Helping Children Navigate Loneliness with Dr. Heather Thompson Day

5–Minute Parenting: Tips to Help You Raise Competent, Godly Kids. · Aug 6, 2026 · 17m

Send us Fan Mail5-Minute Parenting welcomes Dr. Heather Thompson Day to the show to talk about her children's book Can I Sit Here?, co-written with her daughter, about a troubling experience her daughter had trying to make friends in a new school. Dr. Heather talks openly about her daughter's experience, shining light and wisdom on the issues of loneliness, isolation, and bullying in young children. Questions covered in this episode include: What inspired you and your daughter to write Can I Sit Here?, and why did you feel this was an important story to tell at this time? Your daughter’s…