The Stress Nanny with Lindsay Miller
By: Lindsay Miller
Language: en-us
Categories: Kids, Family, Parenting, Education, Self Improvement, Health, Fitness
Mindfulness and stress management for families raising kids with big goals, big feelings, and everything in between.Hosted by mindfulness coach Lindsay Miller, The Stress Nanny is full of practical strategies for calming anxious kids, supporting high-achievers, and teaching emotional regulation in everyday moments. Each episode offers easy-to-use mindfulness practices, stress management tips, and confidence-building tools that empower kids (and parents!) to navigate challenges with ease. Whether you’re raising a child who struggles with big feelings, a high-performing student-athlete, or simply want a calmer home, The Stress Nanny will give you the resources and encouragement you need.
Episodes
Ep 201: Why Letting Go Of Control Gives You More Influence As A Parent
Jan 08, 2026What if the fastest way to more cooperation at home is to stop chasing control? We sit down with Katherine Sellery, founder of Conscious Parenting Revolution, to explore why power moves and punishments so often backfire—and how connection-first strategies create durable trust and real influence. Katherine unpacks the “three Rs” that control tactics trigger—retaliation, rebellion, resistance—and shows how to interrupt that spiral with co-regulation, perspective-taking, and a reliable ritual of rupture and repair.
We dig into the everyday moments that test our calm: public meltdowns with an audience, teens clamming up, and the sting of believi...
Ep 200: Raising Resilient Kids With Love
Jan 01, 2026What if lowering family stress isn’t about fixing problems but about changing perspective? We sit down with Anil Gupta, “The Love Doctor,” to unpack a simple, profound approach to raising resilient kids: pair unconditional love with developmentally appropriate challenges, then use everyday rituals to lock in confidence and connection.
We start with the turning point that reshaped Anil’s life and work, then move into the practical framework he uses with families worldwide. You’ll hear how scaffolded adversity—ordering lunch, paying the bill, navigating transit—teaches kids to trust themselves without panic. We trade fear-based scripts for st...
Ep 199: How Reflection And Reframing Help Kids Build Calm, Confidence, And Grit
Dec 25, 2025What if the toughest parts of your year quietly made you and your child braver, calmer, and more connected? We dive into a gentle, science-informed approach to reflection and reframing that helps families convert stress into usable strength without minimizing real feelings.
We start by unpacking why curiosity-based reflection regulates emotions and supports meaning making, a cornerstone of mental health. You’ll hear how mindsight—observing your inner world with compassion—strengthens coping pathways that your kids can reuse when life gets loud. From there, we explore the research on stress mindset and the “challenge state,” showing how a smal...
Ep 198: From Big Feelings To Brave Hearts - Tools For Parents And Kids
Dec 18, 2025What if the fastest way to calm is connection, not correction? Lindsay sits down with counselor and art therapist Jacintha “J” Field to explore how families can raise emotionally literate kids using the languages children actually speak: play, pictures, movement, and modeled honesty. J’s story journeys from a childhood of “toughen up” messages to discovering art as a safe pathway for feelings, then transforming that insight into clinical work and a gamified platform that helps 5 to 12-year-olds name and regulate big emotions.
We dig into practical, real-life tools parents can use today. Instead of “How are you feeling...
Ep 197: Horses, Healing, And Raising Resilient Kids
Dec 11, 2025A thousand-pound therapist can teach you more about trust than a bookshelf of parenting guides. Shane Jacob—life coach, professional horseman, and former heavy drinker—opens up about a two-decade cycle of numbing, the wreckage it caused, and the unlikely path to healing through faith and horses. We unpack how an animal’s sensitivity turns into a powerful mirror, reflecting the energy we bring into every interaction and revealing why congruence, not perfection, builds connection.
We dive into the myth that life should feel good all the time and how that belief fuels escape behaviors for teens and ad...
Ep 196: What Happens When Families Stop Living in Fear and Start Choosing Love?
Dec 04, 2025Your words are planting something. The only question is whether those seeds grow thorns of fear or roots of resilience. We sit down with author and corporate well-being coach Barry Nicolaou to unpack how subconscious “soil” works, why language like “hard” quietly programs outcomes, and how small intentional shifts can help kids and parents move toward calm, confidence, and connection.
Barry shares the soil metaphor for the subconscious—neutral, fertile, and ready to grow whatever we repeatedly think and say. We explore generational fear and scarcity, how worst-case thinking hijacks parenting, and a simple worldview check inspired by Einstei...
Ep 195: The Gratitude-Resilience Connection: Building Mental Strength Through Thankfulness
Dec 01, 2025What if a few quiet moments each day could help your child bounce back faster, sleep more easily, and feel steadier in their own skin? In this episode we share a few ways that gratitude can flip the nervous system from fight-or-flight into rest-and-digest. Drawing from research at UCLA, USC, and studies by Robert Emmons and Michael McCullough, we connect the dots between gratitude, emotional regulation, resilience, and long-term health.
I walk through the brain science in clear, friendly language: where gratitude lights up neural networks and why that matters for stressed families, and how parasympathetic activation...
Ep 194: How Presence, Boundaries, And Spiritual Practices Help Families Find Ease Every Day
Nov 20, 2025What happens when a former speech therapist realizes the “perfect plan” for parenting doesn’t exist—and chooses presence over pressure? We sit down with Carrie Lingenfelter to explore how mindful attention, compassionate language, and simple spiritual practices can transform family life, especially for highly sensitive and neurodiverse kids.
Carrie shares her journey from evidence-first frameworks to heart-led parenting that honors each child’s wiring. We unpack how labels can open doors to support without defining identity, why words like gifted, spirited, and sensitive change a child’s inner story, and how to build a shared family language tha...
Ep 193: How Mindfulness & Psychodynamic Therapy Can Help You Break Free from Narcissistic Patterns That Destroy Relationships
Nov 14, 2025The glow of “perfect together” can hide a much harsher truth. We sit down with narcissism specialist Dr. Anthony Mazzella to unpack how the illusion of blissful union forms, why ordinary differences feel like threats, and what actually changes when you stop outsourcing your worth. From a psychodynamic perspective, we trace the arc from early unmet needs to adult relationships that demand constant validation, then explore the real cost of leaving: grief for the fantasy, and the devaluing voices you carry after the breakup.
We get practical fast. You’ll hear how to spot red flags—pressure to be “a...
Ep 192: How Envy, Anger, And Humility Shape Who We Lift Up And Who We Cut Down
Nov 06, 2025One tall flower in a crowded field changes everything. Dr. Douglas Garland joins us to unpack Tall Poppy Syndrome—the ancient metaphor with very modern consequences—and gives parents a working language for envy, jealousy, pride, and the status games kids navigate every day. We dig into how cultures reward sameness or celebrate standouts, why the U.S. produces both more tall poppies and people who cut them down, and how social media keeps comparison always on.
We draw sharp lines between helpful envy that fuels emulation and growth, and the envy that sparks gossip, pile-ons, and cutt...
