The EveryDay ABA Podcast

This week Paola and Leslie connect behavior science and spirituality to show how you can build real inner peace, emotional regulation, and self-trust without stepping away from your daily life. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, this episode focuses on practical tools that actually improve mental wellness.Joined by intuitive healer Andrea Sadler, they reframe breath-work, meditation, and energy awareness as trainable behaviors, not abstract ideas. If behavior can be shaped, so can intuition. Andrea translates intuition into simple, repeatable habits that calm the nervous system, reduce stress, and increase clarity.Paola breaks it down through an ABA lens, showing how reinforcement, habit formation, and awareness build intuition over time, not by chance but by design. If you feel overwhelmed or disconnected, this episode gives you what you actually need: small, doable shifts that create emotional resilience and self-trust. No retreats. No complexity. Just behavior change that helps you feel grounded, clear, and back in control.Take a breath. Your intuition isn’t missing—it’s waiting to be built.📇Connect with Paola on LinkedIn📲 Follow on Instagram @EveryDayABA.3 Like discounts on therapy supplies? Join our group!  ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show +  turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📧 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  👩🏽‍🏫 Guest Expert: Andrea Sadler is an intuitive healer, transformational coach, and spiritual guide who helps individuals Activate, Align, and Ascend through practical, grounded tools.Find her: https://linktr.ee/andreasadlerShe is offering our listeners: FREE 1:1 Aligned and Unstoppable Session1 month membership to the Luminous Dragonfly Society Audio recording of a Chakra Meditation and Toroidal Field Activation.LinkedInFacebookInstagramTikTok

This week, Brittanny, Leslie, and Paola break down The 12 Week Year and how behavior science can transform goal setting, productivity, and habit building. They explore why New Year’s resolutions fail and how shifting to 12-week goals creates urgency, improves accountability, and drives real behavior change.Using an ABA lens, the hosts discuss key strategies like tracking data, time blocking, and focusing on daily behaviors instead of long-term outcomes. They also share personal insights on fitness goals, routines, and staying consistent despite competing priorities.This episode is perfect for anyone struggling with motivation, procrastination, or consistency. The hosts offer practical, science-backed tools to reset goals, build better habits, and take action now.Buy The Books:   ATOMIC HABITS  The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months📇Connect with Paola on LinkedInLike discounts while shopping? Join our group!  📲 Follow on Instagram: @EveryDayABA.3 ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📧To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected] 

In this episode of EveryDay ABA, Brittanny, Leslie, and Paola continue their analysis of Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum (season 4), exploring relationships, dating, and personal growth through the lens of behavior science. In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, they highlight how individuals on the autism spectrum disorder navigate communication, emotional connection, and independence in real-life relationships.The hosts break down key ABA concepts like self-awareness, reinforcement, emotional regulation, and communication styles, using cast members’ journeys to illustrate how relationships evolve over time. From James’ growth in self-awareness to Connor’s challenges with compatibility, the episode connects real moments from the show to practical behavioral principles.They also highlight examples of co-regulation, confidence building, and behavior change—especially in Madison and Tyler’s relationship—emphasizing that successful relationships require both personal development and mutual understanding. Blending humor with clinical insight, this episode shows how ABA applies to love, dating, and everyday life.👗 Support Autism Acceptance 📇Connect with Paola on LinkedIn📲 Follow on Instagram @EveryDayABA.3 Like discounts? Join our group!  ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📧 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected] 

In this episode of EveryDay ABA, Brittanny, Leslie, and Paola celebrate Autism Acceptance Month by breaking down Season 4 of Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum through a behavior analytic lens, exploring dating on the autism spectrum, social skills development, and relationship coaching. They analyze real moments from the latest season, including first-date anxiety, communication challenges, emotional regulation, and the impact of limited social experience on building connections.The hosts highlight key ABA concepts like reinforcement, modeling, and social skills training, while addressing common misconceptions about autism and dating. They also discuss gender differences, boundaries, and how coaching, family dynamics, and media influence relationship behaviors. This episode offers practical insight into how meaningful relationships are built, emphasizing that social and dating skills are learned—not automatic.👗 Support Autism Awareness 📇Connect with Paola on LinkedIn📲 Follow on Instagram @EveryDayABA.3 Like discounts on therapy supplies? Join our group!  ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📧 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  

In this episode, the hosts take a candid and reflective look at personal growth, goal setting, and what it really takes to follow through in the middle of busy, demanding lives. Through honest conversation, they unpack the tension between setting ambitious goals and actually taking consistent action, highlighting how easily people can confuse planning with progress. Listeners are invited into a grounded discussion on accountability, where quarterly goal reviews become a practical system for staying aligned with priorities, building better habits, and making intentional adjustments in both personal and professional life.Throughout the episode, Paola, Brittanny, and Leslie share real-life examples of balancing work, health, and meaningful experiences, from family outings to new opportunities and collaborations. They challenge the tendency to overconsume information without taking action, emphasizing the importance of turning research into behavior change. With a focus on habit building, motivation, and self-awareness, this conversation offers practical insights for anyone looking to improve consistency, stay accountable, and create sustainable routines that support long term success.By reflecting on habits, motivation, and evolving priorities, the hosts model a flexible and realistic approach to self improvement that helps listeners stay consistent, build momentum, and move forward with intention.Buy the Mug: I survived another meeting that could have been an e-mailBuy The Books:   ATOMIC HABITS  The 12 Week Year: Get More Done in 12 Weeks than Others Do in 12 Months📇Connect with Paola on LinkedIn📲 Follow on Instagram: @EveryDayABA.3 ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📧 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  

In this episode of Everyday ABA, Paola, Brittanny, and Leslie explore how societal conditioning and self-criticism shape women’s confidence at work and in life. They break down the behavioral science behind assertiveness, communication, and the fine line between being confident and being perceived as harsh. Listeners will learn practical strategies to build authentic confidence, practice assertiveness in everyday situations, and navigate professional and personal spaces without fear of backlash. This episode offers actionable insights for women ready to strengthen their voice, reduce self-doubt, and communicate with clarity and authority.📇Connect with Paola on LinkedIn📲 Follow on Instagram: @EveryDayABA.3 ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📧 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  

Can you really be friends with your coworkers? Workplace friendships are common, but they can also be complicated. In this episode, the hosts explore the psychology of workplace friendships and why relationships at work can feel meaningful while also creating challenges. Coworker relationships often develop through shared goals, daily interaction, and mutual support, but questions about boundaries, professionalism, and career advancement can make these friendships difficult to navigate.The hosts discuss what defines a workplace friendship, why people form strong social bonds with coworkers, and how workplace culture and reinforcement shape these relationships. They also examine the potential benefits of having friends at work, including increased job satisfaction, social support, and stronger collaboration among coworkers. At the same time, the conversation addresses the risks that can come with workplace friendships, such as conflicts of interest, favoritism, and the possible impact on promotions and professional boundaries.Through discussion and examples, the episode looks at how people can build healthy coworker relationships while maintaining professionalism. Whether someone currently has close friends at work or is unsure about mixing personal and professional relationships, this episode explores the dynamics of workplace friendships and how these relationships influence job performance, workplace culture, and long term professional success.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]

