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According to Richard Louv and conversations I’ve had with many others, it may be that connection with nature, not just as a recreational backdrop, is essential for human development…both for children and adults. Guelph parents Luke Hill, John Jantunen and Anne Gajerski-Cauley discuss Families in Nature and specifically about their experiences and family [...] Read more...
Grief shows up in many ways during separation and divorce for the one leaving, the one being left, the children, and the extended family and friends. Divorce is a community affair. And while you’re grieving, you’re also expected to navigate the uncertain terrain of co-creating a parenting plan and separation agreement. How the heck do [...] Read more...
While the terrain of separation and divorce can be rocky and uncertain, there are programs, support services, and professionals to help couples navigate this challenging time in their lives. This show provides general information for anyone who is experiencing a relationship breakdown. While the guests will provide options on how you can work with [...] Read more...
Louise Pelletier joins host and producer of Family Matters Radio, Wendy McDonnell, to discuss Family Mediation and Exploring Conflict. Louise is the contact person for family mediation with an organization called Facilitated Solutions. She works in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Her group of mediators work with couples seeking separation or divorce as well as people who are [...] Read more...
Linette M. Daniels joins Wendy McDonnell on Family Matters Radio to talk about teaching youth “how” to think rather than “what” to think. With specific examples of what that looks like from birth to teens, Dr. Daniels discusses why thinking is important; the three Pillars that lead to success at home, school, and in business; [...] Read more...
Chris Mascaro has three teenaged children and became a Single Dad following a divorce four years ago. He shares the joys and challenges of being a Single Dad. If you’re a Single Dad, we’re hoping you feel less alone by getting a glimpse of a typical divorced family from a Dad’s perspective as he supports [...] Read more...
Originally broadcasted January 2, 2011 on CFRU 93.3FM in Guelph, Ontario, this is one of my favourite shows. With counseling and ceremony, Stephen Jenkinson guides individuals, couples, families and communities through all the human sufferings, sorrows and confusions in life. He’s been doing this for a quarter century. We begin our conversation with a quote [...] Read more...
A mother of two children describes her collaborative separation three years ago and how her family life has changed since. A coach and financial planner gave Nadia and her previous partner the support they needed to navigate the turbulent emotional waters of separation while taking care of their kids and the business of divorce. [...] Read more...
Sonny Melendrez shares his personal story of how he’s been able to share his purpose-filled life with his two sons. Sonny is a motivational speaker, broadcaster, animation voice artist, and author of “The Art of Living With Enthusiasm!” which chronicles his life and entertainment career and passion for inspiring parents and children. As host of [...] Read more...
When faced with the death of a loved one, children often ask three questions, called the 3 Cs: 1) Did I cause it? 2) Can I catch it? and 3) Will someone take care of me? Learn how simple honesty, curiosity and wonder, and preparing our children for the windstorms in life can be the [...] Read more...
Wendy McDonnell helps parents create trusting, open relationships with their kids and their partners through her weekly radio show Family Matters, workshops, and coaching. She homeschools with her four spirited children (ages 5-12 years) and her husband. Wendy participates in and assists Family Camps and Leadership Programs to understand, live, and share parenting practices that encourage families to live with compassion, connection and peace. You can also find her spinning tricks with her hula hoop, walking in the woods, and curled up reading a good book alone or with her family. Read more »
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