66- Mental Health in the Foreign Service
The Big Purple Blob PODCAST
The Big Purple Blob welcomes Dr. Fae and insights into Mental Health. Join Susie and Fae as they discuss the realities of diplo-living. Dr Fae Frederick, of Online Therapy, Int., Counseling Psychologist EFM offering mental health support services for EFMs, FSOs and other expats. We talk about three parts of the system we live in (individual, family, community) and how they impact mental health.
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65- Moving Mindset, Get Your Head Around Your Next Move
The Big Purple Blob PODCAST
"Moving is soooooo hard. It's just so much work." Or...is it? Jennie and Angi talk about the overwhelm that can happen and what YOU can do about it to feel stronger and maybe even slightly less stressed this summer. These are the REAL stories of EFMs ready to offer support- Angi & Jennie are both moving overseas (again) next month. Jennie- https://www.Expatmom.com Angi- http://www.teenlines.com
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64- The GOOD Goodbye- How we help our TCKs
The Big Purple Blob PODCAST
The Good Goodbye - In this episode, Katie and Jennie will share how to help your child say goodbye to the people, places, and things that matter to them, and why it matters in your globally mobile life. Resources How to support your child when they really don't want to move again - Parent coaching with Jennie to help navigate the transition and feel better faster - Virtual tutoring with Katie to help your child feel confident in school no matter where you live in the world. by Lauren Wells - A practical guide to processing grief with third...
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63- Independence vs. Returning Home at age 22
The Big Purple Blob PODCAST
Young Adulthood in 2022 comes with some different expectations and challenges compared to what we had growing up. Parents today are facing "Failure to Launch" concerns when kids return home or aren't ready to claim total independant living. How are we teaching our TCKs to think about being self-reliant, understanding finances and making their own way in the world? Susie works with parents: Angi works with Teens & Parents:
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62 Getting Teens School Ready During Summer Break
The Big Purple Blob PODCAST
Summer break often brings in temptations to leave all thoughts of school and academics behind. Katie and Sharoya share some great ideas for staying on track while not getting too caught up in academic pressures. The Big Purple Blob Resources: Ep. Ep.003 Online Tutors Wyzant - Expert online tutors Ambassador Academics - EFM tutors Academic Resources Khan Academy - A free academic platform for children from Kindergarten - 12th-grade Lexia - A paid platform for developing reading Outschool - A variety...
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61 Living Life ON HOLD: Waiting for a decision from Post
The Big Purple Blob PODCAST
How do you manage life when waiting to hear what Post will decide about your future? This is a struggle many of us face. Join Angi (Life Coach for Teens) and Susie (Wellness Coach) to hear how they make it work. Work with Susie directly here. Get support for your teen here.
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60- Let's Talk Postpartum w/an Expert
The Big Purple Blob PODCAST
Join Ingrid and Susie to talk about wellness after the baby is born. For Expats who aren't surrounded by the support of their hometown and familiar faces postpartum challenges can be overwhelming. Ingrid Hanifen, Susie Corcz-Brown
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59- Raising Confident Multicultural Kids- Third Culture Parenting
The Big Purple Blob PODCAST
Sharoya Ham and Angie Collins, two brilliant Moms, who share their wisdom on building confidence for your kids through experiences and open communication.
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058- Unaccompanied Tours- EFM True Stories
The Big Purple Blob PODCAST
Katie and Susie discuss the real life ups and downs of life when your partner is taking an unaccompanied tour. ^ information and resources from GCLO for unaccompanied tours Real Post reports from all posts, including unaccompanied posts. Give a real look at Instability Monitoring and Analysis Platform (IMAP) ^ Provides insights into potential challenges of different posts Interactive and supportive group OpenNet Links Resiliency List of resiliency resources to support the direct hire, adult and child EFMs available from State Special Incentive...
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057- Bullying-proof Third Culture Kids 2022
The Big Purple Blob PODCAST
It's difficult to know how to support your child when they are being bullied. In this episode of the BPB, Jennie and Katie will share their experiences on ways to empower your child and times to step in when it comes to bullying on the compound, on the bus, or at school. Links: Problem Solving Strategies for Elementary Age Children:
info_outline10 Holiday Stressors
1. Failing to order gifts on time (3:11)
2. Stressing about what to cook & how to cook it. (5:56)
3. Experiencing generalized worry (10:03)
4. Feeling alone (14:32)
5. Indulging in too much food (18:56)
6. Indulging in too many glasses of wine & spirits (23:58)
7. Attending lots of functions (27:20)
8. Experiencing seasonal affective disorder (SAD) (31:45)
9. Resisenting what is (35:41)
10. Setting high expectations for the new year (39:12)
11. Dealing with insomnia (41:50)
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* Take an online assessment for depression to make sure you are in a healthy place.