Mental Health Matters

Mental Health Matters

Talking mental health! Each week we break down different aspects of life and how to cope. Tune in each Thursday.

Episodes

September 4, 2025 32 mins

This week we discuss the importance of normalizing uncomfortable to big topics with our teens that might be hard to talk about. We also talk about the importance of staying calm and what to do if you notice signs of suicidal ideation. 

Resources for September's Suicide Prevention Awareness Month 

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This week we explain the natural development process of teens gaining autonomy from their parents and what parents can do to cope with that. We discuss the importance of continuing to develop a good relationship while also exploring ways to build connection. 

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This week we discuss the importance of helping teens to know how to advocate for themselves and avoid situations with adults they are uncomfortable with. We also explain various reasons why teens might be reluctant to say no to an adult. 

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August 14, 2025 32 mins

This week we break down the difference between sacrificing for your kids and sacrificing everything for your kids. We discuss why self-care is so important and what it can look like. 

Book title of the reference Liz made: 

Take Back Your Marriage: Sticking Together in a World That Pulls Us Apart, by William Doherty PhD

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This week we are excited to have a live coaching session! We welcome Melissa and Selina and Jeremiah coach her through the difficulty she experiences with her daughters impulsivity. 

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July 31, 2025 37 mins

This week we wrap up our book review on "The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness", by Jonathan Haidt. We discuss the various collective actions he recommends and what we agree and disagree with. 


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July 24, 2025 37 mins

This week we continue with our review of the book "The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness", by Jonathan Haidt. We explain how boys are adversely affected from being immersed in the online world. We also discuss the dangers of pornography and the lack of real connection that it brings. 

References: 

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July 17, 2025 33 mins

This week we continue our review of the book "The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness", by Jonathan Haidt. We break down why cell phones and social media are so dangerous to young teens especially. We also talk about why social media is more harmful to girls. 

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July 10, 2025 35 mins

This week we begin our review of the book "The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness", by Jonathan Haidt. We explore a key highlight from the book of over-protecting our kids in the physical world while under-protecting them in the digital world.  

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July 3, 2025 34 mins

This week we explain what can happen when we over-protect our kids. We discuss the need to allow our kids to make mistakes when safety isn't an issue or irreversible damage can done.  

References: 

  • Fight The New Drug: https://fightthenewdrug.org/
  • Next weeks book review:  The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness, by Jonathan Haidt 

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June 26, 2025 35 mins

This week we wrap up our three-part series on self-confidence in teens. We delve into why rejection is so hard for teens and adolescence and how we can help them overcome it. 

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June 19, 2025 35 mins

This week we explore the importance of kids and teens finding there own self-worth rather than deriving it from friends or external sources. We discuss the importance of modeling self-confidence to kids as well as allowing them to explore their identity. 

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June 12, 2025 29 mins

This week we begin a multi-part series on self-worth in teens. Today's focus is on where self-confidence comes from and how we can help teens and young kids develop their own sense of self worth. 

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This week we explain what emotional intelligence is and how it impacts us throughout the lifespan. We give you tips for helping kids and teens develop the skills and well as learn empathy. 

References: 

Brene Brown's Sympathy Versus Empathy Video 

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May 29, 2025 35 mins

This week we discuss coping skills in a crisis, both individually for teens or a family crisis. We explain warning signs to look for as well as creating emotional safety. 

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May 29, 2025 59 secs

New episode dropping soon! 

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May 15, 2025 30 mins

This week we explain the importance of avoiding shame in kids. We explain how parents can inadvertently cause shame as well as how they can help increase belonging and self-confidence. 

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This week we explore why kids and teens lie as well as how to handle it. We offer tips for building connection as well as looking for an underlying symptom. 

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May 1, 2025 33 mins

This week we explore how we can help teens and kids through the grief process. We define different ways kids can experience grief and when to seek outside help. 

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April 17, 2025 37 mins

This week we discuss the importance of giving kids gradual freedoms to gain independence. We explain peer influence and why building connections are so important. 


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