In this episode of The Lisa Show's series on Body Image, Lisa talks to the Council of Moms (this week consisting of Julie Taylor and Tamalin Christen), body image coach Amanda Martinez Beck, and mental health expert Dr. Gail Saltz to find out how what we can do to set our kids up for success when it comes to the way they see their bodies.

Identifying and Healing Disordered Eating - Body Image, Part 3 Feb 07, 2023

How do I know if my relationship with food is "healthy"? Lisa explores eating disorders, including anorexia, bulimia, and OSFED (Other Specified Feeding or Eating Disorders) and their impact. Racquel shares her experience with an eating disorder, and the journey that brought her to recovery and self-love with the help of mental health professionals and dieticians. Amy Harman LMFT, CEDS-S gives insight on the ways society has normalized disordered thinking and eating, and how we can recognize counterproductive attitudes toward food in our own behavior. Lisa reflects on the subtle messages around us that encourage toxic relationships with food, and how we can work to destigmatize this incredibly common experience, so that we can heal, and encourage others around us in their journeys of healing and recovery. For more resources on eating disorder recovery and support for families, please follow the links on this episode page at https://www.byuradio.org/ Amy Harman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist. She is the author of, "Perfectly Imperfect: Compassionate Strategies to Cultivate a Positive Body Image" and currently practices in Fairfax, VA where she treats all types of eating disorders and provides Family-Based Therapy. Find more about her work at https://www.reflectwholenesstherapy.com/

Deconstructing Shame - Body Image, Part 2 Jan 31, 2023

In the online discussion about body image, there's often a disconnect when it comes to the terms that are used. Some people talk about "body shame" with an understanding that it is a negative and toxic emotion that can lead to serious trauma and mental illness. Others will talk about "body shame" to refer to what they see as a healthy motivation to eat healthier foods and exercise more regularly. How can people who are using the same phrase to refer to almost opposite ideas have an effective conversation about how we can best take care of ourselves? In this installment in The Lisa Show's Body Image series, Lisa tries to establish a foundation of common understanding around shame, positivity, guilt, and love, so that we can be in the best frame of mind to start improving our relationships with our bodies. She talks to the Council of Moms (Tamalin Christen and Julie Taylor), head of the Institute for the Psychology of Eating Mike David, and reevaluates her own history with body shame in the process.

This Year I Will Love My Body - Body Image, Part 1 Jan 24, 2023

At the beginning of a new year and a new series on Body Image, Lisa and Kacy discuss the tragic legacy of Helen of Troy — the "most beautiful woman on earth" of myth and legend — and how body comparison and beauty expectations affect the way we see ourselves in the age of social media. Lisa reflects on the changes in her own body image over time, and the common ground in many stories of body image and self-love.

The Paradox of Self-Care and Parenting - Self Care, Part 11 Dec 06, 2022

As parents, sometimes it feels like the only way to take care of ourselves is to take unnecessary time away from our kids. But if we give our kids everything that they need, we're not doing enough to take care of ourselves. So how can we find this impossible balance? In the conclusion of The Lisa Show's series on Self-Care, Lisa talks with therapist Jaime Ballard, the Council of Moms (Jeanette Bennett and Angie King), and a host of venerated experts (small children), to find out what's at the heart of this parenting paradox, and what we can do to build a sustainable and fulfilling life for us and for our kids.

While Supporting a Loved One's Mental Health - Self Care, Part 10 Nov 29, 2022

When a child, a spouse, or a friend is struggling with their mental health, it can be difficult to focus on anything else, least of all yourself. Whether due to depression, anxiety, or any other disorder, it hurts to see someone you love suffer, and it can also present new challenges in your relationships. Lisa reflects on a time her efforts backfired while trying to support a child in crisis. Rebecca Bingham shares her experience as a mom of children with severe behavioral and mental health needs. Dr. Jaime Ballard breaks down appropriate roles as a parent, a friend, or a significant other, and how to have conversations which preserve emotional well-being and safety.

Escaping the Downward Spiral of Mental Health - Self Care, Part 9 Nov 22, 2022

Do you ever feel like your mental health is struggling, but taking time to find a therapist or pay for medication will only make you more stressed? This cycle of not getting the help we need can be isolating, overwhelming, and can take us to some very intense emotional places. Lisa talks with her producer McKay and with the Council of Moms (Ganel-Lyn Condie, Rebecca Bingham, and Ashley Reeves) about their experiences, and gets some suggestions from LMFT Dr. John Sovec about how we can build daily self-care routines that bolster our mental health, as well as tips for when to seek out professional help. Mental illness is a serious and sometimes life-threatening condition, and you deserve to have all the help that you need. If you would like to find a mental health professional or support group in your area, visit https://www.mentalhealth.org or if you find yourself in a moment of crisis, dial 9-8-8 for the National Crisis Hotline and someone will help talk you through it.

