by admin | Jan 1, 2012 | Radio Shows
Why are boys lagging behind girls academically? New data shows that boys have dropped behind in reading in every state; this problem seems to cut to the core of boys’ difficulties keeping up in school. Additionally, struggling boys are twice as likely as girls to be suspended, and three times as likely face school expulsion. In this episode, Nurse Rona and guests discuss how we can more effectively engage boys in school and motivate them to succeed.
• Matt Foley, a coach at Student Organizational Services.
• Love Weinstock, assistant head of the East Bay School for Boys.
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by admin | Dec 25, 2011 | Happiness Matters Podcast, Podcasts
What would you like to change in the New Year? What would your kids like to change? Making New Year’s resolutions can be a fun—and productive—family activity. Here is the habit tracker we reference in this podcast: http://greatergood.berkeley.edu/images/tools/try-this/try-this-Habits7-days-b.pdf Aired: December 2011
by admin | Dec 20, 2011 | Happiness Matters Podcast, Podcasts
Think you have to put up with your mean mother or drunk uncle again at your big holiday meal this year? Think again. Rona and I discuss five ways to make challenging relationships less difficult over the holidays. Aired: December 2011
by admin | Dec 18, 2011 | Radio Shows
With the holiday season in full swing, it can be easy to focus on presents and forget the deeper meanings of rituals and celebrations. In this episode, Nurse Rona and guests discuss how to cultivate and embrace gratitude and giving.
• Jeremy Adam Smith is a contributing editor at the Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley.
• Angela Louie Howard is the founder and director of Lotus Bloom, a child and family resource center.
• Daniel Lurie, the CEO and ED of Tipping Point.
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by admin | Dec 11, 2011 | Radio Shows
Children are deeply affected when parents divorce — the holidays are a time when such challenges are brought to the forefront. It’s important for parents to remember communicate respectfully with each other for their children’s sake. In this episode, Nurse Rona and guests discuss the impact of divorce on families and how to enjoy each other’s company during the holidays and all year long.
• Susan Pease Gadoua, author of the Contemplating Divorce, A Step-by-Step Guide to Deciding Whether to Stay or Go.
• Kadie Kelly, the founder of The Oakland Single Parents Network.
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