In this episode of EveryDay ABA, Brittanny, Leslie, and Paola celebrate the legacy of B.F. Skinner in honor of his birthday and World Behavior Analysis Day on March 20, 2026. The hosts explore how Skinner’s behaviorist principles extend far beyond autism services and applied behavior analysis influences workplace culture, leadership, feedback, and organizational performance.The conversation examines why organizations get the culture they reinforce rather than the culture they hope for. Using real workplace examples, the hosts discuss how consequences, reinforcement, and clearly defined expectations shape employee behavior, meeting effectiveness, and team performance. They also break down why delayed feedback, vague expectations, and fear-based management can suppress creativity and lead to poor organizational outcomes.This episode connects classic behavior science with modern leadership challenges, showing how B.F. Skinner’s behavioral principles can improve management practices, strengthen workplace culture, and help leaders design environments that reinforce accountability, innovation, and high performance.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected] 

Welcome to Season 2 of Everyday ABA, a podcast that applies behavior science, workplace psychology, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) to real-life leadership, work, and everyday decision-making.Hosted by Paola Ortiz, a board-certified behavior analyst, psychology professor, and workplace consultant, along with behavior consultants Leslie and Brittanny, the podcast explores how understanding human behavior can help women, professionals, and business leaders succeed at work and in life.This season focuses on the intersection of behavior science, leadership, and workplace culture, offering practical insights that help individuals and organizations improve performance, communication, and well-being.Listeners will learn how behavior science can help them:• Navigate workplace dynamics and leadership challenges• Understand motivation, habits, and behavior change• Prevent burnout, emotional labor, and workplace stress• Improve communication, boundaries, and professional relationships• Build high-performing teams and positive workplace cultureWhether someone is a manager, entrepreneur, working parent, or emerging leader, EveryDay ABA demonstrates how small behavioral changes can lead to stronger leadership, better systems, and more effective workplaces.The podcast makes behavior science practical, relatable, and actionable—translating complex psychological principles into strategies listeners can apply immediately at work and in daily life.🎧 New episodes drop every Tuesday!  Follow the podcast and turn on automatic downloads so new episodes never get missed.Connect with the hosts for behind-the-scenes content on Instagram @EverydayABA.3 Connect with Paola on LinkedIn

In this episode, Paola, Brittanny, and Leslie unpack the reality of Queen Bee Syndrome in the workplace and how toxic leadership and scarcity culture can push women into competition instead of collaboration. The conversation explores behaviors like gatekeeping opportunities, selective mentorship, and public undermining, and how these dynamics impact psychological safety, leadership development, and workplace culture.The episode also highlights strategies for protecting professional growth, building allies, and increasing visibility while navigating difficult work environments. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing when a workplace becomes unhealthy and when leaving may be the most strategic decision for long term career success and well being.This episode is helpful for anyone who has felt blocked, overlooked, or undermined at work and wants to better understand toxic leadership dynamics and professional growth options.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected] 

In this episode of Everyday ABA, the hosts kick off Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day by exploring gendered work and emotional labor in the workplace. They break down how women are often expected to take on invisible labor that is essential to workplace functioning but rarely recognized, rewarded, or tied to promotions. Through real-world examples, the conversation examines how these expectations reinforce gender inequities and subtly shape professional trajectories across industries. The hosts discuss boundary-setting, why women face social penalties for assertiveness while men are rewarded, and how these dynamics persist in both male- and female-dominated workplaces—even for women in leadership.The episode also highlights practical solutions: redesigning workplace systems, clarifying roles, and shifting organizational culture to create equitable environments where women can thrive without taking on unpaid or invisible labor.Perfect for listeners interested in workplace psychology, gender equity, women in leadership, burnout prevention, emotional labor, boundary-setting, and applying ABA beyond clinical settings, this episode offers actionable insights for building healthier, more equitable work cultures.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  

In this episode of EveryDay ABA, Paola, Brittanny, and Leslie discuss Employee Appreciation Day coming up on March 6. The conversation explores how unclear expectations, weak systems, inconsistent feedback, and poor leadership practices create environments where employees struggle to succeed, especially in human services and ABA organizations. Drawing from principles of organizational behavior management, the hosts challenge the common belief that “people don’t want to work anymore” and instead highlight how performance problems are usually the result of broken systems, not individual motivation. They unpack the complexities of workplace relationships, the importance of clear communication and accountability, and the harm caused by performative appreciation and empty thank-yous without meaningful support. The episode closes with practical leadership strategies and actionable guidance for managers, supervisors, BCBAs, HR professionals, and business owners who want to improve workplace culture, strengthen employee performance, reduce burnout and turnover, and design work environments that reinforce the behaviors they actually want to see.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3📖 Get your CEU certificate here:    https://everydayaba.net/ceus-for-purchase-test/👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  After listening to the episode, participants will be able to:Identify at least three systemic variables that contribute to employee performance problems in organizational settings.Differentiate between individual-level explanations of performance and system-level explanations using principles of organizational behavior management.Propose at least two OBM-informed strategies for improving employee performance and morale by redesigning systems related to training, feedback, and accountability.

In this episode of EveryDay ABA, Paola, Leslie, and Brittanny explore how understanding relationships through the lens of applied behavior analysis (ABA) can improve partnership dynamics. The hosts discuss how to identify patterns in relationship behaviors, determine the function of those behaviors, and apply reinforcement strategies to increase positive interactions. Listeners learn practical tools for operationally defining behaviors, designing collaborative behavior plans, and using behavior data to strengthen communication and cooperation. Through real-life examples, the hosts highlight the importance of self-reflection, accountability, and mutual reinforcement in adult relationships. This episode provides actionable insights for couples, behavior analysts, and anyone interested in applying behavior science to everyday life.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 for daily ABA insights and behind-the-scenes podcast updates.📖 Get your CEU certificate HERE     👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  By the end of this episode, participants will be able to:Identify the function of interpersonal behaviors (attention, escape, access, automatic reinforcement) in a marital context. Develop reinforcement strategies that increase desired behaviors and strengthen positive interaction patterns between partners.

This week, the hosts examine why labeling people as difficult often obscures what is actually happening behaviorally and how applied behavior analysis (ABA) provides a clearer, more functional framework. Using behavior science, the episode explores how to operationally define difficult behavior, identify early behavioral red flags in professional and personal relationships, and determine when boundary setting or disengagement is the most effective response. The discussion spans workplace conflict, consulting relationships, family dynamics, and emotional labor, highlighting how reinforcement, emotional regulation, urgency, and miscommunication can unintentionally maintain ineffective interaction patterns. The hosts also address how cultural context, identity-related stressors, and lived experiences can influence behavior without resorting to diagnoses, excuses, or personality-based labels. This episode offers a behavior-based approach for professionals who feel emotionally drained, stuck in cycles of over-explaining, or uncertain about whether continued engagement in a relationship is productive. Listeners are provided with practical tools grounded in ABA to support clearer decision-making, healthier boundaries, and reduced burnout.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 📖 Get your CEU certificate here:  👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  After listening to the episode, participants will be able to:Operationally define “difficult behavior” in adults by identifying observable, measurable behaviors rather than using mentalistic or trait-based labels.Apply core ABA principles to analyze challenging interpersonal interactions in professional, family, and consulting contexts.Identify early behavioral red flags in professional relationships and evaluate when disengagement is appropriate.Demonstrate how ABA-informed boundary setting can reduce reinforcement of ineffective or aversive interaction patterns.

