Finding A New Buddy: Teaching Kids about Friendship with Christina Geist

Dr. Dan and entrepreneur, mom, NYT bestselling author Christina Geist discuss friendship, parenting, her new children’s book Buddy's New Buddy, and being married to her childhood sweetheart, SUNDAY Today show Host Willie Geist ,for 19 years (they met in sixth grade!!!). On this inspiring episode, Dr. Dan and Christina also focus on empathy, overwhelm, family support, and her popular series of picture books addressing different stages of childhood—bedtime, anxiety, change, making friends, and more.   Through the character Buddy, Christina Geist teaches us all lessons about making new friends with compassion and care - regardless of age. Christina passionately believes your life is measured in your relationships, not your accomplishments. Follow her @christinasharkeygeist and @buddysnewbuddy on Instagram  and visit her website www.christinageist.com.  Email your parenting questions to Dr. Dan podcast@drdanpeters.com (we might answer on a future episode). Follow us @parentfootprintpodcast (Instagram, Facebook) and @drdanpeters (Twitter). Listen, follow, and leave us a review on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Wondery, or wherever you like to listen! Don’t forget, you can hear every episode one week early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery+ in the @WonderyMedia App. For more information: www.exactlyrightmedia.com  www.drdanpeters.com For podcast merch: www.exactlyrightmedia.com/parent-footprint-shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Make It a Great One with Dr. Dan is a weekly podcast that invites you to discover your purpose, explore new possibilities, and live in alignment with your true self.   Hosted by Psychologist and Executive Coach Dr. Dan Peters, the show features inspiring interviews with thought leaders and experts designed to ignite hope, deepen self-awareness, and provide actionable wisdom. Each episode is designed to empower you to become a better version of yourself and make a positive impact on the world around you.   With new episodes every Thursday, Make It a Great One offers a dose of inspiration, motivation, and practical guidance to support your personal growth and fulfillment. Tune in to unlock new possibilities, cultivate hope, and begin living the life you’ve always envisioned. Through profound insights and grounded guidance, Dr. Dan will help you make every moment, every day, and your life, a great one.    We have this moment, this day, and this life—let’s make it a great one.