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The Confident ParentEp 15. The power of checking-in: The habit that heals.There is no right or wrong way to build self-awareness and slow down, but it's absolutely necessary!
Here I give you 4 simple ways to connect with yourself, and it only takes 1-2 minutes.
Dysregulation is a result of disconnection.
It's time to change! We don't live like that anymore! We consistently check-in and give ourselves what we need 💪🏽
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I have 2 different programs, the Thrive Co...
2024-11-3021 minThe Confident ParentEp 14. There's different types of rest?? Yes, 7 of them.Every woman should know this! It's life changing. Incorporating these types of rest ties into your basic needs, completing the stress cycle and caring for all parts of you with a holistic approach (Mental, emotional, physical and spiritual health).
Based on the book Sacred Rest by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith.
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2024-11-1430 minThe Confident ParentEp.13 Keep it simple! Your 6 basic needs for nervous system regulation.This is how you end the chronic stress and prevent burnout! Let's keep it simple. Meeting your basic needs will help you regulate in the moment and set your nervous system up for success. Do this consistently and you will feel the difference!
Here is a pdf printout with a list of the needs for your refrigerator:
Basic needs
Here is a way to prioritize them and set goals with a weekly worksheet:
Basic needs- by the week
Here is a tracker where you can rate how well you ar...
2024-11-0431 minThe Confident ParentEp 12. Simple tips for tough times: How to survive while in survival mode.Life happens and tough times are inevitable. Whether its a natural disaster, moving, starting a new job, having a baby or losing a loved one. It's important to remember: This is temporary! So how do we get through a really tough time in life?
In this episode I talk about what is happening within your nervous system and how to not get stuck in survival mode. I give you 3 simple tips so you can navigate the tough times and slowly get back to feeling like yourself.
Basic needs checklist:
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2024-10-2521 minThe Confident ParentEp 10. Part 1- Stress cycle (In depth)An in depth look at stress and the stress cycle. If you are a busy women and struggle to slow down and rest, you are dealing with chronic stress. In this part 1 episode you will learn what chronic stress feels like and be able to identify and distinguish the difference between stress and stressors in your life.
This is life changing and empowering content. WE have the control! No more letting stress get the best of us.
If you enjoy following along with visuals try the stress cycle mini course for free on my website: ...
2024-10-0527 minThe Confident ParentEp 11. Part 2- The stress cycle (In depth how-to)In this part 2 episode you will know how to end the stress by understanding the stress cycle and simple ways to get your nervous system back to balance (aka a regulated state).
Life starts with a regulated nervous system! This has changed my life and so many women. Completing the stress cycle is the answer to getting out of survival mode and start thriving.
If you enjoy following along with visuals try the stress cycle mini course for free on my website:
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It comes with a worksheet to help you...
2024-10-0532 minThe Confident ParentEp 9. From survival mode to thriving: Becoming a present parent w/ Allison FNP-BCCome listen to this conversation between 2 coaches. We share how we both got out of survival mode and started healing and showing up for ourselves and our kids. Allison is a nurse practitioner who is an expert on women's gut health.
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2024-09-1936 minThe Confident ParentEp 8. Overstimulation explained: Simple ways to help yourself as a mother w/ Bethany OTOverstimulation is constant when you have children. If not addressed you will be in a state of stress (aka chronic fight/flight mode). In this episode Bethany and I (both experienced OTs who work with moms) will teach you about your nervous system and tools you can use to combat overstimulation in the moment and prevent it from getting the best of you.
Bethany's website: https://www.sensoryempower.com/
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2024-09-0952 minThe Confident ParentEp 7. Rise and regulate: Your new 3 minute morning routine.The first 30 minutes of your day are the most important. This morning routine for busy women will set you up for success. Your nervous system depends on these morning habits for regulation.
Want more support? Here is The Confident Parent website: CLICK HERE
I offer:
-1 on 1 coaching
- Private Thrive Community on an app
- 12 week Road to Regulation transformational course
- The Regulation Kickstart: A 6 week Guide.
2024-09-0515 minThe Confident ParentEp 5. Beyond fight or flight: A dive into your nervous system states.Did you know your current mental state is reflected by the state your nervous system is in? This episode explains how and why your nervous system moves in and out of these different states using the polyvagal theory. Here are some terms so you don't get lost:
Regulation (ventral vagal)- Parasympathetic nervous system.
Fight/flight- Sympathetic nervous system.
Foundation of regulation visual:
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2024-07-2218 minThe Confident ParentEp 6. What is the stress cycle? A basic overview.Stress stays in the body until you release it. This is great news. It means we don't have to be chronically stressed and can release stress. When you are in a high state of stress you are in fight/flight mode. In this episode I explain what the stress cycle is and how to complete the cycle and get back to a regulated state.
If you want to learn more listen to episodes 9 & 10 for a more in depth explanation.
Want to learn more about the stress cycle with the free mini course? Find it here on...
2024-07-2223 minThe Confident ParentEp 3. How to master your kids emotions: Tips for helping your child & yourself (part 3)If you are a parent, grandparent, therapist or spend time around kids, this episode is a must listen!
I give you 4 steps to follow so you can help your children learn how to regulate their big feelings in the moment, no matter what age they are.
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2024-07-2213 minThe Confident ParentEp 4. Mom guilt & meeting your needsMom guilt can be a normal part of becoming a new parent. So many factors go into why we feel mom guilt starting with your nervous system, trauma responses, society and cultural views. I break all these down and give you 3 simple steps for navigating the feelings of guilt so you can start meeting your needs. Hey mamas, it's time you start putting yourself first.
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I offer:
- 1 on 1 coaching
- The Thrive Community membership
- 12 week Road to Regulation transformational course
- T...
2024-07-2218 minThe Confident ParentEp 2. How to master your emotions: What your feelings really mean (part 2)This episode dives deeper into what our emotions mean. Did you know you can hold multiple feelings at once?
Website: CLICK HERE
I offer:
- 1 on 1 coaching
- The Thrive Community membership
- 12 week Road to Regulation transformational course
- The Regulation Kickstart: A 6 week guide
2024-07-2209 minThe Confident ParentEp 1. How to master your emotions: Why you need to regulate your big feelings and how (part 1)Learning to effectively manage your emotions is essential to having a regulated nervous system. It's a dance between not suppressing our feelings and not being consumed by then. This episode will explain everything you need to know with 3 simple steps.
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