Family Confidential: Secrets of Successful Parenting with Annie Fox, M.Ed. show

Family Confidential: Secrets of Successful Parenting with Annie Fox, M.Ed.

Summary: Family Confidential: Secrets of Successful Parenting is a biweekly podcast that focuses on 21st century parenting challenges and solutions. Hosted by Annie Fox and produced by Electric Eggplant, Family Confidential brings you practical parenting advice through in-depth conversations with authors, educators and therapists. If you're a parent of a tween or teen, this series is for you. In fact, you can become part of the series by sending in your parenting questions and getting direct answers. These recorded discussions help parents strengthen family connections by providing tips, child-rearing insight and practical tools for guiding your kids through the teen years and beyond. FamilyConfidential.com

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 FCV087: Beautiful Project — Guest: Naomi Katz | File Type: video/x-m4v | Duration: 00:21:09

Everyone has heard the voice of his or her own "inner critic" taking pot shots at us during times of low self-confidence. For many girls and women that inner critic often mutters (or shouts) about how we look. A running internal monologue of body-shaming can become so ubiquitous we don't even know we're doing it. And yet, without awareness of this self-abuse, how can women truly gain the confidence we need to reach our full potential? How can we stop seeing other women as competitors in a universal beauty competition and start seeing them as friends, mentors, and sister in a support network? Annie talks with Naomi Katz, teacher and author of "Beautiful: Being an Empowered Young Woman", about Beautiful Project, her initiative to empower women to take action into our own hands, to understand that we are the builders of our culture and that we drive the changes that we wish to see, beginning with ourselves and echoing into our communities. About Naomi Katz (@ModelSelfEsteem) Naomi Katz is a writer and teacher and has been working with young women for over 15 years. She is the author of "Beautiful: Being an Empowered Young Woman", and founder of Beautiful Project, a curricular initiative dedicated to building self confidence among adolescent girls and young women. Her work is a call to attention, to recognize that we are the creators of our culture. She focuses on empowering ourselves to take action into our own hands, to understand that we are the builders of our culture and that we drive the changes that we wish to see, beginning with ourselves and echoing into our communities. learn more at http://BeautifulProject.net. Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

 FCV086 Guiding Gifted Kids, James T. Webb, Ph.D., ABPP-Cl | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:22:01

The term "special education" is typically used to define "instruction/classes for children with special needs because of physical or learning problems." But what about the special needs of gifted kids? And who falls into that category? The classic definition states that gifted children are those with unusual ability or potential in any one or more of 4-5 areas. Those are: intellect, academics, creativity, performing arts, or leadership. How much ability? How much potential? According to Dr. Jim Webb, author of "A Parent's Guide to Gifted Children", relying solely on that definition is like asking "how dark does dark blue have to be before it is navy blue or darker?" Annie talks with Jim about gifted kids and how parents can best help them understand and use their gifts. About Jim Webb (@SENG_gifted) James T. Webb, Ph.D., ABPP-Cl, a licensed and board-certified psychologist, has been recognized as one of the 25 most influential psychologists nationally on gifted education. In 1981, Dr. Webb established SENG (Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted), a national nonprofit organization that provides information, training, conferences, and workshops to parents and educators of gifted children, and he remains as Chair of SENG's Professional Advisory Committee. Another outstanding resource for parents of gifted kids is Hoagies' Gifted Education Page (http://www.hoagiesgifted.org), a website full of articles, books, and links to help support parents, teachers, and gifted children alike. Dr. Webb, has appeared on such national media outlets as Good Morning America, CNN, and National Public Radio. He has served on the Board of Directors for the National Association for Gifted Children and was President of the American Association for Gifted Children. Currently, Dr. Webb is President of Great Potential Press, Inc. He is the lead co-author of several award-winning books including: "A Parent's Guide to Gifted Children" and "Grandparents' Guide to Gifted Children". Learn more at http://GreatPotentialPress.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

 FCV086: Guiding Gifted Kids — Guest: James T. Webb, Ph.D., ABPP-Cl | File Type: video/x-m4v | Duration: 00:22:01