In this episode of Everyday ABA, hosts Paola, Brittanny, and Leslie discuss communication styles, listening behaviors, and why even good intentions can lead to misunderstandings, especially in professional and personal relationships. The hosts unpack real-life communication failures, exploring how tone, clarity, and delivery shape how messages are received. Brittanny shares her journey of self-awareness, reflecting on how her direct communication style can sometimes come across as aggressive, while Paola highlights gender biases in communication, explaining how women are often labeled “too direct” or “difficult” in the workplace for behaviors that are reinforced in others. Grounding the conversation in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), the episode reframes communication as a behavior with a function, emphasizing a key ABA principle: communication isn’t effective unless it produces the intended response from the listener. Rather than focusing solely on what we say, the hosts examine how listener behavior, reinforcement history, context, and environment influence whether communication truly works, offering actionable insights for improving clarity, understanding, and connection in everyday interactions.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 for daily ABA insights and behind-the-scenes podcast updates.📖 Get your CEU certificate -> HERE  👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  

This week, Paola, Leslie, and Brittanny break down how a SWOT analysis (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) can be used far beyond business strategy and applied to personal growth, career planning, and professional sustainability.Using an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and psychology lens, the conversation explores how strengths reflect reinforced behaviors, weaknesses often signal skill or system gaps, and how environmental opportunities and threats influence decision-making, burnout, and follow-through. The hosts model the process by sharing their own podcast SWOT analysis, offering a real-world example of reflective practice and values-aligned planning.This episode emphasizes that reflection without action isn’t enough. Listeners are guided on how to turn insight into behaviorally defined next steps, reduce reliance on willpower, and make intentional choices that support long-term alignment—especially for clinicians, educators, and helping professionals navigating complex work-life demands.Whether you’re feeling stuck, approaching a transition, or reassessing your next professional move, this episode shows how behavioral science can help you reflect honestly, reset intentionally, and plan your next stage without burnout.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 📖 Get your CEU certificate here!  👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase - https://www.referyourchasecard.com/19u/ZMID8Z0I8T🎙️ This podcast is hosted on Riverside get one FREE month of podcast hosting using code ‘EveryDayABA’ 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  

We all think we’re good listeners… until we’re in conflict.In this episode of Everyday ABA, hosts Paola, Brittany, and Leslie break down listening styles. Not how we talk, but how we hear; and, why listening is often the real reason communication falls apart. Using applied behavior analysis (ABA), psychology, and real-life examples from their own dynamic, they explore five common communication styles: listening to respond, listening to agree, listening to disagree, listening to understand, and listening to win.Paola unpacks what it means to listen for solutions. Leslie explores validation and people-oriented listening. Brittany dives into critical listening and why disagreement isn’t always rejection. Together, they explain how different listening styles are reinforced, how mismatched listening leads to conflict at work and in relationships, and how to adjust your communication based on what the conversation actually needs.Whether you’re navigating workplace communication, leadership conversations, relationships, or parenting, this episode will help you identify your own listening style, understand others better, and communicate more effectively. If you’ve ever felt unheard, misunderstood, or frustrated during conversations, this episode will change how you listen.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3📖 Get your CEU certificate HERE!  👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  

What do timeshares, ABA, and selling your services have in common? More than you think.In this episode of EveryDay ABA, Paola, Brittanny, and Leslie are joined by Graham Lukas, one of the top sales performers for Hyatt Vacation Club, to explore sales through a behavioral science lens. This is not a pitch about timeshares. It is a deep dive into influence, motivation, and persuasion using real-world sales examples.Graham explains why everything in life is a form of sales, from building trust with families, leading teams, to convincing someone or yourself to change behavior. The conversation highlights how Applied Behavior Analysis principles used by BCBAs every day can drive effective business, leadership, and personal decision-making.Whether you are a BCBA, clinician, consultant, or business owner who struggles with selling without feeling salesy, this episode reframes sales as relationship-building, problem-solving, and value alignment rather than manipulation. Learn practical strategies from behavioral science to influence and grow your impact.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3📖 Get your CEU certificate here!  👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  After listening to the episode, participants will be able to:Describe how emotional variables influence decision-making and why logic follows emotion.Identify parallels between effective sales practices and ABA principles (assessment, rapport, reinforcement).Differentiate feature-based selling from motivation-based selling and explain resistance.Explain how targeted questioning functions as informal assessment of motivating operations.👩🏽‍🏫 Guest Expert: Follow Graham Lucas on Instagram

In this episode of Everyday ABA, Paola, Brittanny, and Leslie are joined by Northwestern Mutual financial advisor, Tommy Smith, to break down retirement planning through a behavioral lens. Using principles from Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), the conversation demystifies 401(k)s, IRAs, Roth vs. traditional accounts, employer matches, and target date funds in a way that feels practical rather than overwhelming. The group explores the psychology of money, including why saving feels restrictive for some people and empowering for others, and how automation, habit formation, and reducing response effort can make long-term financial behavior more sustainable.The episode also covers common barriers that prevent people from investing, such as fear of market fluctuations, lack of early financial education, and decision paralysis. Listeners learn how concepts like delayed reinforcement, shaping, and antecedent strategies apply directly to saving for retirement. Additional topics include pensions versus defined contribution plans, spousal IRAs, risk tolerance, working with a financial advisor, and why women—especially working mothers and stay-at-home parents—need to think differently about retirement and life insurance. This episode is ideal for clinicians, professionals, and families who want to understand retirement planning without jargon and learn how small, consistent behavioral changes can lead to long-term financial security.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3📖 Get your CEU certificate here!    👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  👤Guest Expert:Tommy Smith ChFC, CLU, CLTC is a Wealth Management advisor with Northwestern Mutual. For over 21 years he has helped individuals and their families create financial plans that protect their future and grow their wealth.Contact Tommy to get personalized guidance and start planning your financial future. Follow on LinkedInE-mail: [email protected]

In this episode of Everyday ABA, Brittanny, Paola, and Leslie move past vague resolutions and break down how Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) can help you set 2026 goals that actually stick. From light-hearted stories about the week to deeper conversations about self-belief, accountability, and behavior change, this episode blends real life with behavioral science in a relatable, practical way.Rather than relying on motivation alone, the hosts explore how behavioral systems, reinforcement, and self-management strategies turn intentions into action. They discuss why goals must be observable, measurable, and aligned with personal values, and how breaking down big goals into manageable steps increases follow-through, regardless of what your personal goals are.If you’re tired of New Year’s resolutions that fade by February, this episode offers a behaviorally sound, realistic approach to goal setting that you can use all year long.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 for daily ABA insights and behind-the-scenes podcast updates.📖 Get your CEU certificate here!Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using discount code PAOLA🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected] listening to the episode, participants will be able to:Explain why control is a critical component of effective behavior change.Explain the role of reinforcement versus punishment in maintaining long-term behavior change for both adults and children.Analyze the role of values as motivating operations, and explain how values-aligned goals increase persistence and follow-through.Recognize the importance of practice and rehearsal in developing and maintaining fluent professional and life skills, even at advanced levels of expertise.References:Daniels, A. C., & Bailey, J. S. (2014). Performance management: Changing behavior that drives organizational effectiveness (5th ed.). Aubrey Daniels International.Hayes, S. C., Strosahl, K. D., & Wilson, K. G. (2012). Acceptance and commitment therapy: The process and practice of mindful change (2nd ed.). Guilford Press.Nevin, J. A., & Grace, R. C. (2000). Behavioral momentum and the law of effect. Behavioral and Brain Sciences, 23, 73–130.

