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Thrive Like A ParentChoosing Yourself in a World That Wants You to ConformEP:134 Hey there, amazing humans!
In this raw and real podcast episode, I'm diving deep into something that's been brewing in my heart - the battle between supporting everyone else and supporting YOURSELF.
I'm sharing my personal journey from being a people-pleaser to becoming the most authentic version of Brooke possible. Trust me, it wasn't easy! I've lived both sides - sacrificing myself for others and then finally choosing ME. And let me tell you, the liberation is REAL.
Putting others first doesn't make you a hero, it makes you exhausted
Yo...2025-03-2813 min
Thrive Like A ParentThe Secret to Lasting Nervous System RegulationEP:123 Hi friends, I'm so excited to share a powerful insight with you today - the fastest way to regulate your nervous system is NOT control, fixing, or jumping into action. In fact, those strategies often backfire and perpetuate stress. Instead, I'll show you how to build a larger window of tolerance, so you can stay calm and present, even when life gets chaotic.
No more meltdowns or irritability - just more peace, connection, and joy. This is life-changing stuff, and I can't wait to share it with you. Through my Thrive programs, I've seen firsthand how...2025-01-1028 minThrive Like A ParentMental Health through the Holiday SeasonEP:120 This was a heavy topic, but an important one. Losing my husband Jonathan to suicide was devastating, and I know firsthand the confusion, anger and lack of closure that those left behind feel.
Hearing Carter talk about losing multiple friends the same way was heartbreaking. The numbness he described is something I can relate to - it becomes almost expected, which is not normal.
The most important thing is that you are not alone. There are people who want to listen and support you, even if reaching out feels impossible. I've been that person for strangers, and I...2024-12-2015 minThrive Like A ParentParenting Paradigm Shift: Bridging the Gap Between Discipline and ConnectionEP:119 As a former pediatric clinician, I've seen how parenting has shifted over the years. The pendulum has swung from strict to passive - but I've learned the right balance is key.
The kids we work with are brilliant, but impulsive and defiant. I've watched parents fall into the trap of letting their kids run the show, thinking they're being "good" by not setting boundaries. But that only makes things worse.
Carter and I have developed methods to empower parents and reclaim their role. It's not about being the "bad guy" - it's about equipping our...2024-12-1334 minThrive Like A ParentFostering Generational Impact through Emotional RegulationEP:118 Today I'm so excited to introduce you to one of my beloved coaches, Maria Gonzalez. Maria's journey through our Thrive program has been truly transformative - from struggling to find her identity as a stay-at-home mom, to making incredible lifestyle changes and becoming the best version of herself.
Hearing Maria share her raw, vulnerable experiences and how this work has impacted her family is so inspiring. I'm honored to have her supporting our Thrive clients now, using her own story to deeply connect and guide others. If you've been on the fence about taking the leap...2024-12-0638 minThrive Like A ParentIs Your Child’s Whinnying Driving You Crazy?EP:117 Hey there! 👋 In this episode, I’m diving into a topic I know so many of us can relate to: why certain noises—like our kids’ whining—feel SO triggering.
I share my personal experience with my colicky, high-needs son, Charlie, and unpack the science behind why those infant and toddler sounds can activate our brains, even as our kids grow. From our codependent bond to our brain’s “fix-it” mode, this episode is all about understanding these triggers and learning how to navigate them with compassion.
You’ll learn:
✔️ Why our brains react to certain noises...2024-11-2923 minThrive Like A ParentBeyond Labels: Navigating the Complex World of Sensory NeedsEP: 116 As a parent, understanding your child's sensory profile is crucial for providing the right support and creating a harmonious home environment. In this episode of the Thrive Like a Parent Podcast, I'm diving deep into the complexities of sensory behaviors and how they can impact both you and your little ones.
Too often, we pigeonhole our kids (and ourselves) into simplistic categories like "seeker" or "avoider." But the reality is, our sensory needs exist on a spectrum, and we can exhibit a mix of different tendencies. By learning to recognize these nuances, we can unlock the...2024-11-2223 min
Thrive Like A ParentThe Repercussions of Self-NeglectEP:115 On this week’s episode join me to dive into a bigger conversation about something that’s not talked about nearly enough—how often we as females and mothers put others’ needs before our own, especially when it comes to our health and well-being.
I dive into the pattern many women fall into, where we take on the role of “default parent” and end up neglecting ourselves. This can lead to chronic health issues, burnout, and even resentment in our relationships. I talk about the guilt that many of us feel around spending money on ourselves instead of o...2024-11-1541 minThrive Like A ParentDo The Thing That Sets Your Soul on Fire and Teach Your Children To Do The SameEP:114 On this episode of Thrive Like a Parent Podcast, I went to this incredible Pink concert the other night, and it just made me reflect on how much I used to neglect myself back in my previous relationship. I was always putting my partner first, trying so hard to make everything "work" that I completely lost touch with the things that lit me up inside.
And I see that happening with so many parents these days - we get so caught up in the grind, in keeping up appearances, that we forget to take care of ourselves. And e...2024-11-0817 min
Thrive Like A ParentAllowing Others to Love and Support YouEP:113 On this week’s episode of “Thrive Like a Parent,” I dive into how yoga and movement help spark my creativity and provide clarity in my life. For me, working out isn’t just about fitness, it’s a way to connect with myself.
I share some personal experiences, including the challenges I’ve faced as a mom of two preemies, running businesses, and going through a tough beginning of divorce before losing Jonathan. These experiences have deepened my empathy for others.
I also reflect on the importance of asking for help. You are not alone. A...2024-11-0115 min
Thrive Like A ParentNavigating Life with a Partner Who TravelsEP:112 On this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent, I’m thrilled to be joined by one of our wonderful coaches, Dr. Maria Gonzalez. We’ll be exploring a topic that so many of you have been asking about—having a partner who travels.
It can be challenging to stay grounded and regulated when your partner is frequently away, and it’s easy for resentment to build up, making communication and communication tough. We’ll talk about the courage it takes to take ownership of your feelings, to recognize what your body and nervous syste...2024-10-2538 min
Thrive Like A ParentMental Health Means Accepting ALL of YourselfEP:111 My children should not grow up without their father.
I should not have to raise my children without their father.
