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In this episode, I’m excited to introduce my new friend, Kerry Hew. Kerry is a father of three boys, and we met at a recent Speakers Institute event. He’s here to share his intentional approach to parenting, focusing on raising his sons to be confident communicators and preparing them for adulthood.

Kerry talks about a unique exercise he created with his boys to help build their communication skills. He had them record short, two-minute videos each day, working on public speaking and storytelling. Through consistent practice, they not only became more confident, but they also opened up about their daily lives, leading to deeper conversations that wouldn’t have happened otherwise.

This simple practice evolved into a 30-day course called "Raise the Rizz," which Kerry designed to help parents and kids strengthen their bond while developing important communication skills. Originally aimed at dads and sons, it’s now adapted for any parent-child combination. The course includes fun, practical exercises that build charisma and storytelling abilities in a low-pressure, engaging way.

Kerry and I also discuss the importance of communication in today’s digital world, where kids often spend more time on their phones than in face-to-face interactions. He shares how this exercise transformed his relationship with his sons, and how any parent can do something similar at home to build stronger connections.

If you’re looking for ways to help your child grow into a confident communicator while strengthening your relationship, this episode is full of practical advice and inspiration from Kerry’s experience.

You can connect with Kerry on his social media platforms:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerryhew/

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kerry.hew/

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kerry.hew/

• X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/kerryhew/

And check out his website for more resources: https://www.raisetherizz.com.

I can’t wait for you to hear it!

Hello, and welcome back to The Parent Doctor Podcast. I'm your host, Dr. Marissa Caudill. Please rate and follow this podcast to help spread this resource, and be sure to visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠theparentdoctor.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to sign up for my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or join the monthly ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠book club⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, both are FREE!

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In this bonus episode of The Parent Doctor Podcast, we tackle a critical topic: preparing ourselves and our children for their first smartphones. Drawing insights from my October 2024 webinar, we explore how smartphones, introduced almost two decades ago, have revolutionized our world and created unique challenges for parenting.

From the mental health impacts of social media to the importance of setting clear boundaries around screen time, this episode is packed with practical advice for empowering kids to use technology as a tool rather than being controlled by it. I also share strategies for having tough conversations about online safety, privacy, and the risks associated with apps, games, and social media.

Additionally, learn about my Empowered Parent Inner Circle (EPIC) program, a transformative six-week small-group coaching experience designed for parents of kids ages 5 and up. In this close-knit experience, you’ll be working side by side with other committed parents to define your family’s values, build stronger connections with your kids, and navigate modern parenting challenges with confidence. It’s an amazingly supportive community and we have a lot of fun!

Tune in to discover how to guide your kids through the smartphone journey with intention, compassion, and clarity. Let’s help our children thrive in a digital world while strengthening family bonds.

Interested in learning more about the EPIC program? Our next cohort starts December 4, 2024. Head over to epic.theparentdoctor.com for more details. If you’re catching up with this after that date, please get on the waitlist to be notified of the next open enrollment.

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In this episode of The Parent Doctor, I sit down with Rudy Smith, an educator with over 30 years of experience, to dive into his personal journey through divorce, career transitions, and fatherhood. Rudy opens up about the emotional challenges of going through a divorce after 25 years of marriage while raising three children, including a 13-year-old daughter. He shares how he navigated that painful time and how co-parenting has evolved for him and his ex-wife.

Rudy also talks about the impact his high-pressure career had on his family and the pivotal moment when he decided to step away from his long-standing career in education to pursue a new path as a health entrepreneur. We explore how listening to his inner voice helped him make that life-altering decision, even though it was scary, and how it ultimately led him to a more present and fulfilling relationship with his children.

Throughout our conversation, Rudy reflects on the spiritual practices that have guided him through these transitions and how they’ve allowed him to find peace and resilience in the face of adversity. His story is a powerful reminder of the importance of staying true to ourselves, especially when it comes to balancing career and family life.

This episode touches on themes of authenticity, spirituality, and the deep impact our emotional well-being has on our children. I’m inspired by Rudy’s journey, and I think you’ll find his story both relatable and uplifting. Join us for an honest conversation about parenting, personal growth, and the courage it takes to create a life in alignment with who we really are.

If you'd like to reach out to Rudy, you can contact him at drsmithwrites@gmail.com or visit his website at http://blissfive.com.