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The YouSchool Podcast

Hosted by: Scott Schimmel

Go to our YouTube channel to watch the episodes (just search The YouSchool) My nightmare at 20 years old was that I would wake up at 40 and feel deep regret that I lived the wrong life- a really nice, predictable,...

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Do the Thing With Them: Why Saying Yes to Your Kid Matters

Episode OverviewIn this episode of The YouSchool Podcast, we dive into one of the most important—and surprisingly simple—ways to connect with your kid: saying yes. Whether it’s joining them on a roller coaster,...
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Helping Kids Find Motivation That Matters

Episode Summary:As parents, we want our kids to succeed, but true fulfillment only comes when their goals align with their authentic selves. In this episode, Scott Schimmel dives deep into the science of motivation,...
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Why Letting Go Helps Kids Grow —Autonomy Supportive Parenting

Episode OverviewIn this episode of The YouSchool Podcast, we’re tackling one of the most challenging aspects of parenting: giving your kid the independence they crave while still guiding and supporting them. If you’re...
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Loneliness, Social Media, and Validation: How to Help Your Kids Know They Matter

Episode Summary: In this episode of The YouSchool Podcast, Scott Schimmel dives into the challenges kids face today around feeling seen, valued, and genuinely connected. Growing up in a world driven by social media,...
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Teach Your Kids to Show Other Kids They Matter

Episode Summary:In this episode of The YouSchool Podcast, Scott Schimmel dives into the importance of teaching kids how to help others feel like they matter. Growing up is already challenging, and social media only...
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Help Your Teen Thrive: Using Mattering as a Parenting Strategy

Show Notes Episode SummaryIn this episode of The YouSchool Podcast, Scott Schimmel breaks down the concept of "mattering" and why it’s crucial for teenage development. Drawing from the latest research by Gordon Flett,...
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Curiosity as a Compass: Helping Your Kid Discover Their Path in Life

Summary In this episode of the YouSchool podcast, Scott Schimmel discusses the importance of guiding children towards clarity in their interests and career paths. He reflects on his personal experiences as a parent...
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Helping Your Kids Find Clarity in a Foggy World: Episode 126 by Scott Schimmel

In this episode, Scott Schimmel dives deep into one of the biggest challenges parents face—helping their kids navigate the natural fogginess of adolescence to find clarity in their lives. Scott shares personal...
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The Right vs. Wrong Expectations for Your Kid’s Future

Summary In this episode of the YouSchool Podcast, Scott Schimmel discusses the importance of guiding children towards self-awareness and fulfillment, particularly in the context of social media and identity formation....
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Teach Your Kids Kindness Online: How to Guide Positive Behavior in Texts and Gaming

Links from the Episode: Take our short survey - https://bit.ly/parent-tech-concern-survey Check out our Tech Healthy Parenting Course, and start guiding your family to healthier tech habits...
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Teaching Your Kids Critical Thinking on Social Media

In this episode, we explore the critical issue of guiding your kids to become thoughtful, self-aware individuals in the age of social media. Join Scott Schimmel, President and Chief Guide of The YouSchool, as he...
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The Silent Epidemic: How Phones Are Stealing Our Teens’ Attention

Summary In this conversation, Tyler and Scott discuss the harmful impact of cell phones on children's development and social media. They explore three specific topics: the negative effects of phone distractions on...
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START Being More Intentional With Your Kids!

Besides keeping your kids healthy and safe, what else can you do to ensure they'll become happy and successful adults? With the time you have with them—downtime, drive time, meal time, and bedtime, what will YOU do to engage them intentionally? 

Each week, we'll send you an actionable tip on how to engage more with your kids, whether they're 8 or 18.

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