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The Parental Compass

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The Parental Compass was launched by Family Education & Support Services to provide all parents with access to the evidence-based parenting information, ideas and on-the-ground resources. It is our goal to help parents build the skills, tools and confidence they need to be the best parents they can be. Family Education & Support Services: familyess.org

Episodes

[Video] Self-Compassion (Guest: Carla Naumburg) Episode 104

As a parent, it is easy to be critical of yourself. The mistakes always seem to stand out more than the successes! This week The Compass is joined by best-selling author Carla Naumburg. Carla discusses how to practice self-compassion and her newly released book, “You Are Not A Sh*tty Parent.” To find Carla Naumburg’s new book and learn more about her work, visit https://www.carlanaumburg.com/

Sep 28, 202221 minEp. 210

Self-Compassion (Guest: Carla Naumburg) Episode 104

As a parent, it is easy to be critical of yourself. The mistakes always seem to stand out more than the successes! This week The Compass is joined by best-selling author Carla Naumburg. Carla discusses how to practice self-compassion and her newly released book, “You Are Not A Sh*tty Parent.” To find Carla Naumburg’s new book and learn more about her work, visit https://www.carlanaumburg.com/

Sep 28, 202221 minEp. 211

[Video] Trust Based Parenting (Guests: Penny Michel & Stephanie Rodrigues) Episode 103

When a child has had their trust broken, especially by closest to them, that trauma can dramatically impact their behavior. Guest Penny Michel and Stephanie Rodriguez join The Compass to discuss Trust Based Relational Intervention and share their strategies for support. To learn more about TBRI visit >>This LinkThis Link

Sep 21, 202221 minEp. 208

Trust Based Parenting (Guests: Penny Michel & Stephanie Rodrigues) Episode 103

When a child has had their trust broken, especially by closest to them, that trauma can dramatically impact their behavior. Guest Penny Michel and Stephanie Rodriguez join The Compass to discuss Trust Based Relational Intervention and share their strategies for support. To learn more about TBRI visit >>This LinkThis Link

Sep 21, 202221 minEp. 209

[Video] Helping Your Teen with Stress (Guest: Dr. Stuart Shankner) Episode 102

Dr. Stuart Shankner (of York University and the Self-Regulation Institute) joins The Compass to discuss the teen stress epidemic. He explains stress warning signs, brain chemistry, causes, and how you, as a parent, can offer support. To learn more about Dr. Shankner’s work, visit www.self-reg.ca

Sep 14, 202220 minEp. 206

Helping Your Teen with Stress (Dr. Stuart Shankner) Episode 102

Dr. Stuart Shankner (of York University and the Self-Regulation Institute) joins The Compass to discuss the teen stress epidemic. He explains stress warning signs, brain chemistry, causes, and how you, as a parent, can offer support. To learn more about Dr. Shankner’s work, visit www.self-reg.ca

Sep 14, 202220 minEp. 207

[Video] Absent Fathers (Guest: Tim Olson) Episode 101

Tim Olson is the author of the new book, The Legacy of Absence. He joins The Compass to talk about the impact of absent fathers, steps to remain emotionally present, and forgiveness. To learn more about Tim Olson or to purchase his new book, visit www.TimOlsonAuthor.com

Sep 07, 202221 minEp. 204

Absent Fathers (Guest: Tim Olson) Episode 101

Tim Olson is the author of the new book, The Legacy of Absence. He joins The Compass to talk about the impact of absent fathers, steps to remain emotionally present, and forgiveness. To learn more about Tim Olson or to purchase his new book, visit www.TimOlsonAuthor.com

Sep 07, 202221 minEp. 205

Engaging Your Child in Activities They Love (Guest: Bobby Williams, Guest Host: Nathan Hodge) 100th Episode Celebration!!

This week we celebrate the 100th episode of The Parental Compass. To help commemorate the occasion, Bobby takes the interview chair to discuss how you can help youth develop skills they will carry with them for the rest of their lives by engaging them in their passions. This week's episode is guest hosted by Nathan Hodge of Razor Tongue Radio. To learn more about Bobby's work with The Bridge Music Project, visit www.bridgemusicproject.org . To learn more about Nathan Hodge's work with Razor Tong...

Aug 31, 202219 minEp. 203

[Video] Engaging Your Child in Activities They Love (Guest: Bobby Williams, Guest Host: Nathan Hodge) 100th Episode Celebration!!!

This week we celebrate the 100th episode of The Parental Compass. To help commemorate the occasion, Bobby takes the interview chair to discuss how you can help youth develop skills they will carry with them for the rest of their lives by engaging them in their passions. This week's episode is guest hosted by Nathan Hodge of Razor Tongue Radio. To learn more about Bobby's work with The Bridge Music Project, visit www.bridgemusicproject.org . To learn more about Nathan Hodge's work with Razor Tong...

Aug 31, 202219 minEp. 202

[Video] Sex Talks with Tweens (Guest: Amy Lang) Episode 98

Talking with your children about sex can be an incredibly uncomfortable conversation. How do you approach the topic? What information should you share when? How do you make sure your children understand your values around sex? Amy Lang has taught sex education for 25 years and is the author of “Sex talks with Tweens.” She answers these questions and more in this week’s episode of The Parental Compass.

Aug 17, 202221 minEp. 197

Sex Talks with Tweens (Guest: Amy Lang) Episode 98

Talking with your children about sex can be an incredibly uncomfortable conversation. How do you approach the topic? What information should you share when? How do you make sure your children understand your values around sex? Amy Lang has taught sex education for 25 years and is the author of “Sex talks with Tweens.” She answers these questions and more in this week’s episode of The Parental Compass.