In this episode of EveryDay ABA, Paola, Leslie, and Brittanny continue their conversation on The 5-Second Rule and break down how this popular productivity tool can be understood through an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) lens.This episode moves beyond theory and into real-life application, exploring how the 5-4-3-2-1 countdown can help with task initiation, emotional regulation, communication, parenting, fitness, and everyday decision-making. From getting out of bed and going to the gym to managing reactive behavior with partners and toddlers, the hosts share honest stories, practical examples, and behavioral insights you can start using immediately. If you’ve ever struggled with procrastination, avoidance, emotional reactivity, or “knowing what to do but not doing it,” this episode shows how small antecedent strategies can lead to meaningful behavior change.Start with Part 1 to hear the background, origin, and foundational concepts before jumping into this episode.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3📖 Get your CEU certificate HERE!      👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  BUY The 5 Second Rule Book https://amzlink.to/az0cLdGdM8HapBuy The High 5 Habit Book https://amzlink.to/az0KLzxHA9pMIBuy The Let them Theory Book https://amzlink.to/az0JFu3xzpdXs

This week, Paola, Leslie, and Brittanny dive into Mel Robbins’ Five Second Rule and break down why it works through the lens of Applied Behavior Analysis. If you’ve ever struggled with procrastination, low motivation, decision fatigue, or the mental load of everyday life, this episode gives you actionable strategies you can start using today.The hosts show how a simple countdown can interrupt hesitation, stop avoidance behaviors, and help you follow through on what matters most. They connect the 5-Second Rule to key ABA concepts like antecedent interventions, behavioral momentum, habit formation, self-management, and shaping small, achievable steps over time. ☕ Support your favorite podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review!📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 📖 Get your CEU certificate here!👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  BUY The 5 Second Rule https://amzlink.to/az0cLdGdM8HapBuy The High 5 Habit Book https://amzlink.to/az0KLzxHA9pMIBuy The Let them Theory Book https://amzlink.to/az0JFu3xzpdXs

In this episode of Everyday ABA, hosts Paola, Leslie, and Brittanny discuss Lean Six Sigma, particularly the White Belt, and its application in various fields. They delve into the DMAIC framework, emphasizing its relevance in problem-solving and process improvement. The hosts share practical examples and discuss the role of third parties in identifying inefficiencies. The episode concludes with an interactive game that encourages listeners to apply the DMAIC framework to real-life scenarios. In this conversation, the participants explore the dynamics of household chores, particularly laundry, and how to optimize these tasks using Lean Six Sigma principles. The conversation also delves into the application of Lean Six Sigma in various career paths and everyday life, emphasizing the need for clear processes and problem-solving techniques. The participants share personal anecdotes and insights, making the discussion relatable and practical for listeners. ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review!📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 for daily ABA insights and behind-the-scenes podcast updates.📖 Get your CEU certificate here!👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase🎙️ This podcast is hosted on Podbean get one FREE month of podcast hosting using code ‘EveryDayABA’ The LSS White Belt Course that Brittanny took📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected] After listening to the episode, participants will be able to:Define and describe the DMAIC framework (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) and explain how it parallels functional behavior assessment (FBA) and treatment planning in ABA.Identify at least three examples of how Lean Six Sigma is applied to improve system efficiency.Develop a process improvement plan by mapping out steps to streamline a referral, intake, or staff training process, ensuring alignment with both Lean Six Sigma and ABA best practices.Evaluate a case example and outline how the DMAIC process could lead to measurable and sustainable improvement.

This week, the hosts and feminist leadership expert Dr. Deepa explore the systemic and gendered roots of burnout for women in leadership. The conversation focuses on delegation as a critical leadership skill, exploring why many women struggle to delegate, how cultural expectations and upbringing shape “do it all” behavior, and how redefining responsibility can transform both personal and professional wellbeing. Through an ABA-informed lens, the hosts and Dr. Deepa examine how environmental contingencies, rule-governed behavior, and reinforcement systems contribute to chronic exhaustion and invisible labor. They discuss how effective delegation lowers response effort, increases access to meaningful reinforcers, and supports sustainable leadership practices.Listeners will hear practical strategies for boundary-setting, shared responsibility, and redefining delegation as a feminist act rather than a sign of weakness. Dr. Deepa also offers tools for reframing guilt, clarifying outcomes, and creating organizational cultures that reinforce healthy work distribution rather than overwork. This episode is designed for women leaders, helping professionals, and anyone interested in behavioral science, equity, and reimagining burnout prevention through delegation, boundaries, and ABA principles. ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3📖 Get your CEU certificate by clicking HERE     👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]   👩🏽‍🏫 Guest Expert: Dr. Deepa is a feminist leadership coach, DEI consultant, and the founder of SpaceUpp, a justice driven people consultancy committed to equity in action. Through SpaceUpp, a social impact organization, she collaborates with institutions to build equitable, people-centered workplaces. She also mentors women to step into leadership, not by changing who they are, but by reclaiming the space that has always rightfully belonged to them. Follow Dr. Deepa on LinkedIn Follow her on Instagramhttps://spaceupp.com/ 

This week, the hosts explore the power of gratitude practices and how cultivating a grateful mindset can enhance mental health, resilience, and overall well-being. Listeners learn the importance of expressing gratitude consistently and how daily gratitude habits can enhance happiness and personal growth. The episode offers practical strategies for building gratitude into everyday life, including teaching children appreciation, creating intentional reflection moments, and practicing manifestation. Drawing from positive psychology research, including Sean Achor’s work, the hosts explain how small, consistent acts of gratitude strengthen relationships and increase life satisfaction. ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3📖 Get your CEU certificate HERE! 👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten 📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]   References:Achor, S. (2010). The Happiness Advantage: The seven principles of positive psychology that fuel success and performance at work. Crown Business.Algoe, S. B., Gable, S. L., & Maisel, N. C. (2010). It’s the little things: Everyday gratitude as a booster shot for romantic relationships. Personal Relationships, 17(2), 217–233.Fredrickson, B. L., & Losada, M. F. (2005). Positive affect and the complex dynamics of human flourishing. The American psychologist, 60(7), 678–686. Emmons, R. A., & McCullough, M. E. (2003). Counting blessings versus burdens: An experimental investigation of gratitude and subjective well-being in daily life. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 84(2), 377–389.Emmons, R. A., & Stern, R. (2013). Gratitude as a psychotherapeutic intervention. Journal of Clinical Psychology, 69(8), 846–855.Froh, J. J., Sefick, W. J., & Emmons, R. A. (2008). Counting blessings in early adolescents: An experimental study of gratitude and subjective well-being. Journal of School Psychology, 46(2), 213–233.Wood, A. M., Froh, J. J., & Geraghty, A. W. (2010). Gratitude and well-being: A review and theoretical integration. Clinical Psychology Review, 30(7), 890–905.

This week, Paola, Brittanny, and Leslie sit down with Board Certified Behavior Analyst Patricia (Tricia) Lund to unpack one of the most avoided yet deeply human topics- death, dying, and grief. Together, they explore how people experience grief, why traditional behavior plans often miss the mark, and how clinicians and caregivers can respond with compassion instead of compliance. From understanding the five concepts of death to recognizing secondary losses and writing grief-informed treatment plans, this conversation blends heart and science to help BCBAs, therapists, and families create safer, more humane spaces for people navigating loss.  Whether you’re a clinician, educator, or family member, this episode offers a fresh perspective on how Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) can support, not suppress, grieving behaviors. ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EveryDayABA.3📖 Get your CEU certificate here!  👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]   After listening to the episode, participants will be able to:Explain how grief can serve as a setting event impacting behavior and motivation.Identify strategies for creating grief-informed Functional Behavior Assessments and treatment plans.Differentiate between grief-informed and trauma-informed frameworks in ABA.

