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Be The Adult Podcast

49 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 18 ratings

Founded in 2014, Be The Adult nonprofit organization has created a fifteen concept strategy to help teach adults and children the best practices for creating peaceful relationships at home and in every environment. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

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Season3 Episode 6 Dave Jones Sports Psychology Coach and Author discusses parenting your young athlete or performer.

June 13, 2022 17:02 - 30 minutes - 34.4 MB

If you've ever struggled with how to support your child in his/her competitive sport or activity here are some tips from Dave Jones. MTT Parents True Listening vs Hearing.pd true listening vs. hearing What is True Listening? What is true listening? Dr. James Jones suggests that true listening is not advice, counsel, or trying to solve problems. Listening is just hearing what your troubled teen athlete has to say. Parents often respond to a teen with comments that are judgmental, advisory, o...

BETHEADULT Season 3 Episode 5 Laura Reagan LCSW-C CDWF

April 12, 2022 13:03 - 52 minutes - 60.6 MB

In this episode Nancy sits down with trauma expert Laura Reagan for an interesting and informative discussion on how important it is to be the adult for your child especially when there has been trauma. Laura Reagan, LCSW-C is an integrative trauma therapist in the greater Baltimore area. She owns a group practice, The Baltimore Annapolis Center for Integrative Healing, where she offers therapy, clinical supervision and consultation. She’s also the host of Therapy Chat Podcast, a popular in...

BETHEADULT Season3 Episode4 :A Conversation with Chris Sasser Family Ministry Pastor and Author of Bags-Helping Your Kids Lighten the Load

March 14, 2022 01:02 - 32 minutes - 37.7 MB

Nancy and Chris Sasser discuss baggage and how it relates to being the adult for our children. Chris Sasser (a.k.a. “Sass”) is the Pastor of Family Ministries at Port City Community Church in Wilmington, NC. He has served in full-time ministry since 1993, working with children’s, middle school, high school, college, and parent ministries. He has a passion for equipping and encouraging parents and leaders to help the next generation walk with God. Chris shares thoughts and ideas at www.equi...

Marianne Williamson, best selling author, political activist and spiritual thought leader shares her wisdom of how we can parent to best address "The Crisis of American Adulthood".

February 21, 2022 15:09 - 31 minutes - 36.5 MB

Marianne Williamson is a bestselling author, political activist and spiritual thought leader. For over three decades Marianne has been a leader in spiritual and religiously progressive circles. She is the author of 14 books, four of which have been #1 New York Times best sellers. A quote from the mega best seller A Return to Love, "Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure..." is considered an anthem for a contemporary generation...

BTA-Season3 Episode 2- Psychotherapist/Author Tina Gilbertson

February 13, 2022 21:50 - 40 minutes - 45.9 MB

Join us as Psychotherapist Tina Gilbertson, author of Constructive Wallowing: How to Beat Bad Feelings By Letting Yourself Have Them and Reconnecting With Your Estranged Adult Child and host of The Reconnection Club Podcast provides expert adulting guidance! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA - Season 3 Episode 1 - Dr. Ann Kelley (Therapist Uncensored)

January 09, 2022 13:00 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MB

Dr. Ann Kelley, licensed psychologist, and co-host of the top-rated podcast Therapist Uncensored shares her insightful perspective about what it means to Be The Adult, and offers concrete guidance for successful parenting. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA - Season 2 - Episode 13 - Live As Your Best Self

January 25, 2021 02:24 - 35 minutes - 40.6 MB

Dr. Art Frankel joins Marisol and Nancy to discuss both the importance and the challenges of living as our best selves. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA - Season 2 - Episode 12 - Make Time For Me

January 18, 2021 01:14 - 44 minutes - 51.4 MB

Want to feel energized to make time for ourselves and for our kids? Join Marisol and Nancy as they discuss this important topic with the multitalented and soul energizing Stephanie Lanier! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA - Season 2 - Episode - 11 - Earn My Trust

January 11, 2021 01:37 - 37 minutes - 43 MB

Listen to Kari Papagikos, LCSW-A, Certified Synergetic Play Therapist, teach us how to create a trusting relationship with our kids. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA -Season 2 Episode 10 - Guide Me

January 04, 2021 01:32 - 38 minutes - 43.8 MB

Join Marisol and Nancy as they discuss fostering our children’s creativity with the Executive Director of Superstar Academy, Zach Hanner, a talented actor, writer, director, and musician, wow! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA - Season 2 - Episode 9 - Believe In Me

December 20, 2020 22:36 - 41 minutes - 47.1 MB

A heartwarming and inspirational story of a dad showing his shining support for his son. Listen to Greg Long share what motivated him to create Dance On, a nationally renowned nonprofit that supports male dance and anti-bullying efforts! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA - Season 2 Episode 8 - Encourage My Independence

December 14, 2020 02:01 - 58 minutes - 66.9 MB

Join Marisol and Nancy as they focus on the importance of emotional self-regulation by continuing their conversation with CREM trainers Lauren Clark and Jesse Hardin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA - Season 2 Episode 7 - Accountability and Structure