The term "special education" is typically used to define "instruction/classes for children with special needs because of physical or learning problems." But what about the special needs of gifted kids? And who falls into that category? The classic definition states that gifted children are those with unusual ability or potential in any one or more of 4-5 areas. Those are: intellect, academics, creativity, performing arts, or leadership. How much ability? How much potential? According to Dr. Jim Webb, author of "A Parent's Guide to Gifted Children", relying solely on that definition is like asking "how dark does dark blue have to be before it is navy blue or darker?" Annie talks with Jim about gifted kids and how parents can best help them understand and use their gifts. About Jim Webb (@SENG_gifted) James T. Webb, Ph.D., ABPP-Cl, a licensed and board-certified psychologist, has been recognized as one of the 25 most influential psychologists nationally on gifted education. In 1981, Dr. Webb established SENG (Supporting Emotional Needs of the Gifted), a national nonprofit organization that provides information, training, conferences, and workshops to parents and educators of gifted children, and he remains as Chair of SENG's Professional Advisory Committee. Another outstanding resource for parents of gifted kids is Hoagies' Gifted Education Page (http://www.hoagiesgifted.org), a website full of articles, books, and links to help support parents, teachers, and gifted children alike. Dr. Webb, has appeared on such national media outlets as Good Morning America, CNN, and National Public Radio. He has served on the Board of Directors for the National Association for Gifted Children and was President of the American Association for Gifted Children. Currently, Dr. Webb is President of Great Potential Press, Inc. He is the lead co-author of several award-winning books including: "A Parent's Guide to Gifted Children" and "Grandparents' Guide to Gifted Children". Learn more at http://GreatPotentialPress.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

 FCV085 Performing Under Pressure, Hendrie Weisinger | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:28:04

Tweens and teens often procrastinate. And when they do, parents may resort to threats, bribes, and/or pep talks. Some parents may lose it and say something like this, "Your whole future is riding on your SAT scores. When the hell are you going to start studying?!" Guess what? Those choice words only add to the pressure your child is already feeling. And nobody works better under pressure. According to Dr. Hendrie "Hank" Weisinger, "Regardless of the task, pressure ruthlessly diminishes our judgment, decision-making, attention, dexterity, and performance in every professional and personal arena." Not what we are going for. Pressure situations are part of every child's life. That's not going to change. Annie talks with Hank about ways parents can help their kids perform under pressure. About Hendrie Weisinger (@PressureTweets) Dr. Hendrie Weisinger is an influential psychologist and two-time New York Times bestselling author. Performing under pressure, giving and taking criticism, managing emotions, responding effectively to the feelings and emotions of others, motivating oneself and others and resolving conflict are all "emotional intelligence skills" that are part of Dr. Weisinger's expertise that has been recognized and sought out by leading business schools, influential government agencies, Fortune 500 Companies, and dozens of professional organizations such as The Young Presidents' Organization. He is a popular blogger for PsychologyToday.com, Huffington Post, and other sites. Dr. Weisinger's books include "Emotional Intelligence at Work", "The Genius of Instinct" and the recent New York Times Bestseller "Performing Under Pressure". Learn more at http://HendrieWeisingerPhd.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

 FCV085: Performing Under Pressure — Guest: Hendrie Weisinger | File Type: video/x-m4v | Duration: 00:28:04

Tweens and teens often procrastinate. And when they do, parents may resort to threats, bribes, and/or pep talks. Some parents may lose it and say something like this, "Your whole future is riding on your SAT scores. When the hell are you going to start studying?!" Guess what? Those choice words only add to the pressure your child is already feeling. And nobody works better under pressure. According to Dr. Hendrie "Hank" Weisinger, "Regardless of the task, pressure ruthlessly diminishes our judgment, decision-making, attention, dexterity, and performance in every professional and personal arena." Not what we are going for. Pressure situations are part of every child's life. That's not going to change. Annie talks with Hank about ways parents can help their kids perform under pressure. About Hendrie Weisinger (@PressureTweets) Dr. Hendrie Weisinger is an influential psychologist and two-time New York Times bestselling author. Performing under pressure, giving and taking criticism, managing emotions, responding effectively to the feelings and emotions of others, motivating oneself and others and resolving conflict are all "emotional intelligence skills" that are part of Dr. Weisinger's expertise that has been recognized and sought out by leading business schools, influential government agencies, Fortune 500 Companies, and dozens of professional organizations such as The Young Presidents' Organization. He is a popular blogger for PsychologyToday.com, Huffington Post, and other sites. Dr. Weisinger's books include "Emotional Intelligence at Work", "The Genius of Instinct" and the recent New York Times Bestseller "Performing Under Pressure". Learn more at http://HendrieWeisingerPhd.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

