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I captain of my ship divorce coaching#221 Family Ties: From Stupid to GreatTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
What can you do when your child tells you he doesn't like his baby brother?
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was divorced in 2017-2018. When we divorced, the children were 12, 16, 18 and 20 years...2023-10-1903 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#220 Dealing with manipulative behavior in childrenTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behavior" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.What to do when your child cries and is manipulative to have something you don't want to give at the moment. I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was divorced in 2017-2018. When we...2023-10-1206 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#219 My dating lifeTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
I started dating around February this year. I will share some lessons and insights.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was divorced in 2017-2018. When we divorced, the children were 12, 16, 18 and 20 years old...2023-10-1009 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#218 Becoming Your Best Self: Personal Growth and TransformationTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
What is important when you have a desire to achieve something that is difficult?
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was divorced in 2017-2018. When we divorced...2023-10-0505 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#217 Co-Parenting vacation success: 6 tips for when your child travels with the other parentTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
If you are recently divorced, you can look up to the first summer vacation. That makes sense, because this is normally the time of year when you have a lot of quality time with your family. The children now go on holiday alone with the other parent. I would like to give 6 tips to deal with this.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to...2023-10-0318 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#216 Preventing a Fight Divorce: Strategies for a Peaceful SeparationTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
A divorce or breakup almost always brings a lot of emotions with it. It is not without reason that the process of coping is sometimes compared to mourning. Is your relationship over and are you having a hard time with it? Then check out these tips!
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having...2023-09-2822 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#215 Navigating divorce or break-up: 6 essential tipsTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
A divorce or breakup almost always brings a lot of emotions with it. It is not without reason that the process of coping is sometimes compared to mourning. Is your relationship over and are you having a hard time with it? Then check out these tips!
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having...2023-09-2614 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#214 What children in divorce want parents to knowTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
If you are considering a divorce when you have children, are in the middle of it or have completed a divorce, you do not want to miss these tips from children to divorced parents.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I...2023-09-2102 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#213 Miracles after my divorceTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
After going through a fight divorce I was hoping for a miracle and it happened 5 years later!
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was divorced in 2017-2018. When we divorced, the children were 12, 16, 18...2023-09-2113 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#212 To do after a breakupTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
In this episode I was asked for my opinion. When do I think a marriage/relationship has ended successfully? And why I think that's important.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was divorced...2023-09-1406 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#211 How to successfully end your relationshipTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
In this episode I was asked for my opinion. When do I think a marriage/relationship has ended successfully? And why I think that's important.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum...2023-09-1207 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#210 Complaints about pain, what to do?To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
Children sometimes hurt themselves and since pain is subjective and a child knows how much pain it is in, I like to give tips on how to respond to a child who is in pain.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
2023-09-0707 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#209 Angry child, help!To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
If a child is allowed to feel his anger, it will calm down faster. Holding back and venting are not healthy ways to deal with anger.
I'd love to share tips on how your child can discharge anger in a healthy way.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to...2023-09-0506 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#208 Navigating Your Child's PainTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
Children sometimes hurt themselves and since pain is subjective and a child knows how much pain it is in, I like to give tips on how to respond to a child who is in pain.I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.My name is Petra Westra...2023-08-3106 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#207 Empty nest syndromeTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.Recently my youngest daughter left the house to study. Now that the holiday is over and it starts to be more quite in the house, the empty nest syndrome shows up...I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum...2023-08-2917 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#206 Between Two Hearts: Navigating Loyalty Conflicts in Children of DivorceTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.Exploring the intricate emotional landscape, 'Between Two Hearts' delves into loyalty conflicts in children of divorce. Through real-life stories, we unravel the complexities of divided loyalties, helping parents and caregivers guide their children towards emotional resilience and healthier relationships amidst separation.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at...2023-08-2416 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#205 emotional support in childrenTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
A child reacts actively to a given event, depending on how it feels about that event. With certain thoughts come certain emotions that are positive, negative or neutral. Positive feelings require different thoughts than negative or neutral emotional reactions. I would like to share an insight on how to teach this to your child.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to...2023-08-2210 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#204 Giving advice when child feels sadTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.What effect does it has on a child when it feels sad after something happened and you immediately start giving advice.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was divorced in 2017-2018. When we...2023-08-1705 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#203 Tips to improve relationship with your childTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
There are 5 love languages:
1: Words of affirmation
2: Acts of Service
3: Receiving gifts
4: Quality time
5: Physical touch
In this video I like to give some examples how to fill up the love tank of your child. When applying these different forms of love languages, please relax and enjoy filling up the love tank of your child and notice the difference in the bond you have together!
