Episode 107 Ken Wilgus on Texas Floods and Anxious Kids
Update: 2025-07-16
Description
In the wake of heartbreaking news in Texas, I am talking with psychologist Dr. Ken Wilgus about how to walk our kids—and ourselves—through tragedy, fear, and anxiety.
We will discuss:
- When it’s okay to “look away” from constant news
- How to know if your child needs help processing trauma
- What to say when teens ask hard questions about faith in the suffering
- The pressure today’s parents feel to get it all right
- Why anxiety in kids is normal—and how to respond calmly
Dr. Ken also talks about the need for a reality check on today’s overanxious, over-informed moms and dads. He reminds us: You’re only a parent. It’s not all up to you. And sometimes the most faithful thing you can do is simply show up, listen, and offer perspective in your children’s lives.
I can't wait for you to hear today's show!
Feeding the Mouth that Bites You: A Complete Guide to Parenting Adolescents and Launching Them Into the World by Ken Wilgus
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