No family should lose a loved one due to mental health. But here I am, and so many others.
This world is spinning out of control, and our brains can't keep up.
There's so much pressure to do more, be more, and it's crushing so many. I support parents day in and day out. If you're struggling, please don't wait. If you're lonely, please don't wait.
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Thrive Like A ParentBreaking Free: Healing After Fight or FlightEP:110 On this episode of Thrive Like a Parent Podcast, I discuss what it's like to come out of a prolonged "fight or flight" mode, sharing my personal experiences of exhaustion and the emotional lows that follow.
It feels like coming down from a marathon—completely draining but necessary for healing.It is so important to rest and take care of yourself , even when it feels unproductive.
This is a reminder that healing takes time, and it's crucial to be patient and gentle and kind to yourself during this recalibration of the nervous system.
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Bridging Connections with Bryan Reeves132. Emotional Regulation: The (Vital) Role of Parents w/ Brooke Weinstein - PART II"I constantly remind parents to ask their children how they feel and to always respond with 'thank you for sharing.' This simple practice can transform relationships.” -Brooke WeinsteinToday on Men, This Way:02:02 Welcome & Introduction.02:32 Acknowledging Past Discussions.03:08 Expertise in Sensory and Emotional Regulation.03:28 The Importance of Parental Emotional Regulation.03:40Understanding Co-Regulation.05:38 Influence of Parental Behavior on Children.07:50 Addressing Challenges of Premature Birth.10:17 Developmental Stages and Parenting Approaches.18:16 Discussing Boundaries in Parenting.19:28 Early Ch...2024-10-101h 03
Thrive Like A ParentReleasing Emotions Through MovementEP:109 Is it possible for movement to release emotions?
YES. YES. YES.
It's a vital and one of the most crucial pieces to mental health, sensory regulation, emotional regulation and your nervous system regulation. The ability to utilize movement for regulation is like a triangle.
I believe that we all need movement. We all need someone to talk to, which is another edge of the triangle.
Then regulation is the third. And having that triangle of all those different pieces truly builds you into a individual who ca...2024-10-0429 min
Thrive Like A ParentThe Power Within: Internal vs External Regulation UnpackedWhat does it mean to truly regulate internally?
✅ It means you understand your brain and body.
✅ You understand what your body physically needs, what it dislikes, what it likes.
✅ You know what self care will really support you.
✅ You understand if you’re an introvert versus an extrovert.
I want you to check in with yourself to see if you are externally emotionally regulating yourself or are you internally emotionally regulating yourself… AND what are the steps you can take to shift that? Deep dive into WHY..
👉 Why do I feel this way?2024-09-2729 min
Thrive Like A ParentBuilding Structure Within Your Home that Cultivates Trust and RespectEP:107 On this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent Podcast we are going to talk about the importance of setting boundaries and enforcing natural consequences for children without resorting to anger or resentment.
We must set consistent, firm boundaries and natural consequences, such as chores or writing lines, to teach our children respect and responsibility.
You get to decide what behaviors are and aren't acceptable in your home, and enforce boundaries for unacceptable behaviors. You must claim the driver's seat in your home.
I encourage you to parent the child in front of you, not the child you fear they...2024-09-2032 min
Thrive Like A ParentStraight to the Point: Your Most Asked Questions, Answered!In this week's Thrive Like a Parent podcast, I dive deep into the importance of setting boundaries with kids with caution against doing it in a mean or angry way.
I share my views on ADHD, and argue that the diagnostic system is too focused on labeling people with "disorders" rather than embracing the diversity of human experiences. I also emphasize the need for better education about how the brain functions, as many ADHD symptoms are common experiences that people may think are "normal."
I also discuss the concept of being a...2024-09-1322 min
Thrive Like A ParentWhy Understanding Your Child's Brain is Crucial for ParentingNew episode on Thrive Like a Parent Podcast.
Trust me you don’t want to miss this one.
XOXO,
Dr. B
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Thrive Like A ParentGuiding Strong-Willed Kids with Calm and ConfidenceOn this week's episode of the Thrive Like a Parent podcast, I dive into the challenges and rewards of raising strong-willed children, especially when it comes to their sensory and emotional regulation.
Storing willed kiddos often struggle with societal expectations, like sitting still or staying organized, because they’re trying to navigate their own unique needs.
I want to reassure you that while raising strong-willed children can be exhausting and sometimes overwhelming, it’s so important to trust your parenting instincts. Understanding the root of their behavior—whether it’s driven by sensory needs or emotio...2024-08-3027 min
Thrive Like A ParentBuilding Trust Within Yourself to Have the Hard ConversationsEP:103 In this week’s Thrive Like a Parent podcast, I share my personal journey with setting boundaries and the importance of prioritizing your needs.
I describe a time when I had zero boundaries, leading to anxiety, insecurity, and relying on unhealthy coping mechanisms.
But through self-reflection, I’ve learned to establish healthy boundaries and strategies to manage my daily life as a parent and caretaker.
I also share about being honest and speaking up, even when it’s uncomfortable. I’ve found that being more authentic has allowed me to feel more comforta...2024-08-2335 min
Thrive Like A ParentStop Living at the Bottom of the Totem Pole. You MatterEP:102 Putting on your oxygen mask first… that’s you’ve heard over and over and over and over and over again.
The problem that I’m finding is that just because we know that phrase doesn’t necessarily mean that I’m seeing that we’re doing it as parents, and when you don’t do it, what happens is you place yourself at the bottom of the totem pole.
If you are currently
✅ Exhausted and depleted.
✅ You’re waking up in the morning saying, I can’t believe this is my life. I don’t know how I got t...2024-08-1624 min
Thrive Like A ParentDisconnected Roommate to Connected Loving PartnershipEP:101 Are you feeling like more like roommate than a loving partner in your dynamic but are hiding from everyone?
It’s more common than you think…
Why?? Because we all want to put our best faces forward, especially with what’s happening inside the four corners of our homes!
What usually causes the drift?? Overfamiliarity, too much comfortability, overwhelming tasks, and routines, piled up work, new responsibilities, raising kids, insecurities, lack of intimacy, fear, resentment and the list goes on!
