Parental Stress - At An All-Time High

😩 Parental Burnout Is Real — But So IsHope. Let’s Talk About It.Between school demands, technology overload,emotional challenges, and the pressure to “do it all,” parental stress is at an all-time high — and many families are silently struggling to stay afloat. But you’re not alone, and there is a better way forward.In this timely episode of the Designed 4 More podcast, join Dr. Tim Jennings and the team as they welcome Katey McPherson — a nationally recognized expert in child development, digital safety, and emotional wellness — to dive deep into the mental, emotional, and relational toll of parental stress.With over 27 years of experience as a teacher,counselor, and school administrator, Katey brings practical wisdom and evidence-based strategies to help overwhelmed parents reclaim peace, reconnect with their children, and lead with confidence. Together, we explore what’s behind today’s rising levels of burnout — from unrealistic expectations to digital distractions — and offer tools that help you thrive in your parenting journey.🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:·     Why parental stress and burnout arerising faster than ever·      The impact of chronic stress on parenting,mental health, and family connection·      How to identify early signs of overwhelm inyourself and your children·      The role of digital overloadin emotional dysregulation for parents and kids·      Practical, research-backed tools for emotionalregulation and self-care·      Faith-based principles that restore perspectiveand peace in high-stress moments·      How to set realistic boundaries, manage guilt,and parent with grace·      Katey’s top strategies for building connectionin the digital age·      Neuroscience insights into why stress hijacksdecision-making and how to calm it·      A reminder that you don’t have to be a perfectparent — just a present one💬 Whether you’re a parent, teacher, counselor, or someone who works with families, this episode offers real hope, real science, and real tools to help lighten the emotional load and foster healthy, resilient homes.📬 Got a question for our next Q&A? Email usat: [email protected]

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