Ep 191: Your Kid’s Backpack Is Full Of Ants And You’re Still Okay
Oct 31, 2025Holiday seasons are loud, bright, sweet, and often overwhelming—and that’s exactly why they’re perfect for teaching kids (and ourselves) how to be present. We explore a simple presence practice that uses the five senses to bring a busy mind back to now, turning chaotic moments into chances for calm, clarity, and connection. From Halloween costumes and crinkly candy wrappers to warm pie dough and the glow of neighborhood lights, we show how everyday sensory details can anchor the nervous system and reduce stress.
You’ll hear a real family scene—a late‑night discovery of ants in a...
Ep 190: Why Your Family Communication Style Creates Stress (And How To Fix It)
Oct 25, 2025Ever wish your teen would text more than “k,” while your paragraphs go unread? We dive into a simple framework that makes family communication clearer and calmer: six modes—sending, talking, meaning-making, tacit knowing, signaling, and advocacy—and how to switch between them without adding more stress. Our guest, Craig Mattson, professor of communication and author of Digital Overwhelm, brings research from modern workplaces into everyday parenting, showing how the same pressures and patterns play out at the dinner table, in the car, and over text.
We unpack what each mode looks like at home: when to broadcas...
Ep 189: Building Executive Function With Mindfulness And Self-Compassion
Oct 17, 2025Homework shouldn’t feel like a bear attack, yet for many ADHD families, everyday tasks trigger fight, flight, or freeze. We invited ADHD coach and mindfulness facilitator Corie Wightlin to help us turn those explosive moments into opportunities for calm, connection, and growth. Corie blends neuroscience, executive function know-how, and lived experience to show how a simple “pause” can redirect the entire evening—and how a practical “fast-forward” thought experiment helps parents choose the next right move without the guilt spiral.
We dig into what actually works when brains are overwhelmed: sensory resets like cold touch, fresh air, or a 60...
Ep 188: From Survival to Significance: Victoria Rader on Courage, Kaizen, and Quantum Leaps
Oct 03, 2025What if the fastest way to move forward isn’t a grand reinvention, but one small promise kept today? That’s the heartbeat of this conversation with possibility coach and author Victoria Rader, PhD—a practical, grace-filled path from survival to significance that starts with a better question and a tiny step.
We start with Victoria’s unlikely origin story: a joyful family trip that quietly became debt, a Google search for flexible income, and a shy newcomer who stumbled into real estate during a recession—and still rose to the top 1% through simple daily actions. From there, we...
Ep 187: From Top to Toe: How to Let Go When Your Mind Won't Slow
Sep 26, 2025Ever found yourself staring at the ceiling, mind racing, unable to drift off to sleep? You're not alone. This episode was born from a conversation with one of my middle school clients who shared she'd been using regular podcast episodes to help calm her mind on sleepless nights. Together, we realized what she truly needed was a dedicated guided relaxation - and that's exactly what this special episode delivers. Thanks Liv!
Guided relaxations are among my favorite tools to share with children because they provide a simple yet powerful pathway to calm. Using the gentle imagery of...
Ep 186: What If We Could Raise a Generation of Emotionally Intelligent Children?
Sep 12, 2025Ever watched your child navigate a challenging moment with unexpected grace? In this illuminating conversation with Giselle Shardlow, founder of Kids Yoga Stories, we explore how ancient yoga wisdom offers modern solutions for our children's most pressing challenges.
Giselle's journey weaves together threads of yoga practice from her childhood in rural Canada to her work as an international school teacher. What began as a response to childhood obesity and stress has evolved into something even more vital today: providing children with essential tools for emotional regulation in an increasingly complex world. As Giselle puts it, "These SEL...
Ep 185: Mind Body Check-In: Is Your Body a Warehouse or a Temple?
Sep 04, 2025Have you ever considered that your body's pain might actually be stress looking for a way out? That the mysterious aches, tension, and discomfort could be your body's increasingly desperate attempt to communicate something important?
Naturopath and reflexologist Njideka Olatunde transforms our understanding of the pain-stress connection with revolutionary simplicity: "You cannot have pain without stress, and you can't have stress without pain." This profound insight opens the door to a completely different approach to healing – one where we stop fighting our bodies and start listening to them.
Njideka reveals how our bodies whisper before th...
Ep 184: Three Minutes to Calm: The Morning Practice That Changes Everything
Aug 28, 2025Ever wondered why stress seems hardwired into our daily experience? Stanford professor and pediatric intensive care physician Dr. Greg Hammer returns to The Stress Nanny podcast to unpack this question and share his revolutionary GAIN method for stress reduction.
Dr. Hammer explains that our brains evolved with a negativity bias that once served our ancestors well but now interferes with our happiness. This tendency to remember negative experiences and overthink both past and future creates physiological stress responses—elevated adrenaline and cortisol, increased heart rate and blood pressure—that cascade into sleep disturbances, fatigue, poor dietary choices, and...
Ep 183: The Hidden Secrets Behind Why Your Relationships Keep Failing (And How to Fix Them)
Aug 22, 2025Ever wonder why you keep finding yourself in the same toxic relationships despite your best efforts to choose better partners or friends? The answer might surprise you.
Revolutionary recovery expert TJ Woodward joins Lindsay Miller to reveal why addressing toxic relationships requires an inside-out approach rather than simply removing "toxic people" from your life. With profound compassion and clarity, TJ explains how our earliest experiences form core false beliefs that unconsciously drive our relationship choices well into adulthood.
"We must heal the toxicity within first before we start working on our relationships," TJ shares, offering...
Ep 182: Your Joy Is Not Optional: Finding Pleasure in Daily Life
Aug 15, 2025We're often told to prioritize self-care, but what if simply meeting basic needs isn't enough? What if we deserve not just sustainability, but actual joy and pleasure in our daily lives? In this soul-nourishing conversation, intuitive guide Julie Hilson shares wisdom from her book "Life of Love: A Joyful Guide to Self and Sensuality" that will transform how you approach wellbeing.
Julie introduces the powerful concept of creating a "container for wellbeing" rather than waiting until we're depleted to address our needs. She suggests developing a personal checklist of activities that bring us joy and ground us – wh...
Ep 181: How Simple Movement Tricks Your Brain Into Feeling Happy Again
Aug 07, 2025Kelly Hale, a 25-year veteran occupational therapist and nervous system regulation specialist, shares powerful yet simple movement techniques to help families shift from survival mode to a state of regulated calm. Through her Gutsy Brain Movement methodology, she combines developmental movements, nervous system regulation, and gut health practices to help people reconnect with their bodies and tap into their natural resilience.
• Finding calm through movement when traditional meditation fails
• Creating a personal regulation practice in just 3 minutes per day
• Using the "walking the midline" technique to quickly ground yourself
• Practicing "balance buttons" to manage multiple...
Ep 180: Four Mindful Back to School Strategies with Lasting Impact
Aug 01, 2025Motivation naturally ebbs and flows throughout our lives - especially during the school year. What if you could harness those high-motivation moments to make the inevitable low-energy times easier? That's exactly what mindful motivation allows us to do.
This final episode in our summer skills series explores four practical strategies to leverage your back-to-school energy surge for long-term success. When we recognize the natural cycle of motivation, we can practice a profound form of self-compassion: letting our present motivated self take concrete actions that will support our future less-motivated self.
First, I share how spending...
Ep 179 What if Discouragement is Just a Feeling, Not an Identity?
