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When was the last time you felt a deep sense of joy? Perhaps you were hugging a loved one, watching your child play, or walking outside on a beautiful day. While joy can give birth to beauty, meaning, and happiness, joy can also remind us of the uncertainty and fragility of our lives. In this episode we explore how leaning into gratitude helps us embrace both joy and uncertainty. We'll find that when we choose gratitude, we are less likely to take things for granted and more likely to appreciate life's wonderful moments. And when a beautiful season comes to an end, we can cry because it's over and smile because it happened.
You can learn more gratitude research by reading this Harvard Health Article and listening to our past podcast episode about gratitude practices. Learn more about foreboding joy in Brené Brown's Atlas of The Heart and watch Susan Cain's TED Talk about the hidden power of sad songs and rainy days.You can find PAWsitive Choices books at https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/books. Follow PAWsitive Choices on Instagram and Facebook and join our mailing list to stay up to date on our new books, freebies, and upcoming events.
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Asking for what we need is essential to cultivating healthy relationships. The problem is, we don't always know how to identify our needs and ask for them in ways that are effective. In this episode, we'll explore how you can be clear about your expectations and desires while also being kind and responsive to those around you.
You can learn more about asking for what you need in Dr. John Gottman and Dr. Julie Schwartz Gottman's book, The Love Prescription and watch Brené Brown's The Call to Courage on Netflix.
You can find PAWsitive Choices books at https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/books. Follow PAWsitive Choices on Instagram and Facebook and join our mailing list to stay up to date on our new books, freebies, and upcoming events.Store: https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/store
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Have you ever found yourself imagining the worst case scenario? Have you jumped to conclusions about what someone thinks of your choices before asking them? These common thoughts, known as cognitive distortions, can contribute to the stories we make up about what's happening in our lives. In this episode we'll explore how you can identify unhelpful thoughts and shift to healthier patterns of thinking. We'll also examine the research on Theory of Mind and find ways to support children through this important developmental process.
You can learn more about unhelpful thinking patterns in this Harvard Health article and find more information on the function of emotions in Susan David's Emotional Agility website.
You can find PAWsitive Choices books at https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/books. Follow PAWsitive Choices on Instagram and Facebook and join our mailing list to stay up to date on our new books, freebies, and upcoming events.Store: https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/store
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In Bob Goff's book, Everybody Always, he says, "We're all rough drafts of the people we're still becoming." This simple, yet profound idea is foundational to way we view ourselves and others. In this episode we review the work of Tina Payne Bryson, Ross Greene, Becky Kennedy, Bob Goff, and Brené Brown to answer the question, "Are people doing the best they can?" We explore the value of having the most generous assumption of others while maintaining healthy boundaries.
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Compassion is vitally important to our relationships, but what should we do when caring for others takes a toll on our wellbeing? In this episode, we'll explore the difference between cognitive and affective empathy and ways you can care for others while maintaining healthy boundaries.
You can learn more about empathy in Brené Brown's Atlas of the Heart book and find more information on the function of emotions in Susan David's Emotional Agility website.
You can find PAWsitive Choices books at https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/books. Follow PAWsitive Choices on Instagram and Facebook and join our mailing list to stay up to date on our new books, freebies, and upcoming events.Store: https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/store
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In this episode, we'll explore ways you can become a more compassionate coach for yourself and others when mistakes are made. We'll learn what the science says about self-compassion and discuss practical steps you can take to treat yourself and others with kindness as you navigate setbacks.
Click here to take the Self-Compassion Test and check out Kristin Neff's Self-Compassion TED Talk here.
Our newest book, Bear Takes a Brain Break, is now available on Amazon! You can find our other new Amazon books at https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/books. Follow PAWsitive Choices on Instagram and Facebook and join our mailing list to stay up to date on our new books and upcoming events.Store: https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/store
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The content of this episode is available in video form via The PAWsitive Choices YouTube Channel. Check out our channel to watch the video recording of the podcast and subscribe so you never miss a video!