December 07, 2020 01:06 - 37 minutes - 42.6 MB

Marisol and Nancy discuss the importance of accountability and creating structure for our children with Carolina Beach Elementary School Principal, Deanna Leake, N.B.C.T. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA - Season 2 Episode 6 - Be Kind

November 23, 2020 02:30 - 41 minutes - 48 MB

Do you want to learn to create kinder and more peaceful relationships? Join Marisol and Nancy as they discuss resiliency skills with certified Community Resiliency Model trainers Lauren Clark, MSW, CCM, and Jessie Hardin, MA, PCMH-CCE. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA Season 2 - Episode 5 - Praise Me and My Efforts

November 16, 2020 19:56 - 45 minutes - 52 MB

All of us could use a little more praise right now! Megan Demolina, M.Ed, a seasoned middle school counselor, joins Marisol and Nancy to discuss the value of praise and how to do it authentically. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA - Season 2 Episode - 4 Accept Me For Who I Am

November 09, 2020 01:18 - 39 minutes - 45.3 MB

Marisol and Nancy welcome therapist Shelley Chambers, MSW, LCSW to discuss the crucial topic of learning how to accept and celebrate our children’s own unique individuality. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA - Season 2 Episode 3 - Listen to Me

November 02, 2020 02:28 - 52 minutes - 59.9 MB

Marisol and Nancy welcome Dr. Art Frankel, Ph.D., Social Work Professor at UNCW and author of 4 books and 40 publications related to mental health and families as he shares his wisdom about truly listening to our children. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA - Season 2 Episode 2 -Behave Gently

October 26, 2020 01:02 - 36 minutes - 41.3 MB

Join Mebane Boyd, LCSW, The Director of The New Hanover County Resiliency Task Force as she discusses the pervasiveness of trauma and how it can affect our own parenting and our communities. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA - Season 2 Episode 1 - Stay Calm

October 18, 2020 22:23 - 51 minutes - 59.3 MB

Exploring How to Stay Calm: Rev. Dr. Megan "Magpie" Rose, PharmD, B.Msc., RYT200 discusses how to stay calm with Nancy and Marisol, and leads us through a beautiful guided meditation we can all practice daily. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA - Season 2 Intro

October 18, 2020 22:18 - 3 minutes - 3.75 MB

Introduction to the “New” Season Two: Welcome to the “new” Season two! Tune in and hear Nancy and Marisol discuss their decision to circle back and lean in on a deeper level to the BTA book’s 15 parenting concepts. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA-28 -Season Finale How To Cope

July 13, 2020 00:10 - 49 minutes - 46.2 MB

Marisol and Nancy wrap up season 2 with a discussion about awareness of triggers and coping skills. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/support

BTA - Episode 27 - The Sleep Epsiode

June 29, 2020 01:30 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MB

Sleep psychologist, and author of The Women’s Guide to Overcoming Insomnia..., Dr. Shelby Harris, shares everything you wanted to know about sleep! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/support

BTA - Episode 26 - Discussing Diversity

June 21, 2020 21:30 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MB

Discussion with Dr. Sharita Mathis Richardson on diversity, equity, and inclusion. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/support

BTA - Episode 25- How To Be The Adult During The Divorce Process

June 15, 2020 10:04 - 40 minutes - 37.9 MB

Family law attorney, Paige Inman, discusses the merits of behaving as an adult during the divorce process. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/support

BTA -Episode 24 - Discussing Racism With Our Children

June 08, 2020 02:40 - 39 minutes - 36.7 MB

Marisol and Nancy discuss the importance of discussing racism and discrimination with our children, and how to engage them in these conversations. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/support

BTA- Episode 23 - What's Underneath Our Child's Behavior?

May 24, 2020 21:42 - 44 minutes - 41.4 MB

Certified Synergetic Play Therapist, Kari Papagikos, joins Marisol and Nancy to discuss what is happening in a child’s nervous system and how it affects their behavior and then ours.  This topic is enlightening! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/support

BTA- Episode 22 - Money Matters

May 17, 2020 21:01 - 51 minutes - 48 MB

Certified Financial Planner, Brett Tushingham, joins Marisol and Nancy to discuss how to model a healthy financial relationship for our children. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/support

BTA Episode 21 - Resistance Part 2

May 10, 2020 21:30 - 1 hour - 58.5 MB

Marisol and Nancy continue part two of their discussion on resistance and how it can keep us from making authentic contact with people or things. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/support

BTA Episode 20 - Resistance

May 04, 2020 00:28 - 52 minutes - 48.8 MB

Marisol and Nancy begin part one of a two podcast discussion of resistance and how it can keep us from making authentic contact with people or things. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/support

BTA Episode 19 - Nutritionist Pandemic Advice

April 26, 2020 23:21 - 37 minutes - 34.8 MB

Registered Dietician Melissa Flynn joins Marisol and Nancy and explains how to work towards having a healthy relationship with food while having grace for ourselves and our kids in the process. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/support

