Families with Dash

Families with Dash

Families with Dash features a Clinical Mental Health Counselor (Joan) sharing insights with her entrepreneur daughter (Amelia) on all things family related. From newborns to grandchildren, from husbands to homeschool, we share 50 years of experience that is time-tested and research approved. Increase your parenting confidence by joining us!

Episodes

May 23, 2023 44 mins

Most parents don't realize that powerful research shows that the ability to delay gratification in children is the most important factor for life success. Not grades. Not genius intelligence. Not money. The most important factor (after having a reasonable level of intelligence) is the trait Concientiousness. That's a fancy way to say, "Ability to delay gratification." Heres an important podcast that points to these facts. 

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"A puppy? I can't take having a puppy!" We've all said it, right? And it is true that pets can be a significant stressor when you have very young children. But pets can teach important lessons of empathy, love, patience, and loyalty to our older children. In this podcast, Amelia and Joan discuss the benefits of having family pets and why it might be worth the effort to invite an animal into your family. 

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May 14, 2023 38 mins

We know there are tons of questions, concerns, hopes and dreams around homeschooling your children. Here are some key concepts by experienced homeschool moms and the research based insights from a clinical mental health counselor. Let us know what other issues you want addressed!

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This gives answers to your homeschooling questions. The questions you have wanted to ask and the answers that you need. Enjoy!

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February 15, 2023 55 mins

Maybe you are trying to go the "gentle parenting" route but find you are yelling at your children more. You are not alone. Here are some solutions to that unhealthy habit of yelling.

 

 

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Hear from a super experienced, second-generation homeschool mom of five children ages 10-18 years old. She has successfully navigated the issues that may be challenging you -- and you will get some concrete ideas to inspire you! 

 

Purchase the popular phonics-based reading program at Dash into Learning.

Purchase our family-centered Social Emotional Learning program Dash into Happy

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This episodes discusses the development of attention in children so they can become proficient musicians--plus family traditions that create an appreciation and excitement for masterpiece music. You can start before your baby is even born!

 

Purchase our delightful early learning curriculum at DashIntoLearning.com and our family centered Social Emotional Learning program at DashIntoHappy.com

 

 

 

 

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Ever wondered the secrets to getting children to practice their instrument? Joan is a mother of seven musical children and Amelia is the mom of four kids who are learning instruments. And they are sharing some time tested strategies to inspire your child to practice.

 

See our popular phonics based reading program for kids here at DashintoLearning.com

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Don't you have to criticize your kids and spouse to motivate them? The answer is "No". Learn a different strategy that will help you kick the criticism habit. 

 

 

Show notes:

Amelia’s experience with her new ponies

Strength-based motivation contrasted with...

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November 10, 2022 37 mins

Show notes week 6 is your child a Praise Junkie? 

 

Definition of "Praise Junkie"

One of the downsides of positive parenting 

Cultural backdrop of overpraising children: 

◦ BF skinner research in positive reinforcement in 1920s

◦ Definitions of positive reinforcement, negative reinforcement, Punishment

◦ Permissive parenting in the 1960s as a pendulum shift

◦ Motivating with positive reinforcement schedules rather than negative...

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Purchase our family-centered Social Emotion Learning program at DashintoHappy.com

Purchase our open-and-go homeschool curriculum at DashintoLearning.com

 

Week 5 show notes Attachment w teens part 2

 

Secure base to launch your teen

Stewardship delegation

When teenagers say “I’m fine” 

Always maintain authority as you are giving more independence

Interviewing/check in w teens

Values and goals clarification

Life maps

How to listen...

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Joan and Amelia talk about attachment with your teenagers.  Be a secure base to launch your teen Stewardship delegation When teenagers say “I’m fine” Always maintain authority as you are giving more independence Interviewing/check in w teens Values and goals clarification Life maps How to listen so your child will talk Fetal development Role play Additive empathy Attunement and reflecting Strength-based motivation Trips w kids...
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Secure attachment creates resilience to bullying

Ways to “collect” your children

  • Recommended Book: Hold On to Your Kids by Dr. Gordon Neufeld
  • Together Time with your child as an investment in attachment
  • Identifying with adults is an indication of a secure attachment
  • The power of the regular rituals
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October 19, 2022 38 mins

Purchase our emotional resilience program for parents and kids here

and our other educational curriculum here: dashintolearning.com

One benefit of Secure attachment with parents rather than peers: 

Secure attachment improves resilience to bullying

Parents as the Safe-haven 

Teen Suicide after bullying because of peer dependence 

Homeschooled kids are often more securely attached to parents

Parents can be a Secure Base to explore t...

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October 19, 2022 33 mins

Amelia and Joan introduce themselves

Purpose of the podcast

General parenting philosophy

Three lenses for understanding behavior:

Cognitive

Trauma

Attachment

Role of attachment in relationships

Differences in the attachment paradigm and various practices

Definition of Peer Dependence in children

Why Peer dependence is potentially harmful

How the modern culture creates peer dependence

What to look for to tell if your child is pee...

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