How do we cultivate motivation at any age? In this episode of the Resilient Kid Podcast, Ashley Costello explores how to foster motivation in children, teens, and adults. She dives into what drives motivation, including intrinsic and extrinsic factors, and offers strategies to create environments that inspire curiosity, play, identity, and belonging. Special attention is given to supporting neurodivergent minds and the role of community in keeping motivation alive. You’ll leave with practical tips to encourage purposeful action across all stages of life.
00:00 – Introduction and Podcast Overview
01:10 – Understanding Motivation: A Recap
02:50 – Motivation Across Different Ages
03:08 – Motivating Younger Children
05:38 – Motivating Teens
09:42 – Motivation in Adults
12:02 – Neurodivergence and Motivation
24:35 – The Power of Community and Connection
28:12 – Real-Life Examples and Practical Tips
35:53 – Final Thoughts and Conclusion
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Why do we put things off, even when we want to get them done? In this episode of the Resilient Kid Podcast, Ashley Costello unpacks procrastination—what drives it, what’s really happening in the brain, and how to move from avoidance to action. You’ll learn why procrastination isn’t laziness but emotional resistance, and get practical tools to help kids, teens, and adults push past it with purpose and progress.
00:00 – Why Procrastination Isn’t Laziness
01:00 – What Happens in the Brain When We Resist Tasks
02:00 – Emotional Roots: Fear, Overwhelm, and Lack of Connection
05:00 – Turning Resistance Into Action
06:00 – Tool 1: Chunking Big Tasks into Small Steps
07:00 – Tool 2: The Five-Minute Rule
08:00 – Tool 3: The Pomodoro Technique
10:00 – Tool 4: Body Doubling for Accountability
12:00 – Why “Finding Your Why” Matters
15:00 – Examples: Students, Professionals, and Parents Reconnecting with Purpose
19:00 – Lucy’s Story: From Paralysis to Progress
23:00 – Reflection Exercise: Write Your Why Statement
24:00 – Pairing Strategy with Purpose
25:00 – What’s Next: Motivation at Different Life Stages
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What really drives us? In this episode of the Resilient Kid Podcast, Ashley Costello kicks off a mini-series on motivation. She explains what fuels motivation, what blocks it, and how kids, teens, and adults can build more of it in daily life. From brain science to practical tools, you’ll learn how motivation really works and how to support it at home, in school, and at work.
00:00 – What Drives Us and Why Motivation Matters
01:00 – Intrinsic vs Extrinsic Motivation
02:00 – Why Intrinsic Motivation is Stronger
03:00 – Dopamine and the Brain’s Role
04:00 – Self-Determination Theory Explained
06:00 – Autonomy: Having a Sense of Choice
07:00 – Competence: Building Skills and Confidence
10:00 – Relatedness: Connection and Support
15:00 – Why Some Environments Boost Motivation
16:00 – A Teen’s Story: From Bribes to Purpose
18:00 – Reflection Exercise to Find Your Motivators
19:00 – What’s Next in the Motivation Mini-Series
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Burnout isn’t just for adults. Kids and teens feel it too. In this episode of the Resilient Kid Podcast, Ashley Costello explores how to spot early warning signs of burnout, why it happens, and what parents and teachers can do to help children reset and build resilience.
00:00 – Spotting Early Signs of Burnout in Kids and Teens
00:35 – What Burnout Looks Like in Children
01:31 – Personal Story of Recognizing Burnout
04:01 – Warning Signs to Watch For
09:25 – Causes of Burnout in Kids and Teens
15:27 – Strategies to Support Kids and Teens
20:47 – Recap and Key Takeaways
21:56 – Invitation to Join Our Community
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Friendships play a huge role in your child’s confidence, happiness, and learning. In this episode of the Back to School mini podcast series, we explore how friendships change as children grow, the pressures of online life, and how you can support your child to feel connected and resilient.
00:00 – Introduction to the Podcast Series
01:04 – The Importance of Friendships
01:39 – Friendship Dynamics in Primary School
04:35 – Challenges in High School Friendships
07:44 – Navigating Online and Peer Pressure
09:49 – Helping Kids and Teens Build Social Skills
18:40 – Parental Role in Supporting Friendships
22:55 – Conclusion and Merchandise Announcement
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The school year is here in full swing—and with it, the return of chaotic mornings, rushed evenings, and tired kids. But it doesn’t have to feel so stressful.
In this episode of The Resilient Kid Podcast, we talk about simple, practical routines that help your home feel calmer while giving your kids and teens the predictability they need to thrive.
You’ll also get updates on The Resilient Kid’s teacher training, exciting new merch, and where to find us at the upcoming Peace Festival.
