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Ever wonder why your child holds it together all day at school, only to completely fall apart the moment they get home? In this episode of The Child Psych Podcast, registered psychologists Tammy Schamuhn and Tania Johnson explore why children often save their biggest emotions for the people they feel safest with. From after-school meltdowns to emotional outbursts over seemingly small things, Tammy and Tania unpack what may be happening beneath the surface and why these behaviours aren't necessarily signs of defiance or poor parenting. In this episode, you'll discover: - Why children fall apart with their parents: How emotional safety, attachment, and the effort of holding it together throughout the day can contribute to meltdowns at home. - The hidden cost of being good all day: Why following rules, managing friendships, and meeting expectations can leave children emotionally exhausted. - Why small things trigger big reactions: Understanding how accumulated stress and unmet needs can overwhelm a child's capacity to cope. - How to respond without escalating the meltdown: Practical ways to offer connection, co-regulation, and boundaries when emotions run high. - How to prevent the after-school explosion: Simple strategies to support decompression, emotional regulation, and connection. The takeaway: Your child's biggest emotions aren't always a reflection of how you're parenting. Sometimes, they're a sign of just how hard your child has been working to hold everything together. Join Tammy and Tania for a compassionate, practical conversation that will help you see your child's meltdowns through a different lens—and feel more confident supporting them through those difficult moments. Join us for our upcoming FREE Parenting Summit, November 16–19! 🎉 Four days of inspiring conversations, expert insights, and practical parenting tools—all completely free! 👉 Register here: https://instituteofchildpsychology.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are we protecting our children—or unintentionally making them more anxious and less confident? In this episode of The Child Psych Podcast, we sit down with Lenore Skenazy, founder of the Free-Range Kids movement and co-founder of Let Grow, to explore how overprotective parenting may be contributing to childhood anxiety, declining independence, and a lack of resilience in today's children. Lenore challenges us to rethink modern parenting and the culture of fear surrounding childhood. We discuss why giving children age-appropriate freedom, opportunities for healthy risk-taking, and space to solve problems independently is essential for building confidence, emotional resilience, and problem-solving skills. Together, we explore the connection between parental anxiety and childhood anxiety, why children need more independent play and unsupervised experiences, and how parents can move away from helicopter parenting without compromising their children's safety. You'll discover how small changes in parenting can help children develop greater independence, self-esteem, emotional regulation, and the confidence to navigate life's challenges. Because raising resilient kids isn't about protecting them from every challenge—it's about helping them believe they can handle challenges themselves. Whether you're raising an anxious child, struggling with the urge to overprotect, or simply looking for ways to foster independence, this conversation offers a refreshing perspective on raising confident, capable, and resilient children. To find out more about Let Grow , click here Join us for our upcoming FREE Parenting Summit, November 16–19! 🎉 Four days of inspiring conversations, expert insights, and practical parenting tools—all completely free! 👉 Register here: https://instituteofchildpsychology.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we sit down with Julie Lythcott-Haims, New York Times bestselling author of How to Raise an Adult, to explore how well-intentioned parenting can sometimes get in the way of the very skills children need to become capable, confident adults. Julie unpacks the rise of the “checklisted childhood,” where success can become defined by grades, activities, achievements, and getting into the “right” school, and explains how this pressure can undermine independence, self-efficacy, and a child’s ability to discover who they really are. We talk about why parents often overhelp out of love and fear, how to know when support becomes overparenting, and why struggle, failure, responsibility, and everyday life skills are so important for healthy development. We also explore how parents can step back without becoming disconnected, support anxious or struggling children without rescuing them, and shift from managing a child’s life to becoming a trusted guide. Julie offers a powerful reminder that the goal of parenting is not to create a perfect childhood, but to prepare children to navigate adulthood with confidence, resilience, and a sense of ownership over their own lives. Julie Lythcott-Haims is a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and former Stanford dean. She is best known for How to Raise an Adult, which explores how overparenting and achievement culture can undermine children’s independence, resilience, and self-confidence—and how parents can better prepare kids to become capable, self-directed adults. Get Julie's Book "How to Raise an Adult"Join us for our upcoming FREE Parenting Summit, November 16–19! 