In this episode, I am joined by my friend Ayana Chester (https://www.blossomcounsellingtt.com) a therapist based in Trinidad and Tobago to talk about suicide and some suicide prevention strategies. September is suicide awareness month. Segue Music by John_Yasutis from Pixabay [Inspiring Cinematic 3681] Gvidon from Pixabay [Freshness 15706] Summer Calypstep by Shane Ivers  [https://www.silvermansound.com] Intro & Outro Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay [we confidently go to victory 12006] --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darryl-bodkin/message ..read more

In this episode, I talk about the four negative defaults referred to in the book The Strength Switch by Lea Waters (Get the book!). These negative defaults can have a detrimental effect on the way parent, educate or lead children, youth and early career professionals...in fact anyone.  The four defaults are 1) Selective Attention 2) Negativity Bias 3) Projection and 4) Binary Thinking.  Let's work on becoming consciously positive. The world has enough problems on its own. Segue Music by John_Yasutis from Pixabay [Inspiring Cinematic 3681] Intro & Outro Music by Alex_MakeMusic fr ..read more

In this episode, I discuss the differences between the Deficit-based model and a strengths-based/asset-based model. Deficit-based thinking asks “What is wrong with her?" Strengths-based thinking asks “what is right with her?” Research has shown that focusing on strengths promotes a mental lift that propels the individual towards continued development. Enjoy the show! Segue Music by John_Yasutis from Pixabay[Inspiring Cinematic 3681] Intro & Outro Music by Alex_MakeMusic from Pixabay [we confidently go to victory 12006] --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darryl-bodkin/message ..read more

It’s another season of Live EPIC: Youth Development & Leadership. In this episode, I introduce the concept of Strengths Based Approach to youth development based on the pioneering work of Don Clifton the founder of Strengths Finder. According to Mary Reckmeyer, author of Strengths Based Parenting, a strength is the result of taking that talent and with investment – skills, knowledge and practice – using it to consistently provide near-perfect performance in a given activity eg analyzing information. This is an introductory episode into the benefits of focusing on strengths. Segue Music by ..read more

This episode closes out our focus on resilience. There are 3 resilience factors that relate directly to the work of FBOs. They are 1) Hope, Faith & Optimism 2) Meaning making, belief life has meaning & 3) Connections with well-functioning communities. FBOs are key stakeholders in developing resilience. Segue Music by 1tamara2 from Pixabay[Chillout 103-4327] &  GoodBMusic from Pixabay[Called to Win] Intro & Outro Music by Asepirawan20 from Pixabay [Upbeat 4482] --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darryl-bodkin/message ..read more

Research has indicated that a sense of belonging is a resilience factor. This episode covers how you can develop belonging among youth at home/school/work. Deloitte published an article for their 2021 Human Capital Trends which noted that “Seventy-nine percent of organizations say fostering a sense of belonging in the workforce is important or very important for their success over the next 12 to 18 months, but only 13 percent say they are very ready to address this trend.” [1] Are you the 13% or the 87%?  Segue Music by 1tamara2 from Pixabay[Chillout 103-4327] &  GoodBMusic from ..read more

There is no problem free life. On this episode of Live EPIC: Youth Development and Leadership, Darryl talks about the skills that you can pass on to the young people who you serve in order to help them develop their capacity for resilience. This is a very challenging time to be a leader in any field and it is the resilient leader that would survive and thrive. Segue Music by 1tamara2 from Pixabay[Chillout 103-4327] &  GoodBMusic from Pixabay[Called to Win] Intro & Outro Music by Asepirawan20 from Pixabay [Upbeat 4482] --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darryl-bodkin/m ..read more

This episode focuses on Suicide. Some call it a major public health crisis and I agree. This week is Suicide Awareness Week (September 5-11). It is a time to bring awareness to suicide and how we can respond to and prevent among our friends, family and colleagues. According to the CDC, in 2019 suicide was the second leading cause of death for persons 10 to 34 years old. I put on my Mental Health First Aider hat for this episode and I hope that it helps you to save a life. #LIVEEPIC Segue Music by 1tamara2 from Pixabay[Chillout 103-4327] &  GoodBMusic from Pixabay[Called to Win] Intro ..read more

In this episode on Live EPIC: Youth Development and Leadership, Darryl wraps up the topic 'Preparing Youth for Leadership' with four principles to direct the very important work that you are doing.  Segue Music by 1tamara2 from Pixabay[Chillout 103-4327] &  GoodBMusic from Pixabay[Called to Win] Intro & Outro Music by Asepirawan20 from Pixabay [Upbeat 4482] --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/darryl-bodkin/message ..read more

In this episode on Live EPIC: Youth Development and Leadership, Darryl talks about 7 principles that should guide you in developing the leaders in your care. Regardless of the arena that you work in, Human Resources, Education, Faith Based Organization or Sports, these principles can help you develop great leaders. Principles Believe in something bigger than you Build on what you have Bring the best people to the project Bridge gaps Ignore petty criticism Lead with love and courage Develop the art of recovering/resilience/bounce back power Segue Music by 1tamara2 from Pixabay[Chillout 103 ..read more