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Empowered to Connect Podcast

Empowered to Connect Podcast

Empowered to Connect

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The Empowered to Connect Podcast a place where we come together to discuss an attachment rich, healing centered approach to engagement and well being for ourselves, our families and our communities.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Empowered to Connect Podcast episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Empowered to Connect Podcast for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Empowered to Connect Podcast episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Today, in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Day, we felt it would be appropriate to bring back one of our favorite episodes, our episode with Dr. Charles McKinney from Season One. How did we get here? College Professor, Author and Civil Rights Historian Dr. Charles McKinney joins us to discuss the history of the civil rights struggle in America, being a black parent in 2020 and advice for transracial adoptive parents with their children of color. A word to our majority culture (white) listeners: as many have noted over the past few years, there is a deep need for listening and learning about the plight of our black and brown brothers and sisters. This conversation with Dr. McKinney is not the end all be all - rather a starting point for many of us as we journey together to bring healing and peace to our families, our communities and the systems that govern them.

To connect further with our guest today, the brilliant Dr. Charles McKinney, find him on Twitter @CharlesWMcKinn2 and buy his books here!

Love the podcast? Hate it? Let us know your thoughts on Facebook or Instagram!

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Empowered to Connect Podcast - [E148] Connecting Practice: The Power of Play with Tom Jordi
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07/04/23 • 43 min

Today on the Empowered to Connect Podcast we delve into a pivotal connecting practice: the power of play in parenting with one of our favorite guests, Tom Jordi. Hailing from Johannesburg, South Africa, Tom is not only a TBRI Practitioner but also a Cultivate Connection Facilitator, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to our conversation. He and his wife Dawn have 4 kiddos and are an absolute joy to be around, if this is your first time hearing an episode with the Jordis, you're gonna love it!

In this episode, Tom engages in a captivating discussion with our host, JD Wilson, and ETC Executive Director, Mo Ottinger, about the profound impact that play can have on the parent-child relationship. Together, they explore how play serves as a transformative tool for fostering connection, building trust, and nurturing healthy attachments.

With a refreshing perspective, they discuss various playful strategies that parents can incorporate into their everyday interactions with their children. From imaginative play to sensory experiences, he shares practical insights on how these approaches can cultivate emotional resilience, enhance communication, and create joy-filled moments within the parent-child dynamic.

Throughout the episode, our guests share personal anecdotes and real-life examples that illustrate the transformative power of play, highlighting its ability to bridge gaps, facilitate healing, and strengthen the parent-child bond. Tom's expertise and passion shine through as he emphasizes the importance of creating safe and secure spaces where children can express themselves freely and experience the power of unconditional love and acceptance.

Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or professional working with children, this episode offers a wealth of valuable strategies and insights that can revolutionize your approach to parenting and caregiving. Tune in as we explore the profound impact of play and its ability to empower parents and children alike on the journey of connection and growth.

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Empowered to Connect Podcast - [E128] How Do I Handle Food Issues?

[E128] How Do I Handle Food Issues?

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02/28/23 • 30 min

Is meal time a source of constant stress in your house? Have you wondered why your kids just can't bring themselves to try a certain food or texture? This can seem small on the surface, but often we forget that eating is one of the very few activities in life that involves all five senses. Today we wanted to bring in an Occupational Therapist and Speech Pathologist to walk us through an intro into the world of feeding and food issues. Courtney Mitchell and Katherine Byrd work at the Memphis Family Connection Center and walk us through not just WHY kids sometimes struggle but also how to begin walking through this struggle with them.

Also - WE HAVE SOME BIG NEWS!

As you know if you're a regular listener, we empower Facilitators to take our parenting course, Cultivate Connection to their local communities. We are so grateful and proud of the work our Facilitators are doing to provide life on life support for parents near them.

Over the years, MANY of you have reached out asking for a course online, especially those of you who do not have a Facilitator near you. First, a reminder: We've currently got an opportunity to sign up to become a Cultivate Connection Facilitator, so check our website for those details if YOU want to become part of our growing network! We'd love to consider your application! If you are wanting to take the class, however, and for whatever reason the opportunities available haven't worked out for you - WE ARE OFFERING CULTIVATE CONNECTION ONLINE for the first time ever!!!!!

As a special limited time offer, YOU as an ETC Podcast Listener get 20% off with the Code ETCPOD-23 . SIGN UP FOR OUR ONLINE COURSE TODAY if the dates and times line up with your schedule! This class will be LIVE not recorded, and it starts Sunday, March 12th! Again, that's ETCPOD-23 for 20% off the parenting course! We'd love to see you there!

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Empowered to Connect Podcast - [E68] The Fight Stress Response: “I Won't - And You Can't Make Me!"
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01/25/22 • 73 min

The Stress Responses - chances are, you've heard of them - Fight, Flight and Freeze...well, you may be surprised to learn that there are actually 4 stress responses ("Fawn" is the fourth - don't worry, we'll cover it in great detail in a few weeks) and we are taking the next several weeks to do deep dives into each of them! We'll look at how you can support both yourself and those you love IN those responses! Today, we dive into the "Fight" Response.

Those who identify with a fight stress response have learned to step up to the plate to protect themselves. This instinctive reaction often sends them into an aggressive, sometimes attack mode to fend off the danger they face - real or perceived. What's the best way to support someone with a fight response? You'll have to listen in to find out! JD, Becca and Tona walk through everything from what a stress response is to how to support those you love in the middle of those 'fight' responses.

To learn more about Empowered to Connect, check out our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube!