But this doesn’t have to be your situation forever. It doesn’t have to be just...2024-08-0932 min
Thrive Like A ParentWhy Emotional Eating is a Form of RegulationEP:100 You might have heard this one before but it was such an important topic I wanted to touch base on again… What most don’t quite understand is that emotional eating is not psychological. It’s neurological.
And on this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent Podcast, I am going to give you the tools you need to break that cycle through regulation!
You absolutely can have an intuitive and healthy relationship with food. Without any shame.
Recognition
Awareness
Trust
Create awareness behind how you’re feeling an...2024-08-0222 min
Thrive Like A ParentHow to Support Your Child and Yourself Through Public MeltdownsEP:99 On this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent podcast.. The dreaded public meltdowns and how to support yourself and your child through them by understanding what’s happening within the nervous system.
Every child has a tantrum. That does not mean you're a terrible parent. That does not mean that you suck. It means that your child chose the wrong time to do it and the absolute worst thing we can do during a public meltdown is give in.
We live in a world where we thin...2024-07-2620 min
Thrive Like A ParentThe Emotional Struggles of MenEP:98 If you have never chosen to tap your toe into the world of vulnerability, sharing, being open, and being interested in your feelings, it's going to be very uncomfortable and scary. That's because your brain is saying, 'Hold on, I'm not used to doing this. This is uncharted territory, and this doesn't feel safe.
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Bridging Connections with Bryan Reeves123. The Emotional Struggles of Men (and Fathers) ft. Dr. Brooke Weinstein"If you have never chosen to tap your toe into the world of vulnerability, sharing, being open, and being interested in your feelings, it's going to be very uncomfortable and scary. That's because your brain is saying, 'Hold on, I'm not used to doing this. This is uncharted territory, and this doesn't feel safe.” - Brooke Weinstein Today on Men, This Way: 04:30 - Understanding how our brain works involves identifying specific behaviors and patterns to start embracing regulated parenting.11:48 - Brooke shares how she began her journey in neuro-sensory based parenting17:27 - Brooke ope...2024-07-181h 09
Thrive Like A ParentBoundaries With Your KidsSetting boundaries and why it’s so crucial for your children’s and your mental health and development.
👉 new episode on the thrive like a parent podcast!
XOXO,
Dr.B
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Thrive Like A ParentAre You A Sensory Avoider?EP:96 I am so excited to dive deep into what it means to be a sensory avoider on this week's episode of Thrive Like a Parent podcast.
A true sensory avoider means that you experience sensory stimuli or input into your brain more intensely than the average human, which means you then avoid it because it’s so overwhelming.
Here are some signs that you may be a sensory avoider:
☑️ You startle easily with sounds
☑️ You avoid bright lights
☑️ You zone out on your phone to escape the chaos
☑️ You prefer more bl...2024-07-0529 min
Thrive Like A ParentThe Key to Creating a Thriving Family DynamicEP:95 All families look different.
Before I dive deep into the topic I want to preference that:
● whether you are a female And the working parent or a female and the stay at home parent
● whether you are the male and a working parent, or whether you are the male and a stay at home parent
ALL of your roles matter!
I think that partnerships are crumbling, and there's so much resentment and anger towards each other within partnerships. And on todays episode of Thrive Like a Parent Podcast I want to talk about one of the missing pieces that...2024-06-2836 min
Thrive Like A ParentHow We Get Into The Cycle of Resentment and Anger With Our PartnersEP:94 On this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent podcast we are going to explore strategies for breaking cycles of resentment and rebuilding intimacy in relationships.
Some key points I will discuss are:
✅ Working with couples individually on emotional/sensory regulation can be more effective than traditional couples counseling
✅ Accepting your partner as an individual, rather than trying to control them, is important
✅ Focus on your own self-care and regulation to rebuild trust and deeper connection
✅ Understand your own nervous system and learn to self-regulate emotions/behaviors
✅ Avoid over-caring for partner/child, allow...2024-06-2139 min
Dear Dr. TracyManaging Sensory Overload with Dr. Brooke WeinsteinThis week, Dr. Tracy has the great honour of speaking with Dr. Brooke Weinstein, a renowned expert in sensory and emotional regulation, about the critical importance of understanding and managing our nervous systems. Dr. Brooke, known for her engaging and digestible social media content, explains the concept of sensory overload and how our fast-paced digital world contributes to widespread mental health issues. They discuss the differences between tantrums and meltdowns, the necessity of regular self-regulation, and recognizing personal sensory needs. The conversation also covers supporting partners during dysregulation, the need for flexibility in coping strategies, and the importance of ac...2024-06-201h 04
Thrive Like A ParentEmbracing Magic of the UnknownEP:93 As we head into this summer season, I want you to take a breath and remind yourself, what is the rush. And the more you do that, you're more the more you're slowing your brain down and reminding your brain there is no threat here, I am safe, and it's really hard sometimes to not just allow yourself to feel safe in threatening moments.
That's effort, but it's also effort to allow your brain to feel safe in happy moments and good moments, because we harp so much on the hard, we harp so much on the bad...2024-06-1426 min
Thrive Like A ParentWhat It Looks Like to Have an Authentic and Honest RelationshipEP:92 On this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent podcast, Dr. Tracy Dalgleish, a clinical psychologist and couples therapist, shares her journey of becoming a parent and how it inspired her to expand her work to reach more people with resources for healthy relationships. In this episode we talk about...
✔️ How insecurities and self-doubt from the past can shape our present relationships and careers, emphasizing the importance of understanding these inner narratives.
✔️ The value of vulnerability, empathy, and partnership in navigating challenging situations together as a couple.
✔️ The challenges wom...2024-06-0743 min
Thrive Like A ParentIs Screen Time the Real Culprit Behind Anxiety in Your Home?EP:91 Today on the Thrive Like a Parent Podcast I’d like to discuss something that has really been on the forefront of my mind lately…
We MUST set boundaries and provide a balance between screen time and outdoor activities, while also modeling healthy emotional expression and prioritizing our own mental well-being to our children. Excessive screen time can lead to increased anxiety and decreased ability to explore and learn from mistakes.