In this episode of Everyday ABA, hosts Paola, Leslie and Brittanny, engage in a deep conversation with Debbie Simmons, the CEO of Anchor Point. They explore Debbie's innovative BEST strategy (Breathe, Evaluate, Step back, and Take Action). This method is designed to help individuals navigate challenging situations, particularly in the context of trauma-informed care and parenting. Debbie shares how the BEST strategy empowers individuals and families to thrive. The discussion emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, emotional regulation, and community support in fostering resilience and personal growth. Whether you’re a busy parent, a professional facing burnout, or an ABA provider looking for tools to recommend, this conversation offers practical stress management techniques, evidence-based mental health tools, and trauma-sensitive approaches you can start using today. ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EveryDayABA.3 📖 Get your CEU certificate HERE!👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase🎙️ This podcast is hosted on Podbean get one free month of podcast hosting using code everydayaba 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]     👤 Guest Expert:Debbie Simmons founded Anchor Point — a faith-based nonprofit that supports women, families, and leaders through life’s toughest seasons. Through her coaching and speaking, Debbie helps people build legacies that outlast them by turning adversity into impact. She’s living proof that when you lead from the heart, even loss can fuel hope.Her website: https://thedebbiesimmons.com/FREE BOOK:  THEHEARTOFLEGACY.COM

Hosts Paola, Leslie, and Brittanny break down Netflix’s Love Is Blind Season 9 episode 12 and the Reunion. From the Gottman Institute’s research on relationships to ABA principles like reinforcement, learned behavior, and values, they unpack what makes some couples thrive while others crash. You’ll hear real-world examples from the reunion explained through an ABA and psychology lens. Whether you’re a fan of Love Is Blind or just curious about the science of love, this episode offers practical insights into what genuine connection looks like (and what red flags to watch for). ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 for daily ABA insights and behind-the-scenes podcast updates.📖 Get your CEU certificate here     👟 Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]   After listening to the episode, participants will be able to:List at least three observable behavioral indicators that signal compatibility and readiness within romantic relationships.Describe how reinforcement histories, personal values, and learned behaviors contribute to the development and maintenance of romantic commitment.Identify and explain at least two ways in which a history of trauma can affect communication patterns and emotional regulation using behavior analytic concepts. References: Gottman, J. M., Coan, J., Carrère, S., & Swanson, C. (1998). Predicting marital happiness and stability from newlywed interactions. Journal of Marriage and the Family, 60(1), 5-22. Davoodvandi, M., Nejad, S. N., & Farzad, V. (2018). Examining the effectiveness of Gottman couple therapy on improving marital adjustment and couples’ intimacy. Iranian Journal of Psychiatry, 13(2), 135-141.Quan, L., Zhang, K., & Chen, H. (2025). The relationship between childhood trauma and romantic relationship satisfaction: The role of attachment and social support. Frontiers in Psychiatry. Advance online publication.

This week, Paola, Leslie, and Brittanny take a behavioral dive into Netflix Love Is Blind season 9 episode 10 and 11, exploring what Applied Behavior Analysis reveals about the way people love, fight, and stay in unhealthy relationships. Using the couples they break down how reinforcement, punishment, and learning history shape emotional patterns and attraction. Paola opens the episode by sharing her experience advocating for herself in her second hospital stay, connecting it to the importance of empathy and communication in both healthcare and behavior analysis.Throughout the discussion, the hosts connect these relationship patterns to behavioral principles like functional analysis, reinforcement history, private events, and environmental contingencies. They emphasize that these same dynamics appear in therapy rooms, workplaces, and families, not just reality TV. This episode helps listeners understand how reinforcement drives connection and conflict, why empathy and bedside manner matter in every field, and how “trusting your gut” can function as a cue for self-advocacy and boundary setting. ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EveryDayABA.3 for daily ABA insights and behind-the-scenes podcast updates.📖 Get your CEU certificate here!👟 Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using discount code PAOLA  🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  

In this episode, hosts Paola, Brittanny, and Leslie dive into Netflix’s Love Is Blind Season 9 to explore the behavioral science behind reality TV relationships. Using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), they unpack psychosocial development, gaslighting, DARVO, emotional regulation, boundary setting, and reinforcement to reveal what really drives attraction, conflict, and connection. Through an ABA lens, the hosts analyze emotional maturity, communication patterns, and red flags in couples like Jordan & Megan and Edmund & KB. Whether you’re a behavior analyst or just obsessed with reality tv, this episode blends pop culture and psychology to help you understand the science of love and behavior. ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 for daily ABA insights and behind-the-scenes podcast updates.📖 Get your CEU certificate Here!    Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using discount code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]    

This week, the EveryDay ABA team puts on their behavioral science goggles to break down season 9 of Netflix’s hit Love Is Blind. What can this social experiment teach us about operationally defining goals, verbal behavior, motivating operations, and long-term reinforcement in relationships? From shallow questions in the pods to meaningful conversations that predict real compatibility, the hosts analyze the show’s dating dynamics through the lens of applied behavior analysis (ABA). Whether you’re a BCBA, RBT, student, or just a fan of Love Is Blind, you’ll walk away seeing love, language, and decision-making in a whole new behavioral way. ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 for daily ABA insights and behind-the-scenes podcast updates.📖 Get your CEU certificate here!  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes! 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]   After listening to the episode, participants will be able to:Describe how operationally defining goals clarifies expectations in relationships and parallels to behavior-analytic treatment planning.Evaluate how questions reflect socially significant behaviors and long-term reinforcers.Identify examples of verbal behavior from the show and analyze their function in building or undermining compatibility.Explain how environmental changes (e.g., the “pods”) function as motivating operations that alter dating behaviors and decision-making. References: Austin, J., & Carr, J. E. (2000). Applications of organizational behavior management to goal setting in ABA service delivery. Journal of Organizational Behavior Management, 20(2), 69–95.Baer, D. M., Wolf, M. M., & Risley, T. R. (1968). Some current dimensions of applied behavior analysis. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1(1), 91–97. Michael, J. (1993). Establishing operations. The Behavior Analyst, 16(2), 191–206.Skinner, B. F. (1957). Verbal behavior. Appleton-Century-Crofts.Wolf, M. M. (1978). Social validity: The case for subjective measurement or how applied behavior analysis is finding its heart. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 11(2), 203–214.  

In this episode of EveryDay ABA, Paola, Leslie, and Brittanny sit down with Matthew Harrington, a board-certified behavior analyst and founder of the ABA Digital Marketing Agency. Together, they dive into the intersection of applied behavior analysis and marketing, exploring how evidence-based strategies can be applied to referral generation, business growth, and brand development while maintaining the highest ethical standards. Matthew shares his journey from practitioner to marketing expert, highlighting how clinical expertise and behavior modification principles translate into powerful marketing insights. The discussion unpacks how BCBAs can leverage their analytical and problem-solving skills to understand client needs, drive measurable outcomes, and thrive in marketing roles.  Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of how transferable skills from ABA support effective digital marketing, enhance referral pipelines, and foster sustainable business growth in both clinical and non-clinical settings. ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 for daily ABA insights and behind-the-scenes podcast updates.📖 BCBAs Get your CEU certificate here!! Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes use discount code PAOLA!🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]   By the end of this episode, listeners will be able to:Identify at least three ABA principles that can be applied to evidence-based marketing strategies.Analyze how core  behavior-analytic competencies can transfer to roles in business, consulting, or marketing contexts.Evaluate common mistakes BCBAs make when applying behavior analysis to organizational consulting or marketing, and propose corrective strategies using data-driven decision making. 

