Parenting with Impact

Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster
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Jul 17, 2024 • 33min

Ep 171: Are You Unflappable? Adapting to Parent Stress, Grief, Change and More

Parenting With Impact with Elaine Taylor-Klaus Episode 171 Are You Unflappable? Adapting to Parent Stress, Grief, Change and More with Renee ZavislakRenee Zavislak, the host of Psycho Therapist: The Podcast, is a licensed psychotherapist, coach, and nutritionist in private practice; she specializes in treating complex trauma, high conflict families, and anxiety. Renée's homebase is Sonoma County, California, where she lives with her husband and son, and she travels to see clients in Los Angeles, New York City, and San Diego. In addition to weekly therapy sessions, Renée works via multi-day intensives for individuals, couples, and groups that focus on holistic healing. When she isn't working or cooking, she can be found fawning over her Canine-American soulmate, Chili.Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Renee Zavislak about parental stress and grief.Ten Tips for Calm and Confident Parenting of Complex KidsParenting complex kids can be difficult, even mind-numbing at times. In this FREE Guide you’ll find clear, quick guidance to help you calm the chaos and more confidently prepare your child for greater independence and success! Learn techniques parents all over the world are using to reduce friction and (believe it!) rediscover the joy of parenting.UTM: https://impactparents.pages.ontraport.net/calm-confident-tipsheet?utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_source=episode&utm_medium=cta&utm_content=calmHere is what to expect on this week’s show:Renee emphasizes the significance of being comfortable with making mistakes and apologizing to children. Renee highlights the importance of catching kids being good and shifting the focus towards desired behaviors rather than solely addressing negative ones.Renee advocates for parents to approach parenting with wonderment rather than expectation. Connect with Renee:Website:  https://www.reneezavislaktherapy.com/Podcast:  https://www.psychotherapistthepodcast.com/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/psycho_therapist_renee/Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/giftConnect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/@impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent@impactparentLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/@impactparentsX (fka Twitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents@impactparentsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jul 10, 2024 • 33min

Ep 170: Early Childhood & Beyond: Parents Are a Child's First (and Forever) Teacher

Dr. Marquita Davis, KinderCare’s Chief Academic Officer, discusses the crucial role parents play as a child's first and forever teacher. The podcast explores early childhood education, supporting parents of children with exceptionalities, parent-provider partnerships in child development, and the importance of self-care for parents raising children with challenges like ADHD and autism. It emphasizes the impact parents have on a child's development and the significance of community support.
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Jul 3, 2024 • 33min

Ep 169: Beyond Mean Girls: Parenting and Dignity

Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Rosalind Wiseman about parenting and dignity.Top 12 Tips To Help Your Complex KidsGot complex kids? Yeah, so do we. Parenting a complex kid can be frustrating, overwhelming, and isolating. It can also be incredibly rewarding -- with the right help and guidance! This FREE insider's guide   from the experts at ImpactParents includes our top 12 tips to help you create a calm, peaceful home and guide your kids to become more independent every day.UTM: https://impactparents.pages.ontraport.net/top-twelve-tips-bonus?utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_source=episode&utm_medium=cta&utm_content=12-tipsHere is what to expect on this week’s show:Rosalind and Elaine discuss how technology and the Internet have changed parent-child communication, highlighting the struggle to find a balance between control and creating a safe environment. Elaine and Rosalind talk about the difficulties parents encounter when communicating with their children, particularly when discussing topics like social dynamics and adolescent development. Elaine and Rosalind emphasize the importance of supporting children and families during tough situations; they discuss treating children with dignity, highlighting the importance of valuing a person's inherent worth.Elaine and Rosalind emphasize the importance of meeting complex kids where they are, understanding their underlying motivations, and respecting their agency in parent-child relationships. Related Links:The Anxious Generation (book): https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0593655036/?tag=im0ea3-20Improve Relationships with Complex Kids and Teens: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/improve-relationships-with-complex-kids-and-teensrosalindwiseman.com Redirecting Your Child with ADHD Without Judgment: https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/redirecting-adhd-without-judgment/Six Things to STOP Saying to your ADHD Kids: https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/six-things-stop-saying-to-your-adhd-kids/How to Pick Your Battles to Achieve Family Peace: https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/how-to-pick-your-battles-to-achieve-family-peace/ADHD & Depression, ADHD & Anxiety, and All of the Above: https://youtu.be/EsVPRm9RVD4?si=lj3YuBucpK3A6cmNParenting Anxious Childhood Emotions: https://youtu.be/ff5hXtdem5YWhat Story Are You Telling Yourself?: https://youtu.be/a3Pu8irWDR4Recognizing and Managing Stress Triggers as Parents: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y42_YS3w3Is&t=775sUnderstanding Learning Styles: A Curiosity-Driven Approach: https://youtu.be/za5bG6DuN7MTrusting Complex Kids & Helping Them Trust Us: https://youtu.be/ucPpgibyc_UConnect with Rosalind:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rosalindwiseman/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosalind.wiseman.9LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosalind-wiseman-0a369873TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rosalindwiseman2?_t=8ejF9rJAgtc&_r=1Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent@impactparentLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/@impactparentsX (fka Twitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents@impactparentsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 26, 2024 • 32min

