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- 11 Building Strong RelationshipsYou've been upgraded to Parenting 2.0 because new times require a new mindset; The Focused Mindset. In this episode, find out how I learned that all my preparation meant nothing with out building a connection. You will get the power-up you need to bring your best self to your home, and to those you love. Learn more at www.thefocusedmindset.com. To leave me a personalized message simply click on About>Contact me. Get your free download The Good Vibes Evaluation that will help you build connections with he right attitude with you family. With the download, you will join The Focused Mindset community and never feel alone in your parenting journey.
- 22. Do Less and Get More and Lower Your StressWith all that your are doing in your home the stress and anxiety can be overwhelming. But if all family members take ownership of their own work and activities things will be different. Here you will learn practical steps to lessen your load while teaching kids to gain responsibility and take ownership. Learn more by visiting www.thefocusedmindset.com Click on the about>contact me to leave me a personal voicemail or email message. Stay connected by joining the community today at: https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/ffe3a2b5e1 New times require a new mindset; The Focused Mindset.
- 33 You Say You Can't, But You CanIf you tell yourself you can't do something, watch out! Your mind may start to actually believe it! You and your kids can move from being stuck to being unstuck. Even when your family is "stuck" at home, you don't have to be stuck in your life. New expectations requires a new mindset; The Focused Mindset. Learn more now at www.thefocusedmindet.com To contact me click: About>Contact Me. Download your copy of the Good Vibes Self-Evaluation written for you by Cher Kretz to help you be the best parent you can be each day.https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/ffe3a2b5e1
- 44. What is The Focused Mindset?The Focused Mindset is a way of approaching life based on how our mind works. On this episode find out why your child hears YOUR voice above any other's. The way the mind hears the parents voice even when they are not with them makes all the difference when it comes to parenting. you see, It's true! The things we choose to focus on becomes our reality. You can develop the Focused Mindset to help you bring your best self to your home and to those you love. Get a free download to help you evaluate yourself in order to be your best self for your family by clicking here: https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/ffe3a2b5e1 And find out more by visiting www.thefocusedmindset.com
- 55 Listen! Kids Are Saying More Than It Seems (Solution-focused Parenting)Everybody says things they don't mean when they are upset. "Im never talking to you again." "I hate you." "I should beat them up." When your child say these kinds of things how do you react? In this episode we find out how to approach the all or nothing type of communication and learn how to find out what is really the problem so you can help your child take a breath, relax and find solutions to problems all on their own. Being proactive is a choice and having A Soluton Focused Mindset will make all the difference. Learn more at www.thefocusedmindset.com and leave Cher Kretz a personal message by clicking About>Contact Me Never feel alone in parenting by joining The Focused Mindset community here: https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/ffe3a2b5e1
- 6#6 Bring Sunny Vibes Into The Next Season Of Your LifeLet's explore how you can create good vibes around you where ever you go and in whatever space you're in no matter what is happening in the world around you. By unpacking what it really means to have good vibes you will discover an entirely new way to influence your world. Begin your day by deciding what mindset you will adopt. Then notice your vibe throughout the day to see powerful results. Learn how using a self evaluation tool can help the seasons of your life to be filled with sunny, warm vibes that will last. Download your FREE 7 DayGood Vibes Self Evaluation by clicking the link: Cher Kretz brings 20+ years of experience right to you with solution-focused products and coaching services. Follow links to learn more! Bit.ly/cherkretzinfo Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset Is Solution Focused Coaching with Cher right for you? Book a free discovery call today at Cher Kretz Discovery Call Access Website: www.thefocusedmindset.com Leave me a question here CONTACT CHER and your topic may be the next one on Parenting With The Focused Mindset. www.thefocusedmindset.com/contact GPS Life Solution Focused Journals on Amazon The Big Life Journal Prodcts help kids grow in strength. Click affilate link here to see them all. Thank you for listening. Feel free to share this episode. Until next time, Keep in touch, and take care.
