Raising Daughters

Show Notes: In this podcast, learn the benefits and the tools for forgiving others. Research on the harmful effects of not forgiving others Research on the negative effects of not forgiving others: increased stress, anxiety, … Teaching Kids To Forgive and Move On Read More »

Show Notes: Dr. Jordan discusses the book, Cassandra Speaks: when women are the storytellers, the human story changes, with author Elizabeth lesser Using her book, Cassandra Speaks, author Elizabeth Lesser describes how our human stories … How Our World Would Be Different if Women Were the Storytellers Read More »

Show Notes: Research shows that time in nature is associated with improved mental health, decreased stress, enhanced creativity and prosocial behaviors, and increased connection to each other. Positive mental health benefits from time in nature … Get Outside & Play! Why It’s So Critical For Kids Read More »

Show Notes: It’s healthy for girls to realize the many ways their parents do love them vs. lamenting the ways they don’t. How ghosts in the nursery AFFECTS parent’s behavior Dr. Jordan describes the concept … The Many Ways That Parents Show Love Read More »

Show Notes: The following 3 issues are current plagues that are damaging girls: good girl conditioning, the lack of down time and unstructured play, and early specialization in sports and activities. What is good girl … Present Day Plagues Damaging Girls Pt. 1 Read More »

Show Notes: Raising a spirited, powerful child is challenging; these stories offer ways to support them without crushing their spirit. Spirited kids have a sense of their DESTINIES James Hillman’s book, The Soul’s Code, describes … How To Raise a Spirited Child Read More »

Many girls have a belief that they are not good enough, and it’s literally killing them. Here’s what parents can do about it. Show Notes:  In this podcast Dr. Jordan describes many causes of why … Your Daughter’s Belief That She Is Not Good Enough Is Literally Killing Her Read More »

Listen to 15 hilarious jokes and stories about kids & parents that will lighten your mood & decrease your stress. Show Notes: Dr. Jordan describes some of the physiologic, mental health, and social benefits of … Laughter Really Is the Best Medicine Read More »

Show Notes:  Children, parents, couples, and the world would be far better off if we’d all learn to listen to each other; here’s how to accomplish this. Research into the value of feminine qualities of … What the World Needs Now Is Listening, Sweet Listening Read More »

Show Notes: Dr. Jordan shares 10 strategies to help high school grads launch successfully into their future What have you learned about you so far? Academically, socially, relationships, interests, aptitude, passions Overcoming adversity: reframe any … High School Grads: Don’t miss 10 strategies to ensure a successful life Read More »

Dr. Jordan’s fascinating  interview with 3 high school girls about what it’s like to be an old soul: Show Notes: Questions the girls answered:  Describing “old souls” What does it mean to be an “old … The most amazing girls I know: An interview with 3 “old souls” Read More »

Show Notes:  How you parent matters, and the style of parenting you employ will have long-term effects on who your kids become. 2 Parenting styles Dr. Jordan describes two main parenting styles: authoritarian and authoritative.  … How You Parent Matters: Don’t Screw Up Your Kids Read More »

How to overcome overwhelming stress and live a fulfilling life Show Notes: Edgar Allan Poe’s Descent Into the Maelstrom Metaphor Dr. Jordan uses Edgar Allan Poe’s story, Descent into the Maelstrom, as a metaphor for … Overcome Overwhelming Stress and Live a Fulfilling Life Read More »

Show notes:  Girls who are mature, old souls Dr. Jordan describes mature girls who are empathetic and become their friend’s therapist Benefits girls receive from being a confidant The value girls derive from being a … Girls Who Are Their Friend’s Therapist Get Overwhelmed; Here’s How To Support Them Read More »

Be prepared to be surprised as 3 young women candidly describe their thoughts & feelings as they begin their 1st year of college Show Notes: 3 young women who are about to begin college open … A peek into your your daughter’s emotions as she starts college Read More »

Mental health issues experienced by Olympic athletes offer a glimpse into the stress & pressures our children face from youth sports. Show Notes: Weight in Gold HBO sports documentary Mental health issues for Olympic athletes … Is your daughter’s sport’s experience causing mental health issues? You may be surprised Read More »

The stories of fictional characters like Moana, Harry Potter, and the Wizard of Oz’s Dorothy can help your daughter reframe her adolescent challenges as a normal part of her heroine’s journey and to relax and … Moana and Dorothy: Reframing adolescence as the heroine’s journey Read More »

Finding your calling: be open to dots, follow your urges, and your life will unfold in its own way and in its own time SHOW NOTES: Pressure to follow one prescribed path Kids are being … My Dot Theory describes the secret to finding your purpose & calling Read More »

The most important podcast you will hear this year discusses why the most destructive drugs experienced by teenagers are not vaping, pot or heroin; it is the drugs of approval, prestige, applause, popularity, and fitting … The most damaging drugs experienced by teenagers: You may be surprised Read More »

Fascinating interview with expert Matt Larson about the brain and hormonal causes of anxiety, stress, and happiness.