Hi, Fam!
Welcome to Hi, Fam! Learn how to blend ancient wisdom with modern living to design a family life you love. Your host, Avital (pronounced Ah-Vee-Tal), is a designer, parenting coach, and mother of five on a mission to guide parents to build unbreakable homes, create passionate marriages, and raise resilient kids. Tune in weekly for no-nonsense myth-busting, tough love, fascinating conversations, and deep dives into controversial subjects.
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#2 Facts vs Feelings - Who Wins?
01/31/2023
#2 Facts vs Feelings - Who Wins?
Society seems to be in a war between the offensive and the offended; between those who attack with facts and logic and those who follow heart and soul; between those who think and those who feel. Just like many things in our life, the pendulum often swings from one extreme to the other and often, in a generational way. Many of us grew up in homes with a very different approach to emotions and feeling than what's popular today. Should we honor facts or feelings? In this episode, you'll learn why this false dichotomy is hurting our families and how you can harness both sides to raise resilient kids. _________________ “I love this show!” —> If that sounds like you please rate and review the show! This helps us support more people - just like you - to create a family life they love. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Today's podcast is sponsored by: Sunsama, organizing your work one day at a time. Try a 14-day free trail here: Want to get your child playing for 3 hours a day without screens, bribes, or buying a thing? (reclaimplay.com/haven)
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#1 How to Show Up to Your Family Life (Like a Boss)
01/24/2023
#1 How to Show Up to Your Family Life (Like a Boss)
Society is going to tell you that parenting is brutal and marriage is a bore (or worse). It will warn you about the sleepless nights, the stretch marks, and the cheerios in your hair. It will tell you that family life is exhausting, expensive, and full of sacrifice. But do you ever get the feeling that 'there must be a better way?' Like there is something missing? Well, that’s what we’re going to address, right here. Here, in Hi, Fam! we’re going to give you a whole new perspective. We’re going to help you craft a vision of family life that is meaningful, intentional, and even enjoyable. And offer the tools to put that vision into practice. Today’s episode is all about the first step to take to get your family life on track, to put the pep back in your step, and to face anything that comes your way throughout the day. Let’s go! _______________________ “I love this show!” —> If that sounds like you please rate and review the show! This helps us support more people - just like you - to create a family life they love. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Want to get your child playing for 3 hours a day without screens, bribes, or buying a thing? (reclaimplay.com/haven)
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TPJ 113: Selfish Parenting
04/06/2022
TPJ 113: Selfish Parenting
Too many parents are burning out – doing everything for everyone else in their families and feeling completely drained by the end of each day. It doesn’t have to be this way! The truth is, what children need most are parents who feel good in their own skin, are well-cared for, and have great energy to tackle the day. The last thing they need are parents who feel resentful towards them for their own exhaustion. In today’s episode, I’m going to share 8 tips on how to infuse a little more ‘selfishness’ into your life, prioritizing yourself in key areas so you can feel like a healthy human again! ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ Join us on the TPJ App for the full-text version, private community discussion, and MUCH more: [02:56] 1. Start the day with you [05:12] 2. Eat for you [08:06] 3. Consume content for you [10:59] 4. Go places you enjoy [13:06] 5. Organize your home for you [15:03] It's ok to set limits [16:00] 6. Shop for you [17:12] 7. Make friends for you [20:09] 8. Say no for you [22:24] We don’t have to entertain our kids or give them everything they want If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Take a selfie of you listening or a screenshot of the show, post it to instagram stories, and tag me or feel free to DM me on instagram, I try to reply to as many as I can!Are you subscribed to my podcast? Subscribe so that fresh episodes are delivered directly to you. Those shiny 5-star ratings and sweet reviews have me all gushy, thank you. But more importantly, they help other parents discover the Parenting Junkie Show and spread the word about Loving parenting and Parenting from Love. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me, you can . Want to connect to like-minded parenting junkies? Join our (free & awesome) FB community .