- 77 April Roga on Lovingly Parenting Your Autistic ChildFree SEL Lessons Click Here: https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/3c135261b2 Parenting can be lonely and sometimes you miss having actual adult conversations. Most of the time internet groups lack the authenticity to develop real friendships. But it doesn't have to be that way. My guest April Roga has a passion for both helping parents who need connection and real support. She is a live streamer and a parent to her special needs son and she connects people together online to have real talk and build lasting friendships. That is what the Netfriending Movement is about and in this episode you will learn about the power in parents opening their heart to a new way of looking at parenting. Find out more at Netfriending.com Come find out more about Cher Kretz at www.thefocusedmindset.com and to leave me a personal message click About>Contact Me Join my discussion on this topic and get my calendar of events by clicking right here Cher's IG: Cher The Focused Mindset Cher's Facebook: Cher The Focused Mindset
- 88 Dr. Joelle Hood on Mindfulness, Empathy and ConnectionStrengthen you heart and mind by listening to Dr. Joelle Hood talk about mindfulness and the steps you can take to have peace every day, in spite of what is going on around you. Want to learn more? Go to www.joellehood.com and visit her resource page: https://thrivingyouniversity.com/resourses/ Jump over to to Joelle's Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/ThrivinbYOUniversityTheTHRIVETribe/ to be a part of her inspirational Facebook group. How has this impacted you? Leave a voice message or a email for Cher Kretz at www.thefocusedmindset.com/contact To contact me on through the website click on about>contact me and you can leave a voice message or an email message. And don't forget to get your free Good Vibes Self Evaluation download by Cher Kretz so that you can create positive energy around you every day. https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/f15dd6607f
- 99 Dr. Linda Metcalf on Solution Focused Mindset ParentingYour kids will WANT to do their best and believe in themselves using the Solution Focused approach in parenting. With a few tiny changes to your approach and communication, you can get much better results. You will build a trusting relationship with your kids and watch as they decide to do their best on their own. They will know your care, trust you, and have a close relationship built on mutual respect. The Solution Focused approach is like magic but it needs to be practices on purpose. Dr. Linda Metcalf can be found at www.metcalfconsulting.org and listen to and subscribe to her podcast: Solution Focused Schools Unlimited Linda's upcoming conference can be found at www.schoolconferance.wordpress.com Oct 2,3,4 2020. Cher Kretz will be a speaker at this conference on Oct 3 so look it up and join in. Now it's time to have YOUR voice heard. Cher Kretz is listening to your stories and questions about how to approach parenting with a solution focused mindset. Contact Cher Kretz now and find her at www.thefocusedmindset.com and go to About>contact me to to have your voice heard. Moving through 2020 with confidence and strength takes a clarity. Learning and practicing The Focused Mindset will help you. I want to give you the tools to help you so right now I am offering a free download that will help you evaluate your vibes throughout the day and adjust them to be your best self and get the best out of those around you. Your vibes are in your control. Click here to get your free download today https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/ffe#a@bFe1 YOU are a part of the growth of The Focused Mindset. To leave a review and subscribe to this podcast click right here and go to ratings and reviews.
- 101 Black Mom, 1 White Mom, Racism and Change with Coach TeiaListen to black entrepreneur, life coach, and mother Coach Teia www.coachteia.com share her story of how her family has been directly affected by racist actions of those in authority including the police and teachers. She used those moments to help her family rise above the hate so the next generation can love ALL people regardless of color. Learn priceless lessons on how to make lasting change in order to create a future we want for our kids, free of bioses and racism. Teach your child resilience and acceptance by purchasing the BIG LIFE JOURNAL today. Don't miss one day of building their personal strength and confidence! I want to hear from YOU. Leave me a message at https://thefocusedmindset.com/contact and leave me a voice message or email about your experience. I may feature you in an upcoming podcast.
- 11Failing Forward With A Solution Focused ApproachFear of failure is a normal feeling. Parents have fear that their kids will not be prepared. Kids have fear they will let down their parents. Hear about one of my solution focused sessions with a boy and his mother and how they began to fail forward. In this episode we will reframe the fear of failure in order to be solution focused in spite of fear and always start again. We will find out how failing is not to be feared, rather it is your building block to success. Failing forward is how we learn. Let's talk about how to deal with failure to have the right mindset and move forward. As promised, here are your helpful links and numbers: National Suicide Prevention hotline: 1-800-273-8255 BIG LIFE JOURNAL link to get your own https://biglifejournal.com/?aff=1186 Contact me: www.thefocusedmindset.com/contact I created a free journal page JUST FOR YOU! Download your free Good Vibes Daily Evaluation right here. You are never alone in your parenting journey!
