Choose Better with Dr. Timothy Yen

Dr. Timothy Yen
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Choose Better with Dr. Timothy Yen is a podcast for driven, responsible people who want to build healthier lives, stronger relationships, and meaningful success without losing themselves in the process. Each episode offers practical, faith-informed wisdom on emotional health, relationships, leadership, family, work, and personal growth. The goal is simple: to help you slow down, get honest, and make value-driven choices that move you toward a more whole and purposeful life.

  1. 2d ago

    S3EP04 When School Gets Hard: Grades, Perfectionism & Your Child's Worth

    In this episode, Tim and Dr. Brianne Scott discuss the complexities of achievement performance culture in schools, exploring the pressures students face regarding grades and success. They emphasize the importance of healthy motivations, effective communication, and the need for parents to support their children in a balanced way that values effort over outcomes. Takeaways Balance is key in achievementFocus on effort, not grades Chapters 00:00 Navigating Achievement Performance Culture04:31 Good Intentions Behind Academic Pressure08:19 The Dark Side of Comparison12:15 Redefining Success and Worth14:27 Healthy Motivations for Academic Performance19:22 Effective Communication with Kids22:44 Practical Takeaways for Parents

    S3EP04 When School Gets Hard: Grades, Perfectionism & Your Child's Worth

  2. Oct 19

    S3EP03 What If My Kid Doesn't Fit In? Friendship, Belonging and Peer Pressure

    Dr. Timothy Yen talks with Dr. Brieanne Scott about friendship, belonging, and helping teens navigate the challenges of fitting in. Watching your child struggle with friendships can be difficult. Dr. Scott shares how parents can support their teens, validate their feelings, and help them stay true to their values without damaging the relationship. What You’ll Learn: Why belonging matters during the teen yearsHow peer pressure, withdrawal, and perfectionism affect teensHow to help teens understand their identity and core valuesWhy listening without taking sides mattersHow to validate feelings while offering honest guidanceThe Big Idea: Help your teen feel understood before trying to fix the problem. Belonging matters, but not at the cost of who they are. 📘 Get the Free eBook: https://pivot-co.com/free-ebook/ About Dr. Brieanne Scott: https://pivot-co.com/dr-brieanne-scott/ 🌐 Website: https://pivot-co.com 📱 Follow Pivot Counseling: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pivotco Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pivoturlife Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/timothyyenpsyd/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timkyen Question for You: What’s something you thought everyone at school noticed about you, but nobody actually noticed? #ParentingTeens #TeenFriendships #Belonging #PeerPressure #MentalHealth #ChooseBetter #PivotCounseling #MiddleSchool

    S3EP03 What If My Kid Doesn't Fit In? Friendship, Belonging and Peer Pressure

  3. Oct 9

    S3EP02 Summer ends. School starts. And somehow the whole house feels it.

    As families transition from summer to school mode, how can parents balance structure, consistency, and freedom while helping their children grow? In this conversation, Tim and Dr. Brianne Scott explore the challenges families face during the back-to-school transition, the importance of giving children a sense of agency, and how parents can create routines without being overly controlling. They also discuss the role of consistency in parenting, allowing natural consequences, managing parental expectations, and strengthening relationships through open communication and repair. Learn how to create a supportive family environment that encourages independence, responsibility, and meaningful connections. Takeaways Agency is crucial for kids.Balance structure with freedom.Consistency is key in parenting.Allow natural consequences to support learning and growth.Build stronger relationships through communication and repair.Manage parental expectations and emotions.Create a supportive environment that fosters growth and independence.Chapters 00:00 Navigating the Summer to School Transition 04:20 Understanding Family Dynamics in Summer 10:04 The Importance of Agency in Education 13:30 Balancing Structure and Freedom for Kids 17:03 The Importance of Consistency in Parenting 18:49 Navigating Natural Consequences 21:05 Building Relationships Through Repair 22:07 Managing Parental Expectations and Emotions 24:10 Creating a Supportive Environment for Growth 27:05 Establishing Family Values and Routines 30:00 Engaging Kids in Daily Routines 33:31 Final Thoughts on Parenting Consistency 📘 Want more support for your parenting journey? Get your free ebook from Pivot Counseling for practical insights to help you navigate parenting challenges with greater clarity and confidence. 👉 Get your free ebook here: https://pivot-co.com/free-ebook/

    S3EP02 Summer ends. School starts. And somehow the whole house feels it.