In this episode of EveryDay ABA, Paola, Brittanny, and Leslie break down the science, myths, and lived experiences of birth order through the lens of applied behavior analysis (ABA). From the pressure and perfectionism of the firstborn, to the diplomacy and identity struggles of the middle child, to the freedom and creativity of the youngest, they explore how sibling roles shape behavior, relationships, and even career paths. Drawing on research on personality traits, the hosts connect family dynamics to reinforcement history, motivating operations, and self-management strategies. You'll hear personal stories of rebellion, responsibility, and resilience; and, learn practical ways to support siblings without creating harmful comparisons or rivalry. Whether you're the eldest, middle, or youngest, this conversation will give you fresh insight into how your place in the family influences your behavior; and, how ABA can help you rewrite unhelpful patterns. ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 for daily ABA insights and behind-the-scenes podcast updates.📖 Get your CEU certificate HERE    Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes use discount code PAOLA! 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]   

Can you really blend evidence-based ABA with energy work like tapping and manifestation? In this episode of EveryDay ABA, the hosts interview intuitive mindset and manifestation coach Elizabeth Plancon to explore how behavior analysis intersects with nervous system regulation, self-talk, and somatic healing. Plancon discusses how practices such as EFT tapping, breathwork, and affirmations align with behavior-analytic concepts like motivating operations, rule-governed behavior, and self-management. She guides listeners through a live tapping session and offers insight into how nervous system regulation supports sustainable behavior change. Drawing from both behavior science and popular mindset literature—including the works of Skinner, Seligman, Dispenza, and Goddard—this episode offers a unique blend of practical tools and theory. The conversation provides a behavior-analytic lens on intuition, energy work, and everyday wellness.Support your favorite podcast hosts at buymeacoffee.com/everydayabaFollow us @EverydayABA.3 CEU certificate Here!      Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes use discount code PAOLAEarn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase  To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected] Buy the books discussed in this episode-The SecretBecoming supernatural: How common people are doing the uncommonFeeling is the secret    You were born rich     Learned optimism: How to change your mind and your life      👤 Guest Expert:Elizabeth is an Intuitive Spiritual Mentor, Soul Purpose Activator, and Healer devoted to helping women awaken their intuitive gifts, embody their purpose, and step into their most radiant, abundant, selves.Follow Her on IG   @ElizabethPlanconAccess Her Free Resources   https://msha.ke/elizabethplancon/Website:  https://www.elizabethplancon.com/

In this episode of EveryDay ABA, hosts Brittanny, Leslie, and Paola reflect on the transformative summer months and how applied behavior analysis (ABA) principles showed up in their everyday lives. From postpartum recovery and navigating matrescence with Paola, to professional development and career transitions with Brittany, to personal growth and refined goal-setting with Leslie — each host shares their unique journey. Paola opens up about welcoming her second baby and the emotional and behavioral changes of the postpartum period, sharing what she’s learned about sleep, support systems, and self-compassion. Brittanny talks about using reflection and behavior momentum to earn new certifications and land a new job. Leslie discusses building consistency and goal-directed behaviors while balancing parenting and pursuing her BCBA certification.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EveryDayABA.3 📖 Get your CEU certificate here!Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes  use discount code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected] After listening to the episode, participants will be able to:Define matrescence and describe its relationship to developmental transitions and the behavioral principles that can support adaptation during postpartum changes.Analyze how reflection and momentum function as motivating operations (MOs) that can influence behavior change and goal-directed action in both professional and personal contexts.Evaluate the impact of social support systems on behavior maintenance during times of transition. Discuss the role of identifying and modifying private events and self-talk in reducing limiting beliefs and promoting behavioral flexibility. 

This week’s episode of Everyday ABA brings you a special feature from the My BCBA Life podcast. In this insightful episode, Paola joins Penina from Circle Care Services to explore what leadership looks like in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. With warmth and clarity, Paola shares her journey into leadership, practical strategies for motivating teams, and how behavior analytic principles can strengthen clinical supervision and workplace culture. Listeners will gain valuable takeaways on managing burnout, balancing clinical and operational demands, and leading with intention. Whether you're a BCBA, RBT, or simply someone navigating leadership in human services, this conversation offers meaningful tools and reflection. This episode is originally from the My BCBA Life podcast and shared here with their permission. You can listen to the original episode and receive a CEU certificate here ☕ Support EveryDayABA by showing US love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDayABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 for daily ABA insights and behind-the-scenes podcast updates.Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes! Follow Paola on LinkedIn

In this must-listen episode of EveryDay ABA, hosts Paola (BCBA), Leslie and Brittanny (RBT) break down the major updates to the Registered Behavior Technician® (RBT®) certification requirements coming January 1, 2026, from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board® (BACB®). Listeners will learn what’s changing, what’s staying the same, and how to prepare. Whether you're a current RBT, a supervisor, or an aspiring behavior technician, this episode covers everything from eligibility and training updates to new exam content, supervision requirements, and international certification restrictions. ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/EveryDayABA⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EveryDayABA.3📖 Get your CEU certificate by clicking THIS    Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes HERE!   🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected] After listening to the episode, participants will be able to:Describe the key structural updates to the RBT certification process, including eligibility criteria, the revised 40-hour training curriculum, and updated competency assessment requirements.Summarize the changes to the RBT examination content based on the 3rd edition Test Content Outline, including changes to domain titles, task counts, and question distribution.Differentiate between acceptable types of professional development that satisfy the new 12-hour continuing education requirement, including in-service training, podcast CEUs, and university coursework.Identify the jurisdictions impacted by new BACB restrictions and explain how voluntary inactive status applies to affected RBTs and BCBAs.

In this powerful episode of Everyday ABA, the hosts are joined by Maty, the Burnout Coach, for an honest and eye-opening conversation. Together, they unpack the psychology of burnout, diving deep into how societal expectations, perfectionism, and emotional labor contribute to chronic stress, disconnection, and loss of identity. Maty shares her personal journey through burnout and offers actionable strategies rooted in both behavioral science and self-development for setting boundaries, redefining relationship roles, and learning through natural consequences. The conversation explores toxic relationship patterns, codependency, and the importance of building partnerships over caretaking dynamics. Listeners will walk away with insights on how to reprogram their mindset, seek professional help, and take behavioral steps to reclaim joy, autonomy, and purpose. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck in survival mode, this episode is for you. ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 for daily ABA insights and behind-the-scenes podcast updates.📖 Get your CEU certificate HERE!    Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes!  🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected] 👤 Guest Expert:Maty Mariko "The BurnOut Coach" Want to learn more from Maty? Unfiltered, real, and made for women who are done doing it all alone? Join her private Telegram channel. One voice note a week. No BS. No guilt. Just real support that meets you exactly where you are. 👉 https://t.me/nomoregoodgirlOR Follow her on LinkedIn 

In this episode of Everyday ABA, the hosts explore the transition from high school to military enlistment through the lens of applied behavior analysis (ABA). Listeners will learn about the ASVAB, how to choose the right military branch, and the step-by-step process of enlisting. The episode offers actionable ABA strategies like goal setting, reinforcement, and behavior chains to help teens build habits and stay motivated. Designed for high school graduates, parents, educators, and future service members, this episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the path to military life.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EveryDayABA.3 for daily ABA insights and behind-the-scenes podcast updates.📖 Get your CEU certificate by click this LINK    Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings! Buy the Shoes  🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected] After listening to the episode, participants will be able to:Identify key behavioral principles (e.g., goal setting, reinforcement, motivating operations) as they apply to preparing for military enlistment.Describe how each step involved in transitioning from high school to military service can be supported using applied behavior analysis (ABA).Evaluate how support systems and environmental variables impact motivation and follow-through in high-stakes behavioral transitions.