- 1212 Virtual Learning and Your ChildLet's discuss distant learning, on-line learning and remote learning. Many students are starting the new school year remotely this year. Although it wasn't by choice, we can choose how we react to it. Learn how to create strong bonds and a good relationship with your child's teacher. Help your child learn how to be engaged with their teacher in order to grow and learn. You can move into this school year with confidence! As promised, you can download my free download The Good Vibes Checklist right here to help your family have the right attitude moving forward. If you want to use the Big Life Journal like I do to help your child build self confidence and resonance you can use my affiliate link to get a super deal. Click right here for details. For coaching options for your entire family hop over to the website www.thefocusedmindset.com You are never alone in the parenting journey! Join Cher's Facebook group, visit The Focused Mindset FB Group
- 1313. Start With a Commitment to FlexibilityHow do you feel about virtual learning? If you're like most just the thought of it is causing bursts of anxiety. Let's have some real talk about how the beginning of the school year will impact you and your kids. Ill share some proven tips on how to calm the nerves and begin with confidence. Join The Focused Mindset Community and as a bonus receive a free downloadable copy of The Good Vibes Journal Page. https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/ffe3a2b5e1 Get a super deal on you child's first Big Life Journal by using my link today! http://biglifejournal.com/?aff=1186 You are never alone on your parenting journey! Visit The Focused Mindset website: www.thefocusedmindset.com Not all issues kids face requires counseling or therapy. Sometimes Kids Coaching is exactly what is needed. Wondering if kids coaching is a good fit for your child? Then learn more by clicking this link: https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/kids-coaching
- 1414 Dr. Trevor Dietrich, Using The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People At HomeDr. Trevor Dietrich who launched the first Lighthouse School In California's Inland Empire through the Leader In Me teaching and implemented the 7 habits of highly effective people to in his school and transformed the culture. Now he speaks to families about how you can transform YOUR family into a group of like minded, yet unique leaders making a difference in your world. Recommended Books: The 7 Habits of Happy Kids by Sean Covey The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teems by Sean Covey The Leader In Me by Stephen R Covey The Big Life Journal for kids. Use my affiliate link to get your copy today. http://biglifejournal.com/?aff=1186 Want to stay fit? Jump to www.mixiefit.com to find the best at home workouts. Mixiefit sponsors this podcast. Use my code at checkout to get 25$ off! Code: FOCUSEDMINDSET You are never alone in your parenting journey. Go to www.thefocusedmindset.com for tons of helpful tools and join The Focused Mindset Community at: https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/ffe3a2b5e1 Get a free download of The Good Vibes Everyday when you do.
- 15#15 Bring VIBES That Are Solution FocusedSolution Focused parenting works best when you pay attention to the vibes you bring into each situation. When families face challenges it's so important to have the right attitude. In this episode you discover how having The Focused Mindset means you know how to walk into each new situation with positive energy around you. with good vibes. My steps to having good VIBES will transform how you face the challenges in families. Ready to get your free Good Vibes roadmap and self evaluation? Go to https://thefocusedmindset.ck.page/4535b38485 You can support the podcast by leaving a rating and review by listening on apple podcast and scrolling down until you see the star rating. www.mixiefit.com is a proud sponsor of this show. Use my code FOCUSEDMINDSET at checkout and get 25$ off you first month of live and on demand workouts. Check it out now! The Big Life Journal is the best children's journaling and self confidence building tool for you kids. Click here to use my affiliate code and get a super deal on all the amazing products. http://biglifejournal.com/?aff=1186 You are never alone with The Focused Mindset. Visit our Facebook page and website to get more information about free services, joining our group and coaching. www.thefocusedmindset.com
- 1616 Ten Years After School Counseling With Aimee, Listening to UnderstandSchool Counseling was a part of Aimee's journey through childhood. A decade after I counseled her and her sister, I get to have a conversation about her growth in spite of their trials. Talking about it gives her focus and strength. Find out how getting social and emotional help moved her towards healing, and how it can help your family as well. You are never alone in your parenting journey. Join our community here and get a free download today. Go to https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/kids-coaching to learn more about Cher Kretz and the supportive services she offers. To learn about support options for your child click here. The Big Life Journal will help your child build resilience and a positive mindset to build confidence. Use this linkhttp://biglifejournal.com/?aff=1186 to connect to this affiliate partner and get super deals.
