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, 2022•21 min•Ep. 210
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, 2022•21 min•Ep. 211
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, 2022•21 min•Ep. 208
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, 2022•21 min•Ep. 209
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, 2022•20 min•Ep. 206
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, 2022•20 min•Ep. 207
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, 2022•21 min•Ep. 204
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, 2022•21 min•Ep. 205
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, 2022•19 min•Ep. 203
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, 2022•19 min•Ep. 202
Gary Burris, Executive Director of the Child Care Action Council, joins The Compass to share his insights on the child care industry and his tips for finding the right center for your child.
Aug 24, 2022•19 min•Ep. 199
Gary Burris, Executive Director of the Child Care Action Council, joins The Compass to share his insights on the child care industry and his tips for finding the right center for your child.
Aug 24, 2022•19 min•Ep. 200
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, 2022•21 min•Ep. 197
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, 2022•21 min•Ep. 198
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, 2022•22 min•Ep. 195
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, 2022•22 min•Ep. 196
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, 2022•21 min•Ep. 193
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, 2022•21 min•Ep. 194
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, 2022•19 min•Ep. 191
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, 2022•19 min•Ep. 192
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, 2022•20 min•Ep. 189
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, 2022•20 min•Ep. 190
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, 2022•20 min•Ep. 187
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, 2022•20 min•Ep. 188
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, 2022•20 min•Ep. 185
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, 2022•20 min•Ep. 186
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, 2022•19 min•Ep. 183
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, 2022•19 min•Ep. 184
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, 2022•19 min•Ep. 181
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, 2022•19 min•Ep. 182