Are you craving authentic connections and meaningful conversations? Me too, which is why I turned to my favorite person (Person!) in the world, Jen Person, to have my first coffee conversation. Jen is a badass executive, leadership and personal development coach, so well-versed in emotional intelligence and.... she is my…
Parenting is no joke! It's hard to juggle and figure out all the rules (which none of the kids want to follow). But there are ways to make it easier. Today we're going to do a reflective exercise to understand how becoming aware of and defining your values creates a…
Let's weave this together: celebrating certifications, expertise, and defining how you are an expert in your life, health and family. In today's show, Wendy celebrates achieving the Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential through the International Coaching Federation (ICF). She discusses the significance of credentials in her coaching journey and emphasizes…
I've been destroying the chocolate lately. Specifically, peanut butter M&Ms. In today's episode, I'm going to walk you through the process that I'm using to get really clear on the problem and the steps I'm taking to make change. You're welcome to take the simple steps with me to make…
Welcome to my very special listeners, teens! Today I want to share some videos I recently created to answer the question, "What does a supportive relationship look like between an adult and a teen?" Well there are two folks to consider in this question and I answered with what can…
You're zapped, trying to focus on getting that report done. Or from the kids running on your nerves all day long. And the kids are having a meltdown and just arguing with each other, raiding the cabinets and doing anything but homework. What do you do? In today's episode of…
As a parent, are you playing ping pong or chess with your kids? It's not all about the games, it's about the approach to being with them. In this episode we talk about taking some lessons from Improv Comedy and apply them to working with our kids. No one approach…
Are you ready to be a member of the secret parent society, "Snack Sneakers... S-nonymous?" Parents are frustrated with snack sneaking and want to know how to fix it. Today we talk about 3 steps that you haven't heard before to get to the root of the question, "What do…
Ever notice how you tend to have a soundtrack playing for your life? The same emotions, same story, same day to day.... and don't get me started on the "I'm bored!" soundtrack. Today we dive into an amazing tool - a game from the world of Improv Comedy - and…
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We have to admit it: we all (yes, I) have used shame tactics when it comes to health. It's a part of our culture and once we admit it, we can start being on the look for where we are using the tool of shame against us. Because shame doesn't…
What does ending the year mean to you? I used to say that it meant getting ready for new beginnings.... but that was the part of me that was constantly on the move. Now I'm settling. I'm practicing hygge - and talking about what that looks like now with a…
"Holidays = Stress" has become a part of our language. But why are you stressed around the holidays? Today we unpack 6 very common stressors for parents during the holidays: 1) There's so much to do 2) It's so hard to stay healthy during the holidays 3) I have to…
Here's the full-length presentation from CHKD Pediatric Grand Rounds, Nov 9, 2023. It was a pleasure to be invited to speak to the medical staff and students, who were hungry for ways to support themselves, their families and their patients. Because after all, we are all struggling with weight. The…
We are all struggling with weight, each and every one of us. The focus of our struggle may be our own weight, our loved ones, and professionally the struggle may be for our patients, students and colleagues. Today's episode is an abbreviated version of a chat I did for the…
In a world filled with conflicts and crises, how can we navigate the unique challenges of parenting children with big emotions? Join us in this episode as we dive into the crucial topic of recognizing the importance of your child's feelings without comparing them to the chaos of the world.…
What's the last time you experienced shame about your weight, health or habits? How's that working out for you? We will talk about where the power and privilege come from, and how shame is being used to highlight a problem and it is making us more unhealthy. Check out the…
Today we are celebrating 100 episodes of the podcast and how we got here, amidst overwhelm, insanity and a crazy to-do list. Let's talk about the best way to address overwhelm: little steps. Recently we spoke about overwhelm (episode #98, Overstimulation & Overwhelm, https://www.wendyschofermd.com/blog/98) and I have to tell you…
I love experiments. Anyone who has worked with me in the office or the Family in Focus coaching community has heard me talk about little experiments. Well I want to share with you how I f'd it up. I f'd it up - and now I have learned so much…
Part 2 (hop on over and check out Part 1!: https://youtu.be/8qv2okoc_uc Let's talk about self-care through the lens of asking a very important question: "What do I need?" ****Not "What do I need to do?"**** Parents, this is EVERYTHING when we are looking at our family's health: not teaching our…
I take Fridays off (yes, ah-mazing), and yet.... here I am trying to stuff that day with all the things I didn't get done on the other days. That's not a day off! That's a day with my "other gigs" : the to-do list, meeting demands and expectations (my own…
Are you a parent feeling lost in the chaos of modern life, struggling to understand and manage overstimulation and overwhelm in your children? Are you feeling overwhelmed and overstimulated yourself? Let's dive into the world of parenting in the modern age, understanding more about stimulation and overstimulation and the resultant…
Hon, can we talk? I know... the word rebel doesn't feel like it fits. Yet, what is possible if it is the way to lead the life you actually want? Today we're gonna catch up, because I look a 2 month break from y'all, and I have gained so much…
Parents, let's quick chat about the role that everyone plays when they participate in the Family in Focus research study. Can't wait to see you!