Jul 24, 2025Have you ever cringed when your child declared "I'm the worst!" during a challenging homework session? That moment of self-defeating language offers a powerful opportunity for transformation—if you know how to respond.
The latest episode of the Summer Skills Series tackles reframing, a deceptively simple tool with profound impacts on how children view themselves during difficult moments. This technique separates feelings from identity, turning global, hopeless statements like "I'm never going to figure this out" into manageable, temporary experiences. When consistently applied, reframing helps children develop resilience and a growth mindset that serves them far beyond ac...
Ep 178 Summer Skills Series: Master the Art of Active Listening
Jul 18, 2025Ever noticed how family conflicts spiral when everyone's talking but nobody's listening? Welcome to the Summer Skills Series on the Stress Nanny Podcast, where today we're diving into the transformative power of active listening.
Most of us think we listen well, but during heated moments with our children, we're often just waiting for our turn to speak or formulating rebuttals rather than truly hearing what's being said. This episode uncovers the neuroscience behind why active listening is so much more than just a communication technique—it's a bridge that connects a child's emotional brain center (amygdala) with th...
Ep 177 Can a Re-do help during reactive moments? Yes!
Jul 10, 2025Ever find yourself instantly regretting how you responded to your kids? Discover a simple yet effective tool to transform those reactive moments into opportunities for connection and understanding.
Chapter Summary:
00:20 Welcome to the Stress Nanny Podcast
01:03 The Importance of Emotional Intelligence
01:40 Understanding Response vs. Reaction
03:37 The Re-do Tool
05:00 Illustrating Emotional Intelligence
06:40 Implementing the Redo in Daily Life
Featured Quotes:
“Our response is on purpose, whereas our reaction is something that’s just kind of off the cuff.” - Lindsay Miller“Reaction makes a situatio... Duration: 00:08:23Ep 176 The Perfect Acronym to Help you Practice Patience with Yourself
Feb 13, 2025Show Notes: Stress Nanny Podcast
Episode Theme: Embracing Mindfulness and Self-Compassion
Host Update: Lindsay Miller shares more about the spacing of podcast episodes to prioritize client work and personal balance, with plans to release new content, including interviews and an online audio course.Guest Feature: Julie Potiker, author of “Snap from Chaos to Calm,” discusses the SNAP system for stress management. The system uses mindfulness techniques: Soothing Touch, Name the Emotion, Actual Needs, and Praise.Mindfulness Journey: The episode explores Julie's journey into mindfulness, starting with chal... Duration: 00:54:44Ep 175 Turn Family Pain into Power: Unleashing Your Emotional DNA for a Bright Future
Dec 05, 2024Main Theme:
The episode delves into the concept of emotional DNA, as presented in Judy’s book “The Power of Your DNA,” which is part of the Genealogy 3.0 framework. This approach examines how inherited emotional patterns from significant family events impact individual behavior and emotional health.
Key Discussion Points:
Emotional DNA and Its Influence:Definition and significance of emotional DNA as inherited patterns of thoughts, feelings, and actions.How understanding these patterns can transform unhelpful behaviors into healthier ones.Historical Impact on Present Emotions:The role of unreso... Duration: 00:40:50Ep 174 Uncertainty is scary, here's how to help kids through it!
Oct 17, 2024In this solo episode, I share one of our family's favorite mindfulness tools: The Green Zone. This simple tool can be used at home, at school, for homework, and during new experiences. Anytime our kids are uncomfortable, understanding the green zone can can help. In this quick show I share a story about my daughter's soccer team and how the green zone helped us through a moment of change and uncertainty.
The green zone is a research-based concept from the work of Dr. Dan Siegel. To learn more about the green zone, check out the book, The...
Ep 173 There's Hope! Creative Ways to Cover the High Cost of College.
Oct 10, 2024In this second episode of a two-part series with college planning expert Brad Baldridge, we talk through these important college planning topics:
How to determine the actual cost of college based on your family income.What unique options your student might have.Finding the right balance of quality, cost and prestige in choosing a college.Understanding scholarship options.Being realistic about loan amounts.Important conversations to have with your student.Listen in for Brad's advice and feel hopeful, confident, and empowered about your family's future educational opportunities.
Links from the show:
The...
Ep 172 Tackling the stages of college planning one step at a time
Sep 27, 2024In this first episode of a two-part series, I talk with college planning expert, Brad Baldridge. We cover:
Early stage planning including savings considerations and communication skills you can build to make the college planning process easier.Why mindfulness skills such as self-awareness, flexibility and creativity allow for more effective college planning. How parents and kids can make values-based decisions.Late stage planning considerations including timing for college visits.Brad Baldridge is a College Funding Specialist who has helped thousands of families plan and save for college with smart and proven strategies to save time, money and s...
Duration: 00:45:32Ep 171 Discover the Sneaky Thought Saboteurs That Are Holding You Back
Sep 19, 2024In this episode, guest Jessica Conoley walks us through all the ways that "Positive Intelligence" helped her get back on her feet after the loss of her mom. Using images like the judge, the hyper vigilant, the victim and more, the concepts from Positive Intelligence, which has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, and the Wall Street Journal, can help us recognize the thoughts that might be holding us back. Jessica shares simple strategies for recognizing and working with these common saboteurs.
For more about Positive Intelligence including all 10 saboteurs click here.
For a free one...
Ep 170 Five Senses Meditation: A Tool for All Ages
Sep 12, 2024Join me on this "listen together" episode of the Stress Nanny Podcast as we explore:
Have your kiddo join you, learn the mindfulness tool, and then practice at home. This is a favorite tool among kids and adults alike!
Make sure to subscribe to the podcast and share this e...
Take Charge of Your Life: Harness the Power of Emotional Support
May 17, 2024In this episode, we get a glimpse into the heart and mind of Dr. Mahsa Hojat Koshniak, a clinical social worker renowned for her expertise in cognitive behavioral therapy. Dr. Mahsa opens up about her rich personal and professional experiences, shedding light on the critical facets of trauma, mental health, and the transformative power of understanding and support.
Key Themes Explored in this episode:
Find Authentic Self-Acceptance by Shattering Old Fitness Stereotypes
Apr 10, 2024Welcome to an empowering episode where we dive deep into reshaping the fitness industry’s landscape with the inspiring founder of WeShape, Katie Bramlett and your host Lindsay Miller. This conversation is not just about fitness; it’s a call to action against toxic norms and a journey towards holistic wellness, body acceptance, and self-reflection.
Main Themes:
Challenging Toxic Norms: Discover how WeShape is taking a stand against the detrimental impacts of traditional fitness culture, advocating for a shift towards acceptance and holistic well-being.The Power of Self-Reflection: Katie and Lind... Duration: 00:49:34Crafting Connection in a Disconnected World: Unveiling the Secrets to Building Your Village
Mar 16, 2024In this thought-provoking episode, Lindsay sits down with Florence Ann Romano, author of “Build Your Village,” to delve into the urgent need for supportive communities amidst concerning teen well-being statistics and the toll of social media on mental health.
