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Family Matters with Instructor MikeAuthor: Instructor Mike, MA, CBPI, CAMS-1
Family is the base of everything in your life. Just stop for a minute. Say the word, family. It feels warm doesnt it? Do you have family or do you have relatives? How is your relationship with your children? Parents? It is very important to do the work of family. Family matters more than you know. To that end, lets talk. Then, we are going to provide tools for you to use and invite special guests to discuss your issues. My issues. Our issues. As the African proverb says, A child not embraced by the village will burn it to feel its warmth. You matter. Your voice matters. Lets get to work! Language: en Genres: Kids & Family, Parenting Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Proximity Is Power: Teaching Kids How Temptation Works Before It Works Them
Wednesday, 30 July, 2025
Why do kids—and even adults—struggle to resist temptation, even when they “know better”? Because knowledge isn’t enough. In this episode, Instructor Mike breaks down the physics of temptation using real-life metaphors like magnets, rubber bands, and even nuclear bombs. You’ll learn why proximity builds pressure, how impulse control is shaped by setup, and why walking away early is a sign of strength, not weakness.From toddlers eyeing candy to preteens navigating peer pressure, you’ll get developmentally appropriate tools to teach self-discipline, emotional regulation, and real-world problem-solving.Key Takeaways: • How proximity turns potential energy into action • Why verbal rules aren’t enough without environment training • Rubber band and role-play strategies for young learners • Conversation tools for older kids to build internal boundaries • The truth about temptation: you don’t win it in the moment—you win it in the setupTune in and train your kids—before temptation does.