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00:00 – Back to school vibes: the return of routine
01:17 – Why routines reduce stress for kids and adults
03:10 – Sleep reset: foundations for calmer mornings
05:00 – Morning hacks: charts, prep, and no-screen rule
09:32 – After-school routines: decompression and homework
15:11 – Teen independence and responsibility
19:36 – Parent mindset: connection over perfection
22:20 – Quick family question to reset routines
24:05 – Updates: teacher training wins and new merch
27:40 – Peace Festival announcement and invite
30:15 – Closing: embrace rhythm and flow, not rigid rules
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The back-to-school season brings big emotions—not just for kids, but for parents too. In this episode of The Resilient Kid Podcast, we dive into how families can manage the wobbles that come with new teachers, timetable changes, friendships, and transitions to high school, college, or university.
The message: every child’s path looks different, and that’s okay. Whether your child is starting primary school, navigating the shift to high school, or preparing for university, you’ll leave with practical ways to support them—and yourself—through the transition.
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00:00 – Introduction to Back-to-School Emotions
00:40 – Summer reflections and the shift into September
01:52 – Rising child mental health statistics
02:55 – Understanding back-to-school wobbles
03:31 – Practical hacks and routines for a smoother start
04:22 – Friendships, confidence, and belonging
09:59 – Recognizing signs of stress and anxiety
13:52 – Emotional regulation tools for kids and teens
22:47 – Parent and carer tips for drop-offs and conversations
28:41 – Final encouragement and support
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Embracing Our Cyclical Nature: Importance of Cycle Tracking and Systemic Change
Ashley interviews Marlou, founder of Period Reality, to discuss the concept of humans as cyclical beings. They explore the idea that we're not designed for the linear 'grind' and instead should live in harmony with our natural cycles. Marlou elaborates on how societal systems, particularly education and workplaces, could be adapted to better accommodate these natural rhythms. T
he conversation also delves into practical steps for individuals to track their cycles and the potential benefits of such awareness. The episode underscores the importance of systemic change and individual awareness for improved well-being and productivity.
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Timestamps00:00 Introduction to the Resilient Kid Podcast
00:49 Meet Marlo: Advocate for Cyclical Living
02:42 Understanding Cyclical Living
05:40 The Impact of Industrialization on Our Cycles
07:02 Practical Tips for Living in Sync with Your Cycle
12:10 Reimagining Education with Cyclical Awareness
14:44 Creating Supportive Environments in Schools
24:02 Advocating for Change in the Workplace
32:13 The Importance of Cycle Tracking
36:28 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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Navigating Consent, Sex, and Safety at University
Ashley Costello, a psychotherapist and founder of The Resilient Kid, discusses the importance of understanding consent, safe sex, and personal boundaries for young adults transitioning to university. She addresses the challenges posed by new freedoms, social media, and substance use, and underscores the crucial need for open communication and education on these topics to ensure students' emotional and physical well-being.
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Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to Consent and Safety
01:04 Why Discuss Consent Before Uni?
02:32 Understanding Consent: The FRIES Model
02:52 The Importance of Clear and Enthusiastic Consent
03:14 Navigating Intoxication and Consent
04:00 Consent in Relationships
04:57 Teaching Boundaries and Respect
07:54 The Importance of Safe Sex
11:24 Emotional and Physical Wellbeing
15:23 Practical Tips for Parents
22:29 Conclusion and Resources
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Join psychotherapist Ashley Costello on the Resilient Kid Podcast as she discusses how to support your kids transitioning to university without smothering them. Covering the emotional challenges parents face, Ashley provides practical advice on maintaining connections, recognizing when to step in, and empowering young adults to manage their new responsibilities. With tips on creative communication and helping during stressful times, this episode aims to help parents and their children navigate this significant life change.
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Timestamps00:00 Introduction: Supporting Your Kids at University
00:38 Adjusting to the Empty Nest
02:38 Maintaining Connection Without Control
03:58 Creative Ways to Stay Connected
08:42 When to Step In: Recognizing the Signs
10:01 Empowering Independence
14:47 Adapting to Change: Staying Curious
18:15 Conclusion: Embracing the Journey
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In this episode of The Resilient Kid Podcast, Ashley Costello discusses the essential life skills that 18-year-olds need before leaving for university. The episode covers fundamental areas such as cooking, laundry, cleaning, financial confidence, and healthcare.
Ashley provides practical advice on how to equip teens with the resourcefulness and confidence to handle these aspects of independent living, ensuring they can thrive and remain safe while away from home. The episode emphasizes the importance of preparation and ongoing conversations between parents and their soon-to-be university students.