🎉 Four days of inspiring conversations, expert insights, and practical parenting tools—all completely free! 👉 Register here: https://instituteofchildpsychology.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are we raising our children, or are Big Tech, big business, and algorithms quietly doing it for us? In this thought-provoking episode of The Child Psych Podcast, psychologist Tania Johnson sits down with Dr. Susan Linn, psychologist, author, and one of the world's leading voices on creative play and the commercialization of childhood. Drawing from her groundbreaking book Who's Raising the Kids?, Susan explores how technology companies, advertisers, toy manufacturers, and even schools have become powerful influences in children's lives—often shaping their values, relationships, attention, and development in ways parents never intended. Together, Tania and Susan unpack what it means to parent in a world where children's attention has become one of the world's most valuable commodities. They discuss why the conversation isn't about blaming parents or banning technology, but about reclaiming childhood through connection, imaginative play, boredom, and real-world experiences. Susan also shares practical, hopeful ways families can resist the pressures of consumer culture and raise children whose identities are shaped by relationships rather than algorithms. In this episode, you'll learn: Why the biggest competition for your child's attention isn't other children—it's an industry built to capture it. How Big Tech and big business influence children's values, relationships, learning, and emotional well-being. Why imaginative play is one of the most important foundations for healthy child development. The hidden ways marketing reaches children through toys, apps, schools, games, and digital media. How parents can reclaim their influence without relying on guilt or fear. Practical ways to foster creativity, connection, and resilience in a commercialized world. Why protecting childhood isn't about eliminating technology—it's about ensuring children have the freedom to be children. If you've ever wondered why it feels harder than ever to compete with screens, devices, and digital entertainment, this conversation will leave you informed, empowered, and inspired. More importantly, it will remind you that parents remain the most powerful influence in a child's life—and that it's never too late to reclaim that role. Dr. Susan Linn is an internationally recognized psychologist, author, ventriloquist, and one of the world's leading advocates for protecting childhood from the harmful effects of commercialism and excessive screen use. Through her research, writing, and advocacy, she has spent decades helping parents understand the importance of play, creativity, and connection in raising healthy, resilient children. To learn more about Dr. Linn or to purchase Who's Raising the Kids? Big Tech, Big Business, and the Lives of Children, click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Most parents know that play is important. But what if it's not the game that matters most—it's how you show up while you're playing? In this episode of The Child Psych Podcast, child psychologists Tammy Schamuhn and Tania Johnson pull back the curtain on what therapists know about play that every parent can use at home. Drawing from the principles of child-centred play therapy, they explore how simple shifts in the way you play can strengthen attachment, build emotional safety, and help your child feel deeply seen and understood. You'll learn why following your child's lead is more powerful than directing the activity, how presence and attunement create the foundation for emotional regulation, and why children often communicate their inner world through play long before they have the words to explain it. Whether you have five minutes before bedtime or an afternoon at the park, these practical techniques will help you create moments of connection that support your child's emotional development for years to come. In this episode, you'll learn: Why your presence matters more than the activity itself. The power of child-directed play and why following your child's lead builds confidence and connection. How attunement helps children feel safe, understood, and emotionally secure. Simple play therapy techniques every parent can use at home. What reflective responding is and how it deepens connection without needing to solve or fix. How play supports emotional regulation, communication, and resilience. Easy ways to create meaningful moments of connection, even in the middle of a busy day. You don't need expensive toys, elaborate activities, or hours of free time to build a strong relationship with your child. Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is slow down, enter their world, and simply be present." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Love Over Algorithms: Raising Kids Who Choose Connection Over Screens with Nikki Martyn Screens aren't just competing for our children's attention—they're competing for their relationships. And while many parents focus on limiting screen time, what if the real solution isn't found in stronger rules, but in stronger connections? In this episode of The Child Psych Podcast, psychologist Tania Johnson sits down with parenting educator and author Nikki Martin to discuss her new book, Love Over Algorithms. Together, they explore how today's digital world is shaping our children, why technology struggles are often relationship struggles, and how parents can create homes where connection is more compelling than the endless pull of the algorithm. Nikki introduces practical, research-informed tools that help families move beyond constant battles over devices. From the Love Loop and the L.O.V.E. Method to the power of the Pause Moment, she shares simple strategies that foster emotional safety, trust, and healthy technology habits without relying on shame, fear, or endless punishment. This conversation offers a refreshing perspective for parents who want to raise digitally healthy children while protecting what matters most—the parent-child relationship. In this episode, you'll learn: Why technology challenges are often rooted in relationship, not just screen time.The difference between the Dopamine Loop and the Love Loop, and why connection changes everything.How to use the L.O.V.E. Method during everyday screen-time struggles.Why the Pause Moment can completely change difficult interactions.How narrating your own technology use helps children develop healthy digital habits.What it means to move from control to trust using the Three Cs of Consent.Practical ways to create a home where children naturally choose connection over constant scrolling.Whether you're introducing your child's first device or navigating daily battles over phones, gaming, or social media, this episode will leave you with practical tools and renewed confidence to raise children who thrive in a digital world—without sacrificing connection along the way. Dr. Nikki Martyn is a parenting educator, speaker, and author of Love Over Algorithms. Passionate about helping families navigate the digital world with confidence, she equips parents with practical, relationship-first strategies that foster healthy technology habits, emotional connection, and resilience in an age of constant distraction. To learn more about Nikki or to purchase Love Over Algorithms, click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feeding children can bring up so much pressure. Are they eating enough? Are they getting the right nutrients? Should we limit sugar? What do we do when they refuse everything on their plate? In this episode, Tania is joined by Jennifer Anderson, registered dietitian, founder of Kids Eat in Color, and author of the new book, Feed Them Well: A Guide to Raising Healthy, Confident Eaters for Life. Jennifer takes us deep into the research on how children learn to eat and what happens when parents restrict certain foods, pressure kids to eat, or try to tightly control what and how much they consume. She explores the difference between restrictive feeding practices and helping children learn to listen to their own hunger and fullness cues, and why our best intentions around nutrition can sometimes have unexpected consequences. They also dig into picky eating, sugar, treats, highly processed foods, food rules, body image, and the enormous amount of pressure parents feel to “get feeding right.” How much control should parents actually have? Should dessert be restricted? What do we do when our child would happily live on crackers? And can giving children more freedom around food actually help them make better choices over time? Jennifer brings the research, practical strategies, and plenty of reassurance for parents who want their children to eat well without creating fear, shame, or battles around food. This is a fascinating conversation about what it really takes to raise children who are not only well nourished, but who grow up trusting themselves around food. To order your book now, click here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If every request turns into a battle, mornings feel like a marathon, and you're constantly walking the line between staying calm and completely losing your patience, you're not alone. In this episode of The Child Psych Podcast, psychologist Tania Johnson sits down with parenting educator Kirk Martin, founder of CelebrateCalm, to explore why some children seem to push every button—and what parents can do instead of yelling, threatening, or repeating themselves for the tenth time. Kirk shares practical, down-to-earth strategies for parenting strong-willed, highly sensitive, and emotionally intense children. Together, he and Tania discuss why traditional discipline often backfires, how parents can become the calm anchor their children need, and simple ways to reduce daily power struggles while building trust and cooperation. Rather than trying to control children's behaviour, this conversation focuses on understanding what's driving it and responding in ways that help children develop emotional regulation, confidence, and resilience. In this episode, you'll learn: Why some children are naturally more intense, persistent, or emotionally reactive. How to stop getting pulled into daily power struggles. Practical ways to stay calm when your child is escalating. Why connection creates more lasting change than constant correction. Simple phrases that de-escalate conflict and encourage cooperation. How to build your child's emotional regulation while strengthening your relationship. Small changes that can make family life feel calmer and more connected. Whether you're parenting a toddler with big feelings, a school-aged child who argues about everything, or a teenager who seems impossible to motivate, this episode will leave you feeling understood—and equipped with practical tools you can start using today.                                                   