Social media has been a major contributing factor to cyberbullying, negative self-comparison, anxiety and overall mental health in t...2024-05-3115 min
Moms Like Me Podcast by SupportNowEpisode 008: Rising Above - Dr. Brooke Weinstein's Story of Love, Loss, and Resilience After SuicideIn this poignant and heartfelt episode, Jordan Arogeti sits down with Dr. Brooke Weinstein, a renowned occupational therapist and mental health advocate, to explore the depths of personal tragedy and the strength required to rebuild. Brooke candidly shares her journey of love, loss, and resilience, discussing the challenges she faced after her husband, Jonathan, succumbed to his battle with depression. Through their conversation, listeners gain insights into the complexities of supporting loved ones through mental illness and the importance of self-care amidst overwhelming circumstances. This episode serves as a powerful guide for anyone navigating grief and looking to support...2024-05-2844 min
Thrive Like A ParentYour Most Asked Questions AnsweredEP:90 On this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent podcast.. ALL your most asked questions answered. Trust me you don’t want to miss this one.
I will share with you my journey building a business while raising two children, emphasizing the need to delegate tasks, set boundaries, and prioritize self-care. I will share with you how to let go of perfectionism, being honest about limitations, and putting your own well-being first in order to thrive.
I will also discuss managing children’s noise and behavior, distinguishing between dysregulation and baseline sound...2024-05-2434 min
Thrive Like A ParentHow to Advocate for Yourself When You Have an Autoimmune DiseaseEP:89 On this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent podcast, I am so thrilled to be joined by Dr. Wentz.
Dr. Isabella Wentz, is an internationally acclaimed thyroid specialist, who shares her personal journey with Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Despite initially working in mental health advocacy, her own struggles with undiagnosed Hashimoto's inspired her to dedicate her career to addressing the root causes of thyroid dysfunction.
Dr. Wentz also covers the role of diet, nutrients, and lifestyle in managing Hashimoto's and thyroid health. She also shares how valuable insights are provided on testing, optimizing thyroid function, and advocating for pr...2024-05-1747 min
Thrive Like A ParentEmbracing Authenticity and Pain Within Your Personal GrowthEP:88 On this week's episode of Thrive Like a Parent podcast, I am so thrilled to be joined by Dr. Shefali.Dr. Shefali received her doctorate in clinical psychology from Columbia University. Specializing in the integration of Western psychology and Eastern philosophy, she brings together the best of both worlds for her clients. She is an expert in family dynamics and personal development, teaching courses around the globe. She has written six books, three of which are New York Times best-sellers, including her two landmark books The Conscious Parent and The Awakened Family.
There...2024-05-1042 min
Thrive Like A ParentWhat is Emotional Dysregulation and How That Relates to AnxietyEP:87 On this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent Podcast, I want to talk to you about emotional regulation and emotional dysregulation.
The definition of emotional dysregulation are things like mood shifts, constantly finding it hard to deal with stress, angry outbursts, high anxiety, feelings of shame, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, or actions and substance misuse.
Emotional dysregulation can absolutely be debilitating for you. And that is why when I work with clients, we work so closely on the regulation of our moods and the regulation of our emotions, because if we don’t have regulation over...2024-05-0329 min
Thrive Like A ParentSafety in CommunicationEP:86 Today I have back with me, a very awesome special guest Carter, who, as you know, is my partner. And today we are going to talk about communication.
Communication is a topic that we really want to talk about. But it's also a topic that you all have been very interested in. Because it's really hard to have healthy communication within a partnership. And it's something that we have worked on, as well as something that we make an active effort to have strong communication skills within our partnership.
Carter and I come from partnerships where we didn't feel strong communication was ther...2024-04-2630 min
Thrive Like A ParentBuilding Strong Communication Skills Within Your PartnershipEP:85 It's really hard to have healthy communication within a partnership.
It’s something that you have to make an active effort to build within your partnership.
There's three levels of communication. First phase: The chaos tit for tat. YOU. YOU. YOU.
Second phase: the psychological phase of communicating.. I'm trying to hear you but I don't understand because I did that and you did this. Third phase: the most deep layer is how do I feel… The I statements.
Carter and I have put in a lot o...2024-04-1933 min
Thrive Like A ParentReformed People PleaserEP:84 I used to be a raging people pleaser.
I did everything for everyone, for all the wrong reasons, I did what I thought I should do, I did what I thought I should do as a mom, what I should do as a wife, what I should do as a friend, what I should do as a sibling. You name it, I did it.
If you ever find yourself saying yes to things, you have absolutely no time or energy for or to complete. And you maybe even shy away from difficult...2024-04-1225 min
Thrive Like A ParentSharing Another Layer of My Grief StoryEP:83 Today is the day after the three-year anniversary of Jonathan's death. And my grief story was probably the fourth or fifth podcast that I ever recorded.
A year and a half ago, I was bursting at the seams to finally share what happened. But felt like, at least Charlie, my older son needed to know before the rest of the world.
We have a very hard time processing death, nonetheless, someone choosing to take their own life. And so I waited.
I waited until either one of my children...2024-04-0533 min
Thrive Like A ParentFemale Body After Child BirthEP:82 Today, I am really excited to have on Sarah Reardon who is a board-certified
pelvic health physical therapist.
She currently works at a private practice called Nola Pelvic Health and has an
online (Instagram account) exercise platform called, The Vagina Whisperer, that she created six or seven years ago to help folks from all over. Today, she has
over 600,000 followers.
I just don’t think that this is talked about enough. And our pelvic floor health and
for all the dudes, the men, the dads, any of you hu...2024-03-2942 min
Thrive Like A ParentBuilding Trust Within Your Inner SelfEP:81 Welcome to another episode of Thrive like a parent podcast. I have Derrick Cahill here and he is the bomb.com.
Derek is a stand up comedian and social media content creator focusing on authentic and relatable parenting stories. Derek is also a dad of three.
His whole movement on the internet is this “pursuit of me”, finding first of all being happy. And second, being surrounded by people that accept him.
In this podcast, we discusses the journey of getting to the “second mountain” on a personal level.
Derick is a very creative person a...2024-03-221h 00
Thrive Like A ParentWhen Your Partner Has Nothing Left For YouEP:80 Love is a muscle and love can absolutely atrophy. It will slowly wear out until you can’t find how to access it anymore if not utilized and exercised.
