The Parental Compass

Alfie Kohn is the author of several books including Punished by Rewards and Unconditional Parenting. He joins The Compass to explain how the traditional “do this and you’ll get that” approach to parenting may get temporary compliance by does not help your child long-term.

To learn more about Alfie Kohn’s work visit www.alfiekohn.org

Alfie Kohn is the author of several books, including Punished by Rewards and Unconditional Parenting. He joins The Compass to explain how the traditional “do this and you’ll get that” approach to parenting may get temporary compliance by does not help your child long-term.

To learn more about Alfie Kohn’s work, visit www.alfiekohn.org

Alayna (who is 19) and Melissa (who is 54) both suffered from eating disorders growing up. They join to share their multigenerational perspective on eating disorder warning signs, underlying causes, and paths toward recovery.

To find Alayna and Melissa’s book “FULL: Overcoming Our Eating Disorders to Fully Live" go to www.blackumbrellawellness.com.

Alayna (who is 19) and Melissa (who is 54) both suffered from eating disorders growing up. They join to share their multigenerational perspective on eating disorder warning signs, underlying causes, and paths toward recovery.

To find Alayna and Melissa’s book “FULL: Overcoming Our Eating Disorders to Fully Live" go to www.blackumbrellawellness.com.

Family conflict, the loss of a loved one, and the pressures of materialism. All of these can make the holidays a difficult time of year. Accomplished author Barbara Coloroso (www.kidsareworthit.com) joins The Compass to discuss navigating these challenges in a way that honors and respects everyone, including yourself.  

Family conflict, the loss of a loved one, and the pressures of materialism. All of these can make the holidays a difficult time of year. Accomplished author Barbara Coloroso (www.kidsareworthit.com) joins The Compass to discuss navigating these challenges in a way that honors and respects everyone, including yourself.  

In middle school, social relationships become a lot more complicated. It is a time when many friendships start to change.

Jessica Speer is the award-winning author of BFF or NRF (Not Really Friends)? A Girl's Guide to Happy Friendships and Middle School- Safety Goggles Advised. She joins The Compass to discuss how to best support your child navigate their social relationships through this difficult period. 

To learn more about Jessica's work, visit https://jessicaspeer.com/

In middle school, social relationships become a lot more complicated. It is a time when many friendships start to change.

Jessica Speer is the award-winning author of BFF or NRF (Not Really Friends)? A Girl's Guide to Happy Friendships and Middle School- Safety Goggles Advised. She joins The Compass to discuss how to best support your child navigate their social relationships through this difficult period. 

To learn more about Jessica's work, visit https://jessicaspeer.com/

We all want to raise empathetic, grateful, and grounded children. Natalie Silverstein is the author of the Simple Acts Guide book series. (simpleactsguide.com)

Natalie joins The Compass to discuss volunteerism, modeling empathetic behaviors, and how you can include helping others in your family's busy life. 

We all want to raise empathetic, grateful, and grounded children. Natalie Silverstein is the author of the Simple Acts Guide book series. (simpleactsguide.com)

Natalie joins The Compass to discuss volunteerism, modeling empathetic behaviors, and how you can include helping others in your family's busy life. 

This week The Parental Compass is coming to you LIVE from the Strengthening Families Conference. Our guest, Dr. Devorah Heitner, is the author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive and Survive in Their Digital World and the forthcoming, Growing Up In Public (2023) and has published articles about kids and tech in the Washington Post, CNN Opinion, and The New York Times. Dr. Devorah Heitner discusses how to navigate raising children in the digital age.

For more information about Devorah’s work visit www.devorahheitner.com

This week The Parental Compass is coming to you LIVE from the Strengthening Families Conference. Our guest, Dr. Devorah Heitner, is the author of Screenwise: Helping Kids Thrive and Survive in Their Digital World and the forthcoming, Growing Up In Public (2023) and has published articles about kids and tech in the Washington Post, CNN Opinion, and The New York Times. Dr. Devorah Heitner discusses how to navigate raising children in the digital age.

For more information about Devorah’s work visit www.devorahheitner.com

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