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November 3, 2026

Ep. 193: Bringing Out Kids’ Best Behavior

HAPPY CAMPERS Secret #2 is Catch Them Doing Something Right. The chapter covers specific strategies adults can use to bring out better behavior in children. It also discusses what to do (and what not to do) to address behavioral challenges.

Ep. 193: Bringing Out Kids’ Best Behavior

Happy Campers Book, Parenting, Podcast

October 27, 2026

Ep. 192: Ready for Adulthood?

How do we prepare ourselves or help prepare our kids to get ready for independent adulthood? This episode is a good one for older teens/young adults or parents of kids in that age range. I talk about my Ready for

Ep. 192: Ready for Adulthood?

Happiness, Parenting, Podcast

October 20, 2026

Ep. 191: Do I Matter? The Power of Feeling Needed & Valued

Do I matter? It’s a small question with a lot behind it—for our kids and for us. Feeling noticed, valued, and needed can shape how we experience our families, friendships, workplaces, and communities. In this episode, Sara Kuljis & I

Ep. 191: Do I Matter? The Power of Feeling Needed & Valued

Friendship & Social Skills, Podcast

October 13, 2026

Ep. 190: Coach Kids to Better Friendships

Helping your child or adolescent build the skills to have strong friendships now will lead to the positive relationships they’ll need later to have a happy, thriving adult life. Download the free Social Skills Checklist by entering your name and

Ep. 190: Coach Kids to Better Friendships

Parenting, Podcast

October 8, 2026

Ep. 189: Does Your Family’s Schedule Reflect What Matters Most?

Do you want to feel less stressed and rushed? In Happy Campers: 10 Summer Camp Secrets for Raising Independent, Capable Kids Who Become Thriving Adults, I share about Sara Kuljises’ workshop & resource, Family Pace & Space, in the chapter

Ep. 189: Does Your Family’s Schedule Reflect What Matters Most?