The Parental Compass

Navigating Tweenhood (Guest: Julie Ross) Episode 142 - VIDEO

Julie Ross shares valuable tips on effective communication and understanding your child's needs. She offers insights into the natural individuation process and emphasizes the importance of listening to truly connect with your tween.

Navigating Tweenhood (Guest: Julie Ross) Episode 142

Julie Ross shares valuable tips on effective communication and understanding your child's needs. She offers insights into the natural individuation process and emphasizes the importance of listening to truly connect with your tween.

Guiding Your Child into a Career (Guest: Lori Thompson) Episode 141

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 connections and exploring alternative career paths beyond college.

VIDEO- Guiding Your Child into a Career (Guest: Lori Thompson) Episode 141

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 connections and exploring alternative career paths beyond college.

VIDEO- Breaking the Cycle of Domestic Abuse (Guest: Jason Cain) Episode 140

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. 

Breaking the Cycle of Domestic Abuse (Guest: Jason Cain) Episode 140

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. 

Redefining Support for Autistic Children (Guests: Cheryl Vandegrift & Allyx Steffens) Episode 139

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 importance of community and family support, implementing sensory diets, and the concept of masking. They also share practical advice on preventing meltdowns and adjusting home environments to better support autistic children.

VIDEO- Redefining Support for Autistic Children (Guests: Cheryl Vandegrift & Allyx Steffens) Episode 139

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 importance of community and family support, implementing sensory diets, and the concept of masking. They also share practical advice on preventing meltdowns and adjusting home environments to better support autistic children.

How to Get Your Kid to Do Anything, With Just Three Words (Guest: Robert Pressman) Ep. 138

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 emphasizes the importance of consistency and reinforcement in nurturing positive behaviors, while cautioning against common distractions or 'red herrings.' 

To purchase Dr. Pressman's book, go to https://www.amazon.com/How-Your-Anything-Just-Words/dp/0983218366

VIDEO- How to Get Your Kid to Do Anything in Just Three Words (Guest: Dr. Robert Pressman) Episode 138

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 emphasizes the importance of consistency and reinforcement in nurturing positive behaviors, while cautioning against common distractions or 'red herrings.' 

To purchase Dr. Pressman's book, go to https://www.amazon.com/How-Your-Anything-Just-Words/dp/0983218366

VIDEO- Nutrition During Pregnancy (Guest: Suzzie Vehers) Episode 137

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 

Nutrition During Pregnancy (Guest: Suzzie Vehrs) Episode 137

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. 

Dealing with Cyber Bullying (guest: Marc Groman) Episode 136

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. 

Video- Dealing with Cyber Bullying (Guest: Marc Groman) Episode 136

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. 

VIDEO- Should I Become a Foster Parent? (Guest: Amanda Phinney) Episode 135

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. 

Should I Become a Foster Parent? (Guest: Amanda Phinney) Episode 135

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 more about Amanda's work search "Community Youth Services" on social media.

(VIDEO) Parenting Styles & Why They Matter (Guest: David Lewis) Episode 134

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. 

Parenting Styles & Why They Matter (Guest: David Lewis) Episode 134

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.

Talking with Your Child about Drug Abuse (Guest: Richard Capriola) Episode 133 (VIDEO)

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 

Talking with Your Child about Drug Abuse (Guest: Richard Capriola) Episode 133

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 

(VIDEO) Bribes and Threats Don’t Work (Guest: Barbara Coloroso) Episode 132

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 http://www.kidsareworthit.com/services.html

Bribes and Threats Don’t Work (Guest: Barbara Coloroso) Episode 132

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 http://www.kidsareworthit.com/services.html

(VIDEO) Overcoming Suicidal Ideation (Guest: Emily Drake) Episode 131

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/

Overcoming Suicidal Ideation (Guest: Emily Drake) Episode 131

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/

(Video) What you STILL Need to Know About COVID (Guest: Dr. Paul Offit) Episode 130

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’s work, visit www.paul-offit.com.

