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Sofia Pelt-Olds, LCSW

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Join me, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Army Veteran, as I share techniques that I implement in raising a sibling group of 7 adopted children. My ideas have been featured nationally on media outlets such as ABC, NBC, and CBS. My family and I have been featured on talk shows like The Harry Show, Pickler & Ben, and Rachael Ray. This podcast explores the world of youth and their guardians. It also gives tips and ideas to enhance mental health and overall the standard of life. Sofia’s Socia ...
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It’s another unedited and real deal conversation at dinnertime with Our 7. This time, all 7 share their feelings and thoughts about COVID-19, mask wearing, school, and etc. Of course, I give feedback, guidance, and encouragement. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sofia-d-pelt-olds/support…
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We are back at it! In this episode, all 7 of our children (and the dog) are a part. Join us for an original and unedited version talking about their return to school and how they coped with nervousness.Disclaimer: Bear with us in this episode. It’s loud. It’s noisy. It’s annoying. It’s not polite at times. You will hear the words shut up and hush. …
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This. It’s a laundry basket full of clean clothes. Of course, these clothes were once dirty. Dingy. Maybe even a bit smelly. But now, after an intense wash, rinse, and spin in my Maytag washer with my Tide Clean Breeze, they have been cleansed. Ready to wear again. Ready to serve their purpose. But as long as I choose to leave the clothes in the ba…
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Investing in yourself is necessary to accomplish your goals. 2021 has been full of distractions that can easily detour goals. Be sure not to invest in distractions. In this episode, learn 3 simple steps to keep you on track with investing in yourself and reaching your goals. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sofia-d-…
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Procrastination is the action of delaying or putting something off. Although our procrastinations are often individual and secret to others, it can manifest openly in many different forms. Procrastination affects all people of all ethnicities from all socioeconomic groups and of all ages. From males to females and 15 year olds to 65 year olds, proc…
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Distraction Attraction. Beware.Distraction. Interruption. Disturbance. Intrusion. Interference. Obstruction. Call it what you may. It’s a distraction. And if you are attracted to distraction, you surely will be led off course. Here we are. Not even two weeks into 2021, yet we have been overloaded with distraction. The distractions are so evident, I…
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2021 is here. Check your rear. So, I have been asked who am I trying to prove something to. I have been told to “slow my Mustang down.” Not literally. I’ve never had a Mustang. I’m more of a Chevy Camero type of lady. In this sense, it was assumed that I was speeding my way through life. Reaching for the stars. Accomplishing lots at one time. Doing…
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The rain is associated with slowing down. It can be compared to obstacles that we encounter in life. These obstacles make it difficult to navigate our day to day tasks. In the midst of the rain, we must remain resilient and keep pressing forward. Setting a positive example for our youth in the midst of the rain/obstacle is a must. On the opposite s…
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As parents, it can be a challenge to find or keep our sanity while giving so much to our children. This episode gives 5 ideas that will benefit your day to day while maintaining or producing sanity. Me Time, We Time, Free Time, He/She Time, and Jubilee Time are ideas that will benefit the day to day lives of all family units. Implementation of thes…
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👀 This is what children do. Fill the trash up, let it overflow and act like there is no problem‼️At first, this really annoyed me. 😤 Then, this thought came to my mind. 💭 Sometimes, we as humans let trash fill us up. We overflow with mess and act like it’s ok. We ignore the problem(s) instead of emptying ourselves of the mess.Today, this trash was …
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There are numerous techniques that are beneficial in teaching us how to effectively LISTEN. In this podcast episode, I explore a few techniques to utilize when communicating and having conversations. What is most important is that we learn to LISTEN using this idea: Let It Settle This Ego Now.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com…
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My oldest son, Eric, was leaving for school this morning with this. I asked him why he had such a BIG binder with only a few pieces of paper in it. Who needs a 3 inch binder to carry around almost empty? That’s when I realized that his BIG 3 inch binder is necessary. It’s almost empty now but not for long. He’s a child who is ready and willing to l…
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In this episode I address the idea of how faith over fear is important while navigating to our life’s purpose. There will be times that fear tries to take ahold of us while trying to reach a goal. That fear may come from family, friends, or even strangers questioning our next move. During this time, it is important that we refocus our attention to …
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Oftentimes we associate a broken heart 💔 with a negative connotation. A broken heart can symbolize sadness, loneliness, and depression. In my studies, it even has a name - Broken Heart Syndrome. It is caused by traumatic life events such as the death of a loved one, a physical injury, or even an emotional memory. The syndrome occurs when a surge of…
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In this episode, I will explore why it is important to find that hobby, calling, or purpose that brings ultimate joy. Way before I held the titles of wife, mother, and soldier, I was just me, Sofie. As life progresses, we transform but can lose our unique identity. In this episode, we will explore how to find your flame, fan it, and keep it alive.-…
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This beautiful butterfly started off as a caterpillar, of course. What’s odd is that the caterpillar spun its cocoon inside of a cage. When it hatched, it was not able to free itself. It was only freed when someone came along and took the time to notice its unfortunate challenge. My thoughts.......sometimes we are born into situations that may conf…
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In this episode, Zavian, my 4th child of the 7, talks about his feelings and how he coped with Hurricane Michael 2018. In talking to him, I realized that as his parents, his father and I put measures in place to safeguard his mental health. Join us for this episode to learn a few tips that will help traumatic events not be so traumatic and dramatic…
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These shoes have seen better days. Perhaps they should have been tossed months or years ago. In their prime, these Kenny Griffey, Jr. baseball officiating shoes were effective in providing for hours of comfort to my husband’s feet. It looks like they have served their purpose and need to be replaced. However, for months they have remained in the cl…
