Raising Souls: A Convo Parenting Podcast

Raising Souls: A Convo Parenting Podcast

Researcher, therapist and educator, Dr. Erika Bocknek hosts this mental health and parenting podcast offering insights and tools to help parents shift their job roles from behavior coaches to relationship building based development. And to help all of us maintain our mental health in our current world.

Episodes

July 20, 2025 6 mins

In this conversation, Erika Bocknek shares her experiences navigating parenting challenges, particularly around chores and family values. She reflects on a recent conflict with her 14-year-old son regarding a chore that led her to examine her parenting intentions and the importance of communication. Erika emphasizes the need for children to understand the connection between privileges and responsibilities, and how family values pla...

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Dr. Erika discusses the paradigm that takes the weight of parenting off her shoulders and allows her to enjoy raising her kids.


If you would like to send Dr. Erika a question on or off the podcast you can contact us;

Via Speakpipe at https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/402284/1/nz6jgbyrb25m3117


Of feel free to email us at raisingsoulspodcast@gmail.com


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Dr. Erika Bocknek discusses the pressures parents face in trying to manage their children's behavior and the instinct to solve problems immediately. She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging the unpredictability of parenting and the need for curiosity and wonder in problem-solving. Bocknek suggests that building habits of curiosity can help parents navigate high-stakes moments more effectively, allowing for a more collabor...

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July 20, 2025 6 mins

Dr. Erika answers a viewer question about walking the fine line between encouraging your child to love their bodies - including their private parts -- and teaching them not to touch their privates in public!

If you'd like to ask Dr. Erika a question, please reach out on Speakpipe and leave a message:

https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/402284/1/nz6jgbyrb25m3117

Or feel free to email the show at RaisingSoulsPodcast@gmail.com.

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July 18, 2025 1 min

Many popular parenting trends—though rooted in good intentions—can unintentionally suppress real emotional connection between parent and child. When parents fear expressing their own feelings, they miss powerful opportunities for growth, joy, and authentic repair in the relationship


We’re looking for parents who’d like to join Erika for a conversation on the podcast.These aren’t therapy sessions—they’re real conversations that u...

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Dr. Erika Bocknek discusses the transformative journey of parenting, emphasizing the shift from a behavior-focused approach to one that nurtures the soul of the child. She provides practical insights on how parents can observe their children with curiosity and engage in meaningful dialogues that foster emotional awareness and connection. Bocknek encourages parents to ask open-ended questions driven by genuine interest, rather than ...

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July 2, 2025 31 mins

A concerned and conscientious father talks to Dr. Erika about fostering his son's cooperation without resorting to yelling.

If you would like to send Dr. Erika a question on or off the podcast you can contact us;

Via Speakpipe at https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/402284/1/nz6jgbyrb25m3117

Of feel free to email us at raisingsoulspodcast@gmail.com

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Dr. Erika talks with Eddie B about his Tween daughter and her needs for him making a complete 180!


If you would like to ask Dr. Erika a question - on or off camera;

You can leave a voice message here on Speakpipe:

https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/402284/1/nz6jgbyrb25m3117

Or you can email us at raisingsoulspodcast@gmail.com


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Sometimes we can get hung up in power struggles and well intentioned coaching - but Dr. Erika explains her guiding principle as a mother and how that makes challenges less distressing when they come up.


We’re looking for parents who’d like to join Erika for a conversation on the podcast.These aren’t therapy sessions—they’re real conversations that uncover truth, spark change, and bring more joy to how we parent. Want to join the...

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May 28, 2025 2 mins

How do you parent when your child's future success is at stake?!


We’re looking for parents who’d like to join Erika for a conversation on the podcast.These aren’t therapy sessions—they’re real conversations that uncover truth, spark change, and bring more joy to how we parent. Want to join the conversation? Email us at raisingsouls@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail on our podcast page (scroll down!) at myconvo.org/podcast.

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May 28, 2025 1 min

Dr. Erika talks about how parents can determine if their kids are alright.


We’re looking for parents who’d like to join Erika for a conversation on the podcast.These aren’t therapy sessions—they’re real conversations that uncover truth, spark change, and bring more joy to how we parent. Want to join the conversation? Email us at raisingsouls@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail on our podcast page (scroll down!) at myconvo.org/podc...

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May 28, 2025 2 mins

What is a power struggle and what is a better lens to look through when it comes to your child's safety and respect for people?


We’re looking for parents who’d like to join Erika for a conversation on the podcast.These aren’t therapy sessions—they’re real conversations that uncover truth, spark change, and bring more joy to how we parent. Want to join the conversation? Email us at raisingsouls@gmail.com or leave us a voicem...

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May 28, 2025 3 mins

A new lens in which to see our kids and our roles as parents.

We’re looking for parents who’d like to join Erika for a conversation on the podcast.These aren’t therapy sessions—they’re real conversations that uncover truth, spark change, and bring more joy to how we parent. Want to join the conversation? Email us at raisingsouls@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail on our podcast page (scroll down!) at myconvo.org/podcast.


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May 28, 2025 49 secs

Dr. Erika Bocknek explains what drives Raising Souls Podcast.


We’re looking for parents who’d like to join Erika for a conversation on the podcast.These aren’t therapy sessions—they’re real conversations that uncover truth, spark change, and bring more joy to how we parent. Want to join the conversation? Email us at raisingsouls@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail on our podcast page (scroll down!) at myconvo.org/podcast.

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