We all suffer heartbreak of some kind-loss of a loved one, divorce, illness, loss of a job or home and seek to understand why these losses and traumas happened to us and how we’ll make it through in one piece. Whatever the form, loss leaves us heartbroken, vulnerable raw and in fear of the unknown. […]
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How To Listen To Children’s Big Feelings
In the May edition of the Monthly Special Episode I am joined with a new colleague Marilupe de la Calle who I had a pleasure meeting in person recently. We have 3 segments: Examples from Our Homes What’s Up with You? Answering listener parenting questions Favorite Finds Segment 1: Marilupe shares how she was able […]
4 Steps To Stay C.A.L.M in The Moment
How can you stay calm in the moment? What makes parenting hard? Do you ever think that new parenthood comes with a sense of loss? In this week’s episode: What makes parenting hard. Science-based understanding of the hidden factors and root causes for children’s misbehavior. How modern day stress could be affecting your mood, behavior, […]
How To Cultivate Self-Compassion
Marion Rose, PhD talks about what self-compassion is, how it has helped her, common myths about it and how you can cultivate a self-compassion practice. We also talk about what makes parenting hard. What does she mean when she asks: are you hitting yourself with emotional sticks? Prior to becoming a mother she had done a lot […]
Mindful Parenting in a Messy World
Mindfulness teacher Michelle Gale shares some practical, doable, parent-friendly practices that will truly make a difference in your life. It’s all about those simple steps that accumulate and yield to big shifts. meet conflict with compassion and curiosity use your family as a catalyst for personal growth spend time reacting less and connecting more grow […]
Getting unSTUCK: 5 Simple Steps to Emotional Well-Being
Do you get triggered and hijacked by your emotions quite often? Do you ever find yourself frustrated, disappointed, insulted, angry or annoyed in your house? Does your spouse or children do things that just bother you beyond measure? Do you carry those emotions with you throughout your day? In other words do you get stuck? […]