Chasing Brighter Podcast: A Midlife Guide To Your Best Life

Mom Talk #5: Insights and Conversations with Kelly & Jessica

Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. Monday Mom Talk is a weekly series where Jessica and Kelly catch up on their weekend and tackle all sorts of topics from the mundane to controversial. 
In this episode you will hear about:
Biking and scooters are taking over! 
Handling academic challenges with your kids and the tireless journey to find solutions
Intrinsic motivation and the gift of failure
Kid sleepovers
Self-care: Skin checks, paps, mammos and colonoscopies — Schedule Them!!!
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October Book Club: ”How To Talk So Teens Will Listen and Listen So Teens Will Talk”

Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. Today we are talking about our October Book Club Pick: "How To Talk So Teens Will Listen and Listen So Teens Will Talk". Adolescence doesn't have to be hell for parents or teenagers, say bestselling authors Elaine Mazlish and Adele Faber. The key? Knowing how to talk so they listen, and listen so they talk. 
In this episode you will hear about:
Strategies to curb conflict and reduce frustration between you and your teen
Thoughtful communication tactics for curfews, schoolwork and sex
Hear, in the words of both parents and teens, real-world struggles
Emphasizing listening, describing and validating emotions
Encouraging autonomy and involving teens in problem solving
Kelly & Jessica's own experiences with parenting based on this book
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Click here to get a copy of our October Book Club Book: "How to Talk So Teens Will Listen and Listen So Teens Will Talk"  
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Monday Mom Talk #4: Insights and Conversations with Kelly & Jessica

Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. Monday Mom Talk is a weekly series where Jessica and Kelly catch up on their weekend and tackle all sorts of topics from the mundane to controversial. 
In this episode you will hear about:
Why do we love coffee shops? Starbucks vs. team independent coffee shops
Making connections with strangers in everyday life
Talk about fall 2023 fashion finds and favs including designer vs. budget jeans
Binge-worthy soccer shows... Ted Lasso vs. Welcome to Wrexam vs. the new Beckham documentary
Talking about sibling relationships
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Purposeful Parenting of Teens with Alex Linderman

Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. This month we are focused on teen parenting!  Today we are talking to Alex Linderman, a Clinical Professional Counselor and founder of Building Hope Counseling, to discuss parenting teens. He currently offers a class called "Parenting with Purpose" through is practice. 
In this episode you will hear about:
His personal experiences with loss and connecting with other dads
Helping kids in becoming intrinsically motivated
Giving your teen autonomy at home
Building an independent young adult
Teaching kids to appreciate the world around them and their local community
Taking time to truly listen to your child
Learning to spend less time on your electronic devices and more time with your kids
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Click here to get a copy of out October Book Club Book: "How to Talk So Teens Will Listen and Listen So Teens Will Talk" our Book Club episode airs on October 26th! 
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Monday Mom Talk #3: Insights and Conversations with Kelly & Jessica

Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. Monday Mom Talk is a weekly series where Jessica and Kelly catch up on their weekend and tackle all sorts of topics from the mundane to controversial. 
In this episode you will hear about:
The book Spare by Prince Harry.  Have you read it?  If it's on your list this talk may have some spoiler alerts!  
Related shows on Netflix "The Crown", "Harry & Meghan" & "Suits"
Are you team Harry-Meghan?
Did you ever watch The Oprah Interview with Harry & Meghan?
Are you ready for our October's Book Club? Get the book! "How to Talk So Teens Will Listen and Listen So Teens Will Talk"
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Parenting the Whole-Brain Child With Braxton Storm, LCSW

Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. This month we are focused on teen parenting!  Today, we are talking with Braxton Storm, LCSW. Braxton has found that effective treatment for children includes coupling interventions with parents. He has established an eight week parenting course based on research by Dr. Dan Siegel and his book, The Whole Brain Child. 
In this episode you will hear about:
Braxton's tips on following the Whole-Brain Child approach
Finding ways of connecting with your kids, especially our TEENS!
The importance of parenting skills and coaching
Discussing the first 5 steps of the whole-brain child approach
Check out the Whole-Brain Child Workbook
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Click here to get a copy of out October Book Club Book: "How to Talk So Teens Will Listen and Listen So Teens Will Talk" our Book Club episode airs on October 26th! 
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Monday Mom Talk #2: Insights and Conversations with Kelly & Jessica

Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. Monday Mom Talk is a weekly series where Jessica and Kelly catch up on their weekend and tackle all sorts of topics from the mundane to controversial. 
In this episode you will hear about:
Is it OK to let your school-age child roam unsupervised when you are nearby?
Are you a fan of True Crime?
Parenting teens when faced with drugs & alcohol exposure and experimentation
Challenges of raising "city kids"
Are you ready for our October's Book Club? Get the book! "How to Talk So Teens Will Listen and Listen So Teens Will Talk"
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Talking With Your Teen About Sex & Healthy Relationships

Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. This month we are focused on teen parenting!  Today, we brought back Dr. Laura Deitsch to discuss talking to our teens about sex and relationships.
In this episode you will hear about:
Laura's tips on talking with your teens about sex and healthy relationships
The importance of communicating your values to your teen
Discussing boundaries, respectful touch and consent
Exemplifying trust, respect and communication in your own relationships
Having open conversations with your teen
Use of inclusive language and educating us on different types of relationships
Teaching our kids how to love and develop caring, healthy romantic relationships
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Check out our previous episode with Dr. Laura Deitsch from last season.
Click here to get a copy of out October Book Club Book: "How to Talk So Teens Will Listen and Listen So Teens Will Talk" our Book Club episode airs on October 26th! 
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Starting ”How to Talk So Teens Will Listen and How to Listen So Your Teen Will Talk”

Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. Today we are talking about starting our October Book Club Pick, "How to Talk So Teens Will Listen and How to Listen So Your Teen Will Talk”. In this episode you will hear about:
The books that Kelly and Jessica are currently reading. 
Our struggles and pitfalls with parenting teens
Continue your self-discovery: IG @chasingbrighter | Blog www.chasingbrighter.com
 
Click here to get a copy of the book before our full episode airs on October 26th! 
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Monday Mom Talk: Insights and Conversations with Kelly and Jessica

Welcome back to the Chasing Brighter Podcast. Monday Mom Talk is a new series we will be sharing on Mondays where Jessica and Kelly catch up on their weekend and tackle all sorts of topics from the mundane to controversial. 
In this episode you will hear about:
Fitbit vs. Apple Watch and fitness tracker angst
Should we let our kids stay up late on video games? 
Have you ever returned food the grocery store?
The trials and tribulations of online grocery ordering
Continue your self-discovery with us: IG @chasingbrighter | Blog www.chasingbrighter.com
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