We're about to kick off our fourth season here at Edge of the Nest, and we're doing things a little differently this time around. For Season 4, we are bringing back Teresa Nair to have mini roundtable talks around:

1. Self-Regulation
2. Anxiety
3. PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance)
4. Executive Function
5. School Refusal
6. Writing Skills

And if you have any additional topic requests, we would love for you to email us! Some of our favorite past episodes have been inspired by listener requests. You can email at edgeofthenest@gmail.com.

Join us next month as we kick-off Self-Regulation as the first episode in this series.

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Did you know that “rough and tumble play” is associated with greater motor, cognitive, and emotional development in children? But it goes way beyond play wrestling!

Join Erica and Cassie to hear about all things rough and tumble. We will cover:

• What are the benefits of rough and tumble play?
• What constitutes rough and tumble play?
• What if I don’t want to or can’t wrestle with my kids?
• How do I keep myself and my child safe during rough and tumble play?

**Resources**

• The Art of Roughhousing: Good Old-Fashioned Horseplay and Why Every Kid Needs It by Anthony T. DeBenedet, M.D. and Lawrence J. Cohen, PhD (2011).
• Smith, P. K., & StGeorge, J. M. (2022). Play fighting (rough-and-tumble play) in children: developmental and evolutionary perspectives. International Journal of Play, 12(1), 113–126. https://doi.org/10.1080/21594937.2022.2152185
• Pellis, S. M., & Pellis, V. C. (2007). Rough-and-Tumble Play and the Development of the Social Brain. Current Directions in Psychological Science, 16(2), 95-98. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-8721.2007.00483.x
• Carlson, F.M. (2011). Rough Play: One of the Most Challenging Behaviors. https://www.bgnelson.com/workshops/BBGG_Canada/BigBody&ActivePlay.pdf

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Does your child struggle in school? Maybe academics are the challenge. Perhaps their difficulties are more related to the social or emotional aspects of school. Does your child have a diagnosis such as dyslexia, ADHD, autism, dysgraphia, etc? Do sensory processing challenges impact your child’s success? If any of these ring true, this episode is here to empower YOU.

Join Erica and Cassie as we chat with our special guest, Teresa Nair. Teresa helps families navigate the complex journey of neurodiversity—including but not limited to those who are twice exceptional. You’ll hear about Teresa’s path from Silicon Valley to public and private education. In this jam-packed episode, we discuss:

• What is 2e (twice exceptional)? How do we know if our child is 2e?
• The power of utilizing a strength-based paradigm to support neurodivergent education and shifting away from focusing only on one’s deficits.
• The gifts that come with being neurodivergent. The important role neurodivergent people play in making sure our societal “tribe” thrives.
• Addressing the question, “What happens when the ‘traditional ways’ of child-rearing and educating are not working?” Teresa provides insight to help us stop “the continuation of struggle” and instead become curious, ask questions, find community, and explore different opportunities.

If your family faces challenges with education, you don’t have to accept your current reality if it doesn’t feel right. There are options, and this episode serves as a stepping stone onto your new path.

**Resources**

• https://www.reel2e.org/
• Books by Dr. Thomas Armstrong: https://www.institute4learning.com/book-table/
• ADHD 2.0 by Dr. Hallowell and Dr. Ratey: https://drhallowell.com/read/books-by-ned/
• Ross Green’s work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jvzQQDfAL-Q
• Uniquely Human by Barry Prizant: https://barryprizant.com/uniquely-human/

**Contact Teresa**

• Teresa@reel2e.org

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Picky eating is a HUGE challenge that many parents face. Whether your child eats 5 or 20 foods, if mealtime is a source of stress in your household, this episode is for you. Join Erica and Cassie as they discuss:

• The power in APPROACHING food and asking “How Can I” support child-food interactions.
• Why starting with eating is NOT usually the best choice.
• The nuances of the child-food relationship.
• The many root causes of picky eating:
  • Sensory
  • Motor
  • Psycho-social-emotional
  • Nutrient deficiencies
• Practical tips for you to try at home with your child.

