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Raising Resilience
by Sara Olsher
We live in an uncertain world, and we need mental health skills just to make it through the day. But how do we teach these essential skills to our kids when we're totally struggling ourselves?! That's the question, and your host Sara Olsher is here to get you the answers. Because while there are a lot of things we *can't* control, there are also a lot of things we *can.* This podcast focuses on taking research-backed, expert advice and distilling it into actionable takeaways. The goal is to make your life easier and *not* stress you out.
Episodes
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(212) Mindfulness for Kids That's Actually *Do-Able* (and Why It's Important)
Join Sara Olsher and Danielle Bettmann as they dive into the world of mindfulness for kids. We all know that teaching kids to be mindful can be a challenge, especially when their brains (and bodies) are constantly on the move. But fear not! In this episode, Sara and Danielle share practical tips...
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(211) Balance, Well-Being, and Self-Care for Kids
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the concept of self-care? How do you think teaching children about wellbeing and self-care can positively impact their future decision-making and prevent burnout? Self-care is more than just indulging in activities like bubble baths and manicures; it's about...
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(210) Maintaining Your Environment: Teaching Kids to Take Care of Their Spaces
In this episode of the Raising Resilience Podcast, host Sara and parenting coach Danielle Bettmann discuss the importance of maintaining a clean and organized environment for children's mental health. They introduce KC Davis, a therapist and author, known for her insights into coping with mental...
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(209) What the Heck is a "Family Culture" and Why is it Important?
In this podcast episode, Sara Olsher talks to Danielle Bettmann about family culture and values. The conversation covers: Family culture and values as a protective factor for kids' mental health; The Family Business Plan, developed by Danielle Bettmann, which is modeled after writing a business...
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(208) We Aren't Teaching Kids Actual Problem-Solving Skills (and what to do about it)
In this episode, Sara Olsher and Danielle Bettmann discuss teaching kids problem-solving skills and helping kids manage overwhelm as protective factors that help children avoid mental health crises. A few points: Teachers and school counselors also struggle with differentiating between a big deal...
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(207) How a simple analogy can help you teach your kids to manage their emotions
In this episode of the Raising Resilience Podcast, Sara Olsher and Danielle Bettmann discuss the concept of managing emotions. They cover what happens when emotions hijack the brain and how thinking can become distorted due to past experiences and the stories we tell ourselves. They also discuss...
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(206) The Surprising Reasons Affirmations will Empower Your Kids
In this episode, Sara and Danielle discuss the protective factors for children's mental health and ways to support kids in dealing with tough situations. They mention the use of affirmations and power thoughts as tools for empowering kids and helping them develop a positive self-image. Danielle...
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(205) Why Understanding the Nervous System is Key for Emotional Intelligence
A few years ago, I talked with my daughter's third grade teacher about the schools social emotional learning program. She shared that kids were really opposed to use the deep breathing exercises — until the school counselor visited the classroom to explain how deep breathing literally changes...
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(204) Making it Easier to Play and Build Connection with Our Kids
Playing with our kids has all sorts of mental health benefits for your family — but let's be real, it can be hard to do. As adults, it can be really hard to access that "inner child" that can relax, get imaginative and silly, and just...play. On top of that, playing games with young kids can be...
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(203) What's Emotional Literacy, and What Makes it So Powerful?
Research shows the #1 predictor of a child's future happiness and success is their emotional intelligence. But what exactly is emotional literacy, and why does it cultivate empathy, self-awareness, collaboration and problem-solving? Today we're talking about the ability to identify our own...
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(202) How (and Why) to Get Our Kids to Talk to Us About Anything
"I want them to come to me with ANYTHING." "I don't want my kids to hide things that they need help with." As our kids grow up, we want them to be able to come to us to talk about anything that's worrying them, so we can support them and guide them. And as it turns out, supportive parental...
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(201) What is Structure, and Why is it a Protective Factor for Kids' Mental Health?
Research links "structure" to kids' overall mental health and finds it to be a protective factor, helping to prevent mental health crises. What does this mean, and how can you implement it day-to-day? Join host Sara Olsher and guest Danielle Bettmann as they discuss structure, why it's the...
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Raising Resilience, Season 2 Trailer
The Raising Resilience Podcast is back with Season 2. Hello again, friends. It's been a while. You know, over the last couple of years, it has become more and more apparent to me that almost every parent I know is struggling with their mental health. We're living in kind of a messed up world, to...
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(120) How to Get Time for Yourself
As parents — especially those of us who are going through a really difficult season in life — getting time to ourselves is not only important, it's downright necessary. It not only makes you feel better, it makes you a better parent. Here are some real-world tips for getting time to yourself…
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(119) The Difference Between Taking + Receiving
What does it mean to "receive" help versus "take" it? To me, the difference is all in the way you approach people. In this short episode, I share a simple mind shift that might just make it easier for you to accept help. Show Notes:...