I Captain My Ship is a...2023-08-1515 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#202 How do I improve a bad relationship with my child?To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.I'm happy to share some ideas what you can do to change a bad relationship with your child to a better relationship. I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was divorced in 2017-2018. When...2023-08-1008 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#201 impact of stimulating happinessTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
I'm happy to share what research says about "happy kids" and why encouraging happiness is important.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was divorced in 2017-2018. When we divorced, the children were 12, 16, 18 and 20...2023-08-0805 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#200 Help, I am irritated by my child's behaviorTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
How can I talk to my child when I get irritated by his/her behavior without affecting the self esteem of the child?
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was divorced in 2017-2018...2023-08-0307 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#199 When a child steals something...To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.What happens when you use ways to be fully present with your child who exhibits difficult behaviors?I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was divorced in 2017-2018. When we divorced, the children were 12, 16, 18...2023-08-0110 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#198 Not allowed to show you are angryTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.What effect does it has on your child when it is not allowed to feel the emotion anger? I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was divorced in 2017-2018. When we divorced, the children...2023-07-2712 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#197 My child always forgets to take lunch, help!To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.What to do when your child always forgets to take lunch to school, is too late for schoolprojects, coming home to late for dinner, etc? How can I motivate my child to take own responsibility about own behaviour? I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.My name...2023-07-2509 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#196 How to react to bad behaviourTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
How do you react in a situation where your child has done something very nasty. Do you look away or say something about it. As a parent, how can you say something without your child feeling completely rejected. I would like to give a few examples with which I want to inspire you for your own situation.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to...2023-07-2008 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#195 Giving a complimentTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.As a parent you want a compliment to come in and make sure your child feels good and grows in ability. In this episode I like to give tips on how you can compliment your child.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.My name is Petra...2023-07-1804 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#194 Experience natural consequences of behaviorTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.A house is often set up to make dangerous behavior impossible. I am happy to provide suggestions on what you as a parent can do to encourage your child to enable new behaviour. This will help the child grow in feeling competent. In addition, there are many other ways to help a child grow in ability. What might it look like if you let a child experience the natural consequences of...2023-07-1313 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#193 Helping children grow in abilityTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
What are the benefits if a child can develop in different areas? What can you do as a parent to help a child grow in ability?
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was...2023-07-1107 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#192 Child (5) steals an apple from the store, help!To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
What happens when you use ways to be fully present with your child who exhibits difficult behaviors?
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was divorced in 2017-2018. When we divorced, the children were 12, 16, 18...2023-07-0611 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#191 Prevent difficult behaviorTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
What happens when you use ways to be fully present with your child who exhibits difficult behaviors?
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was divorced in 2017-2018. When we divorced, the children were 12, 16, 18...2023-07-0410 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#190 Awful behaviourTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
A 10-year-old girl who throws everything, spits at the parents, slams the doors or shows behavior that bothers the parents, gets advice. What need is their daughter trying to satisfy with this behavior?
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live...2023-06-2906 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#189 Daughter (18) wants to cycle through the woods alone at nightTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
You've always brought your daughter to and from parties and suddenly your daughter is 18 years old and tells you that it no longer needs you and wants to cycle up and down to a party in the middle of the night. What if your daughter has to cycle through the woods and you are not too happy about that as a parent?