That is why there is common theme of feeling like there is no room left for oneself in relationships. This feeling of being spent and exhausted can lead to loneliness, resentment, and breakdown of communication.
And it takes a lot of effort to utilize that muscle and get that love muscle back so you must make the time the time for it.
You and your partnership ar...2024-03-1529 min
Thrive Like A ParentWhen You Are Triggered by MessEP:79 Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the slight clutter or mess in your house, and you’ve walked in the door, only to feel overloaded by scattered papers orunwashed dishes and clothes and disarray. Maybe you’ve even had arguments because it bothers you more than it bothers your partner, or your your spouse.
I want you to know, most importantly, you are not alone.
When my house is clean, and there is no clutter, I have a peaceful mind.
The state of cleanliness for some brains, helps you feel like you have...2024-03-0832 min
Thrive Like A ParentHow to Thrive in Chaos?EP:78 You find self love for yourself by putting yourself first. You find self love by giving back to yourself, by saying no, by asking for help, by giving yourself moments of calm.
That's how you thrive in the chaos of life. That is how you fall in love with yourself. That is how you find self worth and self love.
It doesn't make you a bad person for choosing yourself. It doesn't make you a weaker individual. It makes you a strong human. For being able to own your mental health, being able to o...2024-03-0131 min
Thrive Like A ParentFinding Alignment Within YourselfEP:77 We're more exhausted than ever. We're more burnt out than ever. We're pushing so hard but yet getting stuck on a hamster wheel of unhappiness…
Erika has done a phenomenal job seeing that reality and taking it upon herself to decided.. I’m going to take matters into my own hands and decide that I'm going to be in control of my own life….
On this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent join Erika and I as we discuss how we found our own freedom in today’s world of chaos and how you too friend can start...2024-02-2433 min
Thrive Like A ParentWhat is Infrared?EP:76 I am so incredibly excited to have Connie Zak on who is the CEO and co founder of sunlighten saunas, and I can't thank you enough for being here. And I think this is going to be so informative to our listeners. Because as they all know, and I've spoken about it a lot, I now have a sauna from you all. And it's been a huge part of my healing journey for my Hashimotos.
Connie Zack is a co-owner of Sunlighten, a leading company in infrared sauna manufacturing and infrared light therapy. Motivated by the...2024-02-1753 min
Thrive Like A ParentCan You Recalibrate Your Nervous System?EP:75 On this weeks episode of Thrive Like a Parent podcast let’s discuss how to recalibrate the nervous system and shift patterns to achieve a state of calm and peace. I hope this will encourage you to practice awareness, recognize your wins, and support your own regulation.
The fastest way to regulate the nervous system is not through control, fixing, or creating structure, but by sitting in discomfort and supporting the body's natural regulation process.
Recognizing and validating your feelings without shame or judgment is essential for regulating the nervous system.
While control, fixing, and creating structure may pr...2024-02-0928 min
Thrive Like A ParentThe Difference Between Regulating Internally Versus ExternallyEP:74 The majority of humans somehow get into the pattern of learning how to regulate themselves on an external basis, which means they rely on everyone and everything else around them to give them permission, as well as allow them to regulate their nervous system.
I find that the individuals who are externally regulating, it's as if that human is in a sea of water. And they are waving their hands around with tons of waves and white caps around them, and they are just treading water. And you can't do that forever. But what ends...2024-02-0329 min
Thrive Like A ParentLiving Aligned Within the Individual Neurology of Your Own BrainEP:73 On this week’s episode I am joined by Laura Day. Laura is an intuitive healer. She is a New York Times best seller. And she's worked with many amongst the stars. Laura’s work has helped demystify intuition and bring it into the mainstream. Laura has trained thousands of people and companies to use their brains, perceptions, and “sixth sense” in effective ways to realize their goals.
We discuss what it means to truly live aligned within the individual neurology of your own brain.
Subscribe to the Thrive Like a Parent podcast and tune in...2024-01-2754 min
Thrive Like A ParentThe Healing in Sharing Your StoryEP:72 On today’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent Podcast… I am so honored to be joined by Kelli Bullard.
Kelly is an incredible mama. A young widow. Teacher turned author.
We are all struck by tragedy in some way within our life. And at some point, we may need to support a neighbor, a friend, a loved one. And we have no earthly idea what that's going to look like for them, or what they may need.
Each individual person definitely needs something different.
Join us as we discuss how...2024-01-2048 min
Thrive Like A ParentWhy I Don’t Believe in New Year’s ResolutionsEP:71 Happy 2024!!!
As we start ramping up this year, I want to remind you that today is today, we'll see what tomorrow brings. But be proud of yourself just simply for showing up. And trust the process.
Whatever you're going through in your life.. Whether it's you having some January blues, whether it's you're feeling some depression, just in life or you've gone through a loss or you're having a hard season of your life, whatever it is, I want you to trust that process.
Trust time.
Love time.
Allow time.
Don't force time but instead soak it in.
...2024-01-1334 min
Thrive Like A ParentRebuilding Trust After TraumaEP:70 On this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent, I have a very special guest with me, my boyfriend Carter.
Throughout this journey, I had to grow and trust the process. It wasn't easy. I had to let my guard down, be vulnerable, and communicate, which is tough, especially after the trauma I've been through. That's why it took me so long to share my current relationship with the world. It's been two years, and it shows the depth of the trauma I had to work through.
It...2024-01-061h 00
Thrive Like A ParentDiscussing the Truth About the Holiday SeasonI urge you to slow down and take a look at the world around you that you are creating… Because this is not easy. I don't care if you're a working parent, a stay at home parent, single, solo or divorced.This is hard.
It's not only hard to be a parent, but we live in a different world than our parents raised us in and it's okay to accept that and lean into that and give your brain and body all the support it needs.
My wish for yo...2023-12-3021 min
Thrive Like A ParentBurnout During The Holiday SeasonEP: 68 Today I want to remind you the holiday season really truly at its core meant slowing down, resting, rebooting.
I want you to focus in on what matters most, which is taking the time to make holiday memories.
I guarantee you're already doing enough.
So put the garland down.
Slow your roll on the extra sides of mashed potatoes and the extra dish you think you need to make this year.
