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#129: An Adoptee’s Remarkable Search with Ed Di Gangi
Ed Di Gangi was adopted at birth in New York City. An only child, he made no effort to explore his heredity until, at age 67, a visit to a cemetery where members of his adoptive mother's family were buried and a story by Daniel Mendelsohn stirred his i...
#128: [Mentor Moment] How do we help extended family have respect and compassion for our foster child’s birth family?
Mentor Moments give you a chance to join the conversation as we answer a listener question. These episodes guarantee we're providing the most helpful tools and resources for exactly where you are. This week's question is:
#127: Processing Trauma through EMDR with Laura Taylor
If you're heard the acronym EMDR and wondered what it's all about, you're going to love this episode. Lisa interviewed Laura Taylor who is an EMDRIA Certified Therapist. We talk about what EMDR is, how it works, and who it can help.
#126: [Mentor Moment] “You’re not my real mom!”
Mentor Moments give you a chance to join the conversation as we answer a listener question. These episodes guarantee we're providing the most helpful tools and resources for exactly where you are. This week's question is:
#125: Why You Should Play Games with Your Kids with Jack Berkenstock Jr., MHS
CONTENT DISCLOSURE: Melissa and Jack talk about some mature topics during this interview. It may not be suitable for younger ears. At the end of this episode, your mind will be racing with endless ways you can start incorporating gaming into your famil...
#124: [Mentor Moment] How can the Enneagram help adoptive parents?
Mentor Moments give you a chance to join the conversation as we answer a listener question. These episodes guarantee we're providing the most helpful tools and resources for exactly where you are. This week's question is:
#123: Play for the Exhausted Parent with Michelle Batten
Did you know that play is about more than fun? It's actually good for the brain. Play calms the fear system and leads to closer connections. If you're not naturally playful, have no fear, play can mean lots of different things.
#122: [Mentor Moment] How can I become a peaceful parent?
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#121: An Introduction to Trauma & Tension Release Exercise (TRE) with Christa Bevan
Have you ever known what you want to feel in your head, but your heart hasn't caught up? Or do you feel like the daily challenges of raising kids with complex trauma keep piling up in your heart, head, and body?
#120: [Mentor Moment] How do I find the confidence to know what is best for my child?
Mentor Moments give you a chance to join the conversation as we answer a listener question. These episodes guarantee we're providing the most helpful tools and resources for exactly where you are. This week's question is: