Are youth sports helping our kids thrive—or pushing them too hard?In this episode of the Mindful Mama Podcast, Hunter talks with Chris Bjork about how youth sports are changing—and what that means for our kids. Together, they explore the pressures kids face in competitive sports, what parents can do to protect their well-being, and how we can bring balance back into their lives. What you’ll hear in this episode: The emotional and physical toll of competitive sports on children Why

You ask your child what happened, and before you can finish the sentence, they’re already saying, “It wasn’t my fault!” Sound familiar? I know this is SO frustrating! But there’s a reason this is so hard, and it has everything to do with (of course!) the brain and nervous system. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why taking responsibility is an Owl brain skill that depends on reflection, regulation, and cause-and-effect thinkingHow Watchdog and Possum states block the ability to reflect and ...

What happens when a chiropractor decides to go to medical school? In this conversation, I sit down with Dr. Richard Schoonmaker, a former chiropractor turned osteopathic medical student, to talk about why he made the switch, what he learned about evidence-based care, and how chiropractic and medicine can actually work together when done responsibly.What We Discuss: Why Dr. Schoonmaker left chiropractic to pursue medicine The difference between chiropractic and osteopathic training

We’ve all heard it: “Sugar is toxic.” “It’s addictive.” “It makes kids hyper.” It’s no wonder parents feel confused and worried when it comes to sweets. But what if the problem isn’t sugar itself… it’s the fear surrounding it? In this episode of The Intentional Table, I’m busting five of the most common myths about sugar… and showing you how that fear and restriction can actually fuel the very imbalance we’re trying to avoid. You’ll learn what the research really says, how to create a calm, p...

Get you copy of Cultivating a Deeper Connection in a Lonely WorldIn this heartfelt episode of The Connected Mom, host Becky engages in a profound conversation with Ash Ruddy, a mother who shares her incredible journey of faith and resilience after giving birth to a premature baby. They discuss the challenges faced in the NICU, the power of worship in bonding with her child, and the miraculous experiences that shaped their lives. Ash emphasizes the importance of surrendering control to God

Zakrýva si tvoje dieťa uši, keď mu chceš povedať niečo dôležité? Možno sa nebráni tvojim slovám, ale emócii, ktorú v nich cíti.Táto epizóda podcastu Komunikácia srdcom je o tom, čo sa deje v tebe – keď máš chuť tlačiť, vysvetľovať, dať lekciu. A o tom, čo sa deje v dieťati – keď sa chráni, odpojí alebo mlčí. Naučíš sa rozpoznať, kedy ešte nie si pripravená/ý na rozhovor, ako sa uzemniť, nájsť zvedavosť a pokoj a ako vytvoriť priestor, v ktorom sa dieťa prestane brániť a začne ti dôverovať. Pretože

In 1984, I wrote algorithms and created a programme called “PAT”, the Paediatric Assessment Tool. This was to help junior doctors (SHOs) distinguish between minor and severe illnesses that require hospitalisation. I identified the loopholes, stopped validating this tool, and began searching for an alternative. This was long before Jerome Groopman mentioned Algorithms in his book “How Doctors Think”Dr Jerome Groopman, in his 2007 book "How Doctors Think", discusses the limitations of relying solely

Diving into what it means to us to be a girls girl, in today's world. Tune in besties. Stay triggered.

U ovoj epizodi razgovaram sa Vladom Grbićem, glumcem i autorom tri monodrame koje je kreirao za Centar za nestalu i zlostavljanu decu. Monodrame su premijerno izvedene na konferenciji Bezbednost i odgovornost 2024. godine, a potom adaptirane za pozorište i izvedene u Subotici, u Narodnom pozorištu Subotica. Ova dela, a složiće se sigurno svi koji ih pogledaju, na snažan i jedinstven način otvaraju važne teme o zaštiti dece, poverenju i odgovornosti odraslih. Ne zaboravite da nas podržite na našem

U ovoj epizodi razgovaram sa Nenadom Sićevićem, osnivačem marketing agencije Storyline. Nenad je duže vreme saradnik Centra za nestalu i zlostavljanu decu, a zajedno smo otvorili teme koje se retko pominju — kako marketing utiče na decu, kakav sadržaj im plasiramo i gde je granica između promovisanja i odgovornosti. Govorimo o tome zašto je empatija ključna veština svakog marketara, kako se stvorila ideja da marketing može biti i alat za dobro, i šta znači kada se kaže da se moraš staviti u „cipele“

