Research tells us that young people need to figure out how to solve challenges in their personal lives, yet sometimes their caretakers jump in to solve their challenges instead. This episode of the Puberty Prof Podcast provides concrete techniques a caregiver can use to teach their young person for how to navigate life’s challenges. To explain these habits, Cynthia Clumeck Muchnick, author of The Parent Compass: Navigating Your Teen’s Wellness & Academic Journey in Today’s Competitive World, is the Puberty Prof’s guest. Remember you can also watch this episode on the Puberty Prof’s YouTube Channel. To get in touch with Cynthia, check …
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98. “I” statements with guest Jen Mead
In this episode Jen Mead returns to discuss the importance of “I” statements and how she teaches young people how to use them. Jen is the NYS Health Teacher of the Year and focuses her teaching on skill development in the classroom setting. As noted in this episode by the Puberty Prof, an “I feel” statement includes four parts: I feel _____ when _______ because ______. I need/want __________. An example of a complete “I feel” statement is: “I feel angry when we started our meeting ate because we were supposed to start at 4pm. I need us to plan …
97. Helping Young People Learn Positive Communication Skills with guest Jen Mead
As young people grow up they experience more opportunities to talk with others and form friendships. To help them best communicate their ideas and needs/wants, Jen Mead joins the discussion with the Puberty Prof to share the basics of what positive/assertive communication is about. Jen Mead is the NYS Health Teacher of the Year and focuses her teaching on skill development in the classroom setting. Concepts include choosing words carefully, ensuring positive tone is used, and demonstrating effective body language. Remember you can watch this episode on the Puberty Prof’s YouTube Channel here. Get more information about Health At School by …