The DMs #003- "What To Do With Siblings That Fight With Each Other?"

The DMs #008- "How Do I Help My Teen/Kids With Anxiety?": David and Heidi get a DM asking on the best way to support teens and kids that are dealing with Anxiety. David gives some suggestions of what you can do to support your teens and kids figuring out what works best for them. by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

22 min listen

#005- "Statements vs. Questions": In Episode 5, David recaps an important TOOL that he taught at the live “First Responder” event last week. This important skill helps parents to create a connection with kids and “RELATE”, in order to initiate productive conversations about important... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

56 min listen

The DMs #001- "What Do We Do When Our Child Doesn't Want To Open Up/Go Back To Therapy?": We invite your questions, and feedback at “Light the Fight”… The DMs #001 is the first dedicated “DM” episode where David and Heidi read a question that has been submitted, and answer it specifically. In this question, a concerned mom shares that her... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

27 min listen

#004- "The Kryptonite To Depression Is Connection": David has been telling both kids and adults for years that “connection is the kryptonite for depression” , and this is exactly what he taught to Heidi, her husband and son during their first counseling session. In episode #4, Heidi and David discuss... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

52 min listen

#001- "Introductions": Welcome to the first episode of the “Light the Fight” podcast! In this first episode, David and Heidi introduce themselves and talk about how and why they met. Since that time, Heidi has been learning more about the mental and emotional challenges... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

32 min listen

#013- "Assertive Vulnerability Vs Victim Vulnerability": Understanding the vital difference between “victim vulnerability” and “assertive vulnerability” is an absolute game changer in building relationships and creating connections. David explains (and demonstrates) the difference between the two types,... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

67 min listen

#010- "THE AND": In a world that demands to be defined as one or the other: “yes or no”, “right or wrong”, “true or false”, “up or down”, “good or bad”… Episode 10 discusses a third option. by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

61 min listen

#002- "Guilt vs. Shame": As a 40-something, mother-of-five … Heidi was surprised to learn that there was a major difference between “guilt” and “shame”. In episode 2, Heidi explains how learning about this distinction was a major light bulb moment, and opened her... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

41 min listen

#007- "Check Your Motivations": In Episode #7, Heidi talks about the importance of recognizing the motivations behind your actions. Understanding why you (as a parent) do what you do, will help you to attach appropriate expectations for their response to your actions. Ultimately, we... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

37 min listen

#019- "Making Ripples": David and Heidi have a catch up after Heidi’s 2 week trip Downunder. They recap a really cool community connection event that took place in their community in conjunction with Chick-fil-A, and how amazing it was to see people come together. They also... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

57 min listen

#003- "Shame In Motion": Heidi named this episode “shame in motion” because she shares a personal story about the moment that all of the information that she had been learning about the “Shame Game” crossed over from a theoretical concept, to an actual TOOL for improving an... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

39 min listen

#006- "Know Less So Your Kid Can Learn More": This episode of “Light the Fight” podcast gets into some secrets of David’s for helping people work through their problems in certain situations. Parents’ instinct is to jump right into problem-solving mode with their kids when they are faced with... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

31 min listen

#008- "Less Blow Up Equals More Follow Up": How can you make sure that your kids know they did something wrong without losing your temper, and getting MAD? Sometimes parents may feel that it’s their responsibility to SHOW kids how upset they are to ensure kids are aware they are in trouble!... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

41 min listen

The DMs #002- "How Can I Motivate My Once Self-Motivated Child?": David and Heidi respond to the “DM’s”. This particular question has come in from several people… different situations and scenarios, but the question is very similar: how can I motivate my once self-motivated child? David’s advice goes hand in hand... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

33 min listen

#012- "Guilt Vs. Shame 2.0": David and Heidi dig deeper into the Guilt vs. Shame concept! Specifically, about the power and importance of "Best Friending" yourself... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