**Resources**

Romeo Eats (YouTube Channel for kids): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4wo2ym_a8bNaN3R8jofHaw

Lori Overland: https://talktools.com/products/feeding-book

Dr. Kay Toomey: https://sosapproachtofeeding.com/start-here-parents/

Ellyn Satter: https://www.ellynsatterinstitute.org/

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Have you ever thought, “I’m doing all of the right things, so why am I still [insert your life obstacle here]?”

In the self-development world, we’ve been told we have the power to change our lives. That we just need to get out of our own way. That once we know better, we will do better. But what if you’ve committed yourself to the changes and still are experiencing:

• Immense stress
• Chronic illness
• Emotional dysregulation
• Relationship issues with your spouse, child, parent, etc
• Low self-worth, self-esteem, self-confidence
• Weight gain/loss concerns
• Money troubles
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Work performance issues
• Need we go on?!?!

In this episode, our special guest, Shannon Curran, introduces us to the field of Energy Psychology and the power of repatterning the subconscious mind to help us achieve our health and life goals. In this conversation, you’ll learn:

• What is the subconscious and how is it developed?
• How the subconscious affects the perceptions and experiences of everyday reality.
  • SPOILER ALERT: We operate from our subconscious 90% of the time. YES, 90%!!!
• How Energy Psychology supports profound shifts in your biology.
• How to spot your own limiting beliefs.
• The types of Energy Psychology that may benefit you. This may include:
  • Psych-K
  • EMDR
  • Body Code
  • Emotion Code
  • Subliminal Tapes
  • There are others!

The self-development world is right. You DO have the power to change, let go, or move through what is not serving you. But if negative subconscious programs are at play, no amount of talk therapy, meditation, or healing foods will fully clear the path to your optimal state of wellbeing. We hope you give this episode a listen. And please reach out to either Shannon or Erica/Cassie at edgeofthenest@gmail.com if you have questions!

**Get in Touch with Shannon**

• https://shannoncurran.com/
• https://www.facebook.com/groups/healwithouttherapy
• https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085422160738

***More Resources***

• The Biology of Belief: Unleashing the Power of Consciousness, Matter, and Miracles by Bruce Lipton.
• Karen A. Bowen’s work: https://karenabowen.com/
• More on Psych-K. These are in-depth videos!
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q3-SyZUQv4A
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3m7k7JauLTI
• Parenting from the Inside Out by Dan Siegel and Mary Hartzell

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For any parent who becomes confused or overwhelmed by your child’s behavior at times—this episode is for you. As relational developmental therapists, we do not set out to “fix” behavior but rather help parents and other caregivers to understand a child’s behavior and respond in a way that supports balance, growth, and harmony in the future. Join Erica for this solo episode as she describes the “tools” for relationally resetting your child’s nervous system and mitigate the most challenging behaviors.

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How do you respond to life’s obstacles? Do you often feel a state of FLOW or RESISTANCE in your life?

In this brief episode, Erica and Cassie begin to “plant the seed” for reflection upon the thoughts and actions you take to either facilitate or block ease in the day-to-day. It’s perfectly normal to feel things such as worry, frustration, or overwhelm as we navigate life’s twists and turns. In fact, it’s that emotional activation that serves as a signal or catalyst for growth and change. And don’t think for a second that this process is reserved for only the Big Life Events. In fact, by practicing reflection with the most mundane “obstacles,” you can foster a stronger sense of agency and better communication with self and others, ultimately leading to more flow, ease, and joy.

**Resources**

• Gabor Mate
  • https://drgabormate.com/
  • Podcast episode: How to Understand and Heal Your Trauma. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-1Ukfaf7co

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Have you ever thought about what drives INNATE development? How do we begin to learn to move? To use our eyes in a meaningful way? How does the infant begin to lay foundations for future executive function?

The answer = Primitive Reflexes!

Join Cassie and Erica to learn more about reflex integration as a therapeutic modality to help children and adults address challenges related to motor skills, self-regulation, executive function, visual skills, and more. You’ll learn why Cassie doesn’t like the term “retained reflex” and how these innate movement patterns influence the way we move, think, and feel.

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