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TPJ 112: A New Way To Look At Anger
03/22/2022
TPJ 112: A New Way To Look At Anger
Anger Management Tips for Parents: How to Handle Anger in Parenting I've always been drawn to peaceful parenting, conscious parenting, gentle parenting - however, I have a temper! I get triggered. And most parents struggle with anger and yelling. The following parenting tips will help you minimize your triggers so you can love parenting and parent from love. Don't stay stuck with the feeling that there's something wrong with you or something wrong with your child - let's break this down: ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ Join us on the TPJ App for the full-text version, private community discussion, and MUCH more: How to Minimize Triggers Present Play Membership opens in April (join the waitlist: Anger is natural, but acting out of anger is destructive. We overcomplicate anger management. Being angry is very similar to being drunk. Prefrontal cortex vs. amygdala. The feelings will pass. Once it passes, we can think clearly again. It's a great opportunity to model for our children. We can teach our children to take a break and calm down. If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Take a selfie of you listening or a screenshot of the show, post it to instagram stories, and tag me or feel free to DM me on instagram, I try to reply to as many as I can!Are you subscribed to my podcast? Subscribe so that fresh episodes are delivered directly to you. Those shiny 5-star ratings and sweet reviews have me all gushy, thank you. But more importantly, they help other parents discover the Parenting Junkie Show and spread the word about Loving parenting and Parenting from Love. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me, you can . Want to connect to like-minded parenting junkies? Join our (free & awesome) FB community .
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TPJ 111: HELP! I HATE MY CHILD (What to do if you dislike your child)
03/08/2022
TPJ 111: HELP! I HATE MY CHILD (What to do if you dislike your child)
Feeling hatred toward your child is a symptom of a different problem. This is a controversial and taboo topic, but it's not that uncommon for parents to sometimes feel disgusted and think or say "Go away!" "Leave me alone." "I don't like you." "I don't want you." "I don't love you." "I hate you!" towards their kids. So what's causing that very uncomfortable sensation and feeling? Don't stay stuck with the feeling that there's something wrong with you or something wrong with your child - let's break this down: ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ ↓ Join us on the TPJ App for the full-text version, private community discussion, and MUCH more: [02:14] Feeling hatred toward your child is a symptom of a different problem [03:59] 1. This is normal [05:57] Even though it's normal there are things we can do about it [07:25] 2. Change is constant [10:35] 3. Your child might be going through a hard time right now [12:37] 4. YOU might be going through a hard time right now [14:43] 5. You don't hate your child; you hate their behaviors or temperament [17:12] 6. Take a break [19:03] 7. Coach yourself [20:16] 8. Inhibit yourself [21:28] 9. Imagine it’s your last day on earth [22:42] 10. Envision your golden moments with your child [24:00] 11. List out the things that are awesome about your child [24:41] 12. Reframe their bad traits [26:28] Correct their shadow side and celebrate their light side [27:01] Traits we find difficult in childhood are often assets in adulthood [27:20] 13. Engage in baby bonding behaviors [28:22] 14. Use humor [29:34] 15. Love is a choice If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Take a selfie of you listening or a screenshot of the show, post it to instagram stories, and tag me or feel free to DM me on instagram, I try to reply to as many as I can!Are you subscribed to my podcast? Subscribe so that fresh episodes are delivered directly to you. Those shiny 5-star ratings and sweet reviews have me all gushy, thank you. But more importantly, they help other parents discover the Parenting Junkie Show and spread the word about Loving parenting and Parenting from Love. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me, you can . Want to connect to like-minded parenting junkies? Join our (free & awesome) FB community .
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TPJ 110: I’m A Hypocrite
02/21/2022
TPJ 110: I’m A Hypocrite
Over the years I've been sharing things I'm learning about Parenting. Things I read in books, things I experiment on in my own lab (my family), and I've been sharing what has really resonated with me and what's worked for me. But I must make a confession and expose the hypocrisy, the many contradictions and paradoxes that occur within me within my own mind, my family, my parenting practice, and what I outwardly preach. There are many things that I am drawn to and believe in that I share with you. And then as time goes on, or perhaps just in the way that it resonates or works in my individual family and with my unique children, it didn't really work out that way or I opted for something else or I changed my mind. In this episode I'm going to tell you about several things that I have preached outwardly that I still respect and support and believe in, but don't necessarily practice at home with my children. [02:04] #1 Unschooling [04:58] #2 Co-sleeping [07:19] #3 Saying no [08:53] #4 Time outs [10:36] We pick and choose what works best for our family [11:55] #5 Punishments [14:37] #6 Monitoring content [16:28] #7 Sticker charts [18:31] #8 Minimalism [20:08] #9 E.C. & cloth diapers I hope that this liberates you from any dogmatic kind of thinking, any kind of perfectionism, any imagination or projection onto me that I am doing it perfectly. Because that is so far from the truth. If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Take a selfie of you listening or a screenshot of the show, post it to instagram stories, and tag me or feel free to DM me on instagram, I try to reply to as many as I can! Are you subscribed to my podcast? Subscribe so that fresh episodes are delivered directly to you. Those shiny 5-star ratings and sweet reviews have me all gushy, thank you. But more importantly, they help other parents discover the Parenting Junkie Show and spread the word about Loving parenting and Parenting from Love. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me, you can . Want to connect to like-minded parenting junkies? Join our (free & awesome) FB community . Full Show Notes:
