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Guiding Your Child into a Career (Guest: Lori Thompson) Episode 141
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Lori Thompson, Regional Administrator with the Capital STEM Alliance of ESD 113, discusses common job search mistakes, interview tips, and effective ways parents can support their children entering the workforce. Drawing on her extensive experience working with employers and job seekers, Thompson offers practical advice on making meaningful career …
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VIDEO- Guiding Your Child into a Career (Guest: Lori Thompson) Episode 141
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Lori Thompson, Regional Administrator with the Capital STEM Alliance of ESD 113, discusses common job search mistakes, interview tips, and effective ways parents can support their children entering the workforce. Drawing on her extensive experience working with employers and job seekers, Thompson offers practical advice on making meaningful career …
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VIDEO- Breaking the Cycle of Domestic Abuse (Guest: Jason Cain) Episode 140
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Jason Kane, a specialist in counseling psychology, shares his extensive experience working with families impacted by domestic violence. Drawing from both his professional background and personal history, Kane discusses the significance of naming abusive behaviors, creating accountability, and promoting genuine transformative change within families.…
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Breaking the Cycle of Domestic Abuse (Guest: Jason Cain) Episode 140
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Jason Kane, a specialist in counseling psychology, shares his extensive experience working with families impacted by domestic violence. Drawing from both his professional background and personal history, Kane discusses the significance of naming abusive behaviors, creating accountability, and promoting genuine transformative change within families.…
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Redefining Support for Autistic Children (Guests: Cheryl Vandegrift & Allyx Steffens) Episode 139
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In this episode, Bobby Williams speaks with Cheryl Vandegriff and Allyx Steffens about their work on the Autistic Maslow's Triangle. Cheryl, who has autism, and Alex, a specialist in early childhood education with an autistic son, discuss the need to prioritize mental needs over physical ones for neurodivergent individuals. They delve into the impo…
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VIDEO- Redefining Support for Autistic Children (Guests: Cheryl Vandegrift & Allyx Steffens) Episode 139
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In this episode, Bobby Williams speaks with Cheryl Vandegriff and Allyx Steffens about their work on the Autistic Maslow's Triangle. Cheryl, who has autism, and Alex, a specialist in early childhood education with an autistic son, discuss the need to prioritize mental needs over physical ones for neurodivergent individuals. They delve into the impo…
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How to Get Your Kid to Do Anything, With Just Three Words (Guest: Robert Pressman) Ep. 138
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Dr. Robert Pressman, a Pediatric Board Certified Psychologist and author, speaks about his book, 'How to Get Your Kid to Do Anything, With Just Three Words.' Dr. Pressman discusses a research-backed approach known as ' what's the rule?,' which helps parents establish clear, doable, time-related, reinforceable, and consistently applied rules. He emp…
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VIDEO- How to Get Your Kid to Do Anything in Just Three Words (Guest: Dr. Robert Pressman) Episode 138
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Dr. Robert Pressman, a Pediatric Board Certified Psychologist and author, speaks about his book, 'How to Get Your Kid to Do Anything, With Just Three Words.' Dr. Pressman discusses a research-backed approach known as ' what's the rule?,' which helps parents establish clear, doable, time-related, reinforceable, and consistently applied rules. He emp…
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VIDEO- Nutrition During Pregnancy (Guest: Suzzie Vehers) Episode 137
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Suzzie Vehrs is a Doula and Pregnancy Educator who has been present for over two hundred births. Suzzie joins The Compass to discuss nutrition during pregnancy including foods to avoid, how many extra calories are necessary, and staying on budget. To learn more about Suzzie's work visit www.shebirthsbravely.com…
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Nutrition During Pregnancy (Guest: Suzzie Vehrs) Episode 137
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Suzzie Vehrs is a Doula and Pregnancy Educator who has been present for over two hundred births. Suzzie joins The Compass to discuss nutrition during pregnancy including foods to avoid, how many extra calories are necessary, and staying on budget. To learn more about Suzzie's work visit https://shebirthsbravely.com.…
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Dealing with Cyber Bullying (guest: Marc Groman) Episode 136
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Marc Groman, Senior Advisor to the White House during Obama and a professor at Georgetown Law School, joins The Compass to discuss Cyber Bullying. Marc explains the importance of your relationship with your child, where cyberbullying happens, and how to monitor internet use without violating a child's privacy.…
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Video- Dealing with Cyber Bullying (Guest: Marc Groman) Episode 136
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Marc Groman, Senior Advisor to the White House during Obama and a professor at Georgetown Law School, joins The Compass to discuss Cyber Bullying. Marc explains the importance of your relationship with your child, where cyberbullying happens, and how to monitor internet use without violating a child's privacy.…
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VIDEO- Should I Become a Foster Parent? (Guest: Amanda Phinney) Episode 135