Ep 168: Surgeon General Warning on Social Media: How Should Parents Respond?

Elaine and Diane discuss parents modeling healthy tech habits, importance of open talks with kids about online activities, mindfulness in tech use, and Surgeon General's call for warning labels on social media platforms regarding youth mental health. They highlight the challenges faced by young people in the digital age, risks of excessive social media consumption, and strategies for responsible tech parenting.
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Jun 19, 2024 • 32min

Ep 167: But I Don't Want To! The Emotions Behind Procrastination

Dani Donovan, founder of The Anti-Boring Project, discusses emotions behind procrastination and ADHD. She shares innovative strategies to understand and overcome productivity roadblocks. Highlighting the impact of shame and guilt on procrastination, Dani encourages introspection and forgiveness. Strategies for overcoming procrastation and nurturing emotional intelligence are emphasized.
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Jun 12, 2024 • 23min

Ep 166: Summer Stressors: Realistic Expectations with ADHD & Anxiety

Parenting during the summer presents unique challenges, as parents strive to create a balance between structured activities and unstructured downtime for their children. Elaine and Diane, both experienced in navigating these summertime hurdles, offer insightful perspectives on the matter. Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane as they discuss summer stressors.Ten Self Care Tips for ParentsDo you give and give until you give yourself away? You’re not alone! In this FREE guide for caring (and exhausted!) parents, you may recognize some of the key tips -- but it’s always good to have a reminder! And then there will be some new ideas to help you put yourself back on your list and find a little more peace and joy in family life. Sure, your kids may need more than other kids. But that doesn’t mean you don’t deserve the care you need to keep helping your kids!Here is what to expect on this week’s show:Elaine and Diane advocate for a flexible structure that allows for goal-setting across different types of activitiesElaine and Diane stress the importance of parents prioritizing self-care during the summer months. Involving children in the summer planning process not only encourages autonomy but also fosters essential life skills like executive function and self-sufficiency.Related Links:Flexibility + Structure = Moderation: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/flexibility-structure-moderation-2/Managing Summer Stressors:  A Message to Moms withADHD:  https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/managing-summer-stressors-a-message-to-moms-with-adhd/Planning Summer Days Rhythm and Routine with Kids:  https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/planning-summer-days-rhythm-and-routine-with-kidsSummer Planning with Complex Kids:  https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/summer-planning-with-complex-kidsSetting Boundaries for Summer:  https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/setting-boundaries-for-summer/Dinner with an ADHD Family:  https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/dinner-adhd-family/Anxiety 101: Let Go of Expectations (success story):  https://youtu.be/BmUOXqqL8tYParenting Is Improv!:  https://youtu.be/xjt1rT_TiooTravel Planning with Anxious, Inflexible, Neurodiverse Kids:  https://youtu.be/JWhIFPvmTNUYes, You Can Teach Life Skills Through GAMING:  https://youtu.be/RQL8PUcbGvMMotivation Myths & the Magic of P.I.N.C.H.:  https://youtu.be/2TkKOif9LrU Get your FREE copy of 12 Key CoachingTools https://impactparents.com/gift Connectwith Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/@impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent@impactparentLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/@impactparentsTwitter: https://twitter.com/ImpactParents@impactparentsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Jun 5, 2024 • 28min