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TPJ 109: Boost Your Confidence As A Stay-At-Home-Parent
01/10/2022
TPJ 109: Boost Your Confidence As A Stay-At-Home-Parent
So many of my clients and community members are stay-at-home parents; parents who aren't currently working or are working very minimally. A common struggle is a loss of identity or feeling like your value and your worth isn't recognized by others, or feeling like you've lost your confidence now that you “just stay at home with the kids”. In this episode I’m going to share how you can boost your confidence as a stay at home parent so you can be super confident and proud of who you are and what you're doing. [01:15] Stop minimizing [02:26] Show up each day [03:52] Value your contribution [06:10] Be interesting [08:26] Address your money mindset [10:45] Switch from feeling apologetic to grateful [13:06] Think about what you're giving your children If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Take a selfie of you listening or a screenshot of the show, post it to instagram stories, and tag me or feel free to DM me on instagram, I try to reply to as many as I can!Are you subscribed to my podcast? Subscribe so that fresh episodes are delivered directly to you. Those shiny 5-star ratings and sweet reviews have me all gushy, thank you. But more importantly, they help other parents discover the Parenting Junkie Show and spread the word about Loving parenting and Parenting from Love. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me, you can . Want to connect to like-minded parenting junkies? Join our (free & awesome) FB community . Resources: YouTube video Full Show Notes:
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TPJ 108: Why You Should Feel Great As A Working Parent
11/01/2021
TPJ 108: Why You Should Feel Great As A Working Parent
In this episode I’ll talk about why you should feel great if you’re a working parent.
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TPJ 107: How To Prepare Your Partner To Support You During Birth
06/03/2021
TPJ 107: How To Prepare Your Partner To Support You During Birth
Are you pregnant? If so, congratulations! And if you’d like your partner to be an amazing support to you during your birth (and who wouldn’t, right?) then this episode is for you.
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TPJ 106: How To Prepare For A Home Birth
05/27/2021
TPJ 106: How To Prepare For A Home Birth
At the time of this recording, I’m pregnant with my fifth child. So far I've given birth in hospitals and birthing centers, and for a long list of reasons this time around, I decided to have a home birth. In this episode I’ll be sharing how I've been preparing in order to set myself up for maximum success in my home birth.
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TPJ 105: Self-Care During Pregnancy
05/20/2021
TPJ 105: Self-Care During Pregnancy
By the time you're reading this, I hope to have had my fifth baby. But at the time of this recording, I'm pregnant with number five, and I want to share some self-care tips for when you're pregnant.
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TPJ 104: 10 Design Tips For A Sophisticated Home
03/29/2021
TPJ 104: 10 Design Tips For A Sophisticated Home
If you would like your home to look more beautiful and sophisticated, even on an inexpensive budget while you have little kids at home, then this episode is for you.
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TPJ 103: Using The Law Of Attraction To Create Family Bliss
03/22/2021
TPJ 103: Using The Law Of Attraction To Create Family Bliss
Have you heard of the law of attraction? It’s something that I read about and hear about often. And in fact, it’s something that I intuitively really connect to and practice in my life. Today I'm going to talk with you about how I use the law of attraction to create a life that I love, and invite you to do the same! [05:30] #1 - Get clear on what you want [08:55] #2 - Focus on what you want [10:01] #3 - Ignore what you don't want [14:41] #4 - Practice gratitude [15:16] #5 - Elevate your expectations [20:53] "Live life as if everything is rigged in your favor." Rumi If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Take a selfie of you listening or a screenshot of the show, post it to instagram stories, and tag me or feel free to DM me on instagram, I try to reply to as many as I can! Are you subscribed to my podcast? Subscribe so that fresh episodes are delivered directly to you. Those shiny 5-star ratings and sweet reviews have me all gushy, thank you. But more importantly, they help other parents discover the Parenting Junkie Show and spread the word about Loving parenting and Parenting from Love. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me, you can . Want to connect to like-minded parenting junkies? Join our (free & awesome) FB community . Resources: Check out my free Facebook group, Join my membership, ! Full Show Notes:
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TPJ 102: 10 Ways To Get Out Of Survival Mode
03/15/2021
TPJ 102: 10 Ways To Get Out Of Survival Mode
