Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam

Embracing fatherhood with Rish Mitra

In this episode, Dr. Cam talks to Rish Mitra, founder of the Dads And Deadlifts Foundation.
Rish and Dr. Cam talk about:
How to connect with teens as a father
How to overcome society's stereotypes and expectations to allow our children to be their true selves.
How to overcome our own mindset and fixed beliefs about what it means to be a man.
Rish's life’s mission is to serve boys, men, and fathers. This is why I launched the podcast known as “Dads And Deadlifts”.
Through his non-profit foundation and podcast, he wants to create a safe platform for MEN and WOMEN to express themselves without being judged or shamed. Allowing for a healthy community to embrace authentic self and self-discovery.
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Overcoming life's obstacles with Virginia Prodan

In this episode of Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam, Dr. Cam is joined by Virginia Prodan, an International Human Rights Attorney, author, and Victory Consultant.
As a young attorney in Romania - under Nicolae Ceausescu’s brutal communist regime - Virginia had defended human and religious rights cases. For this act of treason, she was kidnapped, beaten, tortured, placed under house arrest, and came within seconds of being executed under the orders of Ceausescu himself - who sent an assassin to kill her. 
Virginia had literally faced her assassin and has lived to tell about it in her memoir Saving My Assassin. 
She is passionate about mentoring others to stand up to their giants and live a life of significance. 
Exiled from Romania since 1988, Virginia rebuilt her life in America and reared 3 successful children.
Virginia has been featured prominently in many national and international televisions and radios. 
She is also passionate about mentoring professionals including parents to be better leaders.
Listen in this morning to hear her tell her harrowing story and share wisdom from her experience to help us as parents overcome obstacles both in life and with our teens.
 
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How to help your teen make healthy choices with Hallie Steinberg

In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Hallie Steinberg, a certified health coach and special ed teacher with a degree in biology.
Dr. Cam and Hallie talk about the 4 pillars of health (LEAN) and how to help teens live a healthy life through independence and collaboration.
Hallie Steinberg, a Certified Health Coach with Hallie's Healthy Living, inspires healthy living through simple changes. She provides individual and group sessions, Wellness Workshops and Health Presentations focusing on the four pillars of health: Lifestyle, Exercise, Attitude and Nutrition. She works with Parents and Children, Pregnant/Nursing Mothers and Prime Timers (adults preparing, entering or enjoying their mature years). Hallie has a degree in Biology from the University of Pennsylvania, a Masters in Education at NYU and a Masters in Special Education at Hunter University. She taught for eight years in various fields of Special Education, predominantly with Elementary students with language-based Learning Disabilities. As a Health Coach, she has participated in International Health Summits, Podcasts, Health Panels and Wellness Workshops to inspire healthy living. Hallie provides education and coaching in a fun and interactive way, focusing on the unique health journey and experiences of each person.  
 
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What is non-binary and heteronormativity? A Gen Z perspective

In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by her awesome niece and quintessential gen Zer, Madi. 
They cover how this generation is navigating "adulting" and growing up with social media. 
Madi also shares her coming out story, explains what non-binary is, discusses the impact of being queer in a heteronormative society, and gives parents some tips for helping teens who are questioning their sexuality. 
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Setting teens up for success with Christa Downey

What do you do when you have a clear vision of what your teen needs to succeed (the school, the degree, the job...), but your teen isn't buying into it?
In this episode, Dr. Cam is joined by Christa Downey, Cornell Engineering Career Center Director and private executive coach. After 20 years working with Cornell students, Christa has a considerable amount of insight into what young adults need to be successful at school and in the job market.  It may not be what you think...
Listen to her interview to find out what she's learned and get tips to help you set your teen up for the future.  
 
Connect with Christa Downey
LinkedIn | Life Skills: Career Conversations to Have at Home
 
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Priorities vs commitments: How to keep them aligned

I have been doing a long of internal reflection lately (mostly in the middle of the night) and made a harsh realization I want to share with you---in case you're having the same concerns. If you're feeling scattered, overwhelmed, stressed, and guilty I encourage you to take a listen. It's only 8-minutes, so you can do it while you get ready in the morning.
 
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When things don't go the way you planned (The car alarm)

If you're like me, you get frustrated when your picture-perfect plans get derailed--and it happens a lot when we have teens. Here's a quick tip on how to handle it. 

Jumping to conclusions (the water bottles)

Sometimes we can be pretty quick to judge and make accusations. Next time you get annoyed or frustrated about something your teen has done or said ask yourself, "Am I giving them the benefit of the doubt or am I doubting them?" 
 
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Difficult conversations

As much as we'd like to protect our teens from the hurt and pain in the world, it can't be avoided. When tough topics come up, here are some tips for handling them with grace.
 
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Don’t like your teen’s behavior? Try this.

Why do our attempts to stop our teens' disrespectful behavior or manage their anxiety often backfire? Here's a common mistake I see parents make and what to do instead. 
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