BTA Episode 18 - Pediatrician's Pandemic Advice

April 20, 2020 00:19 - 43 minutes - 40.5 MB

Pediatrician Beth Jaskolka MD joins Marisol and Nancy to discuss some of the pandemic’s effects on our kids, and what we can do to help keep them safe. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/support

BTA 18 - Pediatrician's Pandemic Advice

April 20, 2020 00:19 - 43 minutes - 40.5 MB

Pediatrician Beth Jaskolka MD joins Marisol and Nancy to discuss some of the pandemic’s effects on our kids, and what we can do to help keep them safe. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/support

BTA Episode 17 - Emotional Self- Care

April 12, 2020 21:54 - 44 minutes - 41.5 MB

Nancy and Marisol discuss the importance of emotional self-care during this pandemic, and share two effective strategies that will empower us to take good care of ourselves. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/be-the-adult/support

BTA Episode 16 - Super Sized COVID-19 Special

April 05, 2020 21:10 - 1 hour - 80.2 MB

On this super-sized COVID-19 Special episode, Nancy and Marisol discuss coping strategies during these unprecedented times.  COVID-19 is a terribly traumatic event occurring in the world right now. I know that I am not alone in saying that it’s difficult to find the words to describe what is happening all around us. Tragically, many people are fighting for their lives and countless others are being deeply impacted in incredibly stressful ways. Our message of stepping up and being the adult...

BTA Episode 15 - Season 1 Finale

January 27, 2020 01:05 - 42 minutes - 49.1 MB

Marisol and Nancy review the 15 concepts for calm and effective parenting that they discussed in detail throughout season 1. They also share their excitement for a successful first season and look forward to beginning season 2 in August. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA Episode 14 - Live As Your Best Self

January 19, 2020 21:07 - 33 minutes - 38 MB

Marisol and Nancy discuss the importance of living your best life for your children. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA Episode 13 - Believe in Me & Love Me

January 12, 2020 22:27 - 31 minutes - 36.4 MB

Marisol and Nancy discuss believing in your child and loving them. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA Episode 12 -Apologize To Me

January 06, 2020 01:03 - 26 minutes - 30.5 MB

Marisol and Nancy discuss the importance of apologizing.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA Episode 11 - Earn My Trust

December 30, 2019 02:47 - 30 minutes - 35.2 MB

Marisol and Nancy discuss the importance of earning your child's trust. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA Episode 10 - Guide Me

December 22, 2019 21:40 - 32 minutes - 37 MB

Marisol and Nancy discuss the concept - Guide Me. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA Episode 9 - Encourage Me & Make Time For Me

December 16, 2019 00:36 - 37 minutes - 43.1 MB

Marisol and Nancy discuss the importance of encouraging and making time for our children. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA Episode 8 - Create Structure & Hold Me Accountable

December 08, 2019 13:00 - 40 minutes - 46.7 MB

Marisol and Nancy discuss creating structure and holding each other accountable.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA Episode 7- Praise Me & My Efforts

November 25, 2019 02:50 - 32 minutes - 37 MB

Marisol and Nancy discuss the importance of praising a child's effort. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA Episode 6 - Accept Me For Who I Am

November 17, 2019 23:44 - 30 minutes - 34.9 MB

Marisol and Nancy discuss the importance of accepting children for who they are as individuals. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA Episode 5 - Listen To Me

November 10, 2019 22:06 - 30 minutes - 35.4 MB

On Episode 5, Marisol and Nancy discuss why it's important to listen to your child. Be The Adult is a nonprofit organization that provides blueprints for calm and effective parenting so that children can grow into their best selves. Please share and subscribe and visit our website for more information www.betheadult.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/support

BTA Episode 4 - Speak Kindly

November 04, 2019 00:30 - 26 minutes - 29.8 MB

On Episode 4, Marisol and Nancy discuss why it's important to speak kindly to our children and ourselves. Be The Adult is a nonprofit organization that provides blueprints for calm and effective parenting so that children can grow into their best selves. Please share and subscribe and visit our website for more information www.betheadult.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/...

BTA Episode 3 - Behave Gently

October 27, 2019 23:32 - 28 minutes - 32.4 MB

On Episode 3, Marisol and Nancy discuss why it's important to treat our children gently and how to do it because harsh hands hurt their body and their soul. Be The Adult is a nonprofit organization that provides blueprints for calm and effective parenting so that children can grow into their best selves. Please share and subscribe and visit our website for more information www.betheadult. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support t...

BTA Episode 2 - Stay Calm

October 20, 2019 05:17 - 38 minutes - 43.9 MB

On Episode 2, Marisol and Nancy discuss the importance of staying calm and share some beginning "how to" tools. Be The Adult is a nonprofit organization that provides blueprints for calm and effective parenting so that children can grow into their best selves. Please share and subscribe and visit our website for more information www.betheadult. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p...

BTA Episode 1 - What's Be The Adult?

October 08, 2019 02:14 - 25 minutes - 29.5 MB

Be the Adult is a nonprofit organization that provides blueprints for calm and effective parenting so that children can grow into their best selves. Because ultimately, we aren’t raising children; we are raising little people who will one day be adults. Please share and subscribe and visit our website www.betheadult.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/be-the-adult/sup...