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Empowered to Connect Podcast - [E56] Let's Talk About Transitions with the ETC Team
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10/25/21 • 46 min

Picture this: you're enjoying a beautiful day in your neighborhood park. Kids are running around having fun, adults are getting a rare moment to talk to each other - it's euphoric...and then it's time to leave. Cue the meltdown. We all face them in life, so let's just talk about them - transitions. They might be daily, seasonal or major life transitions, but they're all capable of tripping us up in the right conditions. That goes for us - AND our children. We pulled ETC Staffers Becca McKay and Jesse Faris in to explain why transitions can be SO hard for some of us and our kids and to give us some practical, everyday advice for how to handle them a little smoother. Check it out and let us know what you think! #parentingpodcast #traumainformedparenting #parentingadvice #empoweredtoconnectpodcast #ETCPodcast #mentalhealth #gratitude #selfcare #inspiration #ETC #connectedparenting #empoweredtoconnect #attachmentbasedparenting #parenting #parentingtips #TBRI #family
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Empowered to Connect Podcast - [E23] The Power of Understanding Attachment with Dr. Casey Call
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01/26/21 • 38 min

2021 is here and it's not solved all of our problems (cue the sad horns). Have no fear though, because we are starting our new year with one of the leading experts in the field of Attachment Research and Theory, Dr. Casey Call from the Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development (KPICD). In today's episode Dr. Call walks us through what we need to know as caregivers about how human beings attach and why it's important. This is a critical piece of understanding when it comes to caring for ourselves and other humans and you don't want to miss it!

To learn more about Empowered to Connect, visit our NEWLY BRANDED WEBSITE at empoweredtoconnect.org and you can find us on Facebook @connectedchild, on Instagram @empoweredtoconnect AND NOW ALSO at YouTube.com/empoweredtoconnect !

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Empowered to Connect Podcast - [E1] What is ETC?

[E1] What is ETC?

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06/20/20 • 25 min

In episode 1, we're joined by Mo and Tona Ottinger, who give leadership to Empowered to Connect! We talk about what Empowered to Connect is - how it started, the core ideas and one major shift - moving to 'healing centered engagement and what that means.

To learn more about ETC, visit us at our website, follow us on Instagram or find us on Facebook!

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Empowered to Connect Podcast - [E4] The Valuable Process of Unlearning with Jacque Rowe Fields
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08/03/20 • 33 min

Episode 4 of the ETC Podcast is with one of our favorite friends of the program! Jacque Rowe Fields (aka Mrs. Jacque as most know her) has spent her professional life in the world of education. Mrs. Jacque has an incredible, diverse set of experiences to pull from everywhere from historically black neighborhoods in her hometown of Memphis to being the Dean of Students at a Norwegian Private College in Michigan.

Jacque talks to us about what the process of unlearning, parenting African-American children in diverse environments and what one of her children told her he wished she would have prepared him for - it's a really great conversation and we think you're going to love it!

As always, we'd love to know what you thought of the podcast! Visit us at empoweredtoconnect.org/podcast and let us know! Our show is mixed and engineered by the incomparable Kyle Wright and our music comes to us directly from the studio of the one and only Tad Jewett.

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Empowered to Connect Podcast - [E153] Mastering Transitions with Becca and Jesse (Replay E56)
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08/08/23 • 45 min

In today's episode, we're excited to bring you a masterclass on the art of transitions, led by none other than Becca McKay and Jesse Faris! Becca and Jesse bring a wise and compassionate approach, guiding us through the intricate world of transitions, offering essential insights and practical strategies to navigate your child's (and your own) life's shifts with grace and resilience. Whether it's moving homes, starting a new school year, or even daily transitions, their wisdom shines a light on how these moments can be powerful opportunities for connection, growth, and building a strong foundation of trust.

Tune in as Becca and Jesse delve into the nuances of understanding the impact transitions have on children and adults alike. Drawing from their rich experiences as educators and advocates, they share stories that exemplify the transformative potential of intentional transitions. This episode equips parents, caregivers, and professionals with valuable tools to ease anxieties, embrace change, and create environments where both young and old can thrive during life's many transitions.

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Empowered to Connect Podcast - [E69] The Flight Stress Response: "I'm Out and You Can't Stop Me!"
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02/01/22 • 54 min

The Stress Responses - you know - Fight, Flight and Freeze...well, you may be surprised to learn that there are actually 4 stress responses ("Fawn" is the fourth - don't worry, we'll cover it in great detail in a few weeks). We'll look at how you can support both yourself and those you love IN those responses! Today, we dive into the "Flight" Response.

Those who experience a flight stress response have learned to avoid conflict to protect themselves. They may physically run away, attempt to change the subject, deflect with humor, or lie. The flight stress response can also be associated with over-achieving or obsessive compulsive tendencies. This instinctive reaction makes people want to flee to escape danger (real or perceived). The flight response is a helpful automatic reaction for self preservation and fleeing harm.

How do we support ourselves or our people when they're in flight mode? You'll have to listen in to find out! JD, Becca and Dr. Rachel Peterman explore the ins and outs of the flight response with a unique twist that you do not wanna miss.

To learn more about Empowered to Connect, check out our website and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube!

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FAQ

How many episodes does Empowered to Connect Podcast have?

Empowered to Connect Podcast currently has 217 episodes available.

What topics does Empowered to Connect Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Parenting, Kids & Family, Podcasts, Social Sciences and Science.

What is the most popular episode on Empowered to Connect Podcast?

The episode title '[E146] Connecting Practice: How to "Be Present" with Nick and Jesse Faris' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Empowered to Connect Podcast?

The average episode length on Empowered to Connect Podcast is 44 minutes.

How often are episodes of Empowered to Connect Podcast released?

Episodes of Empowered to Connect Podcast are typically released every 6 days, 23 hours.

When was the first episode of Empowered to Connect Podcast?

The first episode of Empowered to Connect Podcast was released on Jun 20, 2020.

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