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast...2023-06-2712 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#188 Talking without shame or blameTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
What questions can you ask without blaming of shaming when talking with your children? I like to give some questions you can try and see how the conversations will change as soon as your child does not feel judged or criticized through blaming and shaming. I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how...2023-06-2207 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#187 I feel disrespected as a parent, help!To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
What to do as a parent if your child is getting rambunctious, not listening or talking back and you feel disrespected.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands...2023-06-2012 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#186 Child has stolen at schoolTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
What do you do as a parent if you get a call from the head of the school saying that your child has stolen?
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I...2023-06-1514 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#185 Coming home with a bad report cardTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
How do you react when your child comes home with a bad report card? Are you blaming or shaming your child? What kind of effect does such a reaction actually have on your child? I would like to discuss a way of responding that will build your child's self-image and self-esteem.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who...2023-06-1312 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#184 Change your questions, change your life!To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
I like to share what I did when I was done feeling sad after the divorce that made me feel different.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands...2023-06-0806 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#183 What do you want to be when you grow up?To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
What do you actually teach your child if you regularly ask the question "what do you want to be when you grow up?"
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum...2023-06-0611 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#182 Sadness first aidTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
In this episode I would like to share some questions you can ask your child after it has come home from school sad and has told its story. After asking these questions, most children break into a smile.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having...2023-06-0108 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#181 Child: comes home sadTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
What can you do if your child comes home with a pale face and you feel that something is wrong?
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and...2023-05-3010 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#180 How to help a child make choicesTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
In this episode I talk about the benefit children have who learned to choose as a child. I give tips on how to practice making choices.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I...2023-05-2505 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#179 Sadness after being called a dorkTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
In this episode I talk about a mother's reaction when her 9-year-old son came home sad from a sleepover with his father who had called him a dork.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra...2023-05-2304 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#178 Don't like my baby brother!To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
What can you do when your child tells you he doesn't like his baby brother?
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was divorced in 2017-2018...2023-05-1803 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#177 My child cries for present in store, help!To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
In this episode I give a tip what a mother did when her 5 year old child made a scene in a store about a gift he wanted and his parents wouldn't buy
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
...2023-05-1606 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#176 Police at the doorTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
In the year 2021 the police came at my door...
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was divorced in 2017-2018. When we divorced, the children were 12, 16, 18...2023-05-1617 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#175 USA and policeTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
While I'm making a road trip in the USA with the 4 kids, I'm stopped by the police and that doesn't go very smoothly.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum...2023-05-0918 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#174 Police: forgot beltTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
I am stopped by the police who tells me that I forgot to put on my belt. But is that actually true?
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the...2023-05-0411 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#173 Help: Your daughter's best friend is moving!To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
Help! Your 9-year-old daughter's best friend is moving! Here I tell a story of what a mother did in this situation to give her daughter space for the emotions that came with it.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at...2023-05-0211 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#172 Real miracle after divorceTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
After going through a fight divorce I was hoping for a miracle and it happened 5 years later!
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was divorced...2023-04-2713 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#171 How did I get out of the deepest point in my divorceTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
Last week a miracle happened. Before I will tell the story in the next episode I like to tell where I come from. What has been one the deepest points during my divorce? How did I overcome this so I was prepared to be part of this miracle.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn...2023-04-2512 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#170 Dealing with your child's feelingsTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
What difference does it make to your child whether you listen with half an ear or calmly and attentively.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I...2023-04-2007 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#169 My child has lost something for the umpteenth time, how do I react?To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
Sometimes you can worry as a parent if your child loses the same thing every time. What is one way to react in such a situation?
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I...2023-04-1808 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#168 My child wants something on bread that has run out, how do I react?To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
How do you react as a parent when your child has something to eat and that's gone? I like to share tips to prevent a possible scene.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra...2023-04-1307 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#167 Our pet died, how do I respond to my child?To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
If a pet to which the child was attached has died, you may wonder as a parent what is a way to respond to your child. I'd love to share examples of how you can do this.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your...2023-04-1106 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#166 Grief and work, how can I do both?To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
After I told about my stillborn nephew at work, I had to deal with strong emotions that I didn't have room for at the time. How did I go about completing my working day in a good way? I'd love to share it with you.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be...2023-04-0617 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#165 Can grief and happiness go together?To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday July 19th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com. Just before I got the message from my stillborn nephew, my son got engaged. It would later turn out that the engagement party that had been planned would be the day after my stillborn nephew's funeral. My goal was to make this engagement party a blast. But is this possible so soon after a funeral? How did I manage that and what tool di...2023-04-0522 min
I captain of my ship divorce coaching#164 Words of hopeThe coming 2 weeks I will be still and won't post a new episode. First week of april I will start posting new episodes.
