The Lazy Genius Podcast

The start of school might still be several weeks away for some of you, but there are ways that we can make that transition easier by doing just a little bit of thinking and planning now.
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Episode #274: The Back-to-School Starter Pack
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When I shared in last month’s newsletter that my teenage boys finally got cell phones, the response was overwhelming. It was so big, we pivoted our plan for today’s episode to talk about it. This is such a personal conversation, which is why I’m going to share our personal experience. This isn’t prescriptive nor should it be. But in the age of parenting kids and especially teenagers, I think we need all the examples we can get. So whether your kid has had a phone for years, you’re years away from thinking about it, or somewhere in between, hopefully this episode offers encouragement to choose wisely according to what matters most to you.
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Life360 for driving safety
Gabb Phone
Pinwheel Phone
Episode #477: What Is and Isn’t Working For Me This Summer
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Last week, I shared all kinds of tips from you guys about making summer easier, and this week I’m sharing the things that have and have not worked for me in my house. A list is always a good time.

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Magical Athlete
Emily P. Freeman
Shannan Martin
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Today is a bonus episode perfect for the middle of the summer. Chances are good you’re having people over or very much want to. Summer feels like an ideal time to finally open your home and invite more people over for a cookout or hangout, or to watch the World Cup, which you still have a couple of weeks to do. Whether you’re a seasoned host, freaked out about inviting people over, or somewhere in the middle, this episode will be a big help.

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My Breezy Instrumental playlist on Spotify

Priya Parker’s Magical Questions

Kate Strickler (Naptime Kitchen)’s Black Bean Soup

Change Your Life Shawarma

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