72. Back to School Anxiety: It’s Not Just for Kids
Back-to-school anxiety isn’t just for kids. Learn how to recognize when thoughtful preparation has turned into bracing - and enter the new school year with more curiosity, steadiness, and room for things to go right.
62. Abundance vs. Scarcity: It's Not About Excess, It's About Access
Most of us think abundance is about having more - more time, more patience, more resources. But what if abundance isn't about excess at all? In this episode, we explore the difference between abundance and scarcity, not as mindsets you either have or don't have, but as states you move in and out of. Learn why stress and overwhelm can cause us to lose access to perspective, how the simple word "and" can transform the way we experience parenting, and why the goal isn't to stay abundant all the time - it's to recognize when you've lost access and know how to find your way back.
50. Growing Good Timber: A Metaphor for Resilience
Parents instinctively want to shield their children from discomfort, but struggles are essential for growth. Rescuing removes challenges, while supporting helps children develop resilience and confidence. By allowing children to navigate frustrations with a steady parental presence, they learn to face life’s challenges, much like trees that grow stronger in the wind.
20. The Art of Repair (or How to Say You're Sorry)
Learn the art of repair in parenting - how to apologize to your child in a way that reconnects, rebuilds trust, and models healthy relationship skills.