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Safe isn't the same as strong: Why kids need healthy risk
In this episode of Facing the Dark, Wayne Stender and Dr. Kathy Koch unpack a surprising trend from a recent CDC report: many traditional adolescent …
4 months ago
When Worry Turns Heavy: Guiding Kids Through Anxiety With Hope
In this episode of Facing the Dark, Wayne Stender and Dr. Kathy Koch respond to a heartbreaking moment from American Idol, where a song writt…
4 months ago
Teaching Discernment, Not Fear: Helping Kids Face Controversial Figures
What should parents do when public figures stir strong reactions, confusion, anger, fear, or frustration? In this episode of Facing the Dark…
4 months ago
Helping Kids Navigate Puberty With Confidence and Calm
Puberty can feel overwhelming for kids and parents alike. In this episode of Facing the Dark, Wayne Stender and Dr. Kathy Koch explore new re…
4 months ago
Who Gets Close To Your Heart? Helping Kids Build Healthy Friendships
As Valentine's Day approaches, emotions around friendship, belonging, and affection naturally rise, especially for kids. In this episode of F…
4 months, 1 week ago
More Than Smart: Why Discernment Is the Goal of Education
Are our kids actually becoming less capable thinkers, and if so, why does that matter? In this episode of Facing the Dark, Wayne Stender and …
4 months, 1 week ago
When School Pauses: What Snow Days Still Teach Our Kids
In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, hosts discuss the impact of weather-related school cancellations, particularly snow days, on children…
4 months, 1 week ago
When Help Becomes Harm: How Overparenting Undermines Resilience
Are we helping our kids, or holding them back? In this episode of Facing the Dark, Wayne Stender and Dr. Kathy Koch explore the growing concern of ov…
4 months, 1 week ago
Grandma Hobbies and Quiet Joy: Why Kids Need Slower Rhythms
Why are teens and young adults suddenly drawn to reading, crocheting, sewing, walking, and other so-called "grandma hobbies"? In this episode…
4 months, 1 week ago
Teaching the Tool: Helping Kids Build Wisdom Around Social Media
Is social media always harmful for kids, or can we teach them to use it wisely? In this episode of Facing the Dark, Wayne Stender and Dr. Kat…
4 months, 2 weeks ago