Kirk Martin is the founder of CelebrateCalm and one of North America's leading parenting educators, known for helping families reduce power struggles and create calmer, more connected homes. Drawing on decades of experience working with strong-willed children, he shares practical, compassionate strategies that help parents respond with confidence instead of frustration. To learn more about Kirk or explore his parenting resources, click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When the world shut down during the COVID-19 pandemic, Dan Shapiro was simply looking for something meaningful to do with his son. What began as an after-school chess club quickly turned into an unexpected journey that challenged everything he thought he knew about intelligence, learning, and what it really means to help a child thrive. In this episode of The Child Psych Podcast, psychologist Tania Johnson sits down with Dan, author of Decoding Genius: The Unexpected Lessons of After-School Chess Club, to explore the remarkable lessons hidden within one of the world's oldest games. Driven by his son's growing passion for chess, Dan immersed himself in the fascinating history and science of the game, uncovering stories of blindfold chess masters, child prodigies, remarkable feats of memory, and the surprising reasons cultures around the world have long viewed chess as a powerful tool for developing the mind. But this conversation isn't really about raising chess champions. It's about raising children who can think ahead, tolerate frustration, recover from mistakes, embrace challenge, and discover the quiet confidence that comes from mastering something difficult. Together, Tania and Dan explore why meaningful struggle is essential for healthy development, how chess strengthens executive functioning and emotional regulation, and what every parent can learn from a simple game played across a checkered board. In this episode, you'll learn: How one family's pandemic chess journey became a lesson in resilience, confidence, and connection.Why chess develops much more than strategic thinking.The fascinating history of chess and why it has captivated brilliant minds for centuries.How children build executive functioning through planning, pattern recognition, and decision-making.Why mistakes, setbacks, and losing are essential ingredients for growth.How parents can foster curiosity, perseverance, and a love of learning without creating pressure to perform.Why the greatest lessons children learn through chess have very little to do with winning. Whether your child is already a chess enthusiast or has never played a single game, this conversation will inspire you to think differently about challenge, mastery, and the hidden moments that shape a child's developing mind.                                                                           Dan Shapiro is an author, entrepreneur, and lifelong student of learning and human potential. Inspired by his son's journey into competitive chess during the COVID-19 pandemic, he wrote Decoding Genius to explore the surprising ways chess develops resilience, creativity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning. To learn more about Dan or to purchase Decoding Genius: The Unexpected Lessons of After-School Chess Club, click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your teenager barely leaves their room. They're gaming for hours, avoiding school, pushing every button, and every conversation ends in an argument. You've tried consequences. You've tried backing off. You've tried talking, therapy, and taking devices away. Yet nothing seems to change. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. In this episode of The Child Psych Podcast, psychologist Tania Johnson sits down with family therapist Dr. Scott Sells, author of Parenting Your Out-of-Control Teenager, to discuss what parents can do when they feel like they've lost both their authority and their connection with their teen. Rather than focusing on quick fixes, Dr. Sells explains why so many families become trapped in cycles of conflict and power struggles. Together, they explore how anxiety, gaming, depression, trauma, entitlement, and family dynamics often become intertwined, making it difficult for parents to know where to begin. Most importantly, Dr. Sells offers practical strategies that help parents step out of constant battles and begin leading their families with both confidence and compassion. This conversation is filled with hope for parents who feel exhausted, discouraged, or afraid that it's too late to reconnect with their teenager. In this episode, you'll learn: The first thing parents should stop doing when their teen seems completely checked out.Why power struggles around screens often make the problem worse.How to stay calm when your teen knows exactly how to push your buttons.The difference between treating the behavior and understanding what's driving it.Practical screen boundaries that reduce conflict instead of escalating it.How to rebuild motivation, responsibility, and hope in a teenager who seems to have given up.Why healthy parenting isn't about choosing between love or limits—it's about learning how to provide both at the same time. Whether you're parenting a teen who is struggling with gaming, anxiety, school refusal, depression, or constant conflict, this episode offers practical tools and a fresh perspective to help you move from surviving each day to rebuilding your relationship—and your confidence as a parent. About Dr. Scott Sells Dr. Scott Sells is an internationally recognized psychologist, family