In this episode, we'll explore ways to build the courage to learn new things. Whether you're starting a new school year, a new job, or a new relationship, change can feel daunting. We'll learn what the science says about ways people learn and discuss practical steps you can take to help your brain cope with stressful transitions so you can thrive in the face of change.
Our newest book, Bear Takes a Brain Break, is now available on Amazon! You can find our other new Amazon books at https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/books. Follow PAWsitive Choices on Instagram and Facebook and join our mailing list to stay up to date on our new books and upcoming events.
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The content of this episode is available in video form via The PAWsitive Choices YouTube Channel. Check out our channel to watch the video recording of the podcast and subscribe so you never miss a video! In this episode we explore ADHD, trauma, and ways to love your brain with Dr. Hokehe Eko. Dr. Eko is a board certified pediatrician, the host of Brain Power TV, and the founder of Kits of Hope. You can email her at [email protected].
We are taking a break from podcasting this winter and will return with new episodes in the spring!Our newest book, Bear Takes a Brain Break, is now available on Amazon! You can find our other new books at https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/books. Follow PAWsitive Choices on Instagram and Facebook and join our mailing list to stay up to date on our new books and upcoming events.
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The content of this episode is available in video form via The PAWsitive Choices YouTube Channel. Check out our channel to watch the video recording of the podcast and subscribe so you never miss a video!
“What will people think?” When it comes to tasks like taking a test, playing a sporting game, and giving a speech, these four words often get in the way of learning. This common question can also be the driving force behind a perfectionist mindset. In today's episode, we’ll talk about how to approach performance tasks with curiosity, rather than perfectionism, for optimal growth and well-being.
Our newest book, Bear Takes a Brain Break, is now available on Amazon! You can find our other new Amazon books at https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/books. Follow PAWsitive Choices on Instagram and Facebook or join our mailing list to stay up to date on our new books and upcoming events.
Click here to learn more about Brené Brown's new book, Atlas of The Heart.Store: https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/store
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Do you experience anxiety with public speaking? Do you want to help a child who's worried about taking a test or performing well in a sporting event? In this episode we cover ways you can reinterpret both physiological and psychological stress so you can perform under pressure and cultivate calm. Since stress is often a catalyst to negative thinking and worrying, we will cover ways you can redirect your energy to bring mindfulness and perspective to any stressful event.
To learn more about the science of stress, check out this article by the American Psychological Association. Click here to learn more about Brené Brown's new book, Atlas of The Heart. Our episode about boundaries with your time can be found here.Our newest book, Bear Takes a Brain Break, is now available on Amazon! You can find our other new Amazon books here. Follow PAWsitive Choices on Instagram and Facebook or join our mailing list to stay up to date on our new books and upcoming events.
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In this episode we explore the role that pain plays in the healing process. We learn what the science says about ways people interpret pain and discuss practical things you can do to help your brain cope with discomfort.
Check out this calming breaths video for kids in English and Spanish! You can learn more about the glitter brain and other calming strategies in this video.Our newest book, Bear Takes a Brain Break, is now available on Amazon! You can find our other new Amazon books here. Follow PAWsitive Choices on Instagram and Facebook or join our mailing list to stay up to date on our new books and upcoming events.
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In this episode we explore the importance of embracing all feelings and withholding judgments. We learn what the science says about how you feel about your feelings, also know as "meta-emotions." Finally, we go over practical tips to develop a healthy relationship with your feelings so children can do the same and develop emotional intelligence. To learn more about the science of meta-emotions, check out this article by The Gottman Institute.
We are excited to be back for Season 2! We will release new episodes every Tuesday. Be sure to follow our show so you never miss an episode.Our newest book, Bear Takes a Brain Break, is now available on Amazon! You can find our other new Amazon books here. Follow PAWsitive Choices on Instagram and Facebook or join our mailing list to stay up to date on our new books and upcoming events.
