The Parental Compass

Child Psychologist and author Mona Delahooke joins The Compass to discuss supporting neurodivergent youth through relational safety, advocacy, and approaching situations with empathy. 

Child Psychologist and author Mona Delahooke joins The Compass to discuss supporting neurodivergent youth through relational safety, advocacy, and approaching situations with empathy. 

When your child is misbehaving, it is not because they want to do bad but rather because they don’t yet have the skills to meet expectations. Kim Hopkins of Lives in the Balance (www.livesinthebalance.com) joins The Compass to discuss Collaborative and Proactive Solutions.

When your child misbehaves, it is not because they want to do bad but because they don’t yet have the skills to meet expectations. Kim Hopkins of Lives in the Balance (www.livesinthebalance.com) joins The Compass to discuss Collaborative and Proactive Solutions.

This week The Parental Compass meets The Parent Compass.

Cindy Muchnick, the author of the book The Parent Compass, joins the show to discuss how to be supportive of your child’s academics while not becoming so involved that it becomes disempowering. She also speaks on encouraging your child to follow their passions and be their own advocate.

Our partners at KMRE Radio in Bellingham are increasing their signal! Each Monday at 10am, KMRE airs The Parental Compass in its entirety. To support their expansion efforts, visit https://kmre.org/auction/

This week The Parental Compass meets The Parent Compass.

Cindy Muchnick, the author of the book The Parent Compass, joins the show to discuss how to be supportive of your child’s academics while not becoming so involved that it becomes disempowering. She also speaks on encouraging your child to follow their passions and be their own advocate.

Our partners at KMRE Radio in Bellingham are increasing their signal! Each Monday at 10am, KMRE airs The Parental Compass in its entirety. To support their expansion efforts, visit https://kmre.org/auction/

Andrea Dorn, the author of When Someone Dies: A Children's Mindful How-To Guide on Greif and Loss, joins The Compass to discuss speaking with children about death, tools for them to process emotions, and how to honor a person's memory.

To learn more about Andrea's work, visit https://www.andreadorn.com/

Andrea Dorn, the author of When Someone Dies: A Children's Mindful How-To Guide on Greif and Loss, joins The Compass to discuss speaking with children about death, tools for them to process emotions, and how to honor a person's memory.

To learn more about Andrea's work, visit https://www.andreadorn.com/

Jessica Lahey is a best-selling author, writer for the New York Times, parent, and recovering alcoholic. She joins The Compass to share what she's learned about preventing addiction in her own children. Jessica explains speaking with your child about addiction, the less thought about risk factors and building up protections. 

Jessica Lahey is a best-selling author, writer for the New York Times, parent, and recovering alcoholic. She joins The Compass to share what she's learned about preventing addiction in her children. Jessica explains speaking with your child about addiction, the less thought about risk factors and building up protections. 

As a parent, it is easy to be critical of yourself. The mistakes always seem to stand out more than the successes!

This week The Compass is joined by best-selling author Carla Naumburg.  Carla discusses how to practice self-compassion and her newly released book, “You Are Not A Sh*tty Parent.”

To find Carla Naumburg’s new book and learn more about her work, visit https://www.carlanaumburg.com/

As a parent, it is easy to be critical of yourself. The mistakes always seem to stand out more than the successes!

This week The Compass is joined by best-selling author Carla Naumburg.  Carla discusses how to practice self-compassion and her newly released book, “You Are Not A Sh*tty Parent.”

To find Carla Naumburg’s new book and learn more about her work, visit https://www.carlanaumburg.com/

When a child has had their trust broken, especially by closest to them, that trauma can dramatically impact their behavior. Guest Penny Michel and Stephanie Rodriguez join The Compass to discuss Trust Based Relational Intervention and share their strategies for support.

To learn more about TBRI visit >>This Link<<

Or sign up for a training at >>This Link<<

When a child has had their trust broken, especially by closest to them, that trauma can dramatically impact their behavior. Guest Penny Michel and Stephanie Rodriguez join The Compass to discuss Trust Based Relational Intervention and share their strategies for support.

To learn more about TBRI visit >>This Link<<

Or sign up for a training at >>This Link<<

Dr. Stuart Shankner (of York University and the Self-Regulation Institute) joins The Compass to discuss the teen stress epidemic. He explains stress warning signs, brain chemistry, causes, and how you, as a parent, can offer support.  

To learn more about Dr. Shankner’s work, visit www.self-reg.ca

Dr. Stuart Shankner (of York University and the Self-Regulation Institute) joins The Compass to discuss the teen stress epidemic. He explains stress warning signs, brain chemistry, causes, and how you, as a parent, can offer support.  

To learn more about Dr. Shankner’s work, visit www.self-reg.ca

Tim Olson is the author of the new book, The Legacy of Absence. He joins The Compass to talk about the impact of absent fathers, steps to remain emotionally present, and forgiveness.