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00:00 Introduction: Preparing for University Life
01:10 Essential Domestic Skills: Cooking Basics
06:59 Laundry Lessons: Keeping Clothes Clean
08:58 Cleaning and Household Maintenance
12:01 Financial Confidence: Budgeting and Jobs
19:30 Administrative Skills: Adulting 101
20:57 Healthcare and Safety: Staying Healthy and Safe
25:09 Conclusion: Future-Proofing Your Kids
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This episode dives into the emotional turmoil parents face when their teens prepare to leave for university. It addresses the mixed emotions involved for both parents and children, tips on emotional preparation, and the importance of maintaining open communication. The host also highlights the significance of teaching coping mechanisms and offers practical advice to manage this significant transition period.
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00:00 Introduction: The Emotional Whirlwind of Letting Go
01:43 Understanding the Emotional Cocktail
05:12 Invisible Backpack: Silent Expectations
10:44 Preparing for the Emotional Transition
12:11 Practical Tips for Emotional Resilience
16:43 Encouraging Independence and Connection
21:58 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Practical Tips
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Ashley discusses the importance of teaching children and teens about money with Leslie Thomas, the founder of the Money Confidence Academy. Leslie emphasizes the lack of financial education in schools and highlights her mission to improve financial literacy and mindset for young people
00:00 Introduction: Talking to Kids About Money
00:11 Meet Leslie Thomas: Money Confidence Expert
00:38 The Importance of Financial Education
04:48 The Emotional Side of Money
07:38 The Influence of Marketing and Social Media
12:07 Teaching Kids Financial Responsibility
17:25 Practical Tips for Parents
33:05 Leslie's Resources and Final Thoughts
36:39 Conclusion and Farewell
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We explore the various types of boundary violations that children may face and the importance of teaching them how to recognize and uphold these boundaries. Covering aspects such as physical, emotional, intellectual, and social media boundaries, we discuss strategies to help children manage their emotions, build empathy, and develop healthier relationships. Our goal is to future-proof kids by raising emotionally intelligent and resilient young adults.
00:00 Introduction to Boundaries
02:03 Physical Boundaries and Personal Space
02:55 Emotional Boundaries and Guilt Tripping
03:56 Time and Overcommitment
05:54 Intellectual Boundaries and Respecting Opinions
06:45 Material Exploitation and Respect
08:35 Digital Boundaries and Social Media
11:28 Boundaries at School
12:41 Family Boundaries and Respect
13:54 Teaching Kids the Language of Boundaries
16:17 Assertiveness vs. Aggression
17:25 The Importance of Setting Boundaries
21:40 Long-term Benefits of Strong Boundaries
23:10 Conclusion and Next Week's Preview
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In this episode of the Resilient Kid Podcast, host Ashley Costello, a psychotherapist, author, and podcaster, addresses the crucial topic of teaching boundaries to children.
The podcast begins with a personal anecdote involving a technical glitch during a call with her virtual assistant, Chantelle, which segues into the importance of boundaries.
Ashley discusses various types of boundaries - emotional, physical, verbal, sexual, time, and material - explaining why each is vital for children's development. The episode provides strategies for teaching these boundaries, emphasizing the need for parents and guardians to respect and model them.
Ashley concludes by highlighting the role of boundaries in fostering self-respect, healthy relationships, stress reduction, and self-care.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
03:04 The Importance of Boundaries
05:16 Types of Boundaries
05:29 Emotional Boundaries
06:22 Physical Boundaries
09:49 Verbal Boundaries
11:52 Sexual Boundaries
14:52 Time Boundaries
16:49 Material Boundaries
19:01 Why Boundaries Matter
22:10 Violating Boundaries
27:43 Teaching Boundaries to Kids
31:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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In this episode of the Resilient Kid Podcast, host Ashley Costello, a psychotherapist and TEDx speaker, discusses the importance of parenting on the same page. She highlights that consistent and aligned parenting, whether done co-operatively by married, separated, or solo parents, creates a sense of safety and security for children.
The episode delves into common areas where co-parents might clash, such as discipline, sleep routines, tech independence, and academics. Ashley emphasizes the need for intentional and collaborative parenting strategies and introduces an exercise where parents list their 'wants, needs, and non-negotiables' to foster agreement on key family values and boundaries.
The episode also offers practical advice for maintaining consistency in solo parenting and co-parenting in different households while ensuring the emotional and mental well-being of children. Finally, Ashley shares tips on involving older children and teens in the decision-making process and suggests revisiting the agreed-upon values periodically to adapt to changing family dynamics.
00:00 Introduction to Parenting on the Same Page
01:24 The Importance of Consistency for Children's Safety
04:08 Common Areas of Parenting Clashes
06:33 Creating a Unified Parenting Strategy
08:13 Practical Exercises for Parents
15:07 Involving Children in the Process
22:36 Handling Parenting Differences in Various Situations
27:16 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
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In this enlightening episode of the Resilient Kid Podcast, host Ashley welcomes guest Washington Ali to explore themes of confidence, bravery, and happiness. Washington shares his personal journey, discussing how he transformed his life by making conscious choices, guided by his mother's unwavering support.