Today I will share words of hope my brother and his wife wrote on a card and put at the basket of my stillborn nephew.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was divor...2023-03-1602 min
I captain of my ship divorce coaching#163 A letter to my stillborn nephewThe planned workshop will not take place on March 15th. All participants have been informed. I will plan and announce a new date in April.
Today I will share a letter I wrote to my stillborn nephew Julius Jurre.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home. My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I was divorced in 2017-2018. When we divorced, the children were 12, 16, 18 and 20 years old...2023-03-1506 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#162 Do my parents both love me after divorce?To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday March 15th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
A child wants to know if both parents still love it after a divorce. How do you tell this to your child?
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home. My name is Petra Westra, I live...2023-03-0907 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#161 Thanks to my horrible child we have this divorce!To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday March 15th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
If you have a hard time raising your child and all of a sudden you go through a divorce, it is easy to blame your child. What effect does this blame have on your child?
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while havi...2023-03-0710 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#160 Grieving process children after divorce part 2To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday March 15th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
In this episode I'm going to talk about the last 2 steps of the grieving process when a child hears that the parents are getting divorced.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My nam...2023-03-0210 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#159 Grieving process children after divorce part 1To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday March 15th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
In this episode I'm going to talk about the first 2 steps of the grieving process when a child hears that the parents are getting divorced.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My nam...2023-02-2810 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#158 Help child solving a conflictTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday March 15th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
How can you help your child solving a problem? I like to give you some tips.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Net...2023-02-2309 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#157 My child is crossing a line! Help!To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday March 15th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
What can you do when a child is crossing a line? I like to give you some tips.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hil...2023-02-2107 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#156 When is a divorce successful? Part 2To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday March 15th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
In this episode I was asked for my opinion. When do I think a marriage/relationship has ended successfully. And why do I think that's important.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My...2023-02-1607 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#155 When is a divorce successful?To sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday March 15th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
In this episode I was asked for my opinion. When do I think a marriage/relationship has ended successfully. And why do I think that's important.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My...2023-02-1408 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#154 How can you laugh with your childTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday March 15th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
I will give you some examples what you can do with your child to laugh more often and take advantage of the healthy benefits laughing brings.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My n...2023-02-0907 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#153 Laughing is healthyTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday March 15th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
Laughing has a number of health benefits. I'll tell you what they are in this video.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home. My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Netherlands and I wa...2023-02-0708 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#152 Why stimulating happiness is importantTo sign up or get more information about the online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday March 15th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
I'm happy to share what research says about "happy kids" and why encouraging happiness is important.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra Westra, I live in Hilversum, the Neth...2023-02-0206 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#151 The function of being happyTo sign up or get more information about my online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday March 15th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
Of course, happy is an important positive emotion. I would like to discuss the question of what the function of happy is.
I Captain My Ship is a life changing podcast for anyone who wants to learn how to be happy again after a divorce while having your teen(s) living at home.
My name is Petra West...2023-01-3107 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching#150 My child is having nightmares part 2To sign up or get more information about my online information workshop "Space for emotions and limits to behaviour" on Wednesday March 15th from 8.00-9.30pm UTC+1 you can write an email to info@icaptainofmyship.com.
Almost all children have nightmares from time to time. More often than adults even, and with a peak at age five or six. Because toddlers do not yet see the difference between dream and reality, this can frighten your child. What's are do's and don'ts when your child is having a nightmare?