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Amanda Phinny has worked with youth in foster care professionally for the last 20 years. For the past six years, she has been a foster parent herself, fostering over 20 children. Amanda share her perspective on what to consider before fostering, remaining compassionate towards bio-parents, and the joys of providing a young person a home.…
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Should I Become a Foster Parent? (Guest: Amanda Phinney) Episode 135
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Amanda Phinny has worked with youth in foster care professionally for the last 20 years. For the past six years, she has been a foster parent herself, fostering over 20 children. Amanda share her perspective on what to consider before fostering, remaining compassionate towards bio-parents, and the joys of providing a young person a home. To learn m…
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(VIDEO) Parenting Styles & Why They Matter (Guest: David Lewis) Episode 134
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David Lewis (Psychologist & Former Behavioral Health Director for Seattle Public Schools) joins The Compass is discuss parenting styles. David speaks on balancing your approach to leave your child with a strong sense of self-worth.By parentalcompass
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Parenting Styles & Why They Matter (Guest: David Lewis) Episode 134
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David Lewis (Psychologist & Former Behavioral Health Director for Seattle Public Schools) joins The Compass is discuss parenting styles. David speaks on balancing your approach to leave your child with a strong sense of self-worth.By parentalcompass
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Talking with Your Child about Drug Abuse (Guest: Richard Capriola) Episode 133 (VIDEO)
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Richard Capriola (Addiction Counselor and Author of "The Addicted Child") explains how to speak with your children about drug abuse in a way that THEY WILL LISTEN! Richard also discusses mental health, warning signs, and the incredible danger of fentanyl. To Learn more about Richard's work and purchase his book visit, www.helptheaddictedchild.com…
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Talking with Your Child about Drug Abuse (Guest: Richard Capriola) Episode 133
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Richard Capriola (Addiction Counselor and Author of "The Addicted Child") explains how to speak with your children about drug abuse in a way that THEY WILL LISTEN! Richard also discusses mental health, warning signs, and the incredible danger of fentanyl. To Learn more about Richard's work and purchase his book visit, www.helptheaddictedchild.com…
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(VIDEO) Bribes and Threats Don’t Work (Guest: Barbara Coloroso) Episode 132
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Best-selling author Barbara Coloroso returns to The Compass to explain how bribes and threats (rewards and punishments) are two sides of the same coin. She proves to build your child's sense of self, leaving them to want to do the right thing. To learn more about Barbara's work, visit www.kidsareworthit.com For a handout on today's topic, go to htt…
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Bribes and Threats Don’t Work (Guest: Barbara Coloroso) Episode 132
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Best-selling author Barbara Coloroso returns to The Compass to explain how bribes and threats (rewards and punishments) are two sides of the same coin. She proves to build your child's sense of self, leaving them to want to do the right thing. To learn more about Barbara's work, visit www.kidsareworthit.com For a handout on today's topic, go to htt…
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(VIDEO) Overcoming Suicidal Ideation (Guest: Emily Drake) Episode 131
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Emily Drake (host of The Who's Missing Podcast & mental health clinician) joins The Compass to share her experiences with suicidal ideation. Emily discusses how it felt during her darkest moments and her journey of perseverance. To learn more about Emily Drake's work, visit: https://www.whosmissingpodcast.com/ https://www.thecollective-academy.com/…
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Overcoming Suicidal Ideation (Guest: Emily Drake) Episode 131
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Emily Drake (host of The Who's Missing Podcast & mental health clinician) joins The Compass to share her experiences with suicidal ideation. Emily discusses how it felt during her darkest moments and her journey of perseverance. To learn more about Emily Drake's work, visit: https://www.whosmissingpodcast.com/ https://www.thecollective-academy.com/…
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(Video) What you STILL Need to Know About COVID (Guest: Dr. Paul Offit) Episode 130
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Dr. Paul Offit is a pediatric scientist who co-invented the Roto-virus vaccine, which is attributed with saving millions of lives across the world. Dr. Offit joins The Compass to answer questions we still have about the pandemic, tips for keeping your family healthy, and new information about the COVID-19 vaccine. To learn more about Dr. Paul Offit…
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What you STILL Need to Know About COVID (Guest: Dr. Paul Offit) Episode 130
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Dr. Paul Offit is a pediatric scientist who co-invented the Roto-virus vaccine, which is attributed with saving millions of lives across the world. Dr. Offit joins The Compass to answer questions we still have about the pandemic, tips for keeping your family healthy, and new information about the COVID-19 vaccine. To learn more about Dr. Paul Offit…
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(VIDEO) Habits for Success (Guest: Ana Homayoun) Episode 129
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Academic Advisor and Early Career Specialist Ana Homayoun joins The Compass to discuss her new book "Erasing the Finish Line." Ana shares about helping young people develop practical solutions to promote purposeful learning. She also discusses developing routines, impulse control, healthy social relationships, and more. To learn more about Ana Homa…
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Habits for Success (Guest: Ana Homayoun) Episode 129
