Today Lauren goes through the self care quiz and continuum. It is difficult to find time for self-care but we all know it is important in preventing burnout and reducing stress. So, how are you doing and what small changes can you make to improve your score?
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In this episode Lauren follows up on her discussion of the mental health crisis with ideas on how to begin healing educators' mental health and keep them in the profession.
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There is a silent epidemic in schools and isn’t among the students. Teachers are experiencing burnout, stress, and job dissatisfaction at high rates. Teaching has become the most stressful profession. And, teachers are leaving the profession in record numbers for better pay and more personal time. Today Lauren takes a deep dive into the mental health crisis among teachers.
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Today’s topic comes from a listener question.
“With your expertise on the brain, I’m wondering if you have any wisdom about how I can advise someone who says they just aren’t a good test-taker?
I’ve tried to read up on test anxiety, and I know the research says the best thing is to know the material and be prepared. However, some students say there is such a great amount of material to study, they cannot keep it in their brain. Do you have any advice as to a good approach for studying a large amount of material? And… how to approach that test (to reduce anxiety)?”
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Jake Ryan is an author, life coach and inspirational content creator on TikTok and Instagram. He is on a mission to raise the vibrational frequency of the people of the world. He is also the author of “Dear Franklin: My Dad Just Had an Operation, What Do I Do?”
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Today Lauren delves into the effects of all types of abuse and chronic stress on children.
She covers the variety of behaviors that a child who has been, or is, abused or suffering chronic stress and why that behavior may be exhibited.
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Before the pandemic a study concluded that 20% of Americans suffered from anxiety. Post-pandemic, the number is probably much higher. Anxious people are stuck thinking about the future and being fearful of the unknown.For the same reason, anxious kids tend to be ritualistic.
Lauren walks you through 5 things to know about anxiety, including the genetic link, physical symptoms that come along with anxiety, and a long list of ways to help your anxious kiddo.
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In today’s episode, Lauren asserts that schools are failing our kids.
She looks at this through the lens of “You have to Maslow before you can Bloom.” This means that before children can learn, they must have their basic needs fulfilled which are described in Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs.
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Want to leave those unwanted behaviors behind? Find out how in this episode!
Lauren walks you through teaching emotional regulation. She covers the three steps to helping children regulate their emotions and control behaviors.
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We all recognize physical abuse when we see it. But…..what is emotional abuse? Lauren explains the 9 types of emotional abuse with examples of each. She discusses the long-term impact emotional abuse has on children.
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Are the kids in your life demotivated? Is there a lack of enthusiasm in the tasks you give them? In this episode, Lauren discusses what causes demotivation. She also gives several tips and tricks to get kids engaged!
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Do you have problems getting motivated? What about getting your kids or students motivated? A lack of motivation is a problem we've all faced. When confronting kids with tasks they don't want to do, how do we motivate them? Listen to this episode and find out how!
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Join us for this informative interview with Dr. Ambroes Pass-Turner, Doctor of Counseling Psychology and the owner of APT Counseling Services LLC.
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Are you, or your child, a perfectionist? Do you worry you might be? Then this episode is for YOU!
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Lauren discusses how small, incremental changes to your morning routine starts the day in a calmer, less reactive state of mind.
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Lauren has a discussion with Matthew Davidoff on how to promote grit and motivation in kids as well as how to handle mental health in the school system and at home.
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Lauren discusses the importance of movement. It improves your overall health now but also makes sure you can move easily as you age.
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Lauren dives into the importance of socialization for our all-around good health.
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Lauren discusses the overall benefits of being both well hydrated AND well rested.
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Lauren talks about using food for stress management, self-care, and well-being.
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