Are you finding yourself in survival mode, feeling like you are running on empty and worried that you might be leading yourself to burnout? If you’re not sure where you fall on the burnout spectrum, go check out last week’s episode on the 10 signals that you might be in survival mode. Now that we know the signs, it’s time to get practical and do something about it. What we really want to do is get our expectations to meet our level of support, and work on both sides of that equation. On one hand we need to be realistic about our expectations and in some ways lower the bar. But we can also work on increasing our level of support or perhaps reduce our level of responsibilities. Let’s dig in and talk about how we can conserve energy and recharge so that we can push ourselves out of survival mode and thrive. [02:22] #1 - Simplify everything [02:56] #2 - Use more screen time [04:05] #3 - Lower your learning expectations [05:03] #4 - Lower your presence expectations [06:31] #5 - Write out helpful scripts [10:11] #6 - Ask for help (and accept it) [12:11] #7 - Let people in [13:29] #8 - Prioritize self-care [15:20] #9 - Positive self-talk [16:50] #10 - Enlist your children's help If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Take a selfie of you listening or a screenshot of the show, post it to instagram stories, and tag me or feel free to DM me on instagram, I try to reply to as many as I can!Are you subscribed to my podcast? Subscribe so that fresh episodes are delivered directly to you. Those shiny 5-star ratings and sweet reviews have me all gushy, thank you. But more importantly, they help other parents discover the Parenting Junkie Show and spread the word about Loving parenting and Parenting from Love. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me, you can . Want to connect to like-minded parenting junkies? Join our (free & awesome) FB community . Resources: Check out my free Facebook group, Join my membership, ! Full Show Notes:
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TPJ 101: 10 Signs You're Burning Out
03/15/2021
TPJ 101: 10 Signs You're Burning Out
I have seen so many parents on the brink of burnout (or fully in it), and I’ve been there as well. It's a major issue.
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TPJ 100: Does Your Toddler Throw Food?
03/01/2021
TPJ 100: Does Your Toddler Throw Food?
Most of us know that feeling of preparing a lovely meal for our children, sitting down to eat it with them only to have our toddler promptly THROW IT ON THE FLOOR 😡 😭 🤦🏽♀️ It can be so aggravating. If you're not sure how to handle the situation and it's repeating in your home, you are so not alone. Let's talk about what we can do about it. [00:58] #1 - Normalize it [01:41] Trajectory schema [02:32] #2 - Stay calm [04:13] #3 - Say what you want to see [05:00] #4 - Don't play the game [06:36] #5 - Give them alternatives If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Take a selfie of you listening or a screenshot of the show, post it to instagram stories, and tag me or feel free to DM me on instagram, I try to reply to as many as I can!Are you subscribed to my podcast? Subscribe so that fresh episodes are delivered directly to you. Those shiny 5-star ratings and sweet reviews have me all gushy, thank you. But more importantly, they help other parents discover the Parenting Junkie Show and spread the word about Loving parenting and Parenting from Love. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me, you can . Want to connect to like-minded parenting junkies? Join our (free & awesome) FB community . Resources: Join my membership, ! Full Show Notes:
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TPJ 99: Motivate Kids To Get Ready To Go
02/25/2021
TPJ 99: Motivate Kids To Get Ready To Go
Do you struggle to get your kids out the door in the morning? Are you ever late for things because you’re arguing with your kids or having trouble getting them ready for the day? You’re not alone. Kristen from our Present Play community asked for advice about how to deal with this.
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TPJ 98: Help Your Toddler Play Independently
02/22/2021
TPJ 98: Help Your Toddler Play Independently
Do you have a little toddler at home and you're tearing your hair out, trying to find ways to keep this person busy without always resorting to screens? If so, I've got you. I totally feel it. And I am here with five ways that toddlers generally love playing independently and that you can use today to keep your little person occupied and busy without screens. [00:53] #1 - Sensory Play [04:30] #2 - Movement [06:17] #3 - Music [07:21] #4 - Dressing up [08:52] #5 - Pretend play If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Take a selfie of you listening or a screenshot of the show, post it to instagram stories, and tag me or feel free to DM me on instagram, I try to reply to as many as I can!Are you subscribed to my podcast? Subscribe so that fresh episodes are delivered directly to you. Those shiny 5-star ratings and sweet reviews have me all gushy, thank you. But more importantly, they help other parents discover the Parenting Junkie Show and spread the word about Loving parenting and Parenting from Love. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me, you can . Want to connect to like-minded parenting junkies? Join our (free & awesome) FB community . Resources: Join my membership, ! Download your Full Show Notes:
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TPJ 97: Can Babies Play Independently?
02/15/2021
TPJ 97: Can Babies Play Independently?
Can babies play independently? Is that even possible? Or is it something that only develops later (if at all)? The answer is...they can! And in this episode I’m going to talk about 10 ways they can play and how to encourage them to do so.
