Mental Health Matters
Talking mental health! Each week we break down different aspects of life and how to cope. Tune in each Thursday.
Episodes
239 episodes
Helping Teens Trust Themselves
This week we explore the importance of letting teens and young kids make decisions for themselves. We discuss how it builds their confidence and enables them to build their own moral compass. Get in in contact with Jeremiah and Seli...
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33:21
When Your Child is the Bully
This week we discuss the difficulties of your own child exhibiting bullying behavior. We explain the importance of separating the behavior from the identity and the importance of empathy. Get in in contact with Jeremiah a...
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31:37
Teen Bullying
This week we explore ways to appropriately respond when you find out that your teen or child is being bullied. We discuss when to let your kids handle it versus when it's time to step in as a parent. Get in in contact with Jeremiah ...
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Teen Pronography Exposure
This week we explain the dangers of teenagers using, or being exposed to pornography. We discuss ways we can respond when we discover that our teen has been exposed or is viewing porn and why it's important to have the discussion of the dangers...
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34:40
Why Teen Mistakes Can Strengthen Relationships
This week we discuss why it's healthy and normal for teens to make mistakes. We also talk about how to manage our own emotions when our teens make mistakes. Get in in contact with Jeremiah and Selina today for a free coac...
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Teaching Teens About Gratitude
This week we discuss the importance of gratitude in mental health. We explain why it can be hard for teens to feel or express gratitude and practices we can implement to help. Get in in contact with Jeremiah and Selina today for a f...
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The Gift of Responsibility
This week we talk about chores! We discuss how chores can be used to teach responsibility as well as give a sense of belonging within the family. We explain the importance of using it as as opportunity to teach life-skills rather than using cho...
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32:36
Blending Families
This week we explore the complexities of blending families through marriage after divorce or death. We discuss the importance of connection as well as allowing relationships to develop naturally. References: The Let...
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33:46
Relationships with Adult Children Part 2
This week we discuss how we can navigate maintaining connection with our adult children when they are fully independent. We give tips for navigating grandchildren as well as holidays with our children who are married. Get in in cont...
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36:03
Influence from Grandparents and Other Adults
This week we discuss the important influence grandparents and other trusted adults can have in the lives of our children. We share experiences with our own grandparents. Also, how to navigate disagreements in parenting styles. Get i...
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34:13
Adding to the Family
This week we talk about how to stay connected with teens when adding to the family either through birth, adoption or blending families. We discuss the importance of giving teens responsibilities while also still allowing them their space and fr...
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Relationships with Adult Children - Launching
This week we start part one of relationships with adult children. We discuss how are roles change as parents once our child graduates high school and is ready to be an independent adult. We discuss the importance of boundaries and staying conne...
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Listeners Story - Journey Through Child Loss
This week we welcome Lawrence and Melissa Stone to discuss their book "Our Story[s]: The Unique Stories of a Husband and Wife’s Journey Through Child Loss". They vulnerably share with us how they pulled through difficult times. Orde...
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Questioning Beliefs
This week we explain that it's normal for kids to try and individuate from their parents. We discuss that while it can be scary for kids to question their beliefs, it can also be a time to strengthen and build connection. Get in in ...
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Sharing Your Story of Suicidal Ideation
TRIGER WARNING: If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal ideation or a mental health crisis please call 988 or go immediately to the emergency room. This week we have a guest who shares an incredibly vulnerable and...
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37:53
Breaking the Silence and Building a Safety Net
TRIGER WARNING: If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal ideation or a mental health crisis please call 988 or go immediately to the emergency room. This week we discuss why silence about suicide can be harmful. We...
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27:04
Understanding and Recognizing Teen Suicide
TRIGER WARNING: If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal ideation or a mental health crisis please call 988 or go immediately to the emergency room. This week we discuss the importance of talking to kids about suic...
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33:54
Talking With Teens About Tough Topics
This week we discuss the importance of normalizing uncomfortable to big topics with our teens that might be hard to talk about. We also talk about the importance of staying calm and what to do if you notice signs of suicidal ideation. ...
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Staying Connected When Teens Pull Away
This week we explain the natural development process of teens gaining autonomy from their parents and what parents can do to cope with that. We discuss the importance of continuing to develop a good relationship while also exploring ways to bui...
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30:36
Helping Teens Set Boundaries With Other Adults
This week we discuss the importance of helping teens to know how to advocate for themselves and avoid situations with adults they are uncomfortable with. We also explain various reasons why teens might be reluctant to say no to an adult. <...
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37:14
Self-Care for Parents
This week we break down the difference between sacrificing for your kids and sacrificing everything for your kids. We discuss why self-care is so important and what it can look like. Book title of the reference Liz made:&nb...
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31:36
Listener's Story - Impulsivity in Tweens
This week we are excited to have a live coaching session! We welcome Melissa and Selina and Jeremiah coach her through the difficulty she experiences with her daughters impulsivity. Interested in being coached on our show? Get in in...
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