 FCV084 #RethinkLabels, Tony Weber | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:15:48

We label people we don't understand. We label people we fear. We label people we have written off as not being worthy of our time or friendship. Labeling people makes them easier to hate. Labeling people can trick us into believing that our hate is justified. The Diversity Center of Northeastern Ohio is a human relations organization dedicated to eliminating bias, bigotry, and racism. Today's podcast is about The Center and its new film, #RethinkLabels, which brings more awareness to the way we use labels to describe other people. Please watch the powerful, 4 minute #RethinkLabels film produced by Goldfarb Weber Creative Media for The Diversity Center. https://youtu.be/0WJlDvNzNN0 Share it with your children. Discuss it. Listen to what your kids have to say about labels. Have a look at a two-day lesson plan for reducing bias and stereotypes in the classroom. Together we can help build communities where all people are connected, respected, and valued. About The Diversity Center (@Diversity_NEO) The Diversity Center's story beings in 1927, when leaders from different faiths met in Cleveland in response to organized campaigns of hatred spreading across America. Today, through ongoing programs for young people and adults, it carries out its mission to build communities where all people are connected, respected, and valued. Annie speaks with Tony Weber, CEO of Goldfarb Weber Creative Media, about the making of #ReThinkLabels and the role we all have in making our communities more equitable places for everyone. Learn more at http://www.diversitycenterneo.org Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

 FCV084: #RethinkLabels — Guest: Tony Weber | File Type: video/x-m4v | Duration: 00:15:48

We label people we don't understand. We label people we fear. We label people we have written off as not being worthy of our time or friendship. Labeling people makes them easier to hate. Labeling people can trick us into believing that our hate is justified. The Diversity Center of Northeastern Ohio is a human relations organization dedicated to eliminating bias, bigotry, and racism. Today's podcast is about The Center and its new film, #RethinkLabels, which brings more awareness to the way we use labels to describe other people. Please watch the powerful, 4 minute #RethinkLabels film produced by Goldfarb Weber Creative Media for The Diversity Center. https://youtu.be/0WJlDvNzNN0 Share it with your children. Discuss it. Listen to what your kids have to say about labels. Have a look at a two-day lesson plan for reducing bias and stereotypes in the classroom. Together we can help build communities where all people are connected, respected, and valued. About The Diversity Center (@Diversity_NEO) The Diversity Center's story beings in 1927, when leaders from different faiths met in Cleveland in response to organized campaigns of hatred spreading across America. Today, through ongoing programs for young people and adults, it carries out its mission to build communities where all people are connected, respected, and valued. Annie speaks with Tony Weber, CEO of Goldfarb Weber Creative Media, about the making of #ReThinkLabels and the role we all have in making our communities more equitable places for everyone. Learn more at http://www.diversitycenterneo.org Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

 FCV083 Twenty-first Century Dads, Aaron Schiller | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:19:46

Are 21st Century Dads really all that different from 20th century dads? According to parent coach Aaron Schiller, "Today's dads around the world are changing more diapers than ever before." A welcome change, for sure, but in what other ways are dads stepping into a more prominent role in the lives of their sons and daughters? Annie talks with Aaron about helping dads transition into a hands-on relationship with their children, especially if they themselves had a mostly "hands-off" kind of father growing up. About Aaron Schiller (@CoachSchiller) Aaron Schiller coaches and counsels kids and parents who are struggling, like so many of us do–with divorce, school, behavior, a crisis, a big change, or even just feeling disconnected from each other, and he's developed an in-home, whole family model that reaches kids and adults where they live. Aaron has more than fifteen years of experience working with young people as a former Special Education Teacher, Group Home Counselor and Youth Sports Coach. He is also the founder of the Mindful Father Experience, a training designed to support dads in their journey to be more involved, patient, accepting, and loving parents. Learn more about Aaron and his work at http://CoachSchiller.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

 FCV083: Twenty-first Century Dads — Guest: Aaron Schiller | File Type: video/x-m4v | Duration: 00:19:46