Overcoming Comparison Without Deleting Instagram - Self Care, Part 8 Nov 15, 2022

After a long day cleaning up after kids and dealing with teenagers, going on social media for a break can backfire, forcing you to see that your 4-year-old niece just mastered calculus and your unbelievably photogenic acquaintance from high school is on yet another Disney cruise. Social media is just one place where comparison can often turn toxic and hurtful, replacing confidence and satisfaction with the gnawing feeling that others are better off and better than. If “comparison is the thief of joy”, how can we manage this subconscious habit so that it increases our self-esteem and our supports self-care? Lisa talks with the Council of Moms (Hailey Smith and Tanya Quinn) to find out, shares her own experiences, and breaks down the connections that we're looking for when we compare ourselves to others.

Financial Self-Care & The Hidden Meaning in Your Money - Self Care, Part 7 Nov 08, 2022

Self-care and spending your money are not the same (despite all those targeted ads saying otherwise!) but your approach to finances could say more than you think about your attitude toward self-care. Lisa gathers friends (Heather Bigley & Lindsay Clark) and a financial guru (Kyle Bigler) to explore the complicated relationship between our inner selves and our money (or lack thereof), how to relate to resources sustainably and in a healthy way, and how to honor the parts of our lives with the highest value—and maybe splurge on velvet pants along the way.

Social Stamina & Friendships - Self Care, Part 6 Nov 01, 2022

What's your perfect Friday night? A fulfilling social life can look dramatically different from one person to the next, even in the same family. Whether you dream of crowded dinner parties or blissful solitude with a book, knowing your defaults can help you manage social stamina, and deepen relationships that matter. Lisa assembles a wide collection of friends and family, introverts and extroverts, to explore the ins and outs of social self-care.

It's Not You, It's Me - Setting Boundaries with Your Partner - Self Care, Part 5 Oct 25, 2022

In a perfect world, the people we share our lives with would automatically know and provide exactly what we need. But for most of us, even identifying our own needs can be a challenge. This episode explores the dynamics of self-care within our most important relationships, including finding a balanced give-and-take, enrolling a partner in healthy boundaries, and communicating authentically. Lisa calls on the Council of Moms (Amy Hackworth and Amelia Kuhlmann) and Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife to explore self-love and true love.

(The Myth of) Work-Life Balance - Self Care, Part 4 Oct 18, 2022

Life has a way of getting busier, but taking care of yourself is important as ever, and even more so when juggling a hectic schedule. The Council of Moms (Vanessa Quigley and Carrie Ann Rhodes) looks at a spectrum of experiences, from roadside french fries to high rise corporate deals. Ken and Katie Craig revisit a memory of an impromptu lifestyle offer that sounded a little too good to be true, and Lisa shares how one drastic decision in pursuit of a better work-life balance changed the course of her family's life.

Taking Care of Our Bodies for the Right Reasons - Self Care, Part 3 Oct 11, 2022

There are so many things that we feel pressured to do by the people around us. We need to eat better, to exercise more, to get our hair done, to dress well, the list goes on and on. And while these things aren't inherently negative, if we only do them because of the societal guilt we feel, they aren't doing us the good that we could be. In this episode, Lisa dives into how we can take back the things we feel like we have to do, the "shoulds," and turn them into real tools to take care of ourselves.

Forget What Your Parents Taught You - Self Care, Part 2 Oct 04, 2022

Do your parents cringe at the idea of taking a "mental health day?" Do your kids gag at the idea of working 60-hour weeks in a cubicle wearing business formal? Our modern concept of "self-care" looks completely alien to the older generations. But they must have been taking steps to take care of themselves, right? Lisa explores how the generations are different and how they are similar when it comes to protecting our emotional and physical health. (Spoiler: they're probably more similar than you think!)

A Not-Quite-Love Letter to Self-Care - Self Care, Part 1 Sep 27, 2022

Does hearing the phrase "self-care" bring to mind feelings of guilt, frustration, or "it must be nice?" Are you picturing snooty upper-class women leaving the kids with the nanny while they spend the day at the spa gossiping and planning their next day on the lake? In this first episode of our series on Self-Care, Lisa voices her frustration with the idea of self-care, and digs into how we can push past the superficial stigma and start figuring out how to take care of ourselves the way we all deserve.

The Harsh Reality of Parenthood Aug 23, 2022

Spending any amount of time on social media can make you feel like you're the only one have a hard time with parenting. Lisa talks with friends Natalie Madsen and Whitney Call about the harsh realities of motherhood and what they're doing to make the most of every day.

