- S2E275: (Part 2) Tackling Parent Burnout, Boundaries and Stress Management With Therapist Leah Marone
In the final part of this two-part series, psychotherapist and wellness expert Leah Marone joins us to unpack parent and educator burnout, decision fatigue, and the relentless pressure of choosing the “right” path for your children. Leah shares practical strategies for setting boundaries, managing stress, and reclaiming balance, helping parents feel more resilient and confident in both life and education decisions.Leah's new book, Serial Fixer: www.serial-fixer.com
- S2E274: Tackling Parent Burnout, Boundaries and Stress Management With Therapist Leah Marone (Part 1)
Parenting and educating in today’s world can feel like running a marathon without a finish line. In this episode, psychotherapist and wellness expert Leah Marone joins us to unpack parent and educator burnout, decision fatigue, and the relentless pressure of choosing the “right” path for your children. Leah shares practical strategies for setting boundaries, managing stress, and reclaiming balance, helping parents feel more resilient and confident in both life and education decisions.Leah's new book, Serial Fixer: www.serial-fixer.com
- S2E273: (Part 2) What Happens When You Switch to Alpha? Aheli’s Catch-Up Story
When Aheli transferred from one of the top public schools in her area to Alpha, her love of learning had all but disappeared. In this Student Spotlight episode, Aheli shares how personalized, goal-based learning helped her rediscover curiosity, confidence, and a genuine excitement for school again.
- S2E272: What Happens When You Switch to Alpha? Aheli’s Catch-Up Story
When Aheli transferred from one of the top public schools in her area to Alpha, her placement tests revealed a surprise- she was four grade levels behind in math! In this Student Spotlight episode, Aheli shares how she used Alpha’s AI tutoring and personalized pacing to catch up fast. Hear what the transition from traditional school to Alpha was really like, what “hole-filling” her education looked like, and how she’s now thriving in a system designed to meet her where she’s at.
- S2E271: (Part 2) The Parent Mindsets That Shape Alpha: Parent Tenets Explained
In part two of this two-part series, MacKenzie and producer Jay continue to unpack something we don’t often talk about publicly: Parent Tenets. These are the core beliefs we ask every Alpha parent to buy into- and shape everything we do.From “change is constant” to “high standards are the key to your child’s happiness,” these tenets can be both inspiring and a little uncomfortable. If you’re curious about new ways to think about education, this episode will challenge your perspective and spark fresh ideas.
