Parent support Circle Podcast

Parent support Circle Podcast

por Curtis Leong
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Your kid is online right now. Do you know who they're talking to? 😬 In this episode, Curtis and RJ tackle every parent's digital nightmare: cyberbullying and online predators. But don't worry—this isn't a fear-mongering lecture. It's a real, honest
Your kid is online right now. Do you know who they're talking to? 😬 In this episode, Curtis and RJ tackle every parent's digital nightmare: cyberbullying and online predators. But don't worry—this isn't a fear-mongering lecture. It's a real, honest conversation between two parents figuring this out just like you. You'll learn: ✅ How to start "the talk" without your kid tuning you out ✅ The exact questions to ask that actually get honest answers ✅ Warning signs of grooming that every parent needs to know ✅ What to do if your kid is being cyberbullied RIGHT NOW ✅ Why taking away their phone might be the worst thing you can do This episode is for you if: Your kid just got their first phone and you're feeling overwhelmed You know they're on TikTok, Roblox, or Discord but have no idea what they're doing there You want to protect them without helicoptering You're tired of eye rolls and want conversations that actually work Curtis and RJ break down real scenarios, share personal stories (including their own parenting fails), and give you action steps you can use TONIGHT at dinner. The best part? No judgment. No perfect parenting. Just practical advice from two dads in the trenches with you. 🎧 Grab your headphones for this one—you'll want to take notes. 💬 Got questions? Join the Parent Support Circle community where hundreds of parents are navigating digital parenting together. ⏱️ Runtime: 17 minutes of real talk that could protect your kid for a lifetime. Hashtags for Spotify/Social: #ParentingPodcast #DigitalParenting #CyberSafety #OnlineSafety #ParentingTips #CyberBullying #TechParenting #ModernParenting #ParentSupport #ParentingTeens
Helping Kids Tell What’s Real Online
In this episode of the Parent Support Circle podcast, Curtis helps parents understand fake news, online scams, and deepfakes—and how these digital threats affect kids and teens. This episode focuses on digital literacy for kids, online safety for families, and teaching critical thinking skills in the age of social media and AI. Parents will learn how to talk to their children about misinformation, internet scams, and trusting online content without fear-based parenting or constant screen policing. A practical, calm conversation designed to help parents raise confident, informed kids in today’s digital world.
Helping Kids Stand Up for Themselves
Parent Support Circle Podcast – Episode on Helping Kids Stand Up for Themselves Parenthood isn’t just about keeping our kids safe—it’s about empowering them to stand up for themselves. On this episode of the Parent Support Circle, Curtis shares research-backed strategies to help your child develop self-advocacy, empathy, and confidence—all while staying rooted in kindness. We cover practical ways to: Build emotional awareness at home with simple check-ins and “I feel” statements Teach assertive, respectful communication without aggression Equip your kids with powerful, ready-to-use phrases for tricky social situations Whether your child is navigating school, friendships, or online spaces, this episode gives you actionable tools to help them speak up, set boundaries, and feel heard—without yelling or over-policing. Tune in and discover how to raise confident, emotionally intelligent kids who know their voice matters.
First Jobs, Big Lessons - Helping Kids Ages 11-17 Earn Safely
In this episode, we’re talking about something every parent thinks about sooner or later: how kids and teens can earn money safely. If you’ve ever wondered what jobs are age-appropriate, how to balance independence with safety, or how earning money can build confidence—not pressure—this conversation is for you. We break down realistic starter jobs for kids ages 11–17, from neighborhood work like babysitting and pet care to at-home and creative options. You’ll also hear practical safety guidelines, red flags to avoid (especially online), and simple ways parents can support their kids without hovering. More than just jobs, this episode is about teaching responsibility, self-worth, and smart money habits early—in a way that feels empowering for kids and reassuring for parents. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or educator, you’ll walk away with clear ideas, peace of mind, and encouragement that you’re doing better than you think. 👉 Stay until the end for an invitation to join our Parent Support Circle, where we continue these conversations and support one another on the parenting journey. ✨ Practical. Supportive. Real-life parenting—one episode at a time.