- 1717 They Identify As Transgender, Now What? With Lori and CarlListen as I talk to a mother and her young teen who recently shared that they identify as Transgender. Female at birth, now identifying as male, hear how both of them are walking through this journey. Learn how Lori felt and what her advise is to parents who are facing similar situations. Want to leave a message for this courageous family? Email me and I will forward your message to them. cher@thefocusedmindset.com You are never alone in your parenting journey. Join The Focused Mindset Community and get free content and the latest information. www.thefocusedmindset.com Click here to get fit with Mixiefit! www.mixiefit.com and use my special code: FOCUSEDMINDSET at checkout to get your discount. This program is made possible because of listeners like you. The best way to show your support is to hop over to Apple Podcasts and on my show page leave a review and rating. Thank you for listening. Remember to subscribe and share this show with people who can may be encouraged by The Focused Mindset's episodes. Build confidence and self esteem in your child early by purchasing the Big Life Journal. My affiliate link will give you access to all their amazing products. I believe in these products because I use them in my practice. Get yours today. Many kids today talk about and think about gender identity issues earlier than parents may think. Mental health as well as physical health is at risk when kids explore this issue on their own. Become aware and learn how you may communicate with your child about LGBT LGBTQ issues. You are never alone in your parenting journey. Go to www.thefocusedmindset.com and join The Focused Mindset community Need help right now? Text HOME to 741741 to reach the Crisis Text Line
- 1818 When Your Child Needs SupportWhen a child is struggling emotionally where do you go to find support? Do you know what kind of support is best for your child? In this episode you will know the next step to take when your child needs a mindset shift of their own. You are never alone in your parenting journey with The Focused Mindset Community Join here to get tips of the week, up to date solution focused information and The Focused Mindset newsletter. Don't forget to get your child THE BIG LIFE JOURNAL and help them build self esteem and focus through journaling and inspirational content. Click here to get information. www.mixiefit.com is the Spencer of this program. Check it out today and use the code: FOCUSEDMINDSET at check out to get 25$ off your first month of live and on demand workouts Visit my website at www.thefocusedmindset.com to get more information and resources.
- 1919 Shelly Davis from Piano Parent Podcast: Music Makes a DifferanceListen in to my conversation with the host of Piano Parent Podcast and piano teacher Shelly Davis. She has a passion for helping parents support their kids with each new challenge they go through. She teaches how music can bring families together and create the connection and confidence all families seek after. Go to www.pianoparentpodcast.com/cher to get a free download especially for The Focused Mindset community. Join The Focused Mindset Community today! You will get my tips of the week plus my monthly newsletter so you stay updated on the best way to be a solution focused family. https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/joincommunity The BIG LIFE JOURNAL teaches your child to have a growth mindset and a positive attitude. Use my affiliate link today to see all their amazing products made especially for kids. http://biglifejournal.com?aff=1186
- 2020. Powerful Solution Focused QuestionsWhen was the last time your child made a really good choice? What were they doing at that time? Those are only a few of the solution focused questions that can help us be the best parents we can be. This episode will help you have a focused and clear mindset so you can get noticeable results when we parent our kids. Join the Focused Mindset Community and stay updated! Go to www.thefocusedmindset.com/joincommunity today! I look forward to having you. Do you like Facebook groups? Look up the Solution Focused Families group and join! Or go to The Focused Mindset Parenting 2.0 page and visit the group from there. This is where the focused mindset community can share resources and stories. We would love to have you. You are never alone in your parenting journey. Go to www.solutionfocusedschool.com/conference/ to register for the 2020 Virtual Solution Focused Schools Conference happening Oct 2-4. I am a speaker at this conference and I would love to see you there. The BIG LIFE JOURNAL helps kids learn how to have a growth mindset and learn the skill of journaling in a fun way. Use my affiliate link here to get access to all their products.http://biglifejournal.com/?aff=1186 Book Cher Kretz for as a speaker or family mindset coach go to www.thefocusedmindset.com