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I am concerned that my children reported “lots of fights at school.” The behavior of a child is shaped by who they spend time around, what they spend time around, and and where they spend time around. As parents, we must be intentional in parenting and focusing on the who, what, and why. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/…
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The other week I needed to run a quick errand. I didn’t want to be gone long, I knew exactly where I was going, and it was an easy task. So, I jumped in my little black car to zoom on down the road. Let me back brief you.......My little black car had a tire that was low on air. I noticed the warning ⚠️ earlier that day. But, I chose to continue to …
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Life brings so many changes and often times we do not change with life. This episode focuses on the acronym LET GO to analyze when we should let go of ideas or areas in our life and transition to what is next for us. As adults, we set the example for our youth. It’s imperative that they see us LET GO. We must train and teach them in analyzing when …
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Welcome to Insightful Segments, an addition to Sofia’s Social Segments. Insightful Segments consists of limited content and spoken word narrated by me, Sofia. It will post as bonus content to provide words of encouragement to the audience of Sofia’s Social Segments. In these 5 minutes or less segments, I will use various objects and ideas to reflec…
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This podcast episode is dedicated to my 7 children. It’s our 3 year adoption anniversary, and our adoption is all that and a bag of chips! It didn’t start like that but we prepared for it and continue to prepare for it everyday. Learn the ins and outs of the steps we took to get to where we are today. I hope you are able to utilize these same ideas…
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We have all heard the phrase, when life gives you lemons, make lemonade. As cliche as it is, it holds so much truth. My middle daughter, Erica, inspired me with the lemons as I observe her making freshly squeezed lemonade and the process it takes. In this episode, I discuss how life brings obstacles (lemons) that literally wear us out. We often get…
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In this episode, a teenager shares her thoughts as to public school and the pandemic. Necia, my 15 year old daughter, gives us some pros and cons of brick and mortar and virtual school. She shares her experiences in regards to the changes in the classroom and around the school as a whole. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod…
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School is starting back and parents are having to make decisions where there seems to be no perfect solution. In this episode, I discuss why our family (Olds Party of 9) will not be attending virtual school. You may agree with some while disagreeing with others and that’s ok. We all have to make the best decision for our individual households. Thes…
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It’s back to school time for so many children! Join me and our guest host, Coach Olds, teacher and child advocate, for some useful tips. It has been approximately 6 months since our children have attended the classroom environment with their teachers and peers. As they prepare to transition back into the classroom, whether it is brick and mortar or…
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The pandemic has been a time of such unrest and uncertainties. It is a time of limited peace. Because of this, we must intentionally practice ways that will make our lives more tranquil. When we practice improving our mental, spiritual, and physical states of being, the pandemic will present in a more calm way. Life stressors will not overwhelm us …
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Birthdays serve as our very own Happy New Year! With each year, we should aspire to blossom/progress into an even greater version of ourselves. In this episode, explore the 5 W’s to learn The Who, What, When, Where, and Why. Ask yourself these questions to discover ways to make each birthday year a meaningful and blissful one.--- Support this podca…
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This episode will be helpful in contributing to us being happier humans. It lists 7 verbs (action words) that we can practice to improve our quality of life. Although I have practiced most of these ideas for years now, my 7 children have made me more cognitive. I have observed my children displaying each of the positive habits. In watching them, I …
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In this episode, I teach my audience how to manifest a dream using my unique and original SERVE acronym.I utilize these ideas on a daily basis while sharing them with my children and helping them navigate their own dreams. The idea of SERVE has been helpful in manifesting a numerous amount of dreams, goals, and aspirations throughout the years. ---…
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This episode is comprised of questions from my audience. Listen up as I answer the questions in an honest but tactful manner. Be sure to send me more questions to hear my point of view too. Feel free to comment back and respond to my answers. Do you agree? Disagree? Your feedback is valued and welcome. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.s…
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As our children grow older, they should also grow in responsibility. This episode explores ways parents/guardians/adults can give children more responsibility that will promote growth. These 7 basic ideas are necessary for building the foundation of children’s development.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sofia-d-pel…
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This episode is dedicated to my husband and father of my 7 children, DaShoan (Darelle) Olds. He is my inspiration as he epitomizes each of the ideas. My two oldest sons, Eric and Zavian, are my co-host in this episode. We discuss 7 ideas that fathers can follow when raising their children. These 7 ideas have proven to be beneficial in raising our 7…
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Throughout our life journey, there comes a time when we need encouragement. This episode is just that. I even left our my list! Be encouraged while you run your race with the grace you have been given. Believe in yourself and set a positive example for our youth to emulate. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sofia-d-p…
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In this episode, my teenage daughter (Necia), joins me to discuss ways that we can improve mental health. We list 7 ideas that I implement with my 7 children. Necia gives her personal feedback and ideas as to the topic as well. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sofia-d-pelt-olds/support…
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This episode is dedicated to all the fallen men and women of the military . It is a special tribute to SPC Daryl A. Davis. SPC Davis and I served in the Florida Army National Guard 144th Transportation Company together. He gave the ultimate sacrifice on November 29, 2004 in Iraq at the young age of 20. I will always remember. RIP. This episode also…
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