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“How to reduce pressure on young athletes?” “How can I support my kids in youth sports?” “How do sports shape character in kids?” — Kids worldwide engage in team sports, and for years it has brought joy to the players. Recently, though, the commercialization of youth sports, as well as motivations beyond character building and fun, have placed undue pressure on young athletes. This unhealthy pressure leads to stress, overwhelm, and tension. In part one of Benoit Harpey and Kayla Richerson’s conversation with Harvey Araton—New York Times columnist and sports journalist, author, and father—we learn about the true goal of team sports, which lies in character building. Harvey shares his own story; explains how budget constraints, scholarship goals, and sports commercialization take away from the joy; and provides applicable advice for avoiding these negative effects. Together, we dive into the true purpose of youth sports, how to cultivate growth, and how to make the most of what kids really love.

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“How to help my child heal from trauma?” “What are some trauma-informed parenting techniques?” “What are ways to help children cope with trauma?” — The toll that trauma takes on a child extends far beneath the surface. Trauma impacts perceived identity, self-worth, and hinders joy. Today, Benoit Harpey speaks with Tiffany Tyler, the founder of the Grace Epic Center. Tiffany experienced abuse as a child, and the silence around her trauma shaped her identity. She found healing through dance, faith, and expression, and now helps others overcome trauma in the same ways. Tiffany shares the effects of trauma, explains why behavior is often misunderstood, and gives practical advice for supporting healing. It takes consistency, validation, openness, encouragement, and expression. Tiffany shares incredible advice, gives us hope that trauma can be healed, and illustrates how we can help our children go from surviving to thriving.

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“Why does it feel like we aren’t healing?” “What actually works for healing trauma?” “Is my child’s trauma un-solvable?” — Two weeks ago, we heard Marcia Earhart’s story through adoption, parenting, loss, and healing from trauma. Today, Benoit Harpey and Brooke Lowry dive deeper in their conversation with Marcia, a trauma coach and mother, as they discuss how to practically parent through trauma to foster healing. Parenting through trauma, grief, and behavioral challenges can feel overwhelming, stagnant, and like a lost cause, but Marcia explains why it isn’t. Marcia expands on the truth of trauma being something that happened, not who a child is; highlights the importance of consistency and routine in a child’s life; and explains the importance of the right support system (and where to find it). She tells us that we will feel tired, overwhelmed, and hopeless, but that progress will come—we just have to keep on moving. If you’re stretched, discouraged, or unsure how to help your child heal from trauma, this episode is for you. Healing is still possible, no matter how hopeless it seems. Take the first step by tuning in today.

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“What is RAD?” “How does trauma affect my children?” “What can I do to best support my family without getting burnt out?” — Even in the darkest of storms, the blue sky remains behind the clouds. Traumatic experiences come and go, but what remains is an identity forged through the trials. Today, Benoit Harpey and Brooke Lowry sit down with Marcia Earhart, a grief-counselor, a trauma coach, and co-founder of the Sterling Rose Sanctuary—but most importantly, a mother. While her story is full of challenges and pain, her blue sky remains. So does yours. Marcia now serves others, helping them overcome trauma in their own families. In this episode, she tells her story of conquering trauma in her family; explains what Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) is, and how it affects people; shares practical strategies for building trust and connection despite trauma; and reminds us that no matter how hard it gets, we will get through it. Trauma is not the end of the story for you, and you will overcome it. This episode could be your first step towards healing, and we’d love to be by your side on this journey. Tune in for practical advice, lived experience, and a heart postured in love towards you and your family.

This is part one of our conversation with Marcia. In part two, we’ll dive deeper into trauma and the strategies for overcoming it. We’ll also continue exploring the idea of identity through trauma, and how your struggles don’t define you.

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“How do I build trust with a kid who has gone through trauma?” “What can I do to help my child open up to me?” “Why does it feel like my child isn’t healing from trauma?” — Two weeks ago, we heard Eddie Acosta’s story going from an abused foster kid to an advocate for breaking the cycle of trauma in families. Today, we hear the rest of Benoit Harpey and Amina Elsamahy’s interview with Eddie, in which he gives us practical advice to break the cycle of trauma. He shares tips for building a safe emotional environment, modeling accountability, and encouraging kids who feel hopeless; shares the importance of vulnerability and investing in children; and explains why patience, consistency, and openness is crucial to avoiding shutdown. It is possible to break the cycle of trauma in your life and in your family, like Eddie did, but it takes dedication, vulnerability, and care. Hit play on this episode and take the first step to erasing the trauma in your family. You’ll hear real stories, practical advice, applicable tips, and strategies that work.

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“How can I break cycles of generational trauma?” “How can I stop my Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) from reflecting onto my kids?” — Almost everyone experiences trauma in their lives, and it weighs heavily on each of us. 33% of people who experienced trauma in their childhood reflect it onto their children, creating a cycle of trauma. But we aren’t defined by our trauma, and generational trauma is avoidable. In fact, today Benoit Harpey and Amina Elsamahy sit down with Eddie Acosta, who is a child abuse and neglect survivor, speaker on trauma-informed parenting, youth professional, author, and advocate for breaking the cycle of trauma. In part one of this conversation, Eddie tells his story from being an abused foster kid to a father who broke the cycle of trauma in his family, explains why trauma is often repeated, and tells us what it takes to build a trauma-free home. This isn’t out of reach—Eddie did it, and so can you. Hit play to hear meaningful insights, gain practical advice, and to start breaking the cycle of trauma in your family today.

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“How can I help my teen get through self-harm and suicidal behavior?” “Am I harming my teen when I’m trying to help?” “Is healing actually possible?” — The pain, fear, and hopelessness you feel when your teens act out, shut down, or self harm is real. This behavior, though, isn’t manipulative or defiant; it’s survival. Today, Kayla Richerson sits down with Katie K. May, a therapist, speaker, and the bestselling author of You’re on Fire, It’s Fine. Katie explains to us that when our teens express big emotions or behave irrationally, it’s because they feel like they’re on fire, and they’re trying to extinguish it. She tells us that the way to extinguish the fire isn’t always hospitalization; it’s often validation, understanding, and self-regulation. If you struggle with your teen’s behavior, or fear that one day you will, this episode is for you. Tune in to hear valuable insights from lived experience, practical advice, and applicable strategies.

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“Why does no one talk about trauma?” “What are the real effects of trauma and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)?” “How can we recover?” — Two weeks ago, Benjamin Perks told us how important love and connection is in healing trauma, and we started discussing the taboo that lies around trauma. As we finish Benoit Harpey’s interview with him, we hear how important it is that we talk about trauma and why parenting support needs to be universally available. Trauma’s impact extends far beyond what many believe, and we need to learn to talk about it and to advocate for change. Benjamin Perks brings forth applicable strategies for removing the taboos around trauma, shares true stories of the impact of talking about trauma, and explains how we can apply trauma-informed parenting to our own lives. Tune in and replace trauma with confidence.

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