Community can be important for a child, especially as they enter their adolescent years, and getting engaged does not have to be focused on geographical location. Listen to this heart-wrenching episode as Jim and Cinda Rachor share their experiences on teaching their children the true meaning and wonders of service. Key takeaways to listen for The essence of meeting new people Concept of act of service and contribution  Benefits of establishing sense of community to teens How appreciation can make a difference in this world Balancing work and family life Overcoming the truest battle in life Value of integrating service About Jim and Cinda Rachor  Dr. James Rachor, is a Christian who has a heart to help the less fortunate of the world.  He has been married to Lucinda Rachor for 29 years; he is the father of 7 children and two of his daughters were adopted from Guatemala. He has been a practicing dentist in Michigan for almost 30 years and serves as the President of Transforming Futures Charitable Foundation US and he is the Vice President of Transforming Futures Guatemala.   Cinda Rachor has been involved with the people of Guatemala since 2005. She has a Bachelor Degree in Psychology and a Bachelor Degree in the Science of Nursing from the University of Michigan. She is the mother of seven children and resides in Michigan. Every year Cinda spends several weeks in Guatemala leading mission teams and passionately pursues ways that she and her teams can intersect with the strengths and needs of the people living in Guatemala. Connect with Jim and Cinda Website: Transforming Futures   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Whatever parenting method you use, you only want the best for your children, and your main obligation is to assist them in achieving their goals. Listen in as Sarah shares her insights on how to raise responsible and empowered children. Key takeaways to listen for Parental responsibilities to their children Building your children’s self-esteem How to create your own legacy Significance of financial accountability Ways to help your children manage finances Instilling healthy habits to reduce immune risk Steps to keep your children healthy during a pandemic Keeping your core values and beliefs  About  Sarah Hiner Sarah Hiner, president and CEO of Bottom Line Inc., is passionate about giving people the tools and knowledge they need to be in control of their lives in areas such as living a healthier life, the challenges of the health-care system, commonsense financial advice and creating great relationships. She appears often on national radio and hosts the Bottom Line Advocator Podcast, where she interviews leading experts to help people be their own best advocates in all areas of life. Connect with Sarah  Website: Bottom Line Inc. Facebook: Bottom Line Inc. IG: @bottomlineinc   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Some people view time as a moving object that is always changing, and we know that our brains have a slight processing delay between the time an event occurs and the time we observe it. In this episode, Leslie Josel talks about the importance of time management and some intriguing time-related facts.  Key takeaways to listen for Things you didn’t know about time The impact between using a digital and analog clock Setting the right pace to improve productivity How the new generation perceives time today The concept of education and how to learn in a time of crisis Techniques to motivate children and eliminate distraction Importance of work and life balance Resources mentioned in this episode What's the Deal with Teens and Time Management The Complete Diabetes Organizer How To Do It Now Because It’s Not Going Away About  Leslie Josel  Leslie Josel is a celebrated organizational coach and founder of “Order Out of Chaos,” a consulting firm that specializes in student organization and chronic disorganization. She is  a successful entrepreneur, author and acclaimed international speaker. She created an award-winning "Academic Planner: A Tool for Time Management®", a planner that helps students master time management skills, and I'm the award-winning author of "How To Do It Now Because It's Not Going Away" and “What’s the Deal with Teens and Time Management”, a Parent’s Guide to Teaching Time Management. Connect with Leslie Website: Order Out of Chaos   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Satisfaction cannot be achieved in a single facet. We have a tendency to keep looking for more until we fall into a net of despair. Dr. Kelly Flanagan joins us today to talk about the meaning of companionship and the importance of finding your inner purpose. Key takeaways to listen for Understanding the belief of personal space  Awareness to positive motivation How to find the opportunity to communicate with your teens The foundation to improve the parent-teen relationship Rite of passage during adolescence Loneliness and its impact on yourself and your family The purpose of communicating your feelings The concept of bridging imperfection and loneliness The core purpose of our companions Resources mentioned in this episode Loveable True Companions About Dr. Kelly Flanagan Dr. Kelly Flanagan is a clinical psychologist, writer, and blogger. He grew up in a small town in rural Illinois, and got out of it as fast as he could, because he figured the satisfaction we’re all looking for couldn’t be found in a cornfield. He went to the University of Illinois and majored in psychology, before going on to Penn State for graduate school. Connect with Dr. Kelly Website: Dr.Kelly Flanagan IG: @drkellyflanagan Facebook: Dr.Kelly Flanagan   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Our lives do not center on a single feature; there are other aspects that we might observe around us, and the environment we live in are strongly connected. Dive into this episode and be inspired by Nigel Bennett's story of how his childhood experiences influenced his parenting style. Key takeaways to listen for How to make a difference and impact to your family The principles of good parenting  The importance of prioritizing family over business  Is it possible to grow a business while connecting with your family?  Values we need to pass to future generations Biggest fears that families are facing today Resources mentioned in this episode Book: Take That Leap: Risking It All For What REALLY Matters  About Nigel Bennett In 1992, Nigel co-founded Aqua-Guard Spill Response Inc. The business’s mission: protect water, the world’s most precious resource. For over twenty years, the company has designed, fabricated, and supplied marine oil spill response equipment and provided related services to 3,000+ clients worldwide. Aqua-Guard’s patented oil skimming technology has been used to clean up spills from Alaska to the Gulf of Mexico and from Egypt to China. Nigel and Aqua-Guard have received multiple awards for their innovation, business excellence, and entrepreneurialism. Connect with Nigel Website: NIGEL J BENNETT ; AQUA GUARD Founder: TruBeach ; GiftADD Podcast: IMPACT Podcast LinkedIn: Nigel Bennett Facebook: Aqua-Guard Spill Response Inc   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

