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The Empowered Parent Podcast is a practical, insight-driven resource for parents and caregivers who want to raise resilient kids and lead with confidence in the midst of real-world challenges. Hosted by Chris Turner, Ryan, and Kayla North, the podcast blends neuroscience, psychology, faith, and lived experience to translate complex research into clear, usable strategies for everyday family life. Each episode offers both encouragement and actionable tools. Trusted by listeners across the globe, The Empowered Parent Podcast equips adults to show up with clarity, compassion, and courage, even when parenting feels overwhelming.
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Thursday Mar 16, 2017
Thursday Mar 16, 2017
Wednesday Mar 08, 2017
Wednesday Mar 08, 2017
Chris invites Ryan and Kayla for another "lightning round" of Give Me an Example, this time focusing on the Parenting Tools taught in the Empowered to Connect class. They discuss:
- Focus on Nonverbal Communication
- Encourage Feelings
- Get Your Child Moving
Feelings Flashcards - Todd Parr
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Intro/Outro Music: "Home" by Moses Uvere
Wednesday Mar 01, 2017
Wednesday Mar 01, 2017
Chris, Kayla, and Ryan answer some listener questions about struggles at nap time, whether their child's behavior is trauma-related or a developmental delay, and resources for play with our kids.
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Intro/Outro Music: "Home" by Moses Uvere
Wednesday Feb 22, 2017
Thursday Feb 16, 2017
Thursday Feb 16, 2017
Ryan and Kayla North are joined by Chris Fonte as they discuss one of the most commonly heard concerns about being a foster parent; "It would be too hard to let anyone go." They share from their experiences how they have dealt with and processed the realities of foster parenting.
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Into/Outro Music: Moses Uvere
Audio Engineering and Editing: Chris Fonte
Wednesday Feb 08, 2017
Wednesday Feb 08, 2017
We have all failed as parents and wondered if our mistakes have impacted our kids negatively, but we cannot allow our past failures to keep us from being the parents our kids need us to be. The team discusses how parenting can be a source of shame and regret and how they have found that a long range view of healing can bring a new perspective to our families.
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Into/Outro Music: Moses Uvere
Audio Engineering and Editing: Chris Fonte
Wednesday Feb 01, 2017
Wednesday Feb 01, 2017
Chris is joined by Ryan and Kayla North to discuss how so many of us parent from a place of fear. We all have regrets because we now know that we could have done better, but we can't let our regrets prevent us from doing better. We have to learn from our mistakes and do the best we can now that we know better.
"Do the best you can until you know better, and when you know better do better." - Maya Angelou
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Into/Outro Music: Moses Uvere
Audio Engineering and Editing: Chris Fonte
Wednesday Jan 25, 2017
Wednesday Jan 25, 2017
The team discusses how the frequency and intensity of your child's behavior must determine the frequency and intensity of your response. Our kids need consistent, safe adults who will stay by their side when they need us the most.
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Into/Outro Music: Moses Uvere
Audio Engineer: Chris Fonte
Editing: Chris Fonte
(c) 2017 Irving Bible Church
Monday Jan 16, 2017
Monday Jan 16, 2017
2016 was a difficult year for race relations in the United States. As we celebrate the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, we wanted to share an interview we hope leads to better understanding for parents raising children of a different race. Dr. King wasn't interested in a world where no one saw color. He desired a world where people saw color, but saw no difference in it.
At the Tapestry Conference this past October, Chris and Kayla sat down with Nisia Murray who has been a long-time source of encouragement, mentoring, and a voice of hope in helping white parents know the world their black children are growing up in.
Tuesday Jan 10, 2017
Tuesday Jan 10, 2017
During Tapestry Conference 2016, Cindy Lee and Kayla North joined Chris behind the mics to talk about Cindy's TBRI-based children books. Cindy shares the story of the books' creation, and the trio talk about the different ways the lessons within have impacted and helped their families. Cindy also shares a road map of upcoming books in the series.
Cindy is the Executive Director of HALO Project, which is an intensive intervention program for foster and adoptive children who have experienced relational trauma. All proceeds from her book sales go to HALO Project in Oklahoma City, and The Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development.
All of Cindy's books can be found on Amazon.