Ep 165: Co-Parenting with Elaine & David: Real Strategies to Improve Family Dynamics

David Taylor-Klaus reintroduces Successful Entrepreneurs and Senior Executives to their families. A serial entrepreneur, David is recognized for combining candor, intelligence, and humor with masterful coaching. He challenges leaders and their teams to reach their highest levels of performance in their professional and personal lives.David has lived with depression and ADHD for most of his life giving him a deep understanding of, and compassion for, the neurodivergence that is so common among entrepreneurs and maverick leaders.When David’s life work is done, no entrepreneur nor maverick leader will need to experience what he did: standing on the proverbial bridge wondering how they ever got so lost …David and his wife Elaine (also a best-selling author and professional coach), are "up-until-COVID empty-nesters" now living in the heart of Atlanta with their two dogs and an ever-changing array of their three children. Their life is rich and full!His best-selling book “Mindset Mondays with DTK: 52 Ways to REWIRE Your Thinking and Transform Your Life" is available on Amazon.Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with David Taylor-Klaus about ADHD, co-parenting, and coaching.Parenting is Leadership Parenting is a leadership opportunity. With the "Parenting is Leadership" Guide from ImpactParents, two frameworks and a dozen core competencies will guide you to up-level your parenting... and improve the most important relationships of your life.Here is what to expect on this week’s show:David emphasizes the importance of talking to your children about everything and allowing them to share their thoughts and feelings openly.David and Elaine stress practicing active listening instead of constantly directing or correcting. Stay curious about their thoughts and experiences without imposing your own agenda. This helps build trust and strengthens the parent-child relationship.David and Elaine understand parenting, especially in a collaborative manner, requires significant time, effort, energy, and attention. It's essential to prioritize self-care and recharge your own resources to effectively support your children in their growth and development.Related Links:David Taylor-Klaus Mindset Mondays: dtkcoaching.com/rewireDavid Taylor-Klaus Website: dtkcoaching.comArticles on Depression for Parents: https://impactparents.com/blog/adhd/depression-and-adhd/Parenting Together: Getting on the Same Page: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/parenting-together-getting-on-the-same-page/Distraction and Depression: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/distraction-depression-2/What If My CoParent's Not On The Same Page: https://youtu.be/ODGghyPOR8ETrusting Complex Kids & Helping Them Trust Us: https://youtu.be/ucPpgibyc_USuccess! Curiosity & the Coach-Approach Transformed the Tone of Her Home: https://youtu.be/CcHgigVXwFkParenting is Leadership Guide: https://impactparents.pages.ontraport.net/leadership-bonus?utm_campaign=imp-freebie&utm_source=podcast-episode-165&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=leadershipConnect with David:Website: dtkcoaching.comMindset Mondays: dtkcoaching.com/rewireFacebook: https://facebook.com/DTKcoachingLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/davidtaylorklaus/Twitter: https://twitter.com/dtkInstagram: https://instagram.com/dtkcoachingGet your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent@impactparentLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/@impactparentsX (fka Twitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents@impactparentsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 29, 2024 • 27min

Ep 164: Shame Resilience: A Key Component in ADHD Wellness

Jamie Blume, CEO of Alone Their Way, discusses shame resilience in ADHD. Emphasizes focusing on strengths in kids, staying calm in tough conversations, and supporting individuals with ADHD to build confidence and resilience.
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May 22, 2024 • 25min

Ep 163: How to Stop Fixing So You Can Start Helping

This podcast delves into the delicate balance between fixing and helping children, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and problem-solving skills. The hosts discuss fostering resilience, embracing challenges, and supporting children through failures and growth. They advocate for a supportive environment that promotes independence and positive responses to adversity.
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May 15, 2024 • 24min

Ep 162: The Alycat Series: Helping Younger Kids Manage Daily Life Challenges

Award-winning author Alysson discusses her popular children's book series, Alycat, emphasizing the importance of instilling bravery in kids, empowering them through collaboration, and fostering inclusion. The evolution of themes in children's books, teaching life skills, and the impact of stories on young readers and educators are also explored. Reflect on conscious parenting for children's well-being.

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