189: How Do I Support My Unathletic Son in our Sports-Obsessed Town?

189: How Do I Support My Unathletic Son in our Sports-Obsessed Town?

Is your child uninterested in team sports in a sports-obsessed town? In this episode, Dr. Lisa Damour and Reena offer practical advice for parents on finding alternative activities that align with your child's passions, while still fostering social connections. They explore the importance of nurturing your child’s confidence and self-worth, whether or not that includes team sports. We want to hear from you! Do you have a kid in a similar position? Follow and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can see all our latest video episodes: https://youtube.com/@asklisapodcast And follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn @AskLisaPodcast, @Lisa.Damour, @ReenaNinan. Checkout Dr. Lisa’s website for more resources: https://www.drlisadamour.com/ Ask Lisa is produced by: https://www.goodtroubleproductions.com Keywords: support, team sports, athletic, unathletic, sports-obsessed town, physical activity, alternative physical activities, social connection, confidence, self-worth

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227: Encore: The Power of Belonging with Special Guest Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble

227: Encore: The Power of Belonging with Special Guest Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble

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226: Encore: What Should I Do With Dicey Information About Other People’s Kids?

226: Encore: What Should I Do With Dicey Information About Other People’s Kids?

Your teen just shared something concerning about a friend. Now what? Dr. Lisa & Reena offer a thoughtful roadmap for what to do when your teen is a “safe person” for their peers—but you’re left holdin...

1 Jul 202527min

225: Encore: Should I Let My Son Spend All His Free Time Playing Video Games?

225: Encore: Should I Let My Son Spend All His Free Time Playing Video Games?

Your teen's gaming habit might not be all bad. Video games can feel like a battleground for parents—but are they always a negative? In this episode, Dr. Lisa & Reena explore how gaming can help teens ...

24 Jun 202529min

224: Encore: Lessons from Netflix's "Adolescence"

224: Encore: Lessons from Netflix's "Adolescence"

Raising a teen boy? Dr. Lisa & Reena use the Netflix series Adolescence as a springboard to explore masculinity, emotional vulnerability, and how boys handle pressure in today’s world. Together they e...

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223: Practical Optimism with Dr. Sue Varma

223: Practical Optimism with Dr. Sue Varma

How do we help our tweens and teens thrive—even in tough times? Dr. Sue Varma joins Dr.  Lisa & Reena to break down the science of optimism and the four key pillars of mental well-being. You’ll learn ...

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222: The Summer of Building Independence

222: The Summer of Building Independence

Are you tired of doing EVERYTHING for your kids? Use summer as Independence Bootcamp! Dr. Lisa & Reena explore game-changing strategies to empower kids with life skills, from doing laundry to riding p...

3 Jun 202529min

221: Encore: What’s the Best Way for My Teen to Handle a Mean “Friend”?

221: Encore: What’s the Best Way for My Teen to Handle a Mean “Friend”?

Is your middle schooler or high schooler dealing with a so-called “friend” who’s just… mean? You’re not alone. Tweens and teens often struggle with toxic friendships, and it’s tough for parents to kno...

27 Mai 202529min

220: How to Stay Connected When Teens Pull Away. Guests: Gordon Neufeld, PhD & Gabor Maté, MD

220: How to Stay Connected When Teens Pull Away. Guests: Gordon Neufeld, PhD & Gabor Maté, MD

Are you struggling to connect with your teenager in the digital age? Dr. Gabor Maté and Dr. Gordon Neufeld join Reena & Dr. Lisa to reveal groundbreaking insights into parent-child relationships, tech...

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