If you’re a parent or a parent-to-be, you’ve likely heard of the concept ‘conscious parenting’. BUT, ▪️ How do you know if you’re parenting UNconsciously?▪️ What are examples of these so-called UNconscious parenting ways? ▪️ What are you do if you *are* parenting UNconsciously? We’ve put together a free workbook titled ‘4 Conscious Parenting Mistakes to Avoid‘, which encapsulates the teaching and exercises of our conscious parenting workshop. This is a guide to what may be holding you …
Kyen gripped the edge of the Target shopping cart with his little hands like a prisoner clutches the bars of a jail cell. He rocked his body back and forth as if the rocking would bust him out into freedom. At the same time, Maverick crawled underneath the shopping cart and wedged his body into the bottom shelf where I usually place cases of sparkling water. He dragged his feet like a door-stopper, making the …
Most of us humans are people pleasers and worry too much about what other people think of us. One of the main reasons for this is that we are a tribal species. In the earliest days of our species, our tribe (especially the alpha, or leader) had to like and accept us so we could maintain our place in the tribe, which meant food, safety, and survival. If someone, especially the alpha, didn’t like us …
Do you forget that your partner is not a mind reader, like me and many of the clients I’ve worked with? “I left the clean clothes on top of the dryer, but my husband didn’t fold them!” one said. “Did you ask him to fold them?” I asked. “No…” she replied. “I really wanted to go to that event but my husband didn’t offer to stay home with the boys so that I could attend,” …
Sometimes we think it’s easier to put other’s needs or schedules ahead of our own and adapt to make them happy or keep the peace. While in the moment it might seem easier than speaking our truth or honoring our authentic desires, in the long-term it’s harder. Here’s why: #1 When we ignore our truth and don’t express our feelings to others, resentment builds within us. Resentment leads to bitterness in general, and eats away …