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Academic Advisor and Early Career Specialist Ana Homayoun joins The Compass to discuss her new book "Erasing the Finish Line." Ana shares about helping young people develop practical solutions to promote purposeful learning. She also discusses developing routines, impulse control, healthy social relationships, and more. To learn more about Ana Homa…
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(VIDEO) Supporting Preschoolers through BIG Emotions (Guest: Meredith Rusu) Episode 128
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Children's Author Meredith Rusu joins The Compass to discuss her new book "There's a Yeti in My Tummy." The story focuses on social-emotional learning by helping preschoolers embrace their BIG feelings. Meredith shares her insights on parenting young children and teachers' positive impact on young lives. To learn more about Meredith Rusu's work, vi…
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Supporting Preschoolers through BIG Emotions (Guest: Meredith Rusu) Episode 128
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Children's Author Meredith Rusu joins The Compass to discuss her new book "There's a Yeti in My Tummy." The story focuses on social-emotional learning by helping preschoolers embrace their BIG feelings. Meredith shares her insights on parenting young children and teachers' positive impact on young lives. To learn more about Meredith Rusu's work, vi…
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(VIDEO) Baby Nurturing Neuroscience (Guest: Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum) Episode 127
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Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum, author of "The Nurture Revolution," joins The Compass to discuss common nurturing myths and alternatives parents can try. Dr. Kirshenbaum explains what it means to gaslight your baby, parent's brain development and why newborns can't self-soothe. To learn more about Dr. Kirshenbaum's work, follow her on Instagram @nurture_neu…
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Baby Nurturing Neuroscience (Guest: Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum) Episode 127
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Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum, author of "The Nurture Revolution," joins The Compass to discuss common nurturing myths and alternatives parents can try. Dr. Kirshenbaum explains what it means to gaslight your baby, parent's brain development and why newborns can't self-soothe. To learn more about Dr. Kirshenbaum's work, follow her on Instagram @nurture_neu…
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(VIDEO) Modern Manners for Teens (Guest: Brooke Romney) Episode 126
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Content creator and author Brooke Romney joins The Compass to discuss teaching your teen "modern manners" aka life skills that will help them develop into successful adults. Brooke speaks on her books "52 Modern Manners for Today's Teens" Vol. I & 11. She also shares a ton of helpful tips that you can start working with your teen on today. To follo…
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Modern Manners for Teens (Guest: Brooke Romney) Episode 126
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Content creator and author Brooke Romney joins The Compass to discuss teaching your teen "modern manners" aka life skills that will help them develop into successful adults. Brooke speaks on her books "52 Modern Manners for Today's Teens" Vol. I & 11. She also shares a ton of helpful tips that you can start working with your teen on today. To follo…
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[Video] Financial Education - Your Parents, Teens & You (Guest: Jay Gabrani of Prepared Fathers) Episode 125
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Jay Gabrani (of Prepared Fathers) discusses important financial concepts for the whole family. Do my parents have a will? How much should I share with my teen about the family’s finances? Will I ever be able to retire? These ideas and more are explored in this week’s Compass. To learn more about “critical financial mistakes parents make and how to …
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Financial Education - Your Parents, Teens & You (Guest: Jay Gabrani of Prepared Fathers) Episode 125
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Jay Gabrani (of Prepared Fathers) discusses important financial concepts for the whole family. Do my parents have a will? How much should I share with my teen about the family’s finances? Will I ever be able to retire? These ideas and more are explored in this week’s Compass. To learn more about “critical financial mistakes parents make and how to …
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[Video] Helping Your Child Find Their Sense of Purpose (Guest: Dr. Melanie McNally) Episode 124
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Activities and passions can help give a young person's life meaning. Clinical psychologist Dr. Melanie McNally joins The Compass to share her insights about developing passions, grit, and helping your child think through their emotions. You can learn more about Dr. Melanie McNally's work by visiting www.destinationyou.com…
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Helping Your Child Find Their Sense of Purpose (Guest: Dr. Melanie McNally) Episode 124
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Activities and passions can help give a young person's life meaning. Clinical psychologist Dr. Melanie McNally joins The Compass to share her insights about developing passions, grit, and helping your child think through their emotions. You can learn more about Dr. Melanie McNally's work by visiting www.destinationyou.com…
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Communication Challenges (Guest: Cole Johnson) Episode 123
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Many of the conflicts between parents and children can be traced back to communication challenges. Cole Johnson (therapist with Behavioral Health Resources in Grays Harbor County) shares in insights into how brains are wired differently and steps you can take towards harmony.By parentalcompass
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[Video] Communication Challenges (Guest: Cole Johnson) Episode 123
