EPISODE · May 30, 2025 · 22 MIN
E26: Twerking as a therapeutic tool
from The Tenacious Mama: Confessions of An Adoptive Mother · host Leslie
Confession: I recently learned in a family therapy session that one cannot be angry and twerk at the same time. Fun fact! Also included in this episode:*more valuable content from Daniel Siegel's book Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain*the handy model of the brain*why the ages of 12-24 are the most dangerous of our lives*the importance of keeping open lines of communication with your teen and how to work toward it*how Siegel recommends healing from a disorganized attachment model*why Lane and I love the movie Instant Family*another funny Lane storySHOW NOTES: Dr. Dan Siegel’s Hand Model of the BrainDan Siegel - "Flipping Your Lid:" A Scientific ExplanationInstant Family TrailerTalk to me! Click here to provide feedbackThanks for listening, Beloveds. Please take care of yourselves; if you don’t do it, who will? Keep advocating for your child. And, most importantly, stay tenacious!PODCAST RECOMMENDATION:The TBRI PodcastQUICK VIDEOS TO WATCH:Karyn Purvis Institute of Child DevelopmentBOOK RECOMMENDATION:The A-Z of Therapeutic Parenting Strategies and Solutions by Sarah NaishResources on suicide prevention:Contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline if you are experiencing mental health-related distress or are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.- Call or text 988- Chat at 988lifeline.org Connect with a trained crisis counselor...
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