Main Themes:
Troubling Trends in Well-being and Social Media: Florence Ann shares her insights on the current state of teen mental health and the adverse effects of social media usage, setting the stage for a broader conversation on the necessity of human connection.The “Friendship Recession”: Romano introduces the concept of a “frien... Duration: 00:43:01The Art of Teaching Emotional Intelligence to Children
Jan 07, 2024Episode Summary: In this insightful episode, we delve into the complexities and critical nature of nurturing emotional intelligence in our children. Lindsay guides us through the often challenging journey parents embark on to teach their children how to understand, express, and manage their emotions effectively.
Main Themes:
Parental Challenges: We discuss the common obstacles parents face, such as dealing with their discomfort when their children experience strong emotions, staying impartial during conflicts, and overcoming the influence of their emotional upbringing.Teaching Emotional Regulation: From infancy to adolescence, we... Duration: 00:27:14Feast without Fret: A Guide to Healthy Holiday Eats
Dec 20, 2023As the holiday season approaches, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle. But fear not! Our guest today is here to guide us through a stress-less journey of healthy holiday eating. Lynne Bowman is known for creating healthy and tasty meals and she'll share ideas on how can we transform our holiday feasts into a stress-less culinary experience that we can share with our kids.
Segment 1: Setting the Stage
Lynne will talk about balance and mindful choices, sharing some of her favorite tips for incorporating nutrient-packed ingredients without sacrificing flavor. <...
Add calm to your child's classroom with one quick email
Oct 28, 2023Welcome to this episode of the Stress Nanny podcast where child development expert Lindsay Miller shares fun, research-backed ways to teach kids mindfulness and emotional regulation. In today's episode, Lindsay talks with educator and entrepreneur Kailey Lefko about Educalme, an easy-to-implement social and emotional learning program for teachers.
To start off: Kailey's background
Kailey is a teacher who quickly realized that mindfulness is the key to preventing burnout for teachers and simultaneously enhancing the learning environment for kids.
The problem: Hurdles to getting mindfulness into schools.
There are t...
3 Reasons Self-Awareness is Crucial When Talking With Kids About Tragedy
Oct 16, 2023In today's episode, Lindsay shares ideas and practices to help you bring self-awareness into your conversations. At the time of recording there are many parents having tough conversations this week as they explain world events. The goal with this episode is to help you process your feelings so that you can show up for your kids as they process their feelings.
Segment 1: Why is Self-Awareness Important
We explore the benefits of self-awareness and why it's worth taking the time to practice it.
Segment 2: Personal Self-Awareness
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Duration: 00:18:23Expert tips for helping kids calm down when they're feeling anxious
Oct 07, 2023In this episode of The Stress Nanny Podcast, after sharing what you can expect from the podcast moving forward, I share conversation-starters that will help you support your anxious child. While it can be challenging to sit with an anxious child, supporting them as they notice, process and respond to anxiety is key to helping them manage big feelings. In this brief episode, I share tips and activities from my weekly Mindfulness Club where I help kids develop emotional regulation skills. To learn more about Mindfulness Club DM me over on IG @thestressnanny or fill out a brief questionnaire...
Duration: 00:16:15Strategies for Increasing Happiness
Sep 03, 2023Welcome to this episode of the #6 ranked stress podcast, where we explore ways to help families optimize stress and live happier, healthier lives. In today's episode, Lindsay talks with emotional wellness advocate Ashley Williams about how to use mindfulness to increase happiness in family life.
Segment 1: Ashley's background
Ashley is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Clymb, an emotional wellness software for school-age children. She's passionate about sharing the benefits of mindfulness with children.
Segment 2: Signs of Stress in Kids
We talk through some o...
Duration: 00:43:31Teaching life lessons to kids in the kitchen with meaningful meals.
Jul 01, 2023Welcome to this episode of the #6 ranked stress podcast, where we explore ways to help families optimize stress and live happier, healthier lives. In today's episode, Lindsay talks with grandma and author Lynne Bowman about how to simplify family life and connect with kids through meaningful moments in the kitchen.
Segment 1: Lynne's background
Lynne raised 3 kids as a single mom and is now a proud grandmother. As a working mom in an era when women were trying to establish themselves as equals in the workplace, Lynne had to balance raising kids, managing a ho...
Duration: 00:44:42Unlock the Power of Mindfulness, Play & Downtime to help your Young Athlete Overcome Stress.
Jun 12, 2023Welcome to this episode of the #6 ranked stress podcast, where we explore ways to help families optimize stress and live happier, healthier lives. In today's episode, Lindsay talks with psychologist and author Dr. Richard Oelberger about how to help high-performance athletes manage stress. Dr. Oelberger teaches people to tune into themselves and cultivate an intentional mindset to manage challenges.
Segment 1: Dr. Oelberger's background
Dr. Oelberger has experience supporting the mental health of a wide range of people. From Skid Row in LA to high-performing athletes and everyone in between. The tools he teaches ar...
Duration: 00:38:56How to become an unstoppable fit mom starting today!
May 26, 2023Welcome to this episode of the #6 ranked stress podcast, where we explore ways to optimize stress and live a happier, healthier life. In today's episode, Lindsay talks with Melissa Vogel, founder of Bomb Mom. Melissa is committed to helping women cultivate a fit mind and body. Her insights help women to feel empowered on their fitness journey.
Segment 1: Melissa's journey to becoming a fitness professional
In this segment, Melissa talks about how she fell in love with teaching fitness as a teen and how she focused her education on social work enabling her to...
Duration: 00:42:50Absolutely essential wisdom & encouragement for modern parents
May 15, 2023Welcome to this episode of the #6 ranked stress podcast, where we explore ways to optimize stress and live a happier, healthier life. In today's episode, Lindsay talks with Dr. Frieda Birnbaum. As the oldest woman to give birth to twins at age 62 , Dr. Frieda has an incredible perspective on parenting and shares valuable insights and wisdom for modern parents.
Segment 1: Dr. Frieda's Introduction
In this segment, Dr. Frieda shares her perspective on kids, families, and parenting based on her life experience as a parent and psychologist.
Segment 2: The role of pa...
Duration: 00:47:05Easy ways to connect with your kids about social media use
Apr 30, 2023Welcome to this episode of the #6 ranked stress podcast, where we explore ways to optimize stress and live a happier, healthier life. In today's episode, Lindsay talks with Sarah Maynard, founder of The Start Effect who specializes in helping families balance their digital and offline lives. Today's conversation is about how to help teens balance social media use.
Segment 1: Sarah's Introduction
In this segment, Sarah introduces her work and shares insights on why balancing social media use is important.
Segment 2: Making Conversations Comfortable
Sarah talks us through t...
Duration: 00:52:09Access your ability to be kinder to yourself and more patient with your kids
Apr 09, 2023Welcome to this episode of the #6 ranked stress podcast, where we explore ways to optimize stress and live a happier, healthier life. In today's episode, Lindsay talks with DJ Stutz an Early Childhood Specialist with more than 20 years of teaching experience. They talk about how to connect more deeply with your child while being more patient with yourself.
Segment 1: DJ's Introduction
In this segment, DJ shares her perspective on teaching kids based on her background as a parent and teacher.
Segment 2: Empowering Kids
Lindsay & DJ discuss the wa...
Duration: 00:42:50Are you actually making your health worse?
Apr 01, 2023Welcome to this episode of the #6 ranked stress podcast, where we explore ways to optimize stress and live a happier, healthier life. In today's episode, Lindsay talks with Josie Warren who is an autoimmune expert focused on helping people reverse illness by letting go of emotional stress. Lindsay Miller, a stress optimization expert will help us explore how Josie's inspiring story and method can help us rethink stress & autoimmune illness.
Segment 1: Josie's Story
In this segment, Josie shares her history with autoimmune disease beginning when she was relatively young. She talks about the im...
Duration: 00:43:56The ultimate guide to managing stress and finding greater joy
Mar 25, 2023Welcome to this episode of the #6 ranked stress podcast, where we explore ways to manage stress and live a happier, healthier life. In today's episode, Lindsay talks with Dr. Gary Sprouse, a doctor and author who focuses on helping people reduce stress. Lindsay Miller, a stress management expert will help us explore how Dr. Sprouse's groundbreaking insights help us rethink stress.
Segment 1: A Big Picture View of Stress
In this segment, Dr. Sprouse shares an overview that invites us to rethink stress. He shares his theory of how most stress is a side-effect of...
Duration: 00:50:33How can nature reduce stress, increase connection, and bring a sense of peace?
Mar 17, 2023Welcome to this episode of the #6 ranked stress podcast, where we explore ways to manage stress and live a happier, healthier life. In today's episode, Lindsay talks with Dan Clouser, a sports enthusiast who decided to leave his job at the sports non-profit he'd created to travel the country in an RV with his wife and golden retriever. Lindsay Miller, a stress management expert will help us explore how Dan's journey can help us manage stress.
Segment 1: Dan's Journey
In this segment, Dan shares his story of leaving his job and traveling the co...
Duration: 00:45:12Three C's for Navigating Crisis
Mar 02, 2023In this episode of the #6 ranked stress podcast, I talk with Debra Woog, a Crisis Navigation Partner. Debra helps clients through tough life experiences. With many hours spent supporting people through divorce, a child's diagnosis, high intensity conflict and more, Debra shares 3 ways that we can take good care of ourselves during crisis.
Debra A. Woog (pronounced like “Vogue” magazine) is a Crisis Navigation Partner™ with 30+ years of experience as a leadership researcher, executive and advisor. Her career path has included conducting research at Harvard Business School, advising tech start-ups on People Strategy, and directing admissions and career...
Parenting with Structure & Flexibility
Feb 24, 2023Here on the #8 ranked stress podcast, I partner with parents to keep an eye on the family's stress levels. This week we're talking about how to give kids a sense of control when we ask them to do something. Because we're trying to keep them safe and help them grow, we often give kids a lot of instructions. When kids feel like they don't have a lot of control they push back and conflict results. Today I share some ideas on how to foster a balance of structure (things you control) and flexibility (things your kids can control) in y...
Duration: 00:08:32How to Shift Your Energy
Feb 11, 2023In this episode of the #8 ranked stress podcast, I chat with Dr. Vic Manzo. He shares insights on how to be aware of the energy we bring to our family interactions. With relatable stories and practical exercises, Vic will empower you to change the energy you bring to your family interactions to improve your relationships.
Dr. Vic Manzo is an International Business Success Coach, Founder of the Billionaire’s Success Formula, Chiropractor, 3x Author, Podcaster and Speaker. He is the author of 3 books, the most recent, "Decoding The Matrix," which came out in May 2022. Dr. Vic is th...
Duration: 00:46:47When parenting doesn't go as planned
Feb 03, 2023In this episode of the #8 ranked stress podcast, I interview author Deborah Covell Fletcher about her experience raising twins. One of her daughters has severe disabilities and her other daughter dealt with bullying. With her characteristic humor and gentleness, Deb guides us through how she dealt with the emotions of those moments and the ways she transformed sadness into advocacy for herself an her children. Her stories are especially poignant for parents who feel like life isn't meeting their expectations. In Deb you'll find an ally as you figure out how to accept challenges while growing through them.
<... Duration: 00:47:36Accessing Peer Power
Jan 27, 2023In this episode of the #8-ranked stress podcast we are talking about the power of peer tutoring. Dr. Brian Johnson, owner of Peer Potential Consulting guides us through the many benefits of peer tutoring and outlines how easy it can be to set up a sustainable peer tutoring program at your child's school. With years of helping schools set up peer tutoring programs, Dr. Johnson's approach can be implemented in schools of any size and he's ready to help you advocate. I hear from so many listeners about how their children's teachers are stressed and close to burnout (teachers...
Duration: 00:47:54What's your word for the year?
Jan 20, 2023This week on the #8 ranked stress podcast I share a life hack from my dear friend Rochelle. Each year she chooses a word to focus on for the whole year. The word is kind of a touchstone and an inspiration for how she wants to live through the year. Different from an intention or a goal, the word is just a gentle reminder of the ways she wants to show up in all the places she shows up. On this episode I talk through the practice, geek out on some neuroscience around the power of pointing your attention at...
Duration: 00:08:23GAIN Your Way to a More Mindful Life
Jan 12, 2023In this episode of the #8 ranked stress podcast Greg Hammer, MD, Stanford School of Medicine professor, physician, best-selling author, and mindfulness expert shares tips to become more nonjudgmental and explains the benefits. With practices that you can easily try today, he guides us through his GAIN acronym, making it easy to remember the 4 steps to letting go of judgment. Of all the episodes I've recorded this is one of my very favorites because it describes the core practices & benefits of mindfulness in an accessible way and as you know, I want nothing more than for mindfulness to find it's...
Duration: 00:41:53Gratitude & Laughter as Stress Relief
Nov 25, 2022In this episode of the #8 ranked stress podcast we explore the power of gratitude when it comes to reducing stress. My guest, Phil Barth is a hilarious stress reducing author and keynote speaker. After suffering a "small" heart attack, he realized stress relief had to come first in order for him to keep his quality of life. In his playful and entertaining way, Phil shares a variety of tried and true ways to help you keep your stress levels in check.
More about Phil Barth...Following his recovery Phil started a daily gratitude practice on social media. He...
Duration: 00:39:39Easy Mindfulness Moments - The Mom Version
Nov 18, 2022In this episode I share simple ways to incorporate mindfulness throughout the day. Often we feel hesitant to practice mindfulness because we think it has to be complicated or because meditation seems foreign. In reality, mindfulness is being fully present and you can practice mindfulness in small ways throughout the day. Listen for some sure-fire ways to bring a little calm and presence into your life!
Lindsay Miller is a kids mindfulness coach, mindfulness educator and host of The Stress Nanny Podcast. She is known for her suitcase tricks and playful laugh. When she's not pl...
Duration: 00:15:24The Journey from Worry & Anxiety to Creativity
Nov 10, 2022In this episode, Sherly Anjanette and I talk about overcoming imposter syndrome and showing up courageously and intentionally. Sheryl's tools will help you stop beating yourself up and release the crippling hold of anxiety so you can tackle dreams both big and small. Listen and let go of the worry that you're not enough.
Sheryl Anjanette is an author (The Imposter Lies Within: Silence Your Inner Critic, Tame Your Fear, Unleash Your Badassery), international speaker, thought leader and trainer on the topics of Imposter Syndrome, Burnout and Peak Performance. As a natural extension of her 30-year career as...
