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Episode 126 “Non Digital Hobbies”

It is so hard for all of us, but in particular children, to do something that does not involve a digital device. On [...]

Episode 125 “Are We the Problem?”

We spend so much time talking about our kids as it relates to cell phone usage. But how much of that problem is [...]

Episode 124 “Break the Routine”

Routines are habits, and not all habits are good for you. When we get in a routine, we are basically on autopilot and [...]
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Sad Teenagers

Episode 111 “Sad Teenagers”

Over 40% of teenagers surveyed reported feeling depressed or persistent sadness. This is a trend that has been on the rise even before [...]

Why Helicopter Parenting is Now the Rule

We hear a lot these days about “helicopter” parenting, or a parent who takes an overprotective or excessive interest in the life of [...]

Suicide: It Can Happen to Your Kids

September is back to school and maybe coincidentally, suicide awareness month.   I don’t just say that off the cuff, the incidences of suicide [...]

What’s Your Struggle? Be Inspired By Others.

Some days feel harder than others. Some days the rain keeps pouring down and feels like it never will end. But this is [...]

In an Instagram World, Teach Self-Compassion

I read an interesting article the other day on why we should forget about teaching and focusing on self-esteem and start focusing more [...]

Guns or Mental Health? New study looks at which leads to more gun violence.

As as a human being and also a parent, every time I hear about these mass shootings I cringe. Walmarts, restaurants, bars, festivals, [...]

Your Child’s Brain Is Wiring- Make Sure it Does So Correctly

People ask me a lot about how the brain “works” and I often smile before taking a deep breath and answering.  The simplest [...]

Mental Health Days Off for Students- A good idea, or too sensitive?

There has been a lot of news around a bill recently passed in the state of Oregon that would allow students to take [...]

More Evidence Pets Benefit Mental Health

On Episode 12 of my podcast I discussed ways that having a pet can positively affect our mental health. While I don’t have [...]

Are Productivity Apps Anti-Productive? 4 Questions Answered.

Recently I was asked about productivity apps and my thoughts on how effective they can be. When it comes to technology to keep [...]