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Where Parents Talk: Evidence-based Expert Advice on Raising Kids Today
Raising Mentally Strong Kids: How Parents Can Build Resilience, Emotional Strength & Confidence
How do you raise a mentally strong child in a world filled with academic pressure, social media, anxiety, disappointment and constant comparison? In this episode of the Where Parents Talk podcast, host Lianne Castelino speaks to Amy Morin, psychotherapist, speaker, podcast host and international bestselling author. Morin shares practical, evidence-informed strategies for helping tweens, teens and young adults develop mental strength. Drawing from her books 13 Things Mentally Strong Parents Don't Do and 13 Things Mentally Strong Kids Do, as well as her experience as a therapeutic foster parent, Morin explains why mental strength isn't something children simply grow into—it is a set of skills parents can intentionally teach and reinforce. She explores the three building blocks of mental strength: how children think, how they manage emotions and how they behave. She discusses why parents should resist the urge to shield kids from every disappointment, how to teach children to cope with failure and discomfort, and why natural consequences can be powerful learning opportunities. The conversation also tackles parenting out of guilt, helicopter parenting, confidence versus external validation, praising effort rather than outcomes, emotional regulation, and the skills kids need before entering the world of social media and smartphones. For parents raising tweens, teens or young adults, this episode offers practical ways to help children become more resilient, emotionally capable and confident—while learning how to handle life's challenges for themselves. Takeaways: We must intentionally teach mental strength: thoughts, emotional health, and actions together, not something children are simply born with. I recommend starting emotion conversations early—toddlers through tweens—so communication and coping skills develop before hormonal changes complicate everything. We resist parenting out of guilt and sheltering kids from pain; disciplined natural consequences build independence and long-term resilience. Before handing over devices, we teach emotional regulation and device usage limits so children tolerate discomfort without defaulting to social media. We praise effort over outcome to cultivate internal validation, prevent dependence on external praise, and protect mental health. Make failure a dinner-table topic: normalize mistakes, practice problem-solving, and encourage kids to learn rather than hide missteps like cyber slip-ups or bullying incidents. From my lived experience, I learned not to give away my power; focus on controllables, uphold consent & relationships boundaries, and prioritize physical and emotional health. Three practical practices we recommend: label feelings daily, challenge unhelpful thoughts through conversation, and reinforce small acts of disciplined perseverance. This podcast is for parents, guardians, teachers and caregivers to learn proven strategies and trusted tips on raising kids, teens and young adults based on science, evidenced and lived experience. You’ll learn the latest on topics like managing bullying, consent, fostering healthy relationships, and the interconnectedness of mental, emotional and physical health. Links referenced in this episode: whereparentstalk.com
Today · 33 min· Video
Mom Life, Unfiltered: The Realities of Modern Motherhood
Why You’re Angry: The Quiet Resentment of Doing It All | Mom Life, Unfiltered
In this episode of Mom Life, Unfiltered, host Ashley Fletcher explores the quiet but corrosive power of resentment in modern motherhood. This is not just about being tired; it is about the deep isolation that comes from carrying the entire mental load of a household alone. If you find yourself feeling angry after doing the third load of laundry while your partner relaxes, or if you feel like the CEO of chaos with no employees, this episode is for you. We dissect why 'helping' is a problematic concept in partnerships and how the invisible labor of project management drains women's energy far more than physical chores ever could. The conversation dives deep into the psychology of the mental load—the constant background processing of remembering appointments, noticing supplies are low, and managing schedules. Ashley explains how normalizing the dynamic where boys are raised to be helpers and girls to be managers creates a toxic power imbalance. When you have to supervise your own life and correct your partner’s technique, you enter a state of burnout. We discuss how resentment is actually data—a signal that boundaries have been crossed and support is missing—rather than a character flaw. Understanding this distinction is crucial for breaking cycles of passive-aggression and emotional withdrawal. Practical advice follows on how to shift from endurance to true partnership without constant conflict. The key lies in ownership of standards rather than blame. By stepping back and allowing partners to fail at tasks like meal planning or bedtime routines, you give them the space to learn and succeed. The episode emphasizes specific communication strategies: replacing