Duration: 00:56:55Responding to Adversity Mindfully
Nov 03, 2022In this episode of the #8 ranked stress podcast, I chat with Kathleen Donnelly Israel who spent 14 years caring for her ailing husband. During that time she dove into her own healing journey and learned a lot in the process. After Ron's death, she decided to go to Europe and walk the Camino. During this episode we explore her journey and compare the things she learned to the figurative journeys we're all taking through life. If you're in the thick of struggle, this conversation will offer you insights on how to pare down what you're carrying, focus your mindset on...
Duration: 00:49:24Learning to Wonder
Oct 29, 2022In this episode of the #8 ranked stress podcast, I talk with Barbara Ann Mojica, author and created of the Little Miss History book series. She shares her insights on engaging kids in conversations, making history come alive and parenting in a way that builds wonder and connection. Using experiences she's gleaned from talking with readers around the world, Barbara's books and perspective will open up some great conversations in your home!
Barbara Ann Mojica, M.A. S.A.S., S.D.A is a historian and retired educator. Her education career spans more than forty years serving...
Duration: 00:43:48Roadmap to the benefits of mindfulness
Oct 21, 2022This week on the #8 stress podcast, I share 4 signs that you're accessing the benefits of mindfulness. When we begin our mindfulness practice we notice an increase in awareness, followed by a decrease in rumination, an increase in attention and emotional regulation. By sharing stories and explanations, I'll help you know what to expect as you practice mindfulness and how to gauge your progress. While these benefits can take time to cultivate, they have a significant impact on the quality of our lives and relationships. If you're curious about science-backed reasons to practice mindfulness, check out this APA article.
<... Duration: 00:17:09Alcohol Inks: Fun, Easy, Mindful Art for Busy Moms
Oct 14, 2022Do you get frustrated because your creative endeavors are constantly interrupted? Do you hesitate to start projects because you know you won't have time to finish them? Do you miss having a creative outlet? This week on the #8 stress podcast, I chat with Faigie Kobre who is an expert with alcohol inks. Alcohol inks are a fun and simple way to find creative expression especially if you feel like you "aren't very good at art." The beauty and simplicity of alcohol inks make them a great mindful art project for anyone! Listen for more on how to use them a...
Duration: 00:38:51Managing Frazzlebrain
Oct 06, 2022In this episode of the #8 ranked stress podcast, Dr. Gina Simmons Schneider shares tips from her book Frazzlebrain. Our conversation will help you see how anxiety, stress and anger combine to create moments of overwhelm and Dr. Schneider will share easy-to-implement strategies for bringing back a sense of calm. With her fantastic phrasing, Dr. Schneider's insights will help kids and grown-ups alike!
Dr. Gina Simmons Schneider is a licensed psychotherapist, award-winning blogger, certified coach, and corporate trainer. She is the author of Frazzlebrain: Break Free from Anxiety, Anger, and Stress Using Advanced Discoveries in Neuropsychology (Central Recovery Pr...
Duration: 00:53:495 More Happiness Hacks for Families
Sep 30, 2022This week I share 5 MORE research-backed steps for increasing the happiness levels in your home, along with examples for how to implement the steps. Based on the work of Christine Carter and her book Raising Happiness, this episode offers you simple, research-backed ways to elevate happiness in your home. If you're looking to create opportunities for happier kids and grown-ups, this episode's got you covered!
Lindsay Miller is a kids mindfulness coach, mindfulness educator and host of The Stress Nanny Podcast. She is known for her suitcase tricks and playful laugh. When she's not playing catch with her da...
Duration: 00:18:155 Happiness Hacks for Families
Sep 23, 2022This week I share 5 research-backed steps for increasing the happiness levels in your home, along with examples for how to implement the steps. Based on the work of Christine Carter and her book Raising Happiness, this episode offers you 5 simple ways to elevate happiness in your home. During this podcast, I mention other episodes on gratitude and these are a few you can listen to for gratitude practices: Gratitude BOT and Mindful Gratitude. Here's to more happiness in your house!
Lindsay Miller is a kids mindfulness coach, mindfulness educator and host of The Stress Nanny Podcast. She...
Duration: 00:15:39The Best Emotion App I've Seen
Sep 16, 2022In this episode I highlight the app "How We Feel" which is a tool I recommend for all grownups and kids! I'll share 4 reasons this app has the potential to dramatically improve your life! While this is not paid advertising, it is strong encouragement to take the time to uplevel your relationship with emotions!
Lindsay Miller is a kids mindfulness coach, mindfulness educator and host of The Stress Nanny Podcast. She is known for her suitcase tricks and playful laugh. When she's not playing catch with her daughter or rollerblading on local trails with her husband, you...
Duration: 00:10:423 Tips for Responding Calmly
Sep 09, 2022In this episode of the #8 ranked stress podcast, I guide you through 3 practices that I use to help parents respond calmly to emotional outbursts from kids. Whether it's a meltdown or overwhelm, it's easy to get caught up in all the emotion and react to the situation instead of responding intentionally. These three tips will empower you to use your own sense of calm in situations where you would otherwise start yelling. I'd love to hear which ones you try!
Lindsay Miller is a kids mindfulness coach, mindfulness educator and host of The Stress Nanny Podcast. She...
Duration: 00:10:05How to manage mom rage
Sep 02, 2022In this episode of the #8 ranked stress podcast, Florence Ann Romano and I talk about mom rage, where it comes from and how to handle it. When we feel overwhelmed by emotion it's easy to blame ourselves but Florence Ann helps us look at this problem with compassionate awareness and create support systems that respect our individual needs. With her down-to-earth advice and real-life examples, Florence Ann's words will leave you feeling nurtured and inspired to make changes for the better.
Florence Ann Romano, (www.FlorenceAnn.com), is an author, philanthropist, and childcare and village advocate who has...
Duration: 00:47:17How to stop arguing and start connecting
Aug 12, 2022In this episode, Conscious Communication expert Jem Fuller and I talk about how to decrease arguments and build connection. While this kind of mindful communication doesn't come naturally to most of us, it can be learned and the result is relationships that feel more connected and steady. If you are looking for ways to improve your communication with your partner and/or kids, this episode is for you! The link to the remote control I mention in the conversation can be found here.
Jem Fuller has lived a colorful, global life. From barefoot backpacker to corporate leader, f...
Duration: 01:08:103 Mindful Morning Moments
Aug 04, 2022In this episode of the #8 ranked stress podcast, I share three simple ways to incorporate mindfulness into your morning. When we start our day with mindfulness it's easier to return to that space throughout the day. We've primed the neural connections for calm, for presence and connection and we can return to them instead of frantically searching for mindfulness once our stress levels have already sky-rocketed. These three simple practices will just take a few minutes but they'll have a significant impact on your day.
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If you're...
Duration: 00:14:57Should we get a new pet?
Jul 29, 2022This episode on the #8 ranked stress podcast is all about pets! Dr. Carol Osborne walks us through the realistic expectations you should have when getting a new pet and gives you guidelines for helping kids to interact with and care for the pet responsibly. Her key tip is helping you thinking about which pet is the right fit for you, your family, and your lifestyle. Her age-specific recommendations make it easy to support kids as they learn to care for the family pet.
Dr. Carol Osborne, DVM is an author and world-renowned integrative veterinarian of twenty plus yea...