  4. Oct 2

    S3EP01 Why Back-to-School Anxiety Starts Before School Starts

    In this conversation, Tim and Dr. Brianne Scott explore the emotional challenges faced by students and parents as they navigate the school experience. They discuss the varying emotions from excitement to anxiety, the impact of developmental stages, and the importance of understanding underlying issues in student behavior. In this conversation, Tim and Brie discuss the complexities of parenting and supporting children, particularly during transitional phases like returning to school. They emphasize the importance of fostering emotional safety, encouraging critical thinking, and being curious about children's experiences to better understand their needs. Takeaways Emotional challenges in studentsParental anxiety about school transitions Empower kids through curiosityFoster emotional safety in communication Chapters 00:00 Introduction to School Challenges03:00 Emotional Landscape of Students05:59 Parental Perspectives on School09:07 Middle School Dynamics11:56 Navigating High School Changes14:56 Understanding Problematic Behaviors17:38 The Role of Parents and Therapists19:08 Testing Boundaries in Adolescence20:43 Understanding Non-Verbal Communication22:10 Encouraging Critical Thinking25:55 The Importance of Curiosity in Parenting27:41 The Growth Mindset in Parenting29:21 Preparing for School Transitions31:12 Creating an Emotionally Safe Environment

    S3EP01 Why Back-to-School Anxiety Starts Before School Starts

  5. Sep 25

    S2EP05 When Motherhood and Work Collide

    The conversation explores the challenges of returning to work after motherhood, the evolution of values and priorities, and the importance of intentional context switching. It delves into the impact of changing roles on personal identity and the need to align behaviors with values. Takeaways Motherhood and returning to work present complex challengesValues and priorities evolve with changing roles Chapters 00:00 Navigating the First Job01:05 Insights from Early Work Experiences02:00 Transitioning to Big Boy Job03:04 Responsibility and Takeaways from Military Service04:01 New Motherhood and the Return to Work05:00 Challenges of Maternity Leave and Transitioning Back to Work05:59 Guilt and Identity Shift in Motherhood06:59 Shifting Values and Priorities in Parenthood07:58 Prioritizing Time and Selectivity09:17 Context Switching and Presentness10:14 Ranking Values and Identity Shift11:12 Balancing Multiple Roles and Priorities12:08 Challenges of Working from Home13:07 Trade-offs and Value Shifts14:06 Intentionality and Distraction Management15:05 Choosing Better and Context Switching16:04 Adapting to Changing Values and Priorities17:02 Ranking Values and Adapting to New Roles18:00 Letting Go of Old Values and Embracing New Ones19:27 Being Present and Clear in Each Role20:23 Distraction Management and Intentionality21:22 Intentionality in Motherhood and Work22:21 Being Present in Each Role23:17 Context Switching and Distraction Management24:09 Intentionality and Role Fulfillment25:06 Embodying Values in Each Role