Aug 17, 202221 minEp. 198

Sensory Challenges & How to Help! (Guest: Sally Carman) Episode 97

Physical therapist Sally Carman joins The Compass to explain children's sensory challenges and strategies for offering support. She discusses sensory systems that are less understood but greatly impact a young person’s quality of life.

Aug 10, 202222 minEp. 196

[Video] The COVID Vaccine Update (Guest: Dr. Paul Offit) Episode 96

Paul Offit is a doctor who helped create the Rotavirus vaccine, credited with saving millions of lives worldwide. He joins The Compass the give us an update on Covid, how the vaccine is working so far, and his thoughts on why it is still important to be vaccinated.

Aug 03, 202221 minEp. 193

The Covid Vaccine Update (Guest: Dr. Paul Offit) Episode 96

Paul Offit is a doctor who helped create the Rotavirus vaccine, credited with saving millions of lives worldwide. He joins The Compass the give us an update on Covid, how the vaccine is working so far, and his thoughts on why it is still important to be vaccinated.

Aug 03, 202221 minEp. 194

[Video] Youth Depression and Mental Health (Guest: Eliana Stockwell-Ferber from NAMI) Episode 95

Today youth mental health is a more widely discussed issue than ever before. Still, it can be tough to know where to turn when your child is struggling. Eliana Stockwell-Ferber from NAMI (the world’s largest grassroots mental health organization) joins The Compass to discuss her challenges growing up, what her parents did to help, and steps you can take to provide support. For more about NAMI’s Stop the Silence Campaign, visit www.NAMITM.org...

Jul 27, 202219 minEp. 191

Youth Depression & Mental Health (Guest: Eliana Stockwell-Ferber from NAMI) Episode 95

Today youth mental health is a more widely discussed issue than ever before. Still, knowing where to turn when your child is struggling can be tough. Eliana Stockwell-Ferber from NAMI (the world’s largest grassroots mental health organization) joins The Compass to discuss her challenges growing up, what her parents did to help, and steps you can take to provide support. For more about NAMI’s Stop the Silence Campaign, visit www.NAMITM.org

Jul 27, 202219 minEp. 192

Encouraging Your Children to Be their Authentic Selves (Guest: Natasha Tarpley) Episode 94

Natasha Tarpley, author of the best-selling children’s book “I Love My Hair,” joins The Compass to discuss encouraging your children to be their authentic selves. Natasha shares wisdom she gained growing up, the inspiration behind her stories, and creating safe environments where children can thrive. www.NatashaTarpleyWrites.com

Jul 20, 202220 minEp. 190

[Video] Parenting Life Lessons (Guest: Sports Broadcaster- Tony Ventrella) Episode 93

As a professional commentator, Tony Ventrella is a staple in Seattle sports. He is also the author of “Smile in the Mirror” and “Here’s Smiling at You.” Tony joins The Compass to discuss the lessons he learned as a child, managing a family with a career, and the core values he hopes to leave his children.

Jul 13, 202220 minEp. 187

Parenting Life Lessons (Guest: Sportscaster- Tony Ventrella) Episode 93

As a professional commentator, Tony Ventrella is a staple in Seattle sports. He is also the author of “Smile in the Mirror” and “Here’s Smiling at You.” Tony joins The Compass to discuss the lessons he learned as a child, managing a family with a career, and the core values he hopes to leave his children.

Jul 13, 202220 minEp. 188

[Video] Helping the Addicted Child (Guest: Richard Capriola) Episode 92

As a parent, you don't always know the extent of your child's substance use but can usually sense when something's wrong. Addiction counselor and author of "The Addicted Child: A Parent's Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse" joins the Compass to discuss warning signs, approaching with compassion, and maintaining hope. To learn more about supporting youth with substance abuse challenges, visit www.HelpTheAddictedChild.com .

Jul 06, 202220 minEp. 185

Helping the Addicted Child (Guest: Richard Capriola) Episode 92

As a parent, you don't always know the extent of your child's substance use but can usually sense when something's wrong. Addiction counselor and author of "The Addicted Child: A Parent's Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse" joins the Compass to discuss warning signs, approaching with compassion, and maintaining hope. To learn more about supporting youth with substance abuse challenges, visit www.HelpTheAddictedChild.com .

Jul 06, 202220 minEp. 186

[Video] Supporting Your Child with ADHD (Guest: Diane Dempster) Episode 91

This week on The Compass, we are joined by ADHD parenting coach Diane Dempster of Impact Parents. Diane explains helping your child when they feel emotionally hijacked, academic challenges, and providing support without coddling them. For a free "12 Fool-Proof Tips to Parent a Complex Teen" information sheet, visit www.ImpactParents.com/Compass

Jun 29, 202219 minEp. 183

Supporting Your Child with ADHD (Guest: Diane Dempster) Episode 91

This week on The Compass, we are joined by ADHD parenting coach Diane Dempster of Impact Parents. Diane explains helping your child when they feel emotionally hijacked, academic challenges, and providing support without coddling them. For a free "12 Fool-Proof Tips to Parent a Complex Teen" information sheet, visit www.ImpactParents.com/Compass

Jun 29, 202219 minEp. 184

[Video] Resolving Conflict with Your Child (Guest: Cynthia Klein) Episode 90

Every parent experiences conflict with their child at some point. Still, how you respond to the conflict can make all the difference. Parenting Coach Cynthia Klein ( www.AllyParenting.com ) joins The Compass to explain the different roles parents can take for managing those tough situations.

Jun 22, 202219 minEp. 181

Resolving Conflict with Your Child (Guest: Cynthia Klein) Episode 90

Every parent experiences conflict with their child at some point. Still, how you respond to the conflict can make all the difference. Parenting Coach Cynthia Klein ( www.AllyParenting.com ) joins The Compass to explain the different roles parents can take for managing those tough situations.

Jun 22, 202219 minEp. 182