- 2121. Smashing Guilt and Clinging to What Is GoodFriday March 13, 2020 is a day I will remember forever. In this episode I share my story. I also discuss how we can let go of the type of guild we put on ourself by comparing ourselves to an impossible standard. It's perfectly OK to be less than perfect. Having a Solution Focused Mindset always helps. You Tube: Cher The Focused Mindset Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset Facebook: Cher The Focused Mindset Facebook Group: Solution Focused Families Linkedin: Cher Kretz Cher"s Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher Join The Focused Mindset Community today. With The Focused Mindset Community you are never alone. https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/joincommunity Want to know more? go to www.thefocusedmindset.com Get The Big Life Journal for a child in your life. Help them grow in strength and have a focused mindset. Use my affiliate link to see all the wonderful products I endorse and am an affiliate partner with. http://biglifejournal.com/?aff=1186
- 2222. Reacting to Report CardsReport cards give children a grade. Yet how adults react to the grades determines if those grades motivate or crush a child. How do you react to a not so perfect report card? Let's discuss ways we can help our kids have what they need to to succeed in life beyond the report card. Being a part of The Focused Mindset Community will help you be supported each step of the way. And don't forget to Jump on Facebook and ask to join the Solution Focused Families group to have ongoing connections. Find it on The Focused Mindset Parenting 2.0 FB page. You are never alone with The Focused Mindset. Click here to find out more about THE BIG LIFE JOURNAL Click on my affiliate link and support this podcast when you are ready to get a copy of this journal for a child in your life. You can get all The BIG LIFE JOURNAL research based product here at no extra cost to you. Thank you for your support! http://biglifejournal.com?aff=1186 Brought to you by www.thefocusedmindset.com To book Cher Kretz for speaking or coaching visit https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/bookservices
- 2323. Stop Power Struggles With A Solution-focused mindsetFind freedom from face offs and power struggles with your kids. Learn solution focused strategies that work! If you feel as though there is conflict in your home too often, you are not alone. You Tube: Cher The Focused Mindset Instagram: Cher The Focused Mindset Facebook: Cher The Focused Mindset Facebook Group: Solution Focused Families Linkedin: Cher Kretz Cher"s Blog: www.thefocusedmindset.com/blog-by-cher You are never alone with The Focused Mindset Community. Be a part of a community that supports each other and you will get free solution focused activities and downloads when you do. CLICK HERE to learn more or go to www.thefocusedmindset.com What is the biggest challenge you are facing today? Tell me about it by clicking RIGHT HERE. I want to hear from you. Get your child there very own THE BIG LIFE JOURNAL http://biglifejournal.com/?aff=1186 Use my affiliate link and your purchase of any Big Life Journal products will help support this podcast. Go tohttps://www.mixiefit.com/ put it the code FOCUSED MINDSET at checkout to get your discount.
- 2424. David Orozco: Anti-Diet Healthy Eating For FamiliesHow we approach food and nutrition makes an impact on our entire family. Listen in on this conversation and learn new healthy skills that are good for the soul as well as the body. Download your FREE DOWNLOAD and lean to how and why pausing can be the key to healthy habits. www.onesmallbite.net/parenting2.0 Your are never alone with The Focused Mindset Community. Join the community today and get ongoing free resources to help you and your family. https://www.thefocusedmindset.com/joincommunity I've partner with The Big Life Journal to provide you easy access to all their amazing product for kids. Use this affiliate link to check them out.http://biglifejournal.com/?aff=1186 This show is sponsored by Mixiefit. Go to www.mixiefit.com and use my code at checkout: FOCUSED MINDSET to get $25 off your first month of unlimited workouts. Want to know more? Go to www.thefocusedminset.com
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