In this episode of Everyday ABA, host Paola Ortiz (BCBA), along with RBTs Brittanny and Leslie, sit down with Armando Bernal, a neurodivergent BCBA for a candid conversation about the negativity, criticism, and the ongoing controversy surrounding Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Armando shares his personal journey with an autism diagnosis, the power of parental support, and how evolving perceptions of ABA have been shaped by social media, public discourse, and lived experience. Together, they unpack both the valid concerns and harmful practices associated with ABA’s history, while also highlighting where the field is growing. The discussion emphasizes the importance of consent, community engagement, and understanding behavior as communication, while also addressing the value of autistic voices in clinical spaces, and the need for transparency and ethical reform in behavior therapy. ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EveryDayABA.3📖 Get your CEU certificate  HERE   Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes!  Click Here To BUY!🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected] 👤 Guest Expert:Armando Bernal is a neurodivergent board certified behavior analyst. Armando is also the founder of Autism International Consulting, PLLC, a self-advocacy-centered organization which provides in-home ABA, in-clinic ABA, and international consultation. He provides autistic consultation, parent and therapist consultation, speaking engagements for companies across the nation, and supervision and mentorship to other BCBAs and therapists. He is also the distributor of the podcast, “A Different Path.” He hopes to spread awareness and acceptance of autism by interviewing and sharing the stories of other individuals with autism. Armando has also participated in several collaborations with Vanderbilt University and the Suny Empire State University meant to further support self-advocacy and independence for individuals with autism.Listen to his podcast A Different PathHis company     https://www.autismintl.com/ 

In this episode of Everyday ABA, Paola, Leslie, and Brittanny break down how to use applied behavior analysis (ABA) to help students transition successfully from high school to college. They share real-life strategies for parents, students, and educators to build independence, manage time, stay motivated, and avoid common pitfalls of college life. Learn how self-monitoring, reinforcement, and creating supportive environments can make the college experience less stressful and more successful for young adults.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 📖 Get your FREE CEU certificate HERE   Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings! Buy The Shoes!🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected] After listening to the episode, participants will be able to:Identify common environmental and social variables that impact college students’ independent functioning and describe how to modify them using ABA strategies.Explain the concept of person–environment fit and how it relates to successful behavioral outcomes for young adults in new educational settings.Develop examples of behavior contracts, self-monitoring systems, or reinforcement schedules that promote study habits, time management, and independence in college students.Analyze the role of social support systems and how they interact with individual behavior to prevent dropout and promote mental health continuity during the transition to college.Demonstrate how to teach and fade prompts effectively to build independent living skills for adolescents before they enter college.  

In this episode of EveryDay ABA, hosts Paola (BCBA) and Leslie (RBT) talk with special guest BCBA, Kassandra, author, and founder of The Guiding Circle. Kassandra shares how she helps parents of neurodivergent children shift from survival mode to thriving by embracing the radical idea that self-care is not optional. You’ll learn why focusing on the family system creates sustainable change, how to anchor emotional regulation in daily routines, and how to navigate guilt and social pressure. The conversation dives into cross-cultural research on spanking, co-parenting strategies, and practical ABA hacks to transform your family dynamic. Listeners will leave with real-life strategies, research-backed insights, and a renewed commitment to caring for themselves — because when parents are supported, the entire family thrives. ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected] 📖 Get your CEU certificate HERE    By the end of this episode, listeners will be able to:Define the distinction between traditional ABA parent training and parent-focused coaching models.Describe the impact of parent emotional regulation on child behavior and family dynamics.Apply the concept of “anchors” to help parents generalize self-regulation skills.Analyze how social and generational expectations influence parental guilt and behavior. 👤 Guest Expert:Kassandra is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), author, and founder of The Guiding Circle — a leading coaching community dedicated to supporting parents of autistic children. With over five years of experience in applied behavior analysis and a career that began as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Kassandra has empowered more than 100 families to move beyond survival mode toward lasting connection, calm, and confidence. Her autism coaching approach combines clinical expertise with empathy-driven strategies designed to help parents feel supported, reduce stress, and improve family well-being. Follow Her on IG @PromptPathSign up for Consulting https://www.promptpathconsulting.com/guiding-circle 

This week Paola (BCBA) along with Leslie and Brittanny (RBTs) unpack how prompts and prompt fading work in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to build true independence at home, school, or work. We break down what prompts really are, why they matter, and how using the right prompting strategies can guide behavior toward success. You’ll hear real-life examples of how to apply ABA prompting and fading in daily routines, like morning checklists, brushing teeth, taking vitamins, and even workplace habits. We also dive into the science of stimulus control and reinforcement, so you understand how to fade prompts the right way and avoid prompt dependence. If you want practical ABA strategies to help kids, students, or adults respond to natural cues (not constant reminders) this episode is for you. ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 for daily ABA insights and behind-the-scenes podcast updates.📖 Get your CEU certificate by clicking HERE! 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected] After listening to this episode, participants will be able to:Explain how stimulus prompts operate on antecedent stimuli to increase the likelihood of correct responding. Explain the concept of prompt dependency and describe how overuse or failure to fade prompts can interfere with the development of stimulus controlDescribe how the principle of stimulus control applies to prompt fading, including how to arrange antecedents and reinforce independent responding to promote generalization and maintenance.Develop an example plan for prompt fading in a common daily routine or social situation, demonstrating how to match the appropriate fading strategy to the learner’s skill level while maintaining efficient skill acquisition.

In this episode of Everyday ABA, host Paola Ortiz and co-hosts Leslie and Brittanny sit down with intuitive human design guide Lauren Oberly Pearlingi to explore how Human Design and behavior analysis can work together to help people understand themselves, break old patterns, and create meaningful change. They dive into what Human Design is, how it combines quantum physics, astrology, and ancient systems, and how it can be used alongside ABA concepts to improve emotional regulation, self-trust, and everyday decision-making. The conversation touches on recognizing frustration or bitterness as cues for behavior shifts, the role of intuition in personal growth, and practical ways to use your unique design to strengthen relationships, parenting, and coping skills.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected] 📖 Get your CEU certificate by clicking THIS   👤 Guest Expert:Lauren Oberly Pearlingi, an Intuitive Human Design biz guide, Trauma Healer, Theta Reiki Master, Mediation Coach, Author, Motivational Speaker, and Shamanic Practitioner. She helps women with multifaceted trauma liberate themselves from their past and go from victim to victor. She focuses on sharing human design (which explains the mysteries of life) in a way that’s simple, practical, and usable. She believes that every woman has a unique purpose and gift to share with the world, and they are here to help each other tap into that inner wisdom and courage to live a life of meaning and fulfillment.Get your FREE Human Design & 30 min session: https://linktr.ee/themermaidlight Listen to her podcast:  Enlightened Misfits PodcastFollow Her on:   FacebookTiktok             Instagram YouTube   

This week, EveryDay ABA explores how TAGteach and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles transform skill development in sports, education, and beyond. Your three favorite hosts break down how Teaching with Acoustical Guidance (TAGteach) uses positive reinforcement and auditory markers to shape behavior, enhance performance, and promote generalization. Listeners will hear real-life examples from basketball coaching and other high-performance settings, discovering how immediate, precise feedback reduces verbal prompts and fosters learner independence. The episode highlights practical strategies for coaches, behavior analysts, and educators to apply evidence-based techniques that improve teamwork, communication, and skill mastery. ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected] 📖 Get your CEU certificate HERE!   Buy the Tiny Explorings Shoes HERE   References:Dixon, M., Lorenz, K., Bolter, N., & Turner, M. (2023). Examining coaches’ instructional behavior in response to challenge and threat feedback. Journal of Sport Behavior, 46(1), 112–123.Doyle, P. (2019). The effects of TAGteach™ on the execution of resistance training movements. [Master's Thesis, Temple University]. Temple University Theses and Dissertations.Fogel, V., St. Peter, C. C., & Miltenberger, R. G. (2010). Evaluating the efficacy of TAGteach as a training strategy for teaching a golf swing. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 43(2), 271–281.Miller, M. E., & Doughty, K. A. (2014). The use of contingent acoustical feedback to decrease toe walking in a young child. Behavioral Interventions, 29(1), 75–88.Smith, R. E., Smoll, F. L., & Cumming, S. P. (2007). Coaching the coaches: Youth sports as a scientific and applied behavioral setting. Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 40(4), 852–856.

