This week on The Compass, the Author of “Postpartum Me,” Suzanne Yatim Aslam, shares her experience with postpartum depression. She discusses the fear of losing her identity, being overcome with shame, and how she ultimately overcame these challenges.
Jan 19, 2022•20 min•Ep 68•Transcript available on Metacast This week on The Compass, the Author of “Postpartum Me,” Suzanne Yatim Aslam, shares her experience with postpartum depression. She discusses the fear of losing her identity, being overcome with shame, and how she ultimately overcame these challenges.
Jan 19, 2022•20 min•Ep 68•Transcript available on Metacast Of course, you want your child to eat healthily, but what about when they only want dino-chicken nuggets? How can you tell if they are eating enough? What if you have your own struggles with eating healthy? Professor, Tanya Murray explains tactics to help your child on track and how stages in their development play a significant role in how they eat.
Jan 12, 2022•20 min•Ep 136•Transcript available on Metacast Of course, you want your child to eat healthily, but what about when they only want dino-chicken nuggets? How can you tell if they are eating enough? What if you have your own struggles with eating healthy? Professor, Tanya Murray explains tactics to help your child on track and how stages in their development play a significant role in how they eat.
Jan 12, 2022•20 min•Ep 137•Transcript available on Metacast This week, as The Compass gears up for our 2022 season we are taking look at Understanding Fatherhood with Keoki Kauanoe. Keoki Kauanoe (Director of Fatherhood Engagement for FESS) discusses why fatherhood matters, how parent's words influence your inner voice, and the case against yelling.
Jan 05, 2022•21 min•Ep 134•Transcript available on Metacast This week, as The Compass gears up for our 2022 season we are taking look at Understanding Fatherhood with Keoki Kauanoe. Keoki Kauanoe (Director of Fatherhood Engagement for FESS) discusses why fatherhood matters, how parent's words influence your inner voice, and the case against yelling.
Jan 05, 2022•21 min•Ep 135•Transcript available on Metacast In this week’s episode, we look back at some of the most memorable show moments from 2021. Topic’s ranged from sleep habits to advocating at schools, to what to do when your child’s having a total meltdown.
Dec 29, 2021•20 min•Ep 132•Transcript available on Metacast In this week’s episode, we look back at some of the most memorable show moments from 2021. Topic’s ranged from sleep habits to advocating at schools, to what to do when your child’s having a total meltdown.
Dec 29, 2021•20 min•Ep 133•Transcript available on Metacast A pet can add a lot to a family, but it can also be a significant source of stress. How do you know what pet is right for you? What can you do if it gets sick? Should you microchip them? Here to answer these questions and more is Lisa the Vet!
Dec 22, 2021•20 min•Ep 130•Transcript available on Metacast A pet can add a lot to a family, but it can also be a significant source of stress. How do you know what pet is right for you? What can you do if it gets sick? Should you microchip them? Here to answer these questions and more is Lisa the Vet!
Dec 22, 2021•20 min•Ep 131•Transcript available on Metacast While we want to feel like our children can come to you with anything, they sometimes say something that leaves us shocked. Facilitator, speaker, and businesswoman Khurshida Begum joins The Compass to discuss how having a shame-free attitude can lead to more open communication with your child.
Dec 15, 2021•20 min•Ep 128•Transcript available on Metacast While we want to feel like our children can come to you with anything, they sometimes say something that leaves us shocked. Facilitator, speaker, and businesswoman Khurshida Begum joins The Compass to discuss how having a shame-free attitude can lead to more open communication with your child.
Dec 15, 2021•20 min•Ep 129•Transcript available on Metacast Parenting Teacher, Juli Jager is part of a blended family with six children. No parent wants to feel like the bad guy, especially when dealing with new stepchildren, but consistent rules for the whole family are important. Juli shares her experience with this and many other topics in this week’s episode.
Dec 08, 2021•20 min•Ep 127•Transcript available on Metacast Parenting Teacher, Juli Jager is part of a blended family with six children. No parent wants to feel like the bad guy, especially when dealing with new stepchildren, but consistent rules for the whole family are important. Juli shares her experience with this and many other topics in this week’s episode.
Dec 08, 2021•20 min•Ep 126•Transcript available on Metacast Kyle and Danielle moved in together in the middle of the pandemic. With them came two teenagers and two younger children. They join The Compass to discuss their experiences as new stepparents, how to help children navigate their feelings and handling discipline issues.