Are 21st Century Dads really all that different from 20th century dads? According to parent coach Aaron Schiller, "Today's dads around the world are changing more diapers than ever before." A welcome change, for sure, but in what other ways are dads stepping into a more prominent role in the lives of their sons and daughters? Annie talks with Aaron about helping dads transition into a hands-on relationship with their children, especially if they themselves had a mostly "hands-off" kind of father growing up. About Aaron Schiller (@CoachSchiller) Aaron Schiller coaches and counsels kids and parents who are struggling, like so many of us do–with divorce, school, behavior, a crisis, a big change, or even just feeling disconnected from each other, and he's developed an in-home, whole family model that reaches kids and adults where they live. Aaron has more than fifteen years of experience working with young people as a former Special Education Teacher, Group Home Counselor and Youth Sports Coach. He is also the founder of the Mindful Father Experience, a training designed to support dads in their journey to be more involved, patient, accepting, and loving parents. Learn more about Aaron and his work at http://CoachSchiller.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

 FCV082 FCV082 Flying Without a Helicopter, Joanie Connell, Ph.D. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:17:25

Parents often have the best intentions. We want the best (and the most) for our kids. But when parents consistently over-function in their role by stepping in and doing the work for the kids, they may end up raising young adults who under-function. "We see in the workplace that these young people aren't as resilient, as adaptable, not as able to be independent or to communicate effectively because they haven't had the opportunity to learn those skills, " says psychologist Joanie Connell, author of Flying Without a Helicopter: How To Prepare Young People for Work and Life. Annie talks with Joanie about parenting with a lighter touch so your kids can learn to do the heavy work life requires of them. About Joanie Connell (@ConnellLessons) Joanie Connell, PhD., is an organizational consultant and leadership coach who specializes in maximizing leadership potential, and the founder and CEO of Flexible Work Solutions, Inc. Dr. Connell works with companies to attract, develop, and retain top talent. Her clients are from Fortune 100 companies, not-for-profit and government agencies, and high tech, biotech, healthcare, finance, legal and other industries. As a professor, she has taught business and psychology students at all academic levels. Learn more at http://FlyingWithout.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

 FCV082: FCV082 Flying Without a Helicopter — Guest: Joanie Connell, Ph.D. | File Type: video/x-m4v | Duration: 00:17:25

Parents often have the best intentions. We want the best (and the most) for our kids. But when parents consistently over-function in their role by stepping in and doing the work for the kids, they may end up raising young adults who under-function. "We see in the workplace that these young people aren't as resilient, as adaptable, not as able to be independent or to communicate effectively because they haven't had the opportunity to learn those skills, " says psychologist Joanie Connell, author of Flying Without a Helicopter: How To Prepare Young People for Work and Life. Annie talks with Joanie about parenting with a lighter touch so your kids can learn to do the heavy work life requires of them. About Joanie Connell (@ConnellLessons) Joanie Connell, PhD., is an organizational consultant and leadership coach who specializes in maximizing leadership potential, and the founder and CEO of Flexible Work Solutions, Inc. Dr. Connell works with companies to attract, develop, and retain top talent. Her clients are from Fortune 100 companies, not-for-profit and government agencies, and high tech, biotech, healthcare, finance, legal and other industries. As a professor, she has taught business and psychology students at all academic levels. Learn more at http://FlyingWithout.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

 FCV081 Parent Shaming, Mercedes Samudio | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:19:43

Parents are very tuned in to other parents. When we see something in public looks like "bad" parenting, our impulse to judge may be to strong to resist. But a snapshot of a situation doesn't often tell the whole story. You don't know what came before, and you don't know what's going to happen after. Rushing to judgment doesn't help child or parent. It takes a village to raise a child, but what's a concerned villager to do? "Instead of me assuming that (the parent under pressure) needs parenting help, and that I know what you need, it's better to say to come in with curiosity," says parent coach, Mercedes Samudio. "You might say to that parent, 'Hi. How are you doing? What do you need?' That gives the parent a chance to tell you what (if anything) he or she might need in the moment. And if you can help. Great!" Annie talks with Mercedes about ways to help other parents in need rather than rushing to judgement and parent shaming. About Mercedes Samudio (@ParentSkillz) Mercedes Samudio, MSW, works with families to help them develop healthy communication skills, coping skills to manage behaviors, manage severe emotional issues, develop, create dynamic parent-child relationships, and navigate social media & technology. She has worked with adoptive families, foster families teen parents, parents navigating the child protective services system, and children living with mental illness. Mercedes focuses on parent coaching and guiding families to reducing unwanted behaviors, developing effective parenting strategies, creating healthy communication habits, and designing social media/tech plans for their household. Learn more at http://TheParentingSkill.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

 FCV081: Parent Shaming — Guest: Mercedes Samudio | File Type: video/x-m4v | Duration: 00:19:43

Parents are very tuned in to other parents. When we see something in public looks like "bad" parenting, our impulse to judge may be to strong to resist. But a snapshot of a situation doesn't often tell the whole story. You don't know what came before, and you don't know what's going to happen after. Rushing to judgment doesn't help child or parent. It takes a village to raise a child, but what's a concerned villager to do? "Instead of me assuming that (the parent under pressure) needs parenting help, and that I know what you need, it's better to say to come in with curiosity," says parent coach, Mercedes Samudio. "You might say to that parent, 'Hi. How are you doing? What do you need?' That gives the parent a chance to tell you what (if anything) he or she might need in the moment. And if you can help. Great!" Annie talks with Mercedes about ways to help other parents in need rather than rushing to judgement and parent shaming. About Mercedes Samudio (@ParentSkillz) Mercedes Samudio, MSW, works with families to help them develop healthy communication skills, coping skills to manage behaviors, manage severe emotional issues, develop, create dynamic parent-child relationships, and navigate social media & technology. She has worked with adoptive families, foster families teen parents, parents navigating the child protective services system, and children living with mental illness. Mercedes focuses on parent coaching and guiding families to reducing unwanted behaviors, developing effective parenting strategies, creating healthy communication habits, and designing social media/tech plans for their household. Learn more at http://TheParentingSkill.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

 FCV080 Bullying. A rite of passage?!, Tammy Motola | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:19:38

Bullying is a learned behavior, and we want the perpetrators to _unlearn_ it as quickly as possible. But what and how can targeted kids teach the aggressor? Obviously, if a child is being harassed, he or she needs to tell somebody. But who should kids turn to for help? According to anti-bully activist Tammy Motola, "More than three million kids are bullied at school each year, but only _four percent_ of teachers intervene while that's taking place." Why so few? Is it because "kids will be kids" and according to many adults, bullying is a "rite of passage"? Annie talks with Tammy about the current state of bullying in schools and what we can do to help our kids. About Tammy Motola (@tmotola) Tammy Motola is passionate about healthcare and has a background in nursing and behavioral health. Her desire to help others is evident in her advocacy work across the country and other parts of the world where she speaks frequently about bullying and the effects. She is the founder of Rezilir Health, a healthcare group that is creating resilient health communities by focusing on everything from nutrition to the environment which impacts our health and overall wellbeing. She is the proud mother of four grown children. Learn more at http://TammyMotola.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

 FCV080: Bullying. A rite of passage?! — Guest: Tammy Motola | File Type: video/x-m4v | Duration: 00:19:38

Bullying is a learned behavior, and we want the perpetrators to _unlearn_ it as quickly as possible. But what and how can targeted kids teach the aggressor? Obviously, if a child is being harassed, he or she needs to tell somebody. But who should kids turn to for help? According to anti-bully activist Tammy Motola, "More than three million kids are bullied at school each year, but only _four percent_ of teachers intervene while that's taking place." Why so few? Is it because "kids will be kids" and according to many adults, bullying is a "rite of passage"? Annie talks with Tammy about the current state of bullying in schools and what we can do to help our kids. About Tammy Motola (@tmotola) Tammy Motola is passionate about healthcare and has a background in nursing and behavioral health. Her desire to help others is evident in her advocacy work across the country and other parts of the world where she speaks frequently about bullying and the effects. She is the founder of Rezilir Health, a healthcare group that is creating resilient health communities by focusing on everything from nutrition to the environment which impacts our health and overall wellbeing. She is the proud mother of four grown children. Learn more at http://TammyMotola.com Copyright © 2009-2018 Annie Fox and Electric Eggplant. All Rights Reserved.

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