64 min listen

#009- "Choosing To Evolve": Heidi brings a big question to David about helping anyone that is struggling with depression. However, she admits that the conversation doesn't go how she thought it would… and this episode really became an important discussion about how important it... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

71 min listen

#011- "Cheerleading": The natural inclination that we feel as parents is to SAVE our children from things that might cause them HURT and PAIN! In this episode, Heidi remembers some valuable advice that David gave to her in a session they had 3 years ago. This information... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

57 min listen

The DMs #018- "How To Support Your Kids To Have The Best School Year Yet?": What a timely DM!! In this DM, David and Heidi give some suggestions and ideas on how to support your kids to have the best school year yet! Including the older ones going off to college! by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

24 min listen

The DMs #004- "How to Encourage My Kid to Be Social in Person Instead of Digital?": In DM #004, Heidi reads a question from a mom who is concerned about her son’s "video game” to "real friends" ratio! David’s suggestion for approaching this very common issue, might not be what you expect! Would you believe David says “games first”? by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

31 min listen

The DMs #009- "What To Do When You Are Having Trust Issues With Your Teen?": In DM #009, David confesses that this is a topic that he discusses with clients multiple times a week! “How can parents re-trust their teens?” You might be a little surprised to hear David’s advice. by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

43 min listen

The DMs #007- "Talking About Cell Phones": In this 7th DM, David responds to the many questions about cell phones, and how dangerous they are? Instead of debating the dangers, or the addictions of cell phones + social media combo, he talks about how effective our approach is in talking to our... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

33 min listen

The DMs #006- "How To Help My Spouse Understand Mental Illness?": David and Heidi discuss how you can help someone understand the struggles you are going through and the struggles your kids are going through when they can't personally relate. In this episode, David discusses the book, "Lost Connections:... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

18 min listen

#018- "David Needs A Therapist": OH NO!! David needs a therapist?!? Since Heidi is out of the country, David takes this opportunity to tell you the name of the teen podcast, introduce himself, tell his life story, and why he became a therapist.. By the end of it you'll agree, David... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

58 min listen

The DMs #003- "What To Do With Siblings That Fight With Each Other?": David and Heidi respond to the DM’s! This time they discuss the struggle that happens between siblings! How do you get siblings to connect and communicate? David shares a great suggestion that you can start now to help build relationships in your family. by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

36 min listen

The DMs #011- "How The Highs and Lows Helped my Family": In this episode, we share the "Wins" of a mom who started using the highs, lows, and who the heck knows with her family! David and Heidi also expand on why the highs, lows, and who the heck knows works and why our brains need those three options. by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

38 min listen

The DMs #012- "What Age Is The Right Age For Cell Phones?: In this DM, David answers the tough question of what the right age for a cell phone is. He also gives you tools you can implement right away before your child/teen even asks. by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

16 min listen

The DMs #005- "What to do When a Boy Threatens Suicide When Your Daughter Doesn't Like Him?": In this DM, David and Heidi are asked a very serious question. "What to do When a Boy Threatens Suicide When Your Daughter Doesn't Like Him?" We give three different options on how to handle this situation. You can DM us at @lightthefight on... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

23 min listen

#016- "The Oldest Child Relationship": Finally, David addresses the long awaited topic of “THE OLDEST CHILD”. In this episode, David shares what he has learned in his schooling, as well as his clinical experience about the unique relationship between the Father and his oldest Son, and the... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

85 min listen

#022- "Cyberbullying": What is cyberbullying exactly? David and Heidi discuss cyberbullying, what it is, what cyber hurting is, what to do if your kid is the one bullying, and what to do when your kid is the one being bullied. Here is the link to sign up for our... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

64 min listen

The DMs #015- "How To Respond To Spouse's Social Media Usage?": In this episode David and Heidi tackle the question of how to respond to your spouse or anyone using "too much" social media and the best ways to approach the situation. Here is the link to sign up for our workshop:... by Light The Fight- Parenting Podcast

29 min listen

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