x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Better.

Dr. John Duffy & Julie Duffy

Dr. John Duffy, clinical psychologist, best-selling author and parenting and relationship expert, is joined by his wife, Julie, to talk about how to make life, parenting, marriage, and family better.

kids & family parenting

All Episodes

35:25

Honoring Ken, Chuck, And RBG

Better. ·

2020/09/22

We found a way to joyfully gather with Julie's family over the weekend to celebrate her dad's 87th b-day. We also lost a national treasure and a personal mentor. Good news/bad news. Discussing it all on today's episode.

en

47:12

Joy?? In 2020?? It's Possible!

Better. ·

2020/09/15

John has somehow stumbled upon a sacred reservoir of generalized contentment that's been getting him through his days. We retrace some of our recent steps in an attempt to understand how this phenomenon came to be, and if its replicable for us all, this week on Better!

en

35:46

Managing Your "Micro" For Mental Health

Better. ·

2020/09/02

Today we are talking about why it is important sometimes to focus back in on the smaller picture, and how to ground yourself and keep things moving and positive.

en

47:00

On Campus

Better. ·

2020/08/26

Fresh from John's bday getaway, today we are talking about what we are hearing from some kiddos on campus. It's heavy out there. We need to make it better. We eke out an upbeat takeaway at the end!

en

44:01

How To Reset And Recharge

Better. ·

2020/08/11

Today we are talking about ways to re-frame and refresh what might seem a bit bleak - and how to look with some optimism at your options and next steps.

en

01:04:05

Instagram Live Back To School Q&A

Better. ·

2020/08/04

John is answering your questions about everything back-to-school in these very complicated and stressful times.

en

37:12

Back To School And Back To Laughter

Better. ·

2020/07/27

Today we are weighing in on the super complicated upcoming school year and also talking about how to remember our sense of humor and lean into it in the coming days!

en

40:57

The Tao Of These Times

Better. ·

2020/07/14

On today's episode we are doing a check-in on the stress and anxiety of these unprecedented, complicated, often discouraging times and how we all need to step up for each other. We laugh a little, too.

en

40:17

Black Lives Matter

Better. ·

2020/06/11

Today we are doing our best to join the conversation, speak up, chime in. We are talking about our experience at the Chatham Peace Walk over the weekend and how we can move forward and contribute to positive change.

en

15:22

A Privileged White Man On Race

Better. ·

2020/06/02

It’s been a tense week. In this brief episode, John would like to take a few minutes to share his thoughts on white privilege and the current situation in America. RESOURCES: MY HOOD MY BLOCK MY CITY — Chicago Small Business Relief Fund https://www.formyblock.org/ “It’s Not Regular” — An incredible speech from MHMBMC Founder Jahmal Cole https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aDG691lZNy0 Ant-Racism Resources For White People (Books/Articles/Films/Organizations,

en

44:34

Quarantine Check In With Julie & John

Better. ·

2020/05/26

Today, we are catching up on our quarantine experience so far and what it might look like with the next steps.

en

39:25

Instagram Live Quarantine Parenting Q&A 5/7

Better. ·

2020/05/15

We're posting John's weekly IG Live Q&A from last Thursday, 5/7. We're talking about kids who happen to be thriving right now and what they're doing differently, why you might want to consider renovating a room right now, resolving bullying issues between siblings, how to strike a balance between modeling grit and grievance for your kids, and more. Most important thing to remember: YOU set the emotional tone of your home. Please submit your questions for next week if you have any!

en

42:54

BONUS: John's Instagram Live Quarantine Parenting Q&A...

Better. ·

2020/05/06

"You are the emotional leaders of your home whether you want the title or not." Here is John's Instagram Live Q&A from last Thursday, 4/30, for anyone who might have missed it. Some topics discussed include handling teenagers who seem depressed about what the future might look like, time management in regards to schoolwork, incentivizing productivity and peacekeeping in your home, and anticipating a rise in social anxiety as restrictions begin to ease in your area.

en

50:31

Trader Judy

Better. ·

2020/05/04

In this lighthearted episode, Julie catches up with her friend Judy, a personal trainer, amazing mom, and Trader Joes warrior. They talk about the frontline life of essential employees, their mutual love of Trader Joes, staying healthy during quarantine, and much much more. Some practical tips and a few laughs. Enjoy!

en

47:57

Bonus Episode: John's IG Live Quarantine Q&A

Better. ·

2020/04/21

Bonus Episode: In case you missed it, here's John's Instagram Live Parenting During Quarantine Q&A. 2:48: Opening thoughts. Why am I doing this? Questions/comments - 5:19: People feeling bad about feeling bad. So many others have it so much worse - out of work, sick, etc. but that doesn’t mean people in general aren’t struggling with this. But then they feel bad for it. 8:12: Please talk about college kids giving up their newfound independence on campus and returning home to be confined

en

33:55

Helping Those In Need During Quarantine

Better. ·

2020/04/20

Today we are talking to our good friend Mark Collins, who is a village trustee and oversees the food pantry in Skokie, IL. We are discussing what's in place for people who need some help, how many in need are "slipping through the cracks," and what we can do to help.

en

36:34

This Quarantined Life

Better. ·

2020/04/10

Checking in on all things quarantine. How we are coping, why we keep spilling, and the art of over-disinfecting. Spolier alert: George and Lauren and Lucy the dog have joined us!

en

38:45

Coronavirus Chronicles: Flattening The Second Curve

Better. ·

2020/03/25

While we're all social distancing and doing our part to flatten the curve, we wanted to talk about the second curve that's going to become of increasing importance in the coming weeks, and that's our emotional wellness. So join us in this slightly slap happy episode where we are checking in with all of you and trying to make things a bit better during this unprecedented time.

en

46:50

Coronavirus & A Temporary New Normal

Better. ·

2020/03/16

With a nod to the fact that a few things have changed since we recorded this, here are some thoughts on navigating this very unfamiliar and anxiety-inducing time.

en

51:21

Zen Parenting Wrap Up

Better. ·

2020/03/06

Today we are talking about our love and appreciation of the Zen Parenting Conference, the enlightening and connecting experience, and some of the lessons we learned.

en

200 results

Similar Podcasts

Tale Teller Kids™

Sarnia de la Mare

米克馬故事坊

咪萊

Imagination Station

Imagination Station

Die Pferde sind nicht das Problem - und du bist nicht zu blöd. Der Aha-Podcast für Pferdemenschen

Silke Jahn & Maren Diehl

Hanna fragt Papa - Der Podcast für neugierige Kinder und Eltern

Hanna und Thomas Schamberger