accusatory language with clear requests for equity. It challenges listeners to stop apologizing for wanting balance and to recognize that domestic labor is human responsibility, not gendered duty. This is a guide to reclaiming your peace and modeling healthy, equal relationships for your children. Join Ashley Fletcher as she unpacks these heavy truths with warmth and honesty. Whether you are dealing with a partner who doesn't see the work until asked, or you are simply exhausted by the cognitive tax of motherhood, this episode offers validation and a path forward. Listen now to understand your anger, redefine partnership, and start distributing the weight so you don't have to carry it all. Support the show and join the community at the link below. More from Mom Life, Unfiltered: https://humanitymedia.org/mom-life-unfiltered Topics: mental load motherhood, parenting resentment, share housework equally, mom burnout recovery, partnership dynamics, invisible labor women, family communication tips, modern motherhood struggles, emotional labor parenting, relationship equity, stop micromanaging home, motherhood reality check #mentalload #momlifeunfiltered #parentingtips #equalpartnership #motherhoodsupport #householdchores #burnoutrecovery #familydynamics #womenempowerment #relationshipadvice #mindfulparenting #selfcareformoms Transcript: https://cdn.humanitymedia.org/transcripts/mom-life-unfiltered/2026-09-26.txt
Today · 8 min
Mom Lab: Family, relationships & everyday life
When Your Child Comforts Someone Else: The Quiet Miracle of Empathy | Mom Lab
In this episode of Mom Lab, host Vanessa Hamilton explores the profound and quiet miracle of witnessing your child comfort someone else. This story-driven reflection is essential for parents navigating the transition from managing their toddler's tantrums to raising emotionally intelligent children. The narrative centers on a specific moment where six-year-old Maya comforts a friend with a scraped knee, illustrating how empathy develops not through lectures, but through daily modeling of validation and presence. This episode is for mothers and fathers who feel overwhelmed by the chaos of parenting and want to understand the deeper developmental milestones happening beneath the surface. Vanessa delves into the psychology of childhood empathy, explaining why seeing a child pivot from self-focus to caring for another’s pain is a sign of secure attachment and emotional health. She contrasts this natural development with our culture’s obsession with academic achievement and standardized success, arguing that compassion is a far more critical skill for life. The discussion covers practical takeaways for parents: how to resist the urge to swoop in and fix every problem, allowing children to practice moral bravery, and recognizing that their kindness is a direct reflection of the emotional safety provided at home. Key themes include emotional regulation, social skills development, and the reciprocal nature of parenting where children teach us as much as we teach them. The episode also addresses the bittersweet reality of watching these tender moments unfold, knowing they are fleeting before the teenage years arrive. Vanessa encourages listeners to capture these memories of connection and kindness, using them as anchors during difficult times. She offers reassurance that if you haven’t seen this yet, it is coming, urging parents to keep showing up, listening, and loving. By focusing on the mundane magic of everyday interactions, this episode provides a warm, homey perspective on building a legacy of care. It serves as a gentle reminder that you are doing a good job, even when the house is messy or time is scarce. Thank you for joining Vanessa Hamilton for this intimate conversation on family, relationships, and the beauty of raising kind humans. If this episode resonated with you, please consider supporting the show via the link below to help us continue bringing these heartfelt stories to other families navigating the same journey. More from Mom Lab: https://humanitymedia.org/mom-lab-3 Transcript: https://cdn.humanitymedia.org/transcripts/mom-lab-3/2026-09-26.txt
Today · 10 min
My Upper Room
FORMED WITH A PURPOSE
https://rss.com/podcasts/myupperroom/?via=ILYFAva-Charlotte Story by Billie L. Sprouse, Oklahoma, USA Music "Cryptic Sorrow" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Jeremiah 1:4-10 4 Then the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, 5 Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations. 6 Then said I, Ah, Lord God! behold, I cannot speak: for I am a child. 7 But the Lord said unto me, Say not, I am a child: for thou shalt go to all that I shall send thee, and whatsoever I command thee thou shalt speak. 8 Be not afraid of their faces: for I am with thee to deliver thee, saith the Lord. 9 Then the Lord put forth his hand, and touched my mouth. And the Lord said unto me, Behold, I have put my words in thy mouth. 10 See, I have this day set thee over the nations and over the kingdoms, to root out, and to pull down, and to destroy, and to throw down, to build, and to plant. Read full chapter For prints, posters and more visit: https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/noel-hoines and https://noel-hoines.pixels.com/ Thank you!
Today · 2 min