Duration: 00:25:42But I'm not an artist!
Jul 22, 2022This episode on the #8 ranked stress podcast is all about mindfully creating art. My guest Cynthia Hauk invites you to let go of criticism and judgment and engage with art for the fun of it. With simple, practical projects, Cynthia will help you get present as you get creative. We'll talk about indoor and outdoor art activities as well as the hurdles that trip people up when it comes to making art. Perfect for lazy summer days, this conversation will have you excited to play and create!
Cynthia Hauk, MFA (founder of Mindful Creative Muse), is passionate a...
Duration: 00:40:12Are your kids feeling disconnected?
Jul 14, 2022In this episode of the #8-ranked stress podcast, we're going to talk about an often-overlooked way to help kids feel connected. Heather Murphy is a family history expert who guides us through simple ways to share family stories to give kids a sense of resilience and belonging. With insights on how to use family history to foster confidence and connection, Heather will help you see how simple it can be to get started with learning your family's stories so that you can harness the power of family history.
Heather Murphy is a genealogist, mindset coach, and host...
Duration: 00:46:30Grieving the loss of a pet
Jul 08, 2022This week on the #8 ranked stress podcast we're talking about how to cope with the loss of a pet. Mindfulness and pet grief expert Sarah Chauncey shares insights about how the special connections we have with our pets creates a unique kind of grief. Her thoughtful and candid approach to being "fiercly present" through the end of a pet's life and the grief that follows the loss will help you feel understood and supported as you navigate your own pet loss or support a loved one who is grieving the loss of a furry friend.
Sarah Chauncey...
Duration: 00:57:32Supporting family members with chronic illness
Jun 30, 2022On this episode of the #8-ranked stress podcast, we're talking about how to deal with the stress of chronic illness. When someone in the family deals with a chronic illness it effects everyone in different ways. My guest, Kelsey Harris walks us through some of the challenges specific to chronic illness while sharing tips for practicing mindfulness and self-care. This show has some great metaphors and insights into the unique struggles of chronic illness along with a healthy dose of hope and encouragement to communicate with clarity to help everyone in the home deal with the stress. Listen in...
Duration: 00:55:18Helping Kids with Separation Anxiety
Jun 23, 2022On this episode, Florence Ann Romano helps us re-frame common struggles parents are facing in a post-covid world. Helping kids process emotion, deal with separation anxiety and work through fear takes compassion and communication. Florence Ann uses her decades of experience supporting families to help you take baby steps to get your kids back on track when it comes to social skills and independence. Listen for gentle wisdom and kid-friendly conversation ideas.
Florence Ann Romano, (www.FlorenceAnn.com), is an author, philanthropist, and childcare and village advocate who has always had a special place in her h...
Duration: 00:40:47Connecting with your kids
Jun 17, 2022In this episode, Connected Parenting Coach and international best-selling author Natalie Syrmopoulos talks with us about her four pillars for intentional parenting. No matter where you are on your parenting journey, her down-to-earth examples and simple action steps will help you create intentional, connected moments with your kids. With an emphasis on self-care, Natalie's perspective is always one that I love to share on the show and I'm excited to bring you this episode! Natalie mentions a special gift for guests. To access her gift go to this link and enter code VIPCANADA
Natalie Syrmopoulos is...
Duration: 00:51:20Wading through confusion
Jun 03, 2022On this episode with America's Psychiatrist, Dr. Carole Lieberman helps parents and kids move through the confusion of the past few years into a place of intentional action. Encouraging parents to get involved in their children's lives, Dr. Lieberman says the biggest mistake we can make is thinking kids aren't impacted by world events. She gives some simple tools and activities parents can use to talk with kids about hard things. We touch on post-pandemic struggles kids are having, reactions to the war in the Ukraine and the general sense of uncertainty that is floating around. With years of...
Duration: 00:32:34Talking with our kids about tragedy
May 27, 2022On this episode I share some simple things to keep in mind while talking with kids about tragedy. Taken from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network, these steps will help you have conversations with your kids that support healing, compassion and empowerment. Learning to have hard conversations and show up for our kids during moments of tragedy can be really humbling and it can be one of the biggest gifts we offer our kids. It's worth navigating the stress we feel to help them process their grief, fear and overwhelm.
For more resources check out the...
Duration: 00:14:06Untangling Stress
May 19, 2022Here on The Stress Nanny, the #8 Stress Podcast we talk through common stressors and how to minimize stress and build resilience. In this week's solo episode, I share an analogy for understanding how to tease apart stress. Comparing stress to a skein of yarn with a bunch of knots and tangles, I'll walk you through identifying what strands might be part of your stress knot. Once we get some clarity on which stressors we're dealing with, we can start to get clarity on how to work through them, slowing untangling the stress and allowing for greater functionality (in both...
Duration: 00:17:24Conflict Resolution for People Pleasers
May 12, 2022On this episode I chat with Jerry Fu who teaches people how to engage with conflice skillfully. Jerry is REALLY SMART and he's used years of research on conflict resolution to come up with 5 steps to help even the most conflict-averse navigate challenging moments. With steps like "10 seconds of courage" Jerry will guide us through his framework and help us to navigate conflict in family life and at work. If you have conflicts around everyday tasks like putting away laundry (like I do :)) you'll especially love his insights! Please don't forget to rate the podcast here.
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Duration: 00:46:01Decrease Stress with Mindful Movement
May 05, 2022On this episode Sifu Rubia Smolens walks us through the benefits of Tai Chi and shares some simple ways to phrase this mindful movement practice for kids and adults. Learning to slow down can be challenging in our fast-paced world but adopting a practice like Tai Chi or Qi Gong can make it easier to create a mindful-movement habit which can help us access calm anytime. For many years, Rubia has introduced people to tai chi. Her practices are easy to relate to and learn. Give them a try! She is offering a free Qi Gong course to listeners...
Duration: 00:42:28See ya later fear!
Apr 28, 2022In this episode, I speak with the inspiring Sharon Coleman about her experiences letting go of fear. Sharon has a profound connection to love and she encourages listeners to recognize the love that is always available to them. When we live from this place of love fear isn't an issue. Our lives today are full of a variety of fears and Sharon's genuine message invites us all to loosen the grip of fear and live more fully.
Sharon Coleman is no stranger to failure and difficulty. At 26, she was living in poverty, divorced, and alcoholic. From...
Duration: 00:48:12The ABCs of Mindfulness
Apr 21, 2022On this episode, I guide you through the ABCs of Mindfulness. This is a simple and effective tool that can transform any moment. It's best introduced and practiced when kids are calm and then it can be utilized during moments of stress. You can use this tool in a variety of situations and I share several examples in this episode. It was originally shared in A Still Quiet Space by Amy Saltzman and then referenced by Karla Naumburg in her book Ready, Set Breathe. I'm excited to hear how this exercise works for you!
If you...
Duration: 00:14:16Cornhole: The Solution You Never Knew You Needed
Apr 14, 2022Who knew that cornhole had so many benefits?! On this episode, Michelle Thompson and I unpack the game of cornhole and the variety of ways that it helps families thrive. Easy to learn and simple to play, cornhole can help you talk with your spouse, spend time with your teens and connect with your community. Quickly becoming a shared passion among multiple generations, cornhole is one of the few games that anyone can truly excel at. Listen for more on how cornhole might just be the solution you never knew you needed.