In this episode of EveryDay ABA, Dr. David Moore joins BCBA Paola and RBT Leslie to bridge the gap between neuroscience, breathwork, and behavioral science. You’ll learn how heart-brain coherence and heart rate variability (HRV) can be tracked to measure stress and resilience, and why your emotions drive your health outcomes. Discover how intentional breathwork, like elliptical breathing, goes beyond basic box breathing to retrain your autonomic nervous system for optimal wellness. Whether you’re working with PTSD, hypervigilance, sleep disruption, or burnout, this episode gives you actionable strategies to help clients (and yourself!) regulate stress and rewire for resilience.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EveryDayABA.3 👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  📖 Get your CEU certificate HERE   👤 Guest Expert:Dr. David Moore A chiropractor  turned nervous system coach and educator who has discovered that the secret to rewiring stress lies in your breath. After 25+ years in chiropractic, chronic pain pushed him to explore HeartMath and heart-brain coherence. Now, through his Brain Body Breathing method, Dr. Dave blends science and measurable data with simple breathwork to help high-achievers calm anxiety, build resilience, and rewire their nervous system for lasting change.Watch him on YouTube Follow Him on IG: @bestlifedr  OR LinkedInJoin his course:  Brain/Body Breathing Academy 

Summer is here—and with it comes a major shift in schedules, routines, and reinforcement patterns. In this episode of Everyday ABA, hosts Paola, Leslie, and Brittanny tackle common summer challenges. Whether you're a parent, BCBA, RBT, or both, you'll get practical strategies rooted in Applied Behavior Analysis to maintain skills, reduce stress, and prepare kids for vacations and transitions.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  📖 Get your CEU certificate by clicking HERECEU Learning Objectives Identify the role of stimulus control and extinction in behavior regression during schedule changes (e.g., summer break).Describe how antecedent interventions like priming and task analysis can mitigate travel-related behavior challenges.Apply self-management and rule-governed behavior strategies to reduce caregiver burnout during seasonal transitions.Evaluate research literature on behavior maintenance and regression across school breaks and apply findings to summer planning. 

In this episode of Everyday ABA, Paola, Brittanny, and Leslie take on the topic of procrastination, time management, and overwhelm at work using the lens of applied behavior analysis. From debunking the myth of multitasking to unpacking why we avoid important tasks like documentation, the team explores how ABA principles—like task analysis, stimulus control, response effort, and the Premack Principle—can help professionals build sustainable work habits. They share real-life tools that actually work, from sticky notes and paper planners to Outlook hacks and habit stacking, all with the goal of improving treatment quality and reducing stress. Whether you're a BCBA, RBT, or just someone trying to stay on top of your workload, this episode offers practical, evidence-based strategies you can start using right away. ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/everydayaba⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EverydayABA.3 for daily ABA insights and behind-the-scenes podcast updates.👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  📖 Get your CEU certificate HERE!After listening to the episode listeners will know how to: Describe how ABA principles can be applied to time management.Define the concept of multitasking and explain its impact on clinical effectiveness.Identify the behavioral function of procrastination in workplace settings.Analyze the ethical implications of poor time management in clinical settings. References: Ainslie, G. (1975). Specious reward: A behavioral theory of impulsiveness and impulse control. Psychological Bulletin, 82(4), 463–496.Cooper, J. O., Heron, T. E., & Heward, W. L. (2020). Applied behavior analysis (3rd ed.). Pearson Education.Mackenzie, A., & Nickerson, C. (2009). The time trap: The classic book on time management (4th ed.). AMACOM.Steel, P. (2007). The nature of procrastination: A meta-analytic and theoretical review of quintessential self-regulatory failure. Psychological Bulletin, 133(1), 65–94.

In this episode of EveryDay ABA, Paola (BCBA) and Brittanny (RBT) sit down with Dr. Kristyn Peterson, BCBA and OBM expert, to unpack psychological safety- what it really means, why it's often misunderstood, and how behavior analysts can use evidence-based strategies to promote it in the workplace. From Amy Edmondson’s foundational research to the 4 Stages of Psychological Safety by Timothy Clark, this episode bridges behavioral science with leadership, inclusion, and culture-building. If you’ve ever wondered how to give feedback, create safer work environments, or move from clinical to organizational work, this episode is for you.☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/EveryDayABA⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show, turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram: @EveryDayABA.3 👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  📖 Get your CEU certificate HERE!  👤 Guest Expert:Dr. Kristyn Peterson, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA, CWPKristyn is a Behavior Analyst, a former clinical director, and current OBMer and multi-entrepreneur. Throughout her career she is always looking for ways she can use the science of behavior to make a macro-level impact, which drove her interest in behavioral systems analysis, process improvement, and psychological safety. In addition to providing continuing education for BCBAs, she co-owns a technology consulting company Zendicoded, volunteers as a subject matter expert for NASQN, and supports PhD and master's students in their dissertations and theses. She's passionate about helping people create kinder, safer workplaces. Find her on Instagram: @aba_in_the_wild  OR  LinkedIn Join her courses: LSS White Belt (July) Psychological Safety 4-Week Intensive

In this episode of EveryDay ABA, your favorite behaviorists unpack one of the most common and exhausting parenting challenges: getting young kids to sleep, and keeping them asleep! Paola (BCBA), Leslie (RBT), and Brittanny (RBT) use a behavioral lens to break down Sleep Onset Association Disorder, cry-it-out/extinction methods, gentle sleep strategies, and bedtime behavior chains- all grounded in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and backed by science. Whether you’re dealing with midnight wake-ups, bedtime tantrums, or trying to decide between the Ferber method or no-cry approaches, this episode arms you with the behavioral tools you need to create consistent, independent sleep patterns for your child. ☕ Support your favorite ABA podcast hosts by showing them love at buymeacoffee.com/EveryDayABA⭐ Help EveryDay ABA reach more people by following the show + , turning on automatic downloads, and leaving a 5-star review! 📲 Follow us on Instagram:@EveryDayABA.3 for daily ABA insights and behind-the-scenes podcast updates.👟  Get a 10% Discount at Tiny Explorings Shoes using code PAOLA 🎁 Earn Rewards every time you shop by using Shopkick 🤑 Earn $50 cash back by using Rakuten   📊   Earn 125,000 bonus points by opening a new Sapphire Reserve® account or 75,000 bonus points for opening a new Sapphire Preferred® account using EveryDayABA's code at Chase 📢 To advertise on this podcast please e-mail: [email protected]  📖 Get your CEU certificate here: HEREBuy the books!Solve Your Child’s Sleep Problems by Richard Ferber   The No-Cry Sleep Solution Gentle Ways to Help Your Baby Sleep Through the Night by Elizabeth Pantley  The No-Cry Sleep Solution for Toddlers and Preschoolers by Elizabeth Pantley   The Happiest Baby on the Block by Harvey Karp  Twelve Hours' Sleep by Twelve Weeks Old by Suzy Giordano