    S2EP05 When Motherhood and Work Collide

  6. Sep 18

    S2EP04 A Psychologist on Mom Guilt and Returning to Work

    The conversation delves into the surprises and challenges of the newborn stage, including the impact of sleep deprivation, the experience of disconnection, insecurities and imposter syndrome, the challenges of parenting multiple children, and the father's perspective on bonding with the newborn. The conversation delves into the challenges of parenthood, including loneliness, guilt, resentment, and sleep deprivation. It explores the reality of newborn care and the importance of maintaining and prioritizing connection in relationships. Creative solutions for connection and the impact of small contributions are also discussed. Takeaways The newborn stage brings unexpected surprises and challenges for parents.The experience of disconnection, insecurities, and imposter syndrome are common in the early stages of parenting. Navigating the challenges of parenthoodPrioritizing and maintaining connection in relationships Chapters 00:00 Surprises of the Newborn Stage01:29 The Impact of Sleep Deprivation04:40 The Disconnection Experience06:34 Insecurities and Imposter Syndrome10:23 Challenges of Parenting Multiple Children11:24 Father's Perspective on Bonding12:18 Navigating Parenthood Challenges13:18 The Pendulum Swings Hard14:02 Loneliness and Guilt14:32 Resentment and Sleep Deprivation15:02 The Reality of Newborn Care16:00 Maintaining Connection17:27 Prioritizing Connection19:17 Creative Solutions for Connection23:06 Small Contributions, Big Impact

    S2EP04 A Psychologist on Mom Guilt and Returning to Work

  7. Sep 10

    S2EP03 The Sunday Scaries, Explained by a Psychologist (and Disney)

    In this episode: The “Sunday Scaries” can make the transition from the weekend to the week feel overwhelming. In this episode, we explore anxiety, uncertainty, and the difference between preparing for what’s ahead and getting stuck worrying about it. We’ll discuss how to distinguish worrying from productive planning, build resilience to uncertainty, and make more intentional decisions instead of letting anxiety take over. 📖 Want to go deeper? Download the Choose Better e-book from Pivot Co for practical tools and insights to help you navigate anxiety, uncertainty, and everyday decisions with greater intention. 👉 Get the free e-book here: https://pivot-co.com/about?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video-description&utm_campaign=choose-better-podcast#e-book Chapters00:00 The Sunday Scaries 03:23 Understanding Sunday Scaries 05:21 Anticipatory Anxiety and Planning 07:14 Worrying vs. Planning 09:09 Tolerance for Uncertainty 10:07 Rehearsing Positive Outcomes 11:33 Acceptance and Resilience 12:33 Worrying and Planning Distinctions 13:59 Emotional Anticipation and Worry 15:26 Action-Focused Planning 16:54 Building Resilience to Uncertainty 18:46 Taking One Day at a Time 20:42 Continuing the Movie

    S2EP03 The Sunday Scaries, Explained by a Psychologist (and Disney)

  8. Sep 9

    S2EP02 Vacation Is Just Babysitting With Less Resources

    The conversation explores the challenges and dynamics of vacationing, highlighting the differing expectations, managing disappointment, and the deeper value of strengthening relationships through adversity. The conversation delves into the challenges faced during a family trip and the subsequent emotional ruptures in the relationship. It emphasizes the importance of repairing these ruptures and preemptively addressing emotional needs to maintain a healthy relationship. The value of family trips and the opportunity they provide for unity and growth is also highlighted. Takeaways Different vacation expectationsDealing with unexpected challenges Repairing ruptures in relationshipsAcknowledging and addressing emotional needs Chapters 00:00 Differing Vacation Expectations03:21 The Reality of Vacationing05:17 Managing Expectations and Disappointment08:09 The Deeper Value of Vacationing10:02 Strengthening Relationships Through Adversity13:30 Navigating Relationship Ruptures19:01 The Art of Repair21:25 Preemptive Relationship Maintenance23:32 Running Fire Drills25:11 The Value of Family Trips

    S2EP02 Vacation Is Just Babysitting With Less Resources
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Choose Better with Dr. Timothy Yen is a podcast for driven, responsible people who want to build healthier lives, stronger relationships, and meaningful success without losing themselves in the process. Each episode offers practical, faith-informed wisdom on emotional health, relationships, leadership, family, work, and personal growth. The goal is simple: to help you slow down, get honest, and make value-driven choices that move you toward a more whole and purposeful life.

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