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(118) We Have to Prepare Our Kids
We all want to know what we can expect when we're entering a new situation — who will be there? What's expected of us? Our kids are no different. Show Notes: https://mightyandbright.com/blogs/raising-resilience-podcast/episode-43-no-one-likes-to-be-surprised
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(117) Kids of Divorce: You Have All the Best Parts
Kids know that they're made from both of their parents — even if that connection isn't biological. What happens when parents divorce, and the kids feel like you hate their other parent? Here's how I have handled talking about my daughter's dad. Show Notes:...
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(116) Dealing with Trauma
When something happens to us — either an ongoing traumatic experience or a single incident — there are many ways to deal with it. I read something recently that reminded me of what happens to us when we don't cope. Today I wanted to share that with you, in addition to the things that have helped…
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(115) The #1 Thing That Helps Me Stay Patient with my Kid
When kids are having a tough time, they don't come to us and calmly say, "I am struggling and could use some assistance." They melt down, they sass . . . basically, they push every button we have. Today, I'm talking about the #1 way I've been able to maintain patience through some of the hardest...
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(114) The Gifts of Anger
Many of us label various emotions as "good" and "bad." Joy is "good" and anger or sadness are "bad." In this short episode, I share how I realized that I judged anger as "bad" and what I learned to value in it. Show Notes:...
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(113) You Should Apologize to Your Kids
Studies show that good parenting and good relationships don't come from being perfect. They come from repairing when we mess up. Today, we're talking about apologizing to our kids and accepting our own imperfection. Show Notes:...
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(112) "I don't want pity."
"I don't want anyone's pity." Ever said that to yourself? This month, I'm talking about accepting help, and what keeps us from accepting us. Today, it's about the difference between pity, empathy, and sympathy — and how they're all about the other person. Show Notes:...
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(111) How Showing Kids What to Expect Clears the Clutter in their Head
Have you ever noticed how your mind gets when you're anxious, running 10 million miles an hour? Kids are the same way. We tend to want to organize ourselves to make things easier, but kids don't have that skill. What if I could tell you that there was one thing you could hang on the wall that…
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(110) Mani-pedis and Glasses of Wine are not Self Care
Self-care is a buzzword that brings to mind visions of mani-pedis, bubble baths, and a glass of wine. But TRUE self-care is about creating a life you don't need to escape from. Show notes:...
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(109) Locking Yourself in the Closet
Whether it's an office, a bathroom, or a closet, we all need a place where we can go to calm the eff down. Show Notes: https://mightyandbright.com/blogs/raising-resilience-podcast/episode-25-creating-a-sanctuary
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(108) When Your Friends + Family Disappoint You
When something awful happens, sometimes our friends and family don't show up for us the way we expected them to — and that can *hurt.* Losing friends during a personal disaster is (unfortunately) common. Here's why it happens and how to handle it. Show Notes:...
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(107) Household Systems for Stress Relief
Going through something hard? Creating routines and rhythms in your family can help reduce your stress in a MAJOR way. Here are a few tips for creating a simplified system in your household to reduce everyone's stress and anxiety. Find the show notes here:...
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(106) Growth Mindset + Giving Kids Control
In this episode, Sara talks about how growth mindset and control are related, and how they help kids deal with life's hardest challenges.
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(105) It's Okay That Everything SUCKS
Sometimes, life is hard. Sometimes, we feel super sorry for ourselves, and then we feel guilty because other people have it worse than we do. What do we do when we're in a slump?
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(104) Why Being a Good Parent Means Taking What You Need
What do you do when you don't get what you need? Do you get crabby? Do you feel guilty? Take a listen to this.
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(103) Anxiety Buster for Kids + Adults: Worry Time
In this quick episode, I share a hack I learned from therapists about how to get off the worry train, for both kids *and* adults.
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(102) My Story: Surviving Divorce, Cancer, and Other Hard Stuff
Mighty + Bright founder Sara Olsher talks about surviving hard things - including cancer at age 34 - and why she wanted to help kids build resilience and cope with uncertainty.
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(101) Pandemic Routines 101: How to Involve Your Kids and Be Consistent
In this quick 10 minute episode, Mighty + Bright founder Sara Olsher talks about creating a routine, how to get your kids involved so they will actually follow through, and how to get your kids to be consistent without adding yet another thing to your to do list.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
We live in an uncertain world, and we need mental health skills just to make it through the day. But how do we teach these essential skills to our kids when we're totally struggling ourselves?! That's the question, and your host Sara Olsher is here to get you the answers. Because while there are a lot of things we *can't* control, there are also a lot of things we *can.* This podcast focuses on taking research-backed, expert advice and distilling it into actionable takeaways. The goal is to make your life easier and *not* stress you out.
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Sara Olsher
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We live in an uncertain world, and we need mental health skills just to make it through the day. But how do we teach these essential skills to our kids when we're totally struggling ourselves?! That's the question, and your host Sara Olsher is here to get you the answers. Because while there are a...
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