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In this episode we explore the many health benefits of practicing gratitude. We learn what the science says about being thankful and give three tips to help you integrate gratitude practices into your daily life. To learn more about the science of gratitude, check out this article by Harvard Health Publishing and read about what experts at USC have discovered about gratitude's impact on the brain here.
We will be taking an eight-week break over the summer and will return to our weekly episode routine in August.Our newest book, Bear's ABC Book, is now available on Amazon! You can find our other Amazon book, Pug Solves a Problem, here. Follow PAWsitive Choices on Instagram and Facebook or join our mailing list to stay up to date on our new books and upcoming events.
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In this episode we explore why many of us feel as though we have too much to do and not enough time to do it. We also discuss strategies to help you prioritize your time and establish boundaries at your work.
To learn more about ways to reclaim your time, check out this TED Talk by Harvard Business School professor, Dr. Ashley Whillans.
Our newest book, Bear's ABC Book, is now available on Amazon! You can find our other Amazon book, Pug Solves a Problem, here. Follow PAWsitive Choices on Instagram and Facebook or join our mailing list to stay up to date on our new books and upcoming events.
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In this episode we explore how to integrate positive social connection into our daily lives. We explore the benefits of connection and risks of disconnection and give you tips to make connecting with your family a priority. Click here or visit https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/letstalk for a free connection activity for the whole family!
You can watch our Let's Talk video and Connection Routines video on our YouTube channel. Links to all of our resources can be found at https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/links.
To learn more about the benefits of connection and effects of loneliness, you can read this article by the Scientific American.
Our newest book, Bear's ABC Book, is now available on Amazon! You can find our other Amazon book, Pug Solves a Problem, here. Follow PAWsitive Choices on Instagram and Facebook or join our mailing list to stay up to date on our new books and upcoming events.
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In this episode we explore how to expand our understanding of emotional self-regulation to strengthen relationships and promote healthy coping skills across the lifespan.
You can watch our healthy choices Youtube video and check out our other freebies. Links to all of our resources can be found at https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/links.
To learn more about interpersonal neurobiology and the work of Dr. Daniel Siegel you can visit https://drdansiegel.com.
Our newest book, Bear's ABC Book, is now available on Amazon! You can find our other Amazon book, Pug Solves a Problem, here. Follow PAWsitive Choices on Instagram and Facebook or join our mailing list to stay up to date on our new books and upcoming events.Store: https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/store
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In this episode we explore how we can honor one another's need for space while maintaining a sense of connection. To learn more about the power of turning towards instead of away from others, check out Dr. John Gottman's research.
Our newest book, Bear's ABC Book, is now available on Amazon! You can find our other Amazon book, Pug Solves a Problem, here. Follow PAWsitive Choices on Instagram and Facebook or join our mailing list to stay up to date on our new books and upcoming events.Store: https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/store
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In this episode we explore how phones and facial masks are related to the need for connection and ways you can connect with children in the pandemic and beyond.
Our newest book, Pug Solves a Problem, is now available on Amazon! You can find it here. Follow PAWsitive Choices on Instagram and Facebook or join our mailing list to stay up to date on our new books and other upcoming events.
You can watch the video about The Still Face Experiment here.
The episode from Baby in the House regarding technology can be found here.Store: https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/store
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We continue our conversation about using social stories to teach children valuable life lessons and build social skills. In this episode, we discuss the role of egocentrism in childhood and explore ways to help children build empathy in light child development research.
Our newest book, Pug Solves a Problem, is now available on Amazon! You can find it here. Follow PAWsitive Choices on Instagram and Facebook to stay up to date on our new books and other upcoming events.
You can watch the video about Piaget's Stages of Development here.Store: https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/store
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In this episode we explore how you can use social stories to teach children lessons and build social skills. We discuss how social stories can create curiosity, engagement, and an intrinsic motivation for learning.
Our newest book, Pug Solves a Problem, will be available for purchase on Amazon on 4/28/21! Follow PAWsitive Choices on Instagram and Facebook to stay up to date on the new book and other upcoming events.Store: https://www.pawsitivechoices.com/store
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