He recounts his struggle with anxiety and substance abuse and how a symbolic act of choosing a new path, represented by a pair of fresh sneakers, became a turning point. The conversation touches on the importance of creating safe environments for children and how a supportive community can foster resilience.
Washington also delves into his coaching philosophy, emphasizing the significance of self-awareness, bold actions, and nurturing relationships for personal growth. The episode serves as an inspiring testament to the power of choice and the impact of a loving, supportive network.
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00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:22 Washington's Background and Coaching Philosophy
02:23 The Influence of Washington's Mother
05:50 Washington's Struggles and Turning Point
10:01 Creating a Safe Space for Growth
17:42 Impact of COVID-19 on Mental Health
30:22 Steps to Personal Transformation
35:12 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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In this episode of the Resilient Kid Podcast, host Ashley welcomes guest Sue Jones-Miranda, founder of The Playbook Revolution, to discuss the impact of human design and gene keys on education and parenting.
Sue explains how these modalities, which synthesize elements of astrology, Kabbalah, and I Ching, can help individuals understand and align with their natural energy. By integrating human design and gene keys, parents and educators can support children's unique energetic dynamics, leading to improved well-being and alignment with their true selves.
Sue shares insights from her experience, including how understanding energy types can alter approaches to learning and daily routines for children. The conversation also touches on the importance of recognizing individual needs, such as different digestion processes for food and information, to foster a supportive environment.
Listeners are encouraged to explore their own human design charts to better understand themselves and their children, fostering a deeper connection and trust in their inner authority.
The episode concludes with practical advice on how implementing these insights can revolutionize education and support children's growth.
00:00 Introduction to Human Design
00:51 Meet Sue Jones-Miranda
01:42 Understanding Human Design and Gene Keys
02:43 Applying Human Design in Education
04:00 Personal Experiences and Insights
04:46 The Importance of Purpose and Alignment
06:13 Human Design Types and Energetics
08:25 Practical Applications in Education
15:17 Digestion and Information Processing
23:23 Frequency and Inner Authority
30:48 Creating and Understanding Your Chart
33:08 Final Thoughts and Advice
35:31 Conclusion and Contact Information
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In this episode, Ashley welcomes back guest Sarah Vogel to open up a vital conversation: where do our young men belong?
The two explore masculinity, societal expectations, and the emotional pressures boys face today. From “bigorexia” to toxic online influence, they unpack the complex messages shaping young male identity—and what’s missing.
They share personal stories and discuss the crucial role of schools, families, and communities in helping boys feel seen, heard, and safe to express who they are. Sarah and Ashley reflect on how role models, boundaries, and emotional education can support boys to grow into emotionally secure, resilient men.
The episode ends with a powerful reminder: meet your kids where they’re at—and start the conversation now.
Find all the resources in our Listeners Lounge00:00 Welcome and the Big Question: Where Do Young Men Belong?
02:00 Modern Masculinity and Conflicting Messages
09:00 The Impact of Early Responsibility and Outdated Expectations
14:00 Toxic Influence, Online Culture, and Emotional Isolation
20:00 What Schools Are Missing and How They Can Improve
26:00 Why Boys Still Need Male Role Models and Safe Spaces
34:00 Representation, Risk, and Redefining Healthy Masculinity
44:00 What Families and Communities Can Do Today
56:00 Final Reflections and Closing Thoughts
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In this episode, the host welcomes Leanne Johnson, actor and Director of The Drama Center, which offers drama and public speaking training to children and adults across the UK and Middle East.
Leanne shares how drama builds real-life skills—like confidence, communication, and conflict resolution—especially for kids who often feel unseen or unheard. The conversation explores the emotional and social benefits of drama, the importance of safe spaces for identity exploration, and the unique role creative outlets play in helping young people find their voice.
Ashley and Leanne also discuss parenting strategies around boundaries, resilience, and self-expression. Leanne opens up about her franchise journey and the power of trusting her team. She offers insights into reading body language, vocal control, and how adults can benefit just as much from creative play.
The episode ends with her advice for her younger self and encouragement for anyone—young or old—to try drama for confidence, joy, and connection.
Find all the resources in our Listeners Lounge00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
02:00 Growing The Drama Center & The Struggle to Let Go
05:30 Kids Just Want to Be Heard
07:00 Why Boundaries Build Confidence
10:30 Safe Spaces and Supporting Identity
13:00 How Drama Builds Confidence and Tribe
16:00 Key Life Skills Learned Through Drama
22:00 Expanding Through Franchising & New Programs
24:00 Advice to Her Younger Self
25:00 Encouragement for Parents, Carers, and Adults
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