Welcome to The Consult a Counselor Series, a special segment of the Free to Be Mindful Podcast. Join therapist and host Vanessa De Jesus Guzman, LPC, NCC, as she answers real-life parenting questions to help you find your calm in the chaos of parenting—and not lose your, well… you know.
TODAY'S QUESTION:
"What can I do when I feel like I’m failing as a parent?"
The guilt, the overwhelm, the mental checklist of all the things that didn’t get done—and the ones you wish you had done differently. If you’ve ever ended the day wondering, “Am I even doing this right?”, you are so not alone.
In this episode, Vanessa offers a gentle reframe to those tough moments, helping you shift from shame to self-compassion. She reminds you that parenting isn’t about being perfect—it’s about showing up, growing, and making the most of the moments that matter.
TUNE IN TO LEARN:
TAKEAWAY MESSAGE:
Feeling like you’re failing doesn’t mean you are—it means you’re in it, you’re trying, and you care. Parenting is messy, imperfect, and full of learning curves. But in those hard moments, you’re still planting seeds of love, patience, and resilience that will last a lifetime.
Listen in, and remember... you’re always free to be mindful!
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Free to Be Mindful Podcast episodes are for educational purposes only and should not be considered as or substituted for therapy or professional help from a licensed clinician.