Michelle is a women’s...
Duration: 00:46:22Raising Healthy Eaters
Apr 07, 2022This week's episode is all about helping kids develop a healthy relationship with food. Dietician and Eating Disorder Expert Jessica Setnick guides us through the ways we inadvertently send mixed messages about food to our kids. By removing shame and judgment from eating, her stories and insights will change the way you think about food and talk about it with your kids.
Jessica Setnick is known by eating disorder professionals worldwide for bringing a new vision of eating disorder care to the field. Through her training workshop, Eating Disorders Boot Camp, and hundreds of conference and...
Duration: 00:51:32Let's Get Real: Parenting Without Comparison
Mar 31, 2022In this episode, Lisa Sugarman and I talk about how to be more gentle with ourselves as parents. With respect for the variety of moments that come with raising kids, Lisa encourages us to be adventurous right alongside our kids so that we can relate to their experiences more fully. Inviting us to let go of comparison and accept ourselves and our kids as we are right now, she makes it easy to sit back and be present in all our parenting moments.
Lisa Sugarman is a parenting author, a nationally syndicated humor columnist, and a...
Duration: 00:44:32How do I handle my child's risky behavior?
Mar 25, 2022In this episode, parenting expert Aaron Huey and I go deep into some of the most challenging parenting moments. Covering behaviors like addiction, suicide, sneaking out and recklessness, Aaron invites parents to find a sense of steadiness amidst chaos and communicate more effectively. Using his years of experience in residential treatment as well as his own experiences, Aaron's words will leave you feeling empowered and seen.
Aaron Huey is the Founder of “Parenting Teens that Struggle” and the host of the #1 Parenting Podcast “Beyond Risk and Back” which is Mental Health News Radio Network's highest-rated show internat...
Duration: 00:58:34How do I handle my child's risky behavior?
Mar 25, 2022In this episode, parenting expert Aaron Huey and I go deep into some of the most challenging parenting moments. Covering behaviors like addiction, suicide, sneaking out and recklessness, Aaron invites parents to find a sense of steadiness amidst chaos and communicate more effectively. Using his years of experience in residential treatment as well as his own experiences, Aaron's words will leave you feeling empowered and seen.
Aaron Huey is the Founder of “Parenting Teens that Struggle” and the host of the #1 Parenting Podcast “Beyond Risk and Back” which is Mental Health News Radio Network's highes...
Duration: 00:58:34Helping Kids Try New Things
Mar 17, 2022In this episode I share another of my favorite mindfulness tools to help kids widen their green zones and try new things. The green zone is the space where kids are flexible, open and able to adapt. When kids are in their green zone they are willing to try new things. When kids are stressed or in new situations their green zones can shrink. As parents and caregivers, we can help kids develop awareness and tools to navigate moments that are beyond their green zones and feel chaotic or rigid. With simple examples and a clear explanation of what...
Duration: 00:15:09Lessen the Stress of Chronic Illness
Mar 10, 2022In this episode Kelsey Harris and I talk about how to shift your mindset and find support to lessen the massive amounts of stress that accompany chronic illness. As a psychotherapist, Kelsey shares simple and effective tools that bring more peace and meaning to those who have chronic illness. She says that hard things are a part of life but suffering is optional. This conversation will have you re-thinking what is possible when it comes to chronic illness.
Kelsey Harris is a a writer and registered clinical counselor living in British Columbia, Canada. Having navigated her ow...
Duration: 00:59:23Self-Care During Divorce
Mar 03, 2022In this episode, Jacqueline Newman shares her perspective on what divorce is like post-covid. With over 20 years of practice as a divorce attorney, she sympathizes with listeners who are navigating divorce after two years of exhaustion and we talk about ways to help kids build a positive, resilient story around divorce. As a lawyer who practices the collaborative divorce process, Jacqueline brings awareness to the multi-dimensional impact of divorce and offers a wise perspective on how to make divorce as smooth as possible.
Jacqueline Newman (https://nycdivorcelawyer.com), is a managing partner at the matrimonial law firm Berkman B...
Name Your Mice
Feb 24, 2022In this episode, David Wood teaches us how to artfully communicate needs and wants that often go unexpressed. Helping all of us shorten the gap between who we are and how we show up in the world, David's insights will help us live more authentically with greater connection.
David is a former consulting actuary to Fortune 100 companies. He built the world’s largest coaching business, becoming #1 on Google for life coaching and coaching thousands of hours in 12 countries around the globe. He coaches high performing business owners to double revenue, and their time off by focusing on les...
Phone Camera = Mindfulness Tool
Feb 17, 2022In this episode I share a fun and simple way to teach kids mindfulness using your phone camera. By helping them zoom in and focus on certain objects we teach them present moment awareness and be helping them zoom out and see context we teach them big picture thinking. The activity is simple, your main job is just to ask questions and help them "see" even more with each view. This short exercise can be repeated again and again is a great way to bring mindfulness into everyday moments.
Lindsay Miller wants to make your life easier. She's spe...
How does tapping work?
Feb 10, 2022In this episode, EFT and tapping expert Lauren Fonvielle shares quick and effective practices for working through emotion and letting go of struggle and frustration. Her relatable stories and easy to follow practices enable you to try tapping during the episode!
Lauren Fonvielle is an Integrative Energy Practitioner, specializing in EFT/ Tapping for stress, anxiety, and trauma. She guides her clients on a journey of self healing breaking through obstacles - physical, mental, or emotional - that are keeping them feeling stuck and in pain. You can find out more about Lauren and her work on her website.<...
How can I help my kids through hard things?
Feb 03, 2022In this episode Dr. John Huber talks with us about how to support kids through adversity instead of clearing all the adversity for them. He shares practical examples for dealing with everyday parenting moments as well as effective solutions for helping kids deal with traumatic experiences like abuse. His friendly manner and down-to-earth compassion will have you laughing and feeling more hopeful about the hard things in your life.
Dr. John Huber is the CEO of Tripsitter.clinic as well as a mental health professional for over 20 years, Dr. Huber is a clinical forensic psychologist & a practitioner with...
Mindful Tools for Meltdowns
Jan 27, 2022In this episode I share some mindful ways to work with meltdowns using practical items like a snowman and a snowglobe. Listen with your family and learn fun and effective tools for calming overactive thoughts soothing yourself with the breath. These are kid-favorites!
Lindsay Miller wants to make your life easier. She's spent several decades navigating really hard things like infertility, marital conflict, loss, moving, starting businesses, parenting, and managing a chronic illness just to name a few. Her secret to making it through those experiences with her health and sanity intact is managing her physical, mental and em...
How can I let go of emotional baggage from divorce?
Jan 20, 2022In this episode, Erin Breeze walks us through the mindset shifts that can support moms and kids after divorce. With amazing analogies, Erin's authentic perspective is an invitation to let go of guilt, shame and emotional baggage in favor of creating a powerful, energized future full of joy, freedom and connection. This conversation has gems for anyone experiencing divorce or anyone who loves moms/kids who have been through divorce. I also think this episode is incredible for anyone who needs hope while navigating hard things.
Erin's specialty is in helping moms Celebrate their Marriage as Complete in ord...