I Captain My Ship is a life cha...2023-01-2609 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingWhere do you point your finger?In this episode I talk about the importance to find out which way you go in life right now. Are you going in the direction you want to go? If not I will tell you through stories how to change direction.2021-07-0616 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching4 stappen om patronen te doorbrekenDoor het inzetten van angst en plezier kan je met deze 4 stappen patronen doorbreken en datgene bereiken wat jij belangrijk vindt. Petra.westra0701@gmail.com insta petra.westra2021-07-0118 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingLeren "nee" zeggenPetra.westra0701@gmail.com insta petra.westra Aan de hand van inspirerende verhalen geef ik de belangrijkheid aan van het leren "nee" zeggen. Nog belangrijker is het leren opladen van je eigen energie zodat je kan geven vanuit je volle kracht.2021-06-2922 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingPijn is onvermijdelijk, lijden is een keuzePetra.westra0701@gmail.com insta petra.westra In deze podcast leg ik aan de hand van voorbeelden uit dat na regen de zon altijd weer gaat schijnen. Je bepaalt zelf of en hoelang je na een pijnlijke situatie of gebeurtenis kiest om te lijden. Onthoud: ik ben de kapitein van mijn schip! XXX2021-06-2408 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingWegbezuinigd worden zien als een kansPetra.westra0701@gmail.com insta petra.westra Tegenslagen zijn niet leuk in het leven. Door ze te zien als een kans en uitdaging, kan je het op een later tijdstip een andere betekenis geven. Door een gebeurtenis een andere betekenis te geven kan dit een wereld van verschil maken.2021-06-2208 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingWat te doen als je vast zit bij het bereiken van je doelPetra.westra0701@gmail.com insta petra.westra In deze podcast leg ik aan de hand van voorbeelden uit hoe ik weer in beweging ben gekomen nadat ik vastzat met het bereiken van mijn doel.2021-06-1709 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingDe kracht van gedachtenPetra.westra0701@gmail.com insta petra.westra Ik vertel aan de hand van verschillende voorbeelden hoe de kracht van gedachten gebruikt kunnen worden bij het behalen van je doelen.2021-06-1524 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingPubers, afspraken, uit huis gaanPetra.westra0701@gmail.com insta petra.westra In deze podcast leg ik uit welke afspraken ik heb gemaakt met mijn pubers op weg naar hun volwassenheid.2021-06-1015 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingDiploma uitreiking! Yess!!Petra.westra0701@gmail.com insta petra.westra Eindelijk kan met de huidige regels mijn diploma uitreiking plaatsvinden. Ik focus mij op alles wat wel kan en mag, waardoor het een heel bijzonder moment is geworden. Ook pas ik "brutalen hebben de halve wereld" toe, waardoor ik meer bereik dan ik had verwacht.2021-06-0817 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingEerste week als junior NLP coachPetra.westra0701@gmail.com insta petra.westra ik vertel over de bijzondere reis "change personal history" en "familie opstellingen".2021-06-0306 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingInvullen voor een anderPetra.westra0701@gmail.com insta petra.westra In deze podcast vertel ik over een voorval waarin ik verviel in een oud patroon en hoe ik hiermee ben omgegaan.2021-06-0119 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingOchtendritueelPetra.westra0701@gmail.com insta petra.westra In deze podcast benoem ik 5 punten die ik als ochtendritueel graag doe. Ze zorgen voor een goed en positief begin van de dag en dat heeft weer effect op de rest van de dag.2021-05-2708 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingGeven vanuit je krachtEen inspirerend verhaal over zorgen voor jezelf zodat je de kapitein bent van je eigen schip en vanuit je kracht mensen kan helpen.2021-05-2517 minI captain of my ship divorce coaching8 basisemotiesElke emotie heeft een boodschap. Neem jij de tijd om naar de boodschap te luisteren?2021-05-2106 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingKapitein van mijn schip.Petra.westra0701@gmail.com insta petra.westra In deze aflevering maak ik mijn bedrijfsnaam bekend. Ik vertel de eerste stap om