To learn more about Tim Olson or to purchase his new book, visit www.TimOlsonAuthor.com

Tim Olson is the author of the new book, The Legacy of Absence. He joins The Compass to talk about the impact of absent fathers, steps to remain emotionally present, and forgiveness.

To learn more about Tim Olson or to purchase his new book, visit www.TimOlsonAuthor.com

This week we celebrate the 100th episode of The Parental Compass. To help commemorate the occasion, Bobby takes the interview chair to discuss how you can help youth develop skills they will carry with them for the rest of their lives by engaging them in their passions. 

This week's episode is guest hosted by Nathan Hodge of Razor Tongue Radio. 

To learn more about Bobby's work with The Bridge Music Project, visit www.bridgemusicproject.org. 

To learn more about Nathan Hodge's work with Razor Tongue Radio and beyond, visit www.razortonguemedia.com. 

This week we celebrate the 100th episode of The Parental Compass. To help commemorate the occasion, Bobby takes the interview chair to discuss how you can help youth develop skills they will carry with them for the rest of their lives by engaging them in their passions. 

This week's episode is guest hosted by Nathan Hodge of Razor Tongue Radio. 

To learn more about Bobby's work with The Bridge Music Project, visit www.bridgemusicproject.org. 

To learn more about Nathan Hodge's work with Razor Tongue Radio and beyond, visit www.razortonguemedia.com. 

Gary Burris, Executive Director of the Child Care Action Council, joins The Compass to share his insights on the child care industry and his tips for finding the right center for your child.  

Gary Burris, Executive Director of the Child Care Action Council, joins The Compass to share his insights on the child care industry and his tips for finding the right center for your child.  

Talking with your children about sex can be an incredibly uncomfortable conversation. How do you approach the topic? What information should you share when? How do you make sure your children understand your values around sex?

Amy Lang has taught sex education for 25 years and is the author of “Sex talks with Tweens.” She answers these questions and more in this week’s episode of The Parental Compass.

Talking with your children about sex can be an incredibly uncomfortable conversation. How do you approach the topic? What information should you share when? How do you make sure your children understand your values around sex?

Amy Lang has taught sex education for 25 years and is the author of “Sex talks with Tweens.” She answers these questions and more in this week’s episode of The Parental Compass.

Physical therapist Sally Carman joins The Compass to explain children's sensory challenges and strategies for offering support. She discusses sensory systems that are less understood but greatly impact a young person’s quality of life.

Physical therapist Sally Carman joins The Compass to explain children's sensory challenges and strategies for offering support. She discusses sensory systems that are less understood but greatly impact a young person’s quality of life.

Paul Offit is a doctor who helped create the Rotavirus vaccine, credited with saving millions of lives worldwide. He joins The Compass the give us an update on Covid, how the vaccine is working so far, and his thoughts on why it is still important to be vaccinated.

Paul Offit is a doctor who helped create the Rotavirus vaccine, credited with saving millions of lives worldwide. He joins The Compass the give us an update on Covid, how the vaccine is working so far, and his thoughts on why it is still important to be vaccinated.

Today youth mental health is a more widely discussed issue than ever before. Still, it can be tough to know where to turn when your child is struggling.

Eliana Stockwell-Ferber from NAMI (the world’s largest grassroots mental health organization) joins The Compass to discuss her challenges growing up, what her parents did to help, and steps you can take to provide support.

For more about NAMI’s Stop the Silence Campaign, visit www.NAMITM.org

Today youth mental health is a more widely discussed issue than ever before. Still, knowing where to turn when your child is struggling can be tough.

Eliana Stockwell-Ferber from NAMI (the world’s largest grassroots mental health organization) joins The Compass to discuss her challenges growing up, what her parents did to help, and steps you can take to provide support.

For more about NAMI’s Stop the Silence Campaign, visit www.NAMITM.org

Natasha Tarpley, author of the best-selling children’s book “I Love My Hair,” joins The Compass to discuss encouraging your children to be their authentic selves. Natasha shares wisdom she gained growing up, the inspiration behind her stories, and creating safe environments where children can thrive.  

www.NatashaTarpleyWrites.com

Natasha Tarpley, author of the best-selling children’s book “I Love My Hair,” joins The Compass to discuss encouraging your children to be their authentic selves. Natasha shares wisdom she gained growing up, the inspiration behind her stories, and creating safe environments where children can thrive.  

www.NatashaTarpleyWrites.com

As a professional commentator, Tony Ventrella is a staple in Seattle sports. He is also the author of “Smile in the Mirror” and “Here’s Smiling at You.”

Tony joins The Compass to discuss the lessons he learned as a child, managing a family with a career, and the core values he hopes to leave his children.

As a professional commentator, Tony Ventrella is a staple in Seattle sports. He is also the author of “Smile in the Mirror” and “Here’s Smiling at You.”