Home Organization Aug 16, 2022

Do you prefer rolling or stacking your clothes? Join Lisa as she explore different ways of organizing a home and the benefits of each one of those ways. And find the answer to the question of the century: do bins actually help your house look more organized?

Which Parenting Style Works Best? Aug 09, 2022

Would you consider yourself a "helicopter parent?" Or do you prefer "free-range" parenting? Would you say you're a "lawnmower parent," or even a "snowplow parent?" It feels impossible to even keep the different styles of parenting straight, let alone understand which ones are most effective in raising our kids. Lisa talks with friends and experts to find out what approaches to parenting work the best.

How to Handle the Reality of Parenthood Aug 02, 2022

Has your self-care taken a nosedive since becoming a parent? Has parenting made you feel isolated and alone? Sit down with the Council of Moms as Lisa and her friends Kristin, Brooke, and Janae discuss the harsh realities of parenthood and try to make it a more forgiving and empathetic part of life.

Improvising Through Life Jul 19, 2022

As a parent, it can feel like no matter how much we prepare, we're never ready for what's coming next. There is always some new wrinkle to figure out to keep things running smoothly. Lisa is joined by her longtime improv partner Hailey Smith to talk about how their years performing long-form improvised comedy have prepared them for parenthood.

Summer Routines Jul 12, 2022

Are your kids spending their summer days laying in bed, scrolling through Tik Tok? Or are their days filled with summer camps, sports practices and busy social lives? Whatever their routines look like, it is difficult as parents to know if we should step in and micromanage their time or let them roam free until school starts up again. Lisa talks with friends and experts to discuss how parents are finding the right balance for them.

Making Friends as an Adult Jul 05, 2022

It's been said that by the time we are 25 years old, our number of friends will only decline for the rest of our lives. This means that for most of our adult lives, we are losing more friends than we are making. So why is it so much harder to build friendships in adulthood than it was when we were kids? And what can we do to change that? Lisa talks with friends and experts to find out.

Finding Your Family Culture Jun 28, 2022

Your family may be known as the "fun family." Or maybe they're the "musical family," or the "religious family." But whether it's kindness, hard work, athleticism, faith, or financial responsibility, how do you decide what values will define your family? And at what point is it too late to change them? Lisa talks with friends, family and experts to find out.

Listener Questions Jun 21, 2022

Lisa is joined by Taylor Riggs, Angie King, and Jeanette Bennett in a special council of moms. They answer the listeners' questions about motherhood, family life and life's challenges.

The Albums that Changed Our Lives Jun 14, 2022

Lisa is joined by her friend and music aficionado Kacy Faulconer to discuss the way that music has shaped their lives, and to identify which albums have made the biggest difference to them.

Deepening Connections through Conversation Jun 07, 2022

Do you have people in your life that you wish you were closer to, but you don't know what you can do to bring your connection to a new level? Lisa is joined by her lifelong friend Carrie Ann Rhodes to try our some new conversation tactics in order to deepen their friendship and get to know each other better.

Making Family Vacations Meaningful May 31, 2022

Do you ever get back from a big family vacation, one you planned and saved for for months, and feel like you need a few days just to decompress? A vacation from your vacation? Managing an itinerary, sticking to a budget, keeping tired kids happy, and doing it all while trying to find some relaxation for yourself can seem like an impossible list of to-dos. So is it even worth it? What can we do to make vacations meaningful for the whole family, parents included? Lisa talks to listeners, the Council of Moms, and travel writer Lori Zaino to find out.

Sibling Relationships with Kirby Heyborne May 24, 2022

As the years pass and we get older, the relationships we have with our families grow and change. Sometimes this can bring us closer together, sometimes this can drive us apart. So what can we do to navigate the nuance and complexity of staying close to our siblings in spite of what life throws at us? Lisa talks with her longtime friend and celebrated actor and performer Kirby Heyborne about his lived experiences.

Establishing Boundaries with Family May 17, 2022

Our family members are often the people who know and care about us the most. They've seen us at our best and at our worst and are with us through most of life's challenges. Unfortunately, this means that it can be difficult to establish where the line is between "loving concern" and "too involved in my business." So how can we recognize when a family relationships needs a new set of boundaries? And how can we approach creating them without hurting the other person's feelings? Lisa talks with friends and experts with a wide range of familial experience to find answers.

Taking Back Mother's Day May 10, 2022

Mother's Day can be wonderful holiday where we show appreciation to the moms that have made our lives so much better. But it can also be a difficult day, filled with grief, frustration, and unmet expectations. Since hardly anyone has the picture-perfect family situation, how can we make sure Mother's Day is something to be excited about rather than dread? Lisa convenes the Council of Moms, talks with Dr. Julie Hanks, and chats with her own mother to find out.