de kapitein van je eigen schip te zijn of worden.2021-05-1807 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingCommitment: keep doing the things you promised yourselfPetra.westra0701@gmail.com insta petra.westra Door beloftes na te komen die je aan jezelf hebt gedaan word je een licht voor anderen. In deze podcast ben ik er net achtergekomen hoe ik mijn bedrijf ga noemen.2021-05-1312 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingNieuwe dingen beginnen voordat iets volmaakt isPetra.westra0701@gmail.com insta petra.westra In deze podcast vertel ik over het vinden van moed om deze podcast te beginnen. Ik geef antwoord op de vraag hoe jij meer moed kan vinden om je eigen mooiste leven te leven en meer te genieten van de reis in dit leven.2021-05-1116 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingVanuit "shit" situatie een eigenschap ontwikkelen op de Middelbare schoolDoor eigen keuzes zak ik als puber van vwo naar mavo niveau. Ik kom op een school waar ik niemand ken en ontwikkel een nieuwe eigenschap waar ik tot op heden nog altijd de vruchten van pluk.2021-05-0608 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingStuderen en in oplossingen denken bij uitdagingenPetra.westra0701@gmail.com insta petra.westra Tijdens mijn studie van het tweede leerjaar HBO HRM gaat Marco voor enkele maanden naar het buitenland. De steun tijdens tentamenweken valt weg. Ik ben vastbesloten om mijn studie te halen en bedenk hoe ik dit ga doen. Vooral door terug te kijken leer ik nog beter om in oplossingen te denken.2021-05-0411 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingJij kan je doel bereikenIk ben op zoek naar een strandbedje en kom erachter dat het daar niet zozeer om draait. Eigenlijk ligt er een ander doel aan ten grondslag. Door hier achter te komen ben ik in staat meer opties te zien. Dit wordt beloond met een prachtige zonnige dag!2021-04-2912 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingI captain of my shipBeing a divorced mom or dad with teenagers is probably the hardest job on the planet. I know what it feels like because 4 years ago I went through my divorce with my children ages 12, 16, 18 and 20 years old all living at home. I wondered what steps I could take to process the past and create a happy life again. I found answers and love to talk about various topics associated with divorce, self development, raising children, financial freedom, etc.2021-04-2900 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingCenotes en angst overwinnenVerhaal van Mexico waarin ik cenotes bezoek en mijn angst overwin om van een hoge rots te springen. En soms ook bewust kies een ander pad te bewandelen dan anderen.2021-04-2722 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingHet regent buitenPetra Westra vertelt aan de hand van verhalen wat er gebeurt als je eigen verantwoordelijk neemt over je leven en besluit de kapitein van je eigen schip te zijn.2021-04-2219 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingLaatste dag in MexicoPetra Westra vertelt in deze aflevering over haar laatste dag in Mexico leert onder andere lessen over het vinden van oplossingen en "Falen bestaat niet, er is alleen feedback". Edison kennen wij van de gloeilamp. Ook hij paste deze NLP overtuiging toe en was daarom in staat meer dan 2.000 uitvindingen te doen in zijn leven.2021-04-2016 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingDoelen bereikenIn deze aflevering vertel ik wat ik inzet om mijn doelen te bereiken. Dit doe ik aan de hand van een verhaal met een jetski.2021-04-1511 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingRoadtrip door de USA.Mijn droom is al 15 jaar om een roadtrip te maken door de USA. Vlak voordat deze droom uitkomt loop ik tegen een grote angst aan die ik moet overwinnen wil ik deze reis maken. Laat ik mijn droom voorbij gaan vanwege mijn angst? Of kies ik ervoor mijn angst tegemoet te treden? Welke stappen en technieken zet ik in om mijn angst te lijf te gaan en mijn droom uit te laten komen?2021-04-1329 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingEen onverwachte sneeuwstormVoordat ik naar een belangrijke huwelijksreceptie ga moet ik voor het eerst door een sneeuwstorm rijden. Durf ik dat?2021-04-0908 minI captain of my ship divorce coachingInspirerende VerhalenIntroductie 2021-04-0715 min