Dec 01, 2021•20 min•Ep 124•Transcript available on Metacast Kyle and Danielle moved in together in the middle of the pandemic. With them came two teenagers and two younger children. They join The Compass to discuss their experiences as new stepparents, how to help children navigate their feelings and handling discipline issues.
Dec 01, 2021•20 min•Ep 125•Transcript available on Metacast Dustin DeVries fostered and then adopted two children (ages 11 and 12). He joins The Compass to share his experiences from the licensing process, to helping his children deal with trauma. Dustin also explains not only the how, but WHY he chose to adopt and the impact, it has had on his life.
Nov 24, 2021•18 min•Ep 122•Transcript available on Metacast Dustin DeVries fostered and then adopted two children (ages 11 and 12). He joins The Compass to share his experiences from the licensing process, to helping his children deal with trauma. Dustin also explains not only the how, but WHY he chose to adopt and the impact, it has had on his life.
Nov 24, 2021•18 min•Ep 123•Transcript available on Metacast Sam Miller is a professional touring comedian. In his life, he has faced MAJOR challenges with addiction. At one of his lowest points, he was addicted to meth and living in a puppy mill. Sam joins The Compass to discuss his life now, managing his emotions and the comedy life.
Nov 17, 2021•19 min•Ep 120•Transcript available on Metacast Sam Miller is a professional touring comedian. In his life, he has faced MAJOR challenges with addiction. At one of his lowest points, he was addicted to meth and living in a puppy mill. Sam joins The Compass to discuss his life now, managing his emotions and the comedy life.
Nov 17, 2021•19 min•Ep 121•Transcript available on Metacast For over 20 years, Theo Yu has organized meals for the homeless at his church. He joins The Compass to discuss family identity, volunteerism, and how you can raise your child to be a compassionate person.
Nov 12, 2021•20 min•Ep 119•Transcript available on Metacast For over 20 years, Theo Yu has organized meals for the homeless at his church. He joins The Compass to discuss family identity, volunteerism, and how you can raise your child to be a compassionate person.
Nov 10, 2021•20 min•Ep 118•Transcript available on Metacast For most parents, the default is to think about what you are doing wrong. Brandon Miller (author of Incredible Parent) joins the Compass to discuss how you can overcome this by focusing on your parenting strengths and building on them, leading to a more fulfilled life!
Nov 03, 2021•21 min•Ep 117•Transcript available on Metacast For most parents, the default is to think about what you are doing wrong. Brandon Miller (author of Incredible Parent) joins the Compass to discuss how you can overcome this by focusing on your parenting strengths and building on them, leading to a more fulfilled life!
Nov 03, 2021•21 min•Ep 116•Transcript available on Metacast When your child has been through a tough time it is easy to get caught up in addressing the “problem.” That doesn’t always have to be the case though. Therapist, Craig Smith joins The Compass to discuss being solution focused. He explains how getting your child engaged in activities and focusing on what is working can help.
Oct 27, 2021•19 min•Ep 115•Transcript available on Metacast When your child has been through a tough time it is easy to get caught up in addressing the “problem.” That doesn’t always have to be the case though. Therapist, Craig Smith joins The Compass to discuss being solution focused. He explains how getting your child engaged in activities and focusing on what is working can help.
Oct 27, 2021•19 min•Ep 114•Transcript available on Metacast Psychiatrist and Medical Director, Dr. Nicole Christian Brathwaite joins The Compass to give an in-depth look at what self-care actually means. She discusses setting boundaries, depression warning signs, and having your own adult identity.
Oct 20, 2021•20 min•Ep 112•Transcript available on Metacast Psychiatrist and Medical Director, Dr. Nicole Christian Brathwaite joins The Compass to give an in-depth look at what self-care actually means. She discusses setting boundaries, depression warning signs, and having your own adult identity.
Oct 20, 2021•20 min•Ep 113•Transcript available on Metacast Author, Julie Ross joins The Compass to discuss divorce, social media, effective communication, and treating your ex like a business partner with a billion-dollar account.
Oct 13, 2021•20 min•Ep 110•Transcript available on Metacast Author, Julie Ross joins The Compass to discuss divorce, social media, effective communication, and treating your ex like a business partner with a billion-dollar account.
Oct 13, 2021•20 min•Ep 111•Transcript available on Metacast