{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66e1ebaaee3528273549e670/680ffa726ac0e5213bff3de3?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Breaking the Loneliness Epidemic: Lessons Every Parent Needs Now","description":"<p>In this episode of Lean In With Lizzy, Lizzy sits down with educator, speaker, and belonging advocate Scharman Grimmer for a powerful conversation about parenting, mentorship, and healing the epidemic of loneliness in today’s rising generation.</p><p><br></p><p>Drawing from personal experiences and research-backed insights, Scharman shares why every child needs a “Trusted Five” network of adults and how these relationships shape resilience, confidence, and emotional health. Together, they explore how to recognize early signs of relational struggles, why cross-generational connection matters more than ever, and simple ways to create authentic belonging at home, at school, and in the community.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you are raising kids, mentoring teens, or seeking deeper connection yourself, this episode offers actionable tools and timeless principles for building strong, faith-centered support systems.</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Scharman Grimmer:</p><p>Instagram: @scharman.grimmer</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Lizzy Jensen:</p><p>Instagram: @leaninwithlizzy and @lizzy.jensen</p><p>Podcast Landing Page: Lean In With Lizzy</p><p><br></p><p><a href=\"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HDoJQDhlpiL1VVboTqkqWigofHIsEKoS/view\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HDoJQDhlpiL1VVboTqkqWigofHIsEKoS/view</a></p>","author_name":"Lizzy Jensen"}