Stop over functioning and doing so much for so many when you really don't feel like doing it but you think you need to do it.
Start...2023-12-2222 min
Thrive Like A ParentHow to Unapologetically Make Your Life Your OwnEP:67 On this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent podcast, I am so honored to be joined by the one and only Erika Nolan!
Erika has not only been a dear friend of mine since childhood, she has also been an inspiration for personal growth and courage to live authentically in a world that often pushes conformity. Erika is now an incredible Holistic Health and Homestead Coach. Her journey involved many unexpected turns that led to a profound transformation.
Pursing a life that aligns with one's true self means stepping into the unknown, releasing old expectations , stepping ou...2023-12-1635 min
Thrive Like A ParentExciting Life UpdateEP:66 Hello, and welcome to another episode of Thrive like a parent Podcast. Today, I'm going to just give you a life update. So every now and then I will kind of do this and share with you what's going on in my life. And there are plenty of other podcasts of mine that give you tons and tons of information. But every now and then you crave and ask for a life update from me. And I appreciate your interest.
I think I will start with a Hashimotos update, because so many of you are...2023-12-0929 min
Thrive Like A ParentSupporting Yourself in the Midst of Holiday Season TriggersEP: 65 Being around our family for the holidays can be so triggering to us. On this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent podcast, I want to give you a guideline of how to support yourself through that time.
Dysregulation into regulation does not happen overnight.
Anxiety into calm does not happen in a blink of an eye.
Fight or flight into rest and digest does not happen overnight.
It takes time, especially when you've been pounding the pavement all year long. That's the exact reason why I don't want you to start adding more to your plate wi...2023-12-0232 min
Thrive Like A ParentAchieving Your Dreams While Maintaining Mental Health and Life Balance.EP: 64 On today’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent Podcast, I have a friend I want to introduce you to, her name is Kelly Brock. She is a business mentor, a coach, a mom, a wife and frankly overall bad ass.
Kelly has been an entrepreneur for 14 years now. She spent 10 years in network marketing and has even been on the billboard in Times Square. But, in her last years of network marketing, she developed anxiety and depression. This made it difficult for Kelly to function as she used to and for anybody who knew her at that mo...2023-11-1853 min
Thrive Like A ParentInterrogation vs. Connection & SafetyEP:63 I promise you I am not getting political.
My stance on what is going on in the world is that "a human is a human is a human '' and anytime there is loss of a human, it's devastating. With recent events, was I devastated to see what happened on October 7th? You bet. Does it hit home for me? Sure, I am a white Jewish female. But a human is a human is a human, and I need you to know that before I speak on anything I say today.
As someone who has a voice you...2023-11-1132 min
Thrive Like A ParentFinding Balance Within the ChaosEP:62 In this podcast episode of Thrive Like a Parent podcast I am so honored to be joined by Maria Gonzalez, a Doctor of Physical Therapy. Maria is also one of the coaches on my team who helps support our clients.
Personal growth doesn't happen overnight and requires trust in the process. So many of our clients initially seek rapid, linear changes, but it takes time. We must learn to embrace the journey with its highs and lows that eventually turn into rolling hills.
We must understand what truly mental health looks and...2023-11-0439 min
Thrive Like A ParentHow to Go From Fight or Flight to Rest and RestorationEP:61 If you are tired of being exhausted, if you're tired of being lonely, if you are tired of snapping at your kids, if you're tired of feeling like it's an uphill battle, if you are tired of only getting that dopamine hit when you buy something for yourself and there's no other joy in life, if you feel like your partnership is stale, or you want to rip their heads off…..
That means ding ding, ding, ding, ding, it's time for support! Because you we aren't meant to do this alone.
2023-10-2825 min
Thrive Like A ParentBuilding Safety Within The BrainEP:60 You can create positive feedback loops of finding connection and safety and trust within the world around you. WHILE you are just simply being yourself. No costume. No act. No performance.
The combination of no performance, just simply being yourself And finding safety in moments where you are just yourself is the secret sauce to that feedback loop of trusting you can simply be who you are. Know and trust your loved for exactly who you are. And it’s okay to be that person.
So much good can come out of the awareness of finding sa...2023-10-2328 min
Thrive Like A ParentAre You Struggling Supporting Your Child?EP:59 This episode of Thrive Like a Parent podcast is for the parent who is struggling with a child. And that is the bottom line. No matter diagnosis or not. The reason I'm doing this podcast, is because I've been there.
Maybe you haven't realized how to put it into words.
Maybe you haven't allowed yourself to fully feel those emotions.
Maybe you haven't given yourself the permission to just validate that sometimes this shits hard, and you're exhausted and you're tired.
I want you to know you're not alone. I want you to know...2023-10-1428 min
Thrive Like A ParentFeeling Like You Are Too MuchEP:58 Join us in our latest episode on Thrive like a parent Podcast, where we chat about something we've all felt at times--- that feeling of being 'too much.'
It's a deep-seated issue that quietly influences many areas of our lives, often without us realizing it.
In our journey of self-discovery, we often seek empowerment, self-confidence, and control over our lives. These desires can be powerful driving forces, but sometimes, in our quest to achieve them, we unintentionally create a mask that usually hide our true selves where we end up...2023-10-0729 min
Thrive Like A ParentSupporting Sensory Seekers Through the Client LensEP:57 Today, I have a guest on the Thrive Like a Parent podcast. Her name is Lindsay Kane now and I've known Lindsey since playgroup! Lindsey is a an incredible wife and mamma to two amazing boys. Lindsey owns a beautiful jewelry company. The link is in stories!
I've worked with Lindsay and her family for a few years now. I've worked with Lindsay regarding herself and I've supported Lindsay with her kiddos.
This episode is an authentic look through the lens of what a session with one of my clients looks like.2023-09-3056 min
Thrive Like A ParentIt Is Ok Not To Be OkEP:56 It is ok for you to be an individual.
It's okay to not have the same opinions. It's okay to feel things that others don’t.
It's okay to be a quote sensitive human. It's okay when others tell you to get over it and are not ready, and it affected me and that's okay.
All of our brains function differently. And if you're trying to model someone else or a generation or you're trying to keep up with something that was taught to you that you quote should be keeping up...2023-09-2324 min
Thrive Like A ParentWhen Are You Fully Healed From Truama?EP:55 A question I get asked all the time… When do you know you are finally healed from trauma?