Parenting and the Internet May 03, 2022

The internet is changing every single day, and the way we interact with the world and the people around us is changing with it. It seems impossible to keep up with every new advancement in technology while our kids are so much better at it than we are. So how can we be thoughtful, intentional parents when we can't keep pace with the world our kids are living in? Lisa talks through her own parenting experiences, brings in the Council of Moms, and chats with expert Amy Morin to find possible solutions.

Relaxing When You're Overwhelmed Apr 26, 2022

Life is busy and sometimes it feels like it won’t get any easier. In the midst of so many things it’s easy to get overwhelmed. When that happens the last thing we can find time for is for relaxation. So how can we find time to relax when we are so busy with everything going on in our lives? And what does relaxation looks like in those circumstances? Lisa convenes with the Council of Moms and talks to Thomas McConkie, host of the Mindfulness+ podcast, to find out.

Finding Creative Outlets Apr 12, 2022

Do you ever miss the creative hobbies you used to have before careers, parenting, or just life got in the way? It can feel like there's never enough time, but being creative can be a cathartic--almost therapeutic--experience. So how can we express our creativity while still keeping up with the wave of daily responsibilities? Lisa talks with parents and professionals, as well as tries a new outlet herself, to find out.

Council of Moms Apr 05, 2022

Lisa is joined by friends Carrie Ann Rhodes, Emily Engemann, and Amy Hopkin to discuss questions that were submitted by listeners of The Lisa Show. If you want to submit your question to the Council of Moms, send us a message to thelisashow@byu.edu or DM us on any of our social media accounts.

Gratitude During Hard Times Mar 29, 2022

It's easy to feel overwhelmed by all of the difficulties that life throws at us. And while we may try to find the silver lining, sometimes the advice to "look on the bright side" can feel invalidating and ignorant of the real, unavoidable struggles that we're going through. So how can we practice gratitude when nothing is going right? Or is it even worth it? Lisa convenes the Council of Moms, talks with Hank Smith, and tries out gratitude journaling herself to find the answer.

Preparing for Worst Case Scenarios Mar 22, 2022

No one likes to think too much about the worst things that could happen. The loss of a loved one, financial crisis, natural disasters, any of these can happen without warning and can completely change the trajectory of our lives. So what things can we do now to make those tough pills a little easier to swallow? Lisa talks with friends, experts, and dives into her own "worst case scenario" to find out.

Time Management Mar 15, 2022

Between jobs, school, errands, and running kids from one activity to the next, there never seems to be enough time to get everything done. Let alone spare time for a social life and hobbies! So what does it take to actually make sure that everything is allotted the time that it needs? And can we do it without going crazy? Lisa talks with her friends and experts about what we can do.

Being the Fun Parent Mar 08, 2022

Everyone wants to be a fun parent, but "fun" can seem antithetical to household rules and structures. But there seems to be a disconnect between what parents see as "fun" and what their kids think. While some parents think their kids want free reign of the house and no curfew, what they actually want may be more meaningful. In this episode, Lisa talks with friends and experts about what it really means to be a "fun parent" while still saying, "no."

Empathy for People You Don't Like Mar 01, 2022

Everyone knows someone who they just can’t stand to be in a room with. Whether it’s a disagreement about politics, about religion, lifestyle, or maybe they just aren’t very nice, there are people in our lives who are just harder to empathize with than others. Not to mention that the world events of the last few years seem to have pulled particularly strong opinions out of just about everyone. So is it worth learning to understand these people? And if so, how can we do it? Lisa talks with experts and friends to find out.

Deepening Your Connection With Your Partner Feb 22, 2022

Over time, even the strongest relationships often start to mellow and decay. Sometimes, strengthening your connection is a matter of reigniting the flame that was always there; other times it means rescuing a relationship that is on the brink of disaster. So what can you do? Or is it even worth the time and effort? Along with her guests, Lisa digs into her lived experience to find the answers.

Getting Out of a Slump Feb 15, 2022

Sometimes it just feels impossible to get up in the morning. For one reason or another, or for no discernible reason at all, we just don't feel like ourselves and struggle to feel motivated. As parents this feeling can be compounded when kids are depending on us to take care of them. Where does this come from? And what can we do to dig ourselves out of it? Lisa talks with fellow parents and an expert to find out.

Mom Guilt Feb 08, 2022

It's hard as a parent to avoid constantly feeling like we aren't doing enough for our kids. The world is constantly telling us to do more, try harder, and be better for our kids. But no one can actually live up to those expectations, right? In this episode, Lisa gets to the bottom of where "mom guilt" comes from and how we can free ourselves from it.

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