We see all the highlights of the perfect lives of influencers or celebrities in social media, but what we don’t see is the struggle behind that. Join us today to learn how social media negatively affects the awareness-raising of mental health and find out what you can do to normalize it. Key takeaways to listen for Where should the normalization of mental health begin? How social media affects the awareness of mental health What can you learn from your children? Behind the scenes of social media How to cultivate empathy in your family About Glenn Marsden Glenn Marsden is the CEO and Founder of one of Australia's most Publicised Initiatives ‘Imperfectly Perfect’. He is also a highly sought-after Business Strategist and International Public Speaker. Glenn has an innate ability to connect with audiences of all ages, and his talks are both impactful and empowering as he shares the vulnerability through his personal story of going through adversity; dealing with a dark depression of body dysmorphia, losing a friend to suicide to turning that adversity around and using his pain, his passion for change and a determination like no other to lead a Global Campaign turned Organisation for change around Mental Health. Connect with Glenn Website: www.imperfectlyperfectcampaign.org Facebook: Imperfectly Perfect Campaign Twitter: @imperfe25671910 YouTube: Imperfectly Perfect Campaign Instagram: @imperfectlyperfectcampaign LinkedIn: Imperfectly Perfect Campaign   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Talking to someone about your problem can help you solve it or give you a new perspective on it. Listen in as Amy Van Slambrook discusses how trauma affects our lives, bodies, and the way we interact with our families and other people. Key takeaways to listen for Understanding the trauma and emotional pain Benefits of talking about your problems Is physical activity beneficial in reducing trauma? Unlocking the traumatic memories  Effects of trauma on our children How to support your children when experiencing trauma About Amy Van Slambrook  Amy Van Slambrook is a Licensed Psychotherapist and life coach. She uses her personal journey of healing lifelong traumas to help others do the same, by giving voice to the unhealed wounds affecting their lives and relationships. She’s a graduate of Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Bachelors in Psychology, Connect with Amy  Instagram: @amyvanslambrook Website: Amy Van Slambrook  Email: amy@amyvanslambrook.com   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

In these challenging times, checking on your family's mental health is essential. Listen to this episode and learn how to establish a healthier lifestyle for your family and the importance of ending relationships that no longer work for you. Key takeaways to listen for How to forge mental health within your family The main reason for marital disconnection during the global pandemic Tips to help kids handle uncertainty The importance of setting boundaries with people How to apply the ‘’Doorman Principle’’ About Jason Wasser Jason is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Addictions Professional (CAP), and Certified Hypnotherapist. A sought-after speaker, Jason has conducted numerous seminars at college campuses, retreats, and educational programs on topics including spirituality, relationships, healing, business/entrepreneurship, and leadership. He has an interest in working with entrepreneurs and high-performance individuals through his consulting and coaching and utilizes integrative and alternative medicine modalities to amplify his successful outcomes with his clients. Jason is the owner of The Family Room Wellness Associates, a Mind-Body therapeutic healing practice in Fort Lauderdale and works with children, couples, individuals, and families. Connect with Jason Instagram: @youwinninglife Website: www.thefamilyroomsfl.com   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Changing from the ''I have to'' to the ''I get to'' mindset goes a long way in your family life. Listen in as Shani Magosky shares how she guides adults into a leadership mindset and gives tips to improve your communication with your loved ones. Key takeaways to listen for Managing vs. Leading How to motivate children to do house chores Tips to help kids manage uncertainty The impact of tone and body language in conversations Resources mentioned in this episode Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us About Shani Magosky After many years of diverse leadership experience across multiple industries, Shani started her leadership development consulting and executive coaching practice, The LeaderShift Project™.  In addition, Shani does content development design, and facilitation of highly interactive trainings and workshops that are relevant, fun, and memorable so learning has the best chance of being retained and applied on the job. She is also the author of ''The Better Boss Blueprint'' and host of The LeaderShifter Show podcast. Connect with Shani Website: www.theleadershiftproject.com Podcast: The Leadershifter Show Instagram: @theleadershiftproject Facebook: The Leadershift Project YouTube: The Leadershift Project with Shani LinkedIn: The Leadershift Project Twitter: @leadershiftproj E-mail: shani@theprojectshift.com   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe

Does success lead to happiness? Or is it happiness that leads to success? Dial in as Robert Mack shares some wisdom on the correlation between happiness and success and get tips on how to teach your children to regulate emotions. Key takeaways to listen for What is happiness? The importance of regulating emotions Checking on your kids' feelings How the psychological immune system works Benefits of breathing from your stomach Recognizing yourself as a whole Resources mentioned in this episode Happiness from the Inside Out: The Art and Science of Fulfillment About Robert Mack Robert is an ivy-league-educated Positive Psychology Expert, Celebrity Happiness Coach, Executive Coach, and Author. Robert is one of the world's leading experts on the relationship between happiness and success. He helps individuals and organizations achieve an energizing balance of authentic personal happiness and effortless professional success, based on time-tested, face-valid, empirical data and timeless, transcendental wisdom. Robert's first book, Happiness from the Inside Out: The Art and Science of Fulfillment, is celebrity-endorsed and critically acclaimed. It has been translated into various languages, including Chinese.  Connect with Robert Website: www.coachrobmack.com Instagram: @robmackofficial   Connect with Us To learn more about us, visit our website at www.18summers.com or email us at info@18summers.com. To get a copy of our book “The Family Board Meeting”, click here. Subscribe to 18 Summers Podcast and leave a rating and written review! Social Media Channels Facebook Group: 18 Summers LinkedIn: Jimmy Sheils Instagram: @18summerstribe