What you STILL Need to Know About COVID (Guest: Dr. Paul Offit) Episode 130

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’s work, visit www.paul-offit.com.

(VIDEO) Habits for Success (Guest: Ana Homayoun) Episode 129

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 Homayoun's work, visit www.erasingthefinishline.com.

Ana will be a keynote speaker at The FESS Strengthening Families Virtual Conference on Friday, Nov 3rd. To purchase your ticket, visit www.familyess.org.

Habits for Success (Guest: Ana Homayoun) Episode 129

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 Homayoun's work, visit www.erasingthefinishline.com.

Ana will be a keynote speaker at The FESS Strengthening Families Virtual Conference on Friday, Nov 3rd. To purchase your ticket, visit www.strengtheningfamiliesconference.org

(VIDEO) Supporting Preschoolers through BIG Emotions (Guest: Meredith Rusu) Episode 128

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, visit www.meredithrusu.com or find her on Instagram @MeredithRusuWrites.

Supporting Preschoolers through BIG Emotions (Guest: Meredith Rusu) Episode 128

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, visit www.meredithrusu.com or find her on Instagram @MeredithRusuWrites.

(VIDEO) Baby Nurturing Neuroscience (Guest: Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum) Episode 127

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_neuroscience_parenting 

or visit her website www.nurture-neuroscience.com 

Baby Nurturing Neuroscience (Guest: Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum) Episode 127

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_neuroscience_parenting 

or visit her website www.nurture-neuroscience.com 

(VIDEO) Modern Manners for Teens (Guest: Brooke Romney) Episode 126

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 follow Brooke, go to her Instagram page @brookeromneywrites or her website www.brookeromney.com 

Modern Manners for Teens (Guest: Brooke Romney) Episode 126

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 follow Brooke, go to her Instagram page @brookeromneywrites or her website www.brookeromney.com 

[Video] Financial Education - Your Parents, Teens & You (Guest: Jay Gabrani of Prepared Fathers) Episode 125

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 avoid them” visit www.preparedfathers.com/compass

Financial Education - Your Parents, Teens & You (Guest: Jay Gabrani of Prepared Fathers) Episode 125

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 avoid them” visit www.preparedfathers.com/compass

[Video] Helping Your Child Find Their Sense of Purpose (Guest: Dr. Melanie McNally) Episode 124

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 

Helping Your Child Find Their Sense of Purpose (Guest: Dr. Melanie McNally) Episode 124

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 

Communication Challenges (Guest: Cole Johnson) Episode 123

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.   

[Video] Communication Challenges (Guest: Cole Johnson) Episode 123

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.   

[Video] Childhood Drug Addiction (Guest: Richard Capriola) Episode 122

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 workbook visit www.helptheaddictedchild.com 

Childhood Drug Addiction (Guest: Richard Capriola) Episode 122

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 workbook visit www.helptheaddictedchild.com 

BEST OF - Cyber Bullying (Guest: Marc Groman, Senior Privacy Advisor to the Obama Administration)

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.

[Video] BEST OF - Cyber Bullying (Guest: Marc Groman, Senior Privacy Advisor to the Obama Administration)

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.

BEST OF - Bullying (Guest: Barbara Coloroso, Best Selling Author)

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/ 

[Video] BEST OF - Bullying (Guest: Barbara Coloroso, Best Selling Author)

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/theparentalcompass 

[Video] Managing Screen Time (Guest: Emily Cherkin ”The Screen Time Consultant”) Episode 121

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, parental controls, and much more.

Managing Screen Time (Guest: Emily Cherkin “The Screen Time Consultant”) Episode 121

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, parental controls, and much more.

[Video] BEST OF - Video Game Addiction (Guest: Hilarie Cash)

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 discusses gaming addiction, the odds of becoming a professional gamer, and steps you can take to help a loved one. (www.restartlife.com) 

BEST OF - Video Game Addiction (Guest: Hilarie Cash)

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 discusses gaming addiction, the odds of becoming a professional gamer, and steps you can take to help a loved one. (www.restartlife.com)