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Many of the conflicts between parents and children can be traced back to communication challenges. Cole Johnson (therapist with Behavioral Health Resources in Grays Harbor County) shares in insights into how brains are wired differently and steps you can take towards harmony.By parentalcompass
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[Video] Childhood Drug Addiction (Guest: Richard Capriola) Episode 122
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Richard Capriola is a clinical addictions counselor and author of the book "The Addicted Child: A Parent's Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse." He joins The Compass to explain the brain psychology behind why youth abuse substances, how to explains your concerns, and steps to provide support. To learn more about Richard's work and to find his workb…
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Childhood Drug Addiction (Guest: Richard Capriola) Episode 122
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Richard Capriola is a clinical addictions counselor and author of the book "The Addicted Child: A Parents Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse." He joins The Compass to explain the brain psychology behind why youth abuse substances, how to explains your concerns, and steps to provide support. To learn more about Richard's work and to find his workbo…
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BEST OF - Cyber Bullying (Guest: Marc Groman, Senior Privacy Advisor to the Obama Administration)
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Marc Groman is a cyber security expert, former advisor to the Obama Administration, and a father. He joins The Compass to talk about cyberbullying, youth brain development, and how to keep your children safe.By parentalcompass
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[Video] BEST OF - Cyber Bullying (Guest: Marc Groman, Senior Privacy Advisor to the Obama Administration)
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Marc Groman is a cyber security expert, former advisor to the Obama Administration, and a father. He joins The Compass to talk about cyberbullying, youth brain development, and how to keep your children safe.By parentalcompass
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BEST OF - Bullying (Guest: Barbara Coloroso, Best Selling Author)
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Barbara Coloroso joins the Parental Compass to discussing bullying, the dynamics around their behavior and how to intervene. To learn more about bullying and a variety of other parenting topics from Barbara Coloroso visit http://www.kidsareworthit.com/ https://familyess.org/theparentalcompass/By parentalcompass
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[Video] BEST OF - Bullying (Guest: Barbara Coloroso, Best Selling Author)
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Barbara Coloroso joins the Parental Compass to discussing bullying, the dynamics around their behavior and how to intervene. To learn more about bullying and a variety of other parenting topics from Barbara Coloroso visit http://www.kidsareworthit.com/ http://Familyess.org/theparentalcompassBy parentalcompass
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[Video] Managing Screen Time (Guest: Emily Cherkin ”The Screen Time Consultant”) Episode 121
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It’s become a modern fact of life. Children love their screens. However, these devices come with a whole host of challenges. How do you set limits? Are they staying safe online? What about the computers at school? Author and educator Emily Cherkin, The Screen Time Consult, shares her perspective on technology conversations with your children, paren…
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Managing Screen Time (Guest: Emily Cherkin “The Screen Time Consultant”) Episode 121
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It’s become a modern fact of life. Children love their screens. However, these devices come with a whole host of challenges. How do you set limits? Are they staying safe online? What about the computers at school? Author and educator Emily Cherkin, The Screen Time Consult, shares her perspective on technology conversations with your children, paren…
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[Video] BEST OF - Video Game Addiction (Guest: Hilarie Cash)
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The Parental Compass NEEDS your support! We are seeking new sponsors so that we can continue bringing you important parenting information weekly. If you or your business is interested in learning more, please email bobby@familyess.org Hilary Cash is the founder of ReStart, a residential treatment for video gaming addicts. This week on the show, she…
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BEST OF - Video Game Addiction (Guest: Hilarie Cash)
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The Parental Compass NEEDS your support! We are seeking new sponsors so that we can continue bringing you important parenting information weekly. If you or your business is interested in learning more, please email bobby@familyess.org Hilary Cash is the founder of ReStart, a residential treatment for video gaming addicts. This week on the show, she…
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[Video] Understanding Fentanyl (Guest: Tall Cop aka Jermaine Galloway) Episode 120
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The use of Fentanyl has become a rising drug epidemic in our country. Tall Cop, aka Jermaine Calloway, is an 18-year police force veteran. He now travels the country to educate about drug abuse and prevention. Tall Cop compass joins The Compass to share his insights about fentanyl, what’s happening in the streets, and strategies to stop your childr…
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Understanding Fentanyl (Guest: Tall Cop aka Jermaine Galloway) Episode 120
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The use of Fentanyl has become a rising epidemic in our country. Tall Cop, aka Jermaine Calloway, is an 18-year police force veteran. He now travels the country to educate about drug abuse and prevention. Tall Cop compass joins The Compass to share his insights about fentanyl, what’s happening in the streets, and strategies to stop your children fr…
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