How does the concept of Maya connect the philosophical idea of illusion to real-world medical or societal problems?The concept of Maya, rooted in ancient Hindu philosophy as the veil of illusion, connects to real-world medical and societal problems primarily through the theme of ignorance, flawed perception, and adherence to non-ultimate, contradictory realities.This connection is explored both philosophically, by defining societal failures as manifestations of illusion, and practically, through the

爸媽請Chill EP22 | 城市探索系列 聖荷西：矽谷心臟的高價生活與流動未來San Jose，這座曾是果園小鎮、如今成為矽谷心臟的城市，房價高、節奏快，但依然吸引著一波又一波科技移民與家庭落腳。這集我們和資深房仲 & 寄宿家庭媽 Sharon、教育顧問 Ben，一起聊聊——🏡 從偏遠農場到年輕科技家庭湧入的南聖荷西📈 房價中位數破 150 萬美元的生活壓力📚 教育競爭與家長焦慮的現實日常🌱 新移民帶來的社區變遷與文化融合⚖️ 每個家庭在理想與現實間的「矽谷拔河」在這裡，有人實現夢想、有人選擇離開，也有人搬走又搬回來。矽谷沒有完美的生活樣貌，但每個人都在用自己的方式，描繪屬於家庭的生活藍圖。👉 如果你也曾想過：「住在矽谷到底值不值得？」那這一集，會讓你更懂這座城市的真實樣子。#爸媽請Chill #聖荷西 #矽谷生活 #房價 #教育壓力 #移民家庭 #矽谷夢與現實歡迎訂閱：Podcast & Spotify “爸媽請Chill”Line🔍 enlighteenstaiwan 加入《引青台灣》官方帳號IG:

Corwin Melvin knows that being a great father starts with simply being there. In this episode of The Rooted Dad Podcast, Melvin shares his story of growing up without a father, serving in the Air Force, and raising three sons as a single dad—all while learning what true presence and accountability look like. From navigating divorce and custody battles to celebrating his sons’ successes as men, his journey is a masterclass in resilience, humility, and love.Now an author and mentor, Melvin reflects

God, Do You See My Suffering?Finding Purpose in Pain and Hope in the Darkness Hey friends — it’s Danielle. If you’re in a season of pain right now, I want you to know: I see you. More importantly, God sees you. In this episode, I’m opening up the pages of Job 14 and inviting you into a real and raw conversation about suffering, grief, anxiety, trauma, and the questions we all wrestle with when life hurts. I’m not here to give you quick answers. I’m here to sit with you in the hard and speak truth

The history of Indian healing, deeply rooted in Hindu traditions for millennia, offers a holistic pathway to wellness that integrates the physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of the self. Far predating modern psychiatry, psychological knowledge and mental health treatment existed in India over 3,000 years ago, as documented in ancient texts such as the Vedas.Upanishads and Ayurveda. This profound legacy of spiritual healing, often marginalised by modern, purely scientific medical approaches, is

In this episode of the School Smarts NYC podcast, host Carolyn DeFir discusses the complexities of navigating the New York City high school admissions process, particularly focusing on specialized high schools. She emphasizes the importance of understanding application deadlines, ranking schools wisely, and managing stress during this challenging time for families. Carolyn provides insights into the admissions algorithm, the significance of school rankings, and the necessity of registering fo...

This week on Two Parents & A Podcast, we’re covering it all — from our AI school tour (yes, AI school is a real thing??) to wedding and honeymoon updates (we may have picked a destination?? (& its a SECRET)) and life with a toddler who’s officially transitioning to one nap.We’re also talking first-trimester nausea (Sea-Bands for the win - maybe??), Harrison’s (and Jules’!!!) Jonas Brothers concert night out (plus Rob’s Backstage Popcorn BTS), and a recap of the Louvre jewel heist bc  we can’t

Before she was known as The Jungle Doctor, travelling the world as a wildlife vet, dehorning rhinos in South Africa and fitting elephants with prosthetics, Dr Chloe Buiting was a barefoot kid in the bush on Lord Howe Island. That tiny island sparked her lifelong fascination with the natural world and taught her what it means to belong...to live close to nature and be shaped by it. Today, Chloe is a conservationist and mother of two on Kangaroo Island, splitting her year between global work wi...

It’s germ season, and babies, toddlers, and young kids get sick a lot! In this episode, I’m talking with pediatrician Dr. J about supporting sleep when your little is sick. We chat about: What to expect from sleep when your little is sickHow to make them more comfortable Red flags that you need medical supportTips for preventing illness in the germy months Sick littles and sleep is hard, and the only way through is to support everyone through it. I hope these tips help you next time...

In questa puntata affrontiamo un tema fondamentale: regole e limiti — come si costruisce la fiducia all’interno di questi confini?