Tony joins The Compass to discuss the lessons he learned as a child, managing a family with a career, and the core values he hopes to leave his children.

As a parent, you don't always know the extent of your child's substance use but can usually sense when something's wrong.

Addiction counselor and author of "The Addicted Child: A Parent's Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse" joins the Compass to discuss warning signs, approaching with compassion, and maintaining hope. 

To learn more about supporting youth with substance abuse challenges, visit www.HelpTheAddictedChild.com. 

As a parent, you don't always know the extent of your child's substance use but can usually sense when something's wrong.

Addiction counselor and author of "The Addicted Child: A Parent's Guide to Adolescent Substance Abuse" joins the Compass to discuss warning signs, approaching with compassion, and maintaining hope. 

To learn more about supporting youth with substance abuse challenges, visit www.HelpTheAddictedChild.com. 

This week on The Compass, we are joined by ADHD parenting coach Diane Dempster of Impact Parents. Diane explains helping your child when they feel emotionally hijacked, academic challenges, and providing support without coddling them. 

For a free "12 Fool-Proof Tips to Parent a Complex Teen" information sheet, visit www.ImpactParents.com/Compass

This week on The Compass, we are joined by ADHD parenting coach Diane Dempster of Impact Parents. Diane explains helping your child when they feel emotionally hijacked, academic challenges, and providing support without coddling them. 

For a free "12 Fool-Proof Tips to Parent a Complex Teen" information sheet, visit www.ImpactParents.com/Compass

Every parent experiences conflict with their child at some point. Still, how you respond to the conflict can make all the difference. 

Parenting Coach Cynthia Klein (www.AllyParenting.com) joins The Compass to explain the different roles parents can take for managing those tough situations.  

Every parent experiences conflict with their child at some point. Still, how you respond to the conflict can make all the difference. 

Parenting Coach Cynthia Klein (www.AllyParenting.com) joins The Compass to explain the different roles parents can take for managing those tough situations. 

As an actor, teacher, and advocate, James Miles has had several mentors help him along the way. He now leads Mentor Washington, an organization that helps connect thousands of youth with quality mentors.

James joins The Compass to discuss his journey, qualities that make a good mentor, and the impact someone taking you under their wing can have.  

As an actor, teacher, and advocate, James Miles has had several mentors help him along the way. He now leads Mentor Washington, an organization that helps connect thousands of youth with quality mentors.

James joins The Compass to discuss his journey, qualities that make a good mentor, and the impact someone taking you under their wing can have.  

Between movies, music, and other media, it can feel like marijuana is everywhere. It can be hard to get to the facts with all the messages your children receive.  

Jason Kilmer (Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Washington) joins The Compass to explain weed, its impact on the brain, and how to approach speaking with your children.  

For more information about supporting your children, visit:

www.StartTalkingNow.Org

www.LearnAboutMarijuanaWA.Org

www.CollegeParentsMatter.Org

Between movies, music, and other media, it can feel like marijuana is everywhere. It can be hard to get to the facts with all the messages your children receive.  

Jason Kilmer (Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from the University of Washington) joins The Compass to explain weed, its impact on the brain, and how to approach speaking with your children.  

For more information about supporting your children, visit:

www.StartTalkingNow.Org

www.LearnAboutMarijuanaWA.Org

www.CollegeParentsMatter.Org

Vaping rates among teenagers are at an all-time high. This week, Amy Taylor of the Truth Initiative (www.truthinitiative.org) joins The Compass to discuss vaping’s impact on mental health, how much is still unknown about vaping, and how to speak with your children without a finger waving approach.

Vaping rates among teenagers are at an all-time high. This week, Amy Taylor of  the Truth Initiative (www.truthinitiative.org) joins The Compass to discuss vaping’s impact on mental health, how much is still unknown about vaping, and how to speak with your children without a finger waving approach.

In the midst of the shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas we decided to release our episode with Officer Tyler Boling. 

Since Columbine, there have been over 280 school shootings in America.  Officer Boling joins The Compass to discuss what is being done to keep children safe, how they can protect themselves, and responsible gun ownership.

In the midst of the shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas we decided to release our episode with Officer Tyler Boling. 

Since Columbine, there have been over 280 school shootings in America.  Officer Boling joins The Compass to discuss what is being done to keep children safe, how they can protect themselves, and responsible gun ownership.

Education Specialist Matt Gale (of Treehouse) joins The Compass to share how you can work with schools AS A TEAM to better support your child. Matt discusses education cultures, how you can advocate, and how much of a difference having one adult your child likes at school can make.

Education Specialist, Matt Gale (of Treehouse) joins The Compass to share how you can work with schools AS A TEAM to better support your child. Matt discusses education cultures, how you can advocate, and how much of a difference having one adult your child likes at school can make.