The Chaos of Parenting

The Chaos of Parenting – Interview with Dr. Robert Saul Dr. Robert Saul is a Medical Doctor / Pediatrician, Author and Speaker. He has been guiding the physical, behavioral and mental care of children for over 44 years. His area of expertise is in parenting, specifically in providing help for parents in raising their children to be good citizens, after the Columbine High School Shooting in 1999. Dr. Saul wants to improve our communities, and advocate for our children. Dr. Saul is the author of many books on children and parenting, including “My Children’s Children: Raising Young Citizens in the Age of Columbine,” and “Conscious Parenting.” In this podcast. Dr. Saul talks about the main issues that cause chaos in parents today. He also offers his thoughts in light of the most recent Oxford High School shootings in Michigan. Through the wisdom of his education, training and experience as a Pediatrician, Dr. Saul provides some insights, tips, tools and techniques that parents and others can use to calm their chaos while working to improve communities by raising good citizens. 1. Introduction to Dr. Saul a. Background and his interest in Pediatrics b. His body of work, including activism and authorship of several books c. You are fond of saying 12 words: “I am the problem, I am the solution, I am the resource.” Tell us why this phrase is so meaningful to you d. His continued involvement in communities although he is retired 2. Five Steps to Community Improvement a. Learn to be the best parent you can be b. Get Involved c. Stay Involved d. Love for Others e. Forgiveness 3. Book: “My Children’s Children: Raising Good Citizens in the Age of Columbine” (2013) 4. Connecting with kids today a. American Academy of Pediatrics b. Advocating for children c. Social Media and Parental involvement d. Parental Awareness Threshold 5. The Parents of the Oxford High School Shooter a. Were they aware of the warning signs? b. What could be the reason for parents to buy a 15-year old child a 9 mm assaul