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Tuesday Talks: Conflict Repair Over Punishment: Teaching Resilience Through Soft Skills

Conflict is inevitable—but punishment doesn't have to be the default response. In this episode of the Heart and Practice podcast, Dr. Lakesha Roney explores how teaching conflict repair builds resilience, accountability, and trust in young people. Dr. Roney breaks down the essential soft skills that help children and teens navigate conflict in healthy, productive ways—including listening, emotional regulation, perspective-taking, and problem-solving. Whether you're a therapist, educator, or caregiver, you'll learn practical strategies to shift from punishment-focused approaches to repair-centered practices. In this episode, you'll discover: • Why soft skills are critical for conflict resolution in schools and mental health settings • Three powerful reflective questions to guide conflict repair: "What happened? Who was affected? What can we do next?" • How caregivers can model accountability and stay calm during difficult moments • Why hard moments don't define us—and how repair teaches responsibility and resilience Ready to transform how you approach conflict? Tune in and learn how to create environments where young people can repair harm, rebuild trust, and grow stronger through challenges. Connect with Dr. Lakesha Roney: Website: HeartPractice.com [http://HeartPractice.com] Follow us on social media for more resources, training opportunities, and keynote speaking information.

Tuesday Talks: Wellness is more than self-care....it's a shared responsibility.

Wellness as a Shared Responsibility | Tuesday Talks with Dr. Lakesha Roney Wellness is more than just self-care—it's a collective effort that involves routines, relationships, support systems, and environments that help us feel calm, connected, and ready to learn or heal. In this episode of Tuesday Talks, Dr. Lakesha Roney, founder of Heart Practice Inc., explores what wellness truly means across different settings. Whether you're in schools, mental health environments, or at home, discover how predictable routines, movement breaks, emotional check-ins, and co-regulation create spaces that reduce stress and promote healing. Dr. Roney also shares a practical caregiver tip: keep one steady daily routine that supports emotional regulation and balance. Because at the end of the day, the basics matter—sleep, meals, movement, and downtime. Stay tuned for more insights on mental health, wellness, and community care! Interested in training for your team, booking Dr. Roney as a keynote speaker, or being a guest on the podcast? Visit HeartPractice.com [http://HeartPractice.com] for more information. Follow us on social media @heartandpracticinc on all platforms for weekly Tuesday Talks and wellness tips!

Tuesday Talks: How to Set Healthy Boundaries with Young People

In this episode of Tuesday Talks, Dr. Lakesha Roney, founder of Heart and Practice Inc., breaks down how to set healthy boundaries with young people in therapeutic and caregiving settings. Boundaries aren't about control. They're about creating safety, respect, and consistency. Whether you're a therapist, school counselor, mental health professional, or caregiver, this episode offers practical guidance on establishing clear boundaries that help young people know what to expect and keep relationships safe. What You'll Learn: ✓ Why boundaries build trust instead of creating barriers ✓ Key elements of healthy boundaries: respectful language, personal space, privacy, and calm follow-through ✓ How to choose 2-3 simple boundaries and respond consistently rather than emotionally ✓ Why care and accountability can, and should, exist together ✓ Practical applications for schools, mental health settings, and homes Perfect for: therapists, counselors, social workers, educators, youth workers, foster parents, and anyone working with children and adolescents.

Tuesday Talks: Soft Skills That Support Emotional Safety

Welcome to Tuesday Talks: Our mini-episode series keeping you connected while we prepare Season 2 of the Heart and Practice podcast! Join Dr. Lakesha Roney, founder of Heart and Practice Inc., as she explores the soft skills that create emotional safety for young people in schools, mental health settings, and at home. In this episode, Dr. Roney breaks down why skills like listening, empathy, self-awareness, respect, communication, and asking for help aren't just "nice to have"—they're essential for building trust and helping young people feel safe enough to express themselves, solve problems, and develop healthy relationships. Key Takeaway: Dr. Roney shares a simple daily practice for caregivers: Ask three questions each day—What felt good? What felt hard? What do you need tomorrow? These small conversations build trust, connection, and emotional awareness. Whether you're an educator, mental health professional, parent, or caregiver, this bite-sized episode offers practical insights for creating emotionally safe environments where young people can thrive. Stay tuned for Season 2! In the meantime, visit HeartandPractice.com [http://HeartandPractice.com] for training and keynote speaking inquiries, or connect with us on social media.

Tuesday Talks: Leading with Purpose: A Framework for Mental Health Professionals

Welcome to Tuesday Talks—a little break between seasons of the Heart and Practice podcast! While we're preparing to bring you thoughtful, in-depth conversations with mental health professionals, therapists, social workers, and leaders in the helping professions, I wanted to stay connected with you through these weekly moments of reflection. I'm Dr. Lakesha Roney, founder of Heart and Practice Inc., and every Tuesday, I'm sharing bite-sized wisdom to help you realign with your purpose when life gets loud. In this episode: Purpose steadies us when life gets overwhelming. As therapists, social workers, and caretakers, we're trained to hold space for others—but how often do we create intentional space for ourselves?