therapist, speaker, and the creator of the evidence-based Parenting with Love and Limits® model. For more than 30 years, he has helped families navigate some of the most challenging adolescent behaviours, including defiance, aggression, school refusal, anxiety, depression, substance use, and technology-related conflict. His practical, compassionate approach has helped thousands of parents rebuild both authority and connection with their teens. To learn more about Dr. Sells, click here or to purchase Parenting Your Out-of-Control Teenager: 8 Strategies to Reestablish Authority and Reclaim Love, click here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For years, parents have been told to talk to their children about their feelings. But what if talking isn't always what children need most? In this episode of The Child Psych Podcast, child psychologists Tammy Schamuhn and Tania Johnson challenge one of today's most common parenting messages. While emotional literacy is incredibly important, there are moments when constantly asking children how they feel can unintentionally keep them stuck in their emotions instead of helping them move through them. Tammy and Tania explore the difference between acknowledging feelings and over-focusing on them. They discuss why children need more than conversations—they need co-regulation, play, movement, connection, and opportunities to experience competence. You'll learn when to lean into emotional conversations, when to simply be present, and how to help children build resilience without making every difficult moment the center of attention. If you've ever wondered, "Am I talking about feelings too much?" this episode offers a balanced, compassionate perspective grounded in attachment, neuroscience, and child development. In this episode, you'll learn: • Why talking about feelings isn't always the most effective intervention. • The difference between validating emotions and unintentionally reinforcing them. • When children need connection instead of conversation. • How play, movement, and co-regulation help children process difficult emotions. • Why emotional resilience comes from experiencing feelings—not avoiding them or over-analyzing them. • Practical ways to respond when your child is upset without turning every moment into a therapy session. This conversation isn't about talking less with your child—it's about knowing when words help, when presence matters more, and how to support children in ways that foster lasting emotional health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of The Child Psych Podcast, Tammy sits down with Dr. Daniel Amen, physician, double board-certified psychiatrist, founder of Amen Clinics, and author of *Raising Mentally Strong Kids", for a powerful conversation about children’s brain health. Dr. Amen explains why we need to shift the way we talk about “mental health” and begin thinking more deeply about brain health. He shares how children’s brains are shaped by everyday choices — including nutrition, sleep, movement, screens, stress, connection, substances, and the environments they grow up in. Together, Tammy and Dr. Amen explore how parents can teach children to love and care for their brains, rather than simply nagging them about what not to do. They discuss practical ways to support children with ADHD, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and low resilience by looking at the brain and body as deeply connected systems. In this episode, we discuss: ▪️ Why “mental health” is really brain health ▪️ How brain health impacts anxiety, ADHD, mood, learning, and resilience ▪️ Why gut health matters for children’s emotional well-being ▪️ The role of protein, healthy fats, fiber, and blood sugar regulation ▪️ Why screens and social media can affect dopamine and motivation ▪️ The importance of delaying smartphones and setting technology boundaries ▪️ How sleep, movement, sunlight, and exercise support the developing brain ▪️ Why connection, listening, and attachment help protect children’s mental health ▪️ How parents can build “brain reserve” and resilience in their children ▪️ What parents can do to model brain-healthy habits at home Dr. Amen reminds us that children make better choices when they understand their brains. When kids learn to ask, “Is this good for my brain or bad for it?” they begin to build a foundation for healthier decisions, stronger relationships, greater resilience, and lifelong well-being. This episode is a must-listen for parents, educators, clinicians, and anyone who wants to help children grow strong, healthy brains. Dr. Daniel Amen is a physician, double board-certified psychiatrist, award-winning researcher, and founder of Amen Clinics, which has 11 locations across the United States. His mission is to end mental illness by creating a revolution in brain health. Amen Clinics uses brain SPECT imaging as part of its clinical approach and reports having one of the world’s largest databases of brain scans related to behavior, with scans from patients across 155 countries. Dr. Amen is also a bestselling author whose work focuses on brain health, mental health, ADHD, anxiety, addiction, trauma, resilience, and helping families build healthier brains. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why are so many autistic women missed in childhood? And what happens when a parent's journey to understand their child leads to a life-changing discovery about themselves? In this episode of The Child Psych Podcast, we welcome Julie M. Green, author of Motherness: A Memoir of Generational Autism, Parenthood, and Radical Acceptance. Julie shares her powerful story of parenting an autistic child, navigating a late autism diagnosis, and finally making sense of a lifetime of experiences that had never quite fit together. For many women, autism goes undiagnosed for decades. Traits are often misunderstood, hidden through masking, or mistaken for anxiety, perfectionism, sensitivity, or social difficulties. Julie's journey sheds light on the unique presentation of autism in women and girls, while offering hope for those seeking answers later in life. In this conversation, we explore: ▪️ Autism in women and why so many girls are missed ▪️ Late autism diagnosis and its emotional impact ▪️ Parenting an autistic child ▪️ Masking and autistic burnout ▪️ Neurodiversity and self-acceptance ▪️ Autism in families and generational autism ▪️ Supporting autistic children and autistic parents ▪️ Identity, belonging, and mental health ▪️ What radical acceptance looks like after diagnosis Whether you're a parent of an autistic child, an educator, clinician, or someone wondering if you may be autistic yourself, this episode provides valuable insight into autism spectrum disorder, neurodivergence, parenting, and self-discovery. Julie's story is a powerful reminder that understanding ourselves can happen at any age—and that sometimes the people we love most help us find our way there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are well-meaning parenting phrases doing more harm than good? In this episode of The Child Psych Podcast, child psychologists Tammy Schamuhn and Tania Johnson unpack five common phrases many parents use every day—phrases like "Good job!" and "Be careful!"—and explore how they may unintentionally shape children's confidence, resilience, independence, and self-belief. While these phrases often come from a place of love and protection, research in child development suggests that the words we use matter. The goal isn't to make parents feel guilty—it's to become more intentional about the messages children receive about themselves, their abilities, and the world around them. Tammy and Tania discuss practical alternatives that encourage intrinsic motivation, problem-solving, emotional regulation, confidence, and healthy risk-taking. They explain why small shifts in language can have a powerful impact on children's long-term development and self-esteem. In this episode, you'll learn: ▪️ Why "Good job!" may not be the praise children need most ▪️What to say instead of "Be careful!" ▪️ How language influences confidence, motivation, and resilience ▪️Common parenting phrases that can unintentionally increase anxiety ▪️ Simple communication strategies that foster emotional growth and independence If you've ever wondered how to raise confident, capable, and resilient children, this conversation will help you rethink some of the most common parenting advice and give you practical tools you can start using today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Boys are struggling — academically, emotionally, socially, and developmentally. But what do boys actually need to grow into healthy, grounded, responsible young men? In this episode of The Child Psych Podcast, Tammy sits down with Dr. Alan Hahn doctoral-level educator, founder of Iron Academy, and author of The Iron Academy, to explore the modern crisis facing boys and young men. Together, they discuss why so many boys are struggling in school, mental health, motivation, identity, and purpose — and what parents, educators, and communities can do to help. Dr. Hahn shares why boys need more than lectures or discipline. They need joy, community, accountability, identity, responsibility, and meaningful rites of passage. This conversation explores how we can help boys move from simply consuming to contributing — and why young men need trusted adults who will guide them with both love and high expectations. In this episode, we discuss: ▪️ Why boys are struggling in today’s culture ▪️ How schools may be failing to meet boys’ developmental needs ▪️ The importance of joy, community, accountability, and identity ▪️ Why boys need responsibility and opportunities to build competence ▪️ How screens, pornography, gaming, and digital culture can shape identity ▪️ The role of male mentorship and brotherhood ▪️ Why rites of passage still matter ▪️ How parents can create a family culture rooted in values ▪️ Why boys need adults who delight in them, not just push them This episode is an important conversation for parents, educators, therapists, and anyone who cares about helping boys become healthy, connected, purposeful young men. Dr. Alan Hahn is a doctoral-level educator, author, founder, and CEO of Iron Academy, a private all-male school in Raleigh, North Carolina, serving boys in grades 6–12. His work focuses on helping families and communities form boys into young men of character, responsibility, leadership, faith, and purpose. Through Iron Academy, Dr. Hahn has developed an educational and mentorship model rooted in intentional male formation, rites of passage, brotherhood, moral development, accountability, and service. His work addresses what he describes as a modern crisis of masculinity by helping boys develop a clear identity, a sense of responsibility, and a vision for becoming mature, virtuous men. To find out more, please click here: https://www.amazon.ca/Iron-Academy-Forging-Young-Fight/dp/B0FJ47PLM6 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.