The truth is… It's not about when is the healing over. It's about gaining awareness to understand that you actually do have control over how you feel in the midst of a trigger.
It is the ability to say, I know that I can support myself through this. I know I have the capacity to do it. I've done it before. And I know I'm going to feel okay on the other side. And that...2023-09-1634 min
Thrive Like A ParentWhat It Means To Be Sensory SensitiveEP:54 Although being sensory seeking can be difficult at times.. You're feeling, hearing, seeing and tasting everything that most others are not. The stimuli can be overwhelming...But it can also be a beautiful benefit, personality trait and neurological trait that can support you and your life and help you find your magic, help you find what you're best at and your strengths.
Your sensory sensitivity is not a weakness friend, it’s your superpower!
After you listen to this podcast, if you have any more questions on this or are interested in working with my...2023-09-0930 min
Thrive Like A ParentThe Podcast is 1 Year Old!EP:53 It has officially been one year since I've started my Thrive Like a Parent podcast!!!
I am so grateful that you have chosen to trust me.
That's why I push so hard to make sure that this is done the correct way.
Thank you for trusting me in supporting you and giving you the knowledge to understand how your brain functions, how your children's brain functions and how to support both.
I can't thank you enough for your...2023-09-0212 min
Thrive Like A ParentLove Your Kids Without Losing Yourself with Dr. Morgan CutlipEP:52 On this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent Podcast, I was fortunate to be joined by Dr. Morgan to discuss her book coming out called Love Your Kids Without Loosing Yourself in the Process.
I was very lucky, I got a little preview. We will discuss a few things in it and a little teaser for all of you listening to my podcast to hear kind of what to expect.
I personally cannot tell you enough positive things about this book and I would love for al...2023-08-2646 min
Thrive Like A ParentFirst Steps Toward Healing From Fight or FlightEP:51 On this weeks episode of Thrive like a Parent podcast we will talk steps and signs of what happens when you finally begin the process of feeling your body come out of fight or flight. And it is so crucially important to understand this because you it's going to feel not as good as you want it to feel.
is so crucially important to have this knowledge so that you don't spiral. That you don't think you're in a deep dark depression so that you don't think it's never going to end so that you know...2023-08-1939 min
Thrive Like A ParentSpit Fire on Frequently Asked QuestionsEP:50 This week I decided to do something a little different on my Thrive Like a Parent podcast.
I want to say thank you to each and every one of you who trust me to support you through this crazy journey of life and dm me your questions.
I know I don’t have the time to answer all of your questions but I will do the best I can to do that in these podcast episodes.
Tell us how you're liking the podcast in...2023-08-1235 min
Thrive Like A ParentHow To Teach Our Kids FeelingsEP:49 We can support our brain into rewiring.
We can support our brain into healing.
We can support our brain into gaining more fluency within each different portion of our brain.
Your brain might push and resist away from saying the hard emotional things because your brains not used to it NOT because it can't. It's just that muscle has not been flexed enough.
That is why it is so important to teach our children how to understand feelings, what they are and how to verbalize them.2023-08-0528 min
Thrive Like A ParentLiving with Hashimoto’s Autoimmune DiseaseEP:48 I have officially been diagnosed with Hashimotos.
It's an autoimmune disease, where your thyroid can bounce into hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism.
It's been a hard one, it's been a real hard one to swallow.
But this will now be part of my story that I share with you and hopefully share my healing journey of what this looks like and how I am stepping in to supporting myself even more. And at the end of the day. It first and foremost starts with me...2023-07-2928 min
Thrive Like A ParentHow Our Choices Will Help Dictate The Next GenerationEP:47 Technology is sucking the money out of the world. It's absolutely crazy. And so many are going along with it.
It's so upsetting to me. It's so upsetting for our future generations and our children. This is not what I signed up for when I decided to have a family and have kids.
we've got to start living in reality and teaching our children that reality exists. And what that reality looks like is up to you to decide. You get to decide what this life looks like for your children, what you have...2023-07-2225 min
Thrive Like A ParentParenthood and Why it is Flipping ExhaustingEP:46 The first number one step to taking care of yourself within the exhaustion of parenthood is awareness, and acceptance.
Ask yourself… How do I feel? It is ok for the answer to be I feel exhausted. You get to feel that feeling. Exhausted does not mean you're weak. Feeling exhausted does not mean that you're a bad parent. Feeling exhausted means you're probably doing a phenomenal job.
When you accept how your brain and body is feeling, you are then allowed to go after the mental health that your brain and body is craving de...2023-07-1528 min
Thrive Like A ParentTransitions For Our Children And Why They are Crucial To UnderstandEP:45 When there is a transition, your brain is feeling discomfort.
We as parents have to support a child's brain into helping them become aware of the discomfort.
We have to guide them through the process of helping them BECOME AWARE, having lots of conversations.
There's no cure here. There's support. We cannot fix immediately, we have to support over the long haul. And consistency is key.
On this week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent, I dive de...2023-07-0830 min
Thrive Like A ParentWhy It’s So Hard to Take Time For Myself Away From My ChildrenEP:44 On his week’s episode of Thrive Like a Parent podcast… we're going to talk about why it's so damn hard to take time for yourself away from your kids.
I believe that we get in this state of only focusing in on our children that we totally forget that we too exist.
I promise you, it doesn’t have to be that way.. In fact it SHOULDN’T be that way!
What I'm telling you is there is an incredible ability for you to b...2023-07-0130 min
Thrive Like A ParentStop Telling Your Children How They FeelEP:43 Our children have feelings and they are in there. They may not understand or be able to identify the word but they sure as hell have them and it is up to us to help them feel the safety and comfort of pulling it out of their body and to be able to verbalize it.
So crucially important.
We don't want to minimize, we don't want to belittle, we don't want to overshadow… We just want to validate that's it. Just be present that's it just be present to the vulnerability of ou...2023-06-2430 min
Thrive Like A ParentPost Partum Rage and DysregulationEP:42 This week on the Thrive Like a Parent podcast we are talking about a topic that was requested by YOU the listeners, which is postpartum, rage and dysregulation within postpartum.