How Do I Build Confidence? A Practical Guide for Busy Parents
How do I build confidence? Here's the truth: you probably don't need another motivational quote telling you to "believe in yourself." Confidence is built through action. You take one small step. You learn. You make a mistake. You try again. Eventually, you have evidence that you can handle more than you thought. And as parents, this matters even more. We don't just need confidence ourselves—we're also helping our kids learn how to trust themselves, make decisions, handle frustration, and recover when things don't go their way. At Parent Support Circle, we're all about practical tools for real parents dealing with real life. Don't wait until you feel confident. Take the next step and let confidence catch up. #ParentSupportCircle #ParentingTips #BuildConfidence #ParentConfidence #ConfidentKids #PositiveParenting #BusyParents #HardworkingParents #ParentingSupport #SelfConfidence #SelfEfficacy #ParentLife Get your Free Reset workbook here: https://parentsupportcircle.com/resetworkbookforyou
Why Won't My Child Listen to Me?
Your kid probably heard you. That’s the uncomfortable part. This week on Parent Support Circle, Curtis and RJ dig into why "not listening" is almost always a heard-but-not-acted-on problem, why repeating a request accidentally teaches kids to wait for the fifth ask, and the specific structural fixes — proximity, a first ask that actually counts, reducing total request volume — that work faster than more patience or more repetition ever will. RJ shares how his son’s decade of "selective hearing" resolved itself once RJ changed exactly one habit. Get your FREE Parent reset workook here #WhyWontMyChildListen #ParentingTips #ChildBehavior #ParentSupportCircle #PositiveParenting #ParentingPodcast #KidsNotListening #EffectiveParenting #ParentingAdvice
How Do We Eat Dinner Together More Often
"We’re too busy" is real — and also not the actual obstacle. This week on Parent Support Circle, Curtis and RJ dig into how to get your family back to the table more nights than not: lowering the bar on what counts as family dinner, the schedule tricks that actually buy back real time, quick meal ideas for chaotic nights, and why the conversation at the table matters more than the meal itself. RJ shares the one-sentence comment from his daughter that saved family dinner during their busiest sports years. #FamilyDinner #ParentingTips #FamilyTime #ParentSupportCircle #BusyFamilyLife #FamilyConnection #DinnerIdeas #ParentingPodcast #FamilyTraditions
How Do I Help a Child With Anxiety?
Is it normal worry, or something more? This week on Parent Support Circle, Curtis and RJ dig into how to tell ordinary childhood worry from anxiety that needs real support, why constant reassurance can quietly backfire, and the gentle, practical tools that help a child move through anxious moments instead of around them. RJ opens up about the hard lesson he learned with his own daughter: his job wasn’t to fix her anxiety, it was to stay steady while she worked through it. Grab our free guide, "25 Questions to Ask Your Kid Instead of ‘How Was School?’": https://www.parentsupportcircle.com/25questions-page #ChildhoodAnxiety #ParentingTips #AnxiousKids #ParentSupportCircle #MentalHealthForKids #ParentingPodcast #KidsAndAnxiety #ChildDevelopment
How Do I Model Healthy Technology Habits
Your kids don’t learn healthy technology habits from a lecture — they learn it from watching you. This week on Parent Support Circle, Curtis and RJ dig into modeling healthy technology habits at home: the phone-basket ritual, the overnight charging spot, and the pause-before-you-tap habit that make invisible self-control visible to kids. RJ also shares the double standard he ran for years with his own kids, and the blunt comment from his teenage daughter that changed everything. #ParentingTips #ScreenTimeForKids #DigitalWellness #HealthyTechHabits #ParentSupportCircle
How Do I Reduce Screen Addiction?
Screen addiction isn’t a willpower problem — it’s engineering. This week, Curtis and RJ dig into what’s actually happening in a kid’s brain that makes screens so hard to put down, why confiscating the device usually backfires, and the collaborative, gradual strategies that actually stick. RJ opens up about how he and his daughter Amanda worked through her phone use during the hardest stretch of her teenage years. Stay Connected: Facebook Group: Join the community: https://www.facebook.com/share/1B96RC3UeU/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/parentsupportcircle Instagram: Follow for updates and inspiration https://www.instagram.com/hardworkingdadclub/l YouTube Channel: Subscribe for more episodes https://youtube.com/@curtisleong https://www.youtube.com/@ParentSupportCircle Let’s build a future we can be proud of—without sacrificing the moments that matter most. 🎙️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 https://www.hardworkingdadclub.com https://www.parentsupportcircle.com Like, comment, and share this podcast with fellow hardworking parents!
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