In order to understand how we get to that place of postpartum rage and dysregulation, we have to take a step back in terms of how we've gotten to that place.
We have these expectations of I've always wanted to be a parent. But the true question is... Do I really understand what that will look like when...2023-06-1726 min
Thrive Like A ParentEmotional Eating and how To Break the Cycle Through RegulationEP:41 What most don't quite understand is that emotional eating is not psychological. It's neurological.
And on this week's episode of Thrive Like a Parent Podcast, I am going to give you the tools you need to break that cycle through regulation!
You absolutely can have an intuitive and healthy relationship with food. Without any shame.
Recognition
Awareness
Trust
Create awareness behind how you're feeling and why you might feel dysregulated or heightened or overstimulated...2023-06-1022 min
The BetterLife Podcast#12: Dr. Brooke WeinsteinDr. Brooke Weinstein is an occupational therapist and world-renowned expert on sensory and emotional regulation. A "personal trainer for your brain," she provides step-by-step guidance on parenting, work/life/family balance, and dealing effectively with trauma, guilt, and shame.Today you'll learn:The life-changing benefits of learning how to regulate your nervous systemThe 4 "sensory profiles" that affect the way we navigate lifeHow to understand your own sensory profile (and what Brandon's is)Practical tips for slowing down and staying presentHow to "put your own oxygen mask on first" as a spouse a...2023-05-291h 42
The BetterLife Podcast: Wealth | Real Estate Investing | Life#12: Dr. Brooke WeinsteinDr. Brooke Weinstein is an occupational therapist and world-renowned expert on sensory and emotional regulation. A "personal trainer for your brain," she provides step-by-step guidance on parenting, work/life/family balance, and dealing effectively with trauma, guilt, and shame.Today you'll learn:The life-changing benefits of learning how to regulate your nervous systemThe 4 "sensory profiles" that affect the way we navigate lifeHow to understand your own sensory profile (and what Brandon's is)Practical tips for slowing down and staying presentHow to "put your own oxygen mask on first" as a spouse a...2023-05-291h 42
Guide not Guru with Kelly BrockBattle Parenting Burnout Through Nervous System Regulation w/ Dr. Brooke WeinsteinParenting isn’t a one-size fits all role. But building a healthy, connected, peaceful, calm, balanced, and joyful relationship with your children boils down to being a conscious parent. Brooke Weinstein is a brilliant, world-renowned thought leader on parenting who teaches burnt-out parents to stop snapping at their kids through sensory and emotional regulation. In today’s episode, Brooke dives into the importance of the mind-body-spirit connection, and why connecting the three is at the core of feeling good. She shares gems on regulating and supporting your nervous system so you can reclaim the driver’s seat and steer your l...2023-04-1859 min
Love Thinks PodcastHandling the mental load a solo parent with Dr. Brooke WeinsteinThis is our third podcast interview on the topic of the “mental load.” Dr. Brooke Weinstein joined Dr. John and Dr. Morgan to share how she has successfully learned to carry her mental load while keeping her own self-care a high priority. Her story is inspiring with many diverse and challenging chapters: a wife with a husband struggling with depression; a mother of two boys (now 8 and 5); a working mom with a thriving practice; an almost divorced and later, widowed solo-parent. And yet, through all these experiences she has been resilient to continue to deepen her joy and love of l...2022-05-0438 min
The Millionaire MotherHow to Thrive Like a Mother with Dr. Brooke WeinsteinAre you a parent who feels like they’re operating in fight or flight mode? You’re not alone. My guest today is none other than Dr. Brooke Weinstein. Brooke is a doctor of occupational therapy, a mama, business owner, and badass woman who is creating so much space for women to really thrive like a mother so they can lead lives, run their businesses, and lead their companies in the most regulated and spacious way possible. We have an incredibly insightful conversation all about how she guides her clients through the process of sensory regulation, emotional regulat...2022-03-0842 min
The Circuit of Success Podcast with Brett GillilandBrooke Weinstein on the Circuit of Success
Brooke is a Doctor of occupational therapy. She built a thriving business and career treating the younger generation for the last decade, believing that was her calling. With life experiences, having two preemies, and running a business and household, she began to feel the struggles of motherhood and being stretched too thin. This ultimately led to selling her business, stepping away to readjust her priorities, and focus more on her own family at home. During this pause, she danced her heart out, went on an exploration of self, and dove into the “why” of her career burnout. She...2022-02-2845 min
The PA Is In | Tracy Bingaman | Physician Assistant/Physician Associate/PA-C/PA-S/PA Student073: [MOM] Hot Mess Express: How to Keep Your Cool & Own Your Angry with Dr. Brooke Weinstein, OTDr. Brooke Weinstein, Mama expert, Pediatric OT and kick ass cheerleader and honest, hot mess express who specializes in helping moms to regulate our emotions so we can show up well for our kids. You don’t want to miss it if you've been feeling the pressure of motherhood and the squeeze of your schedule.
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MERRY MONEY GUIDE - https://tracy-bingaman.mykajabi.com/merrymoney2021-12-0245 min
No Approval NeededEmbracing Career Shifts + Fear Of Judgment + Doing the Thing with Julie WeinsteinJulie Weinstein is an author, podcaster, writer + digital strategist. She was an early adopter of blogging back in 2011. In her 20's Julie wrote a book, "Oops! An Insider's Guide to Dating, Sex and Relationships In Your 20's". Julie started her podcast, Hashtag No Filter, in 2018. Julie has many different skills that have led to her trying out new and different career paths along the way. She and I both share that pattern and we have learned to embrace the changes and recognize that each experience leads us to our next. 2021-07-1944 min
Mom is a VerbDr. Brooke WeinsteinBrooke Weinstein OTD, OTR/L keeps it real about Mamahood, tips, and tricks to childhood development, and how to live in your mama truth. Brooke is a Doctor of occupational therapy. With over a decade of experience, Brooke built a thriving business in New Orleans called Therapeutic Learning Center which focused on treating the child and educating the entire family on coping skills and strategies on how to manage societal challenges children face.
With life experience, having two preemies, running a business (and household), Brooke began to feel the struggles of motherhood, being stretched too thin. This ultimately led to...2021-07-1947 min