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TPJ 96: How To Sleep Better During Pregnancy
02/08/2021
TPJ 96: How To Sleep Better During Pregnancy
When you’re pregnant, it can be so hard to get enough sleep. Between the hormones and feeling so uncomfortable, it can be very hard to sleep. And if you have other children or issues in the mix, it can be even more challenging to get the rest we need.
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TPJ 95: 10 Reasons You Might Hate Parenting (And What To DO About It)
02/01/2021
TPJ 95: 10 Reasons You Might Hate Parenting (And What To DO About It)
Do you ever hate this whole parenting thing? There’s absolutely no shame here...I think most parents feel this way at some point in their parenting journey.
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TPJ 94: How To Ward Off Depression
01/25/2021
TPJ 94: How To Ward Off Depression
Let’s talk depression. First I want to say that I have gone through seasons where I needed professional help, and there’s absolutely no shame in that. If you feel you need some help, please don’t hesitate. It can make a world of difference. But even if you’re not feeling clinically depressed, it’s common to go through seasons of feeling “the blues” or feeling down. Thankfully, there are some things we can do to help bolster our mood and help us feel better! In this episode I’m going to give you 15 things you can do when you’re feeling down. [00:45] 1 - Normalize [02:56] 2 - Express don't suppress [04:23] 3 - Seek professional help [05:54] 4 - Do "The Work" by Byron Katie [06:40] 5 - Get outside [07:18] 6 - Get a listening partnership [08:33] 7 - Get enough sleep [09:14] 8 - Move your body [10:09] 9 - Laugh (watch some comedy) [10:47] 10 - Pamper yourself [11:25] 11 - Eat well [12:58] 12 - Check if you need supplements or a dietary change [13:14] 13 - Cleanse your mental diet [14:41] 14 - Take a break from social media [15:10] 15 - Help others If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Take a selfie of you listening or a screenshot of the show, post it to instagram stories, and tag me or feel free to DM me on instagram, I try to reply to as many as I can!Are you subscribed to my podcast? Subscribe so that fresh episodes are delivered directly to you. Those shiny 5-star ratings and sweet reviews have me all gushy, thank you. But more importantly, they help other parents discover the Parenting Junkie Show and spread the word about Loving parenting and Parenting from Love. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me, you can . Want to connect to like-minded parenting junkies? Join our (free & awesome) FB community . Resources mentioned: Join my membership, ! Books about CBT: (I haven’t read this...yet. It looks promising) Books about mindset: Full Show Notes:
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TPJ 93: 10 Ways To Feel Less Overwhelmed As A Mom
01/18/2021
TPJ 93: 10 Ways To Feel Less Overwhelmed As A Mom
Do you feel overwhelmed by your life at home with young children? I’m a mother of 5, I run my own business, I homeschool part-time...I have a lot on my plate (and I’m sure you do too). It can be so easy to feel overwhelmed! But we’re not helpless. There are things within our control that can make a big difference and reduce the overwhelm in our lives. In this episode I’ll give you 10 tips to help you reduce the overwhelm. [00:52] #1 Declutter [02:37] #2 Create storage systems [03:58] #3 Clean as you go [06:01] #4 Batch your cooking [08:03] #5 Develop consistency & routine [10:18] #6 Buy things in sets [12:05] #7 Store similar things together [14:21] #8 Create a family color pallette [16:36] #9 Get clear on your vision [17:53] #10 Put systems in place If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Take a selfie of you listening or a screenshot of the show, post it to instagram stories, and tag me or feel free to DM me on instagram, I try to reply to as many as I can!Are you subscribed to my podcast? Subscribe so that fresh episodes are delivered directly to you. Those shiny 5-star ratings and sweet reviews have me all gushy, thank you. But more importantly, they help other parents discover the Parenting Junkie Show and spread the word about Loving parenting and Parenting from Love. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me, you can . Want to connect to like-minded parenting junkies? Join our (free & awesome) FB community . Resources:
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TPJ 92: How To Feel Phenomenal When You're A Mom
01/11/2021
TPJ 92: How To Feel Phenomenal When You're A Mom
In our culture it’s quite acceptable to wear yoga pants all day, have cheerios in your hair, have spit up on your shirt, and always look a little bit like a hot mess once you become a mom. And you know what? It’s OK if you do! Being a mom is exhausting and demanding. Compared to the childless life, it’s a lot harder to look and feel phenomenal as you’re running around after toddlers all day, taking care of newborns all night, chauffeuring kids around all day, preparing lunches, making loads of meals, washing loads of dishes, cleaning all the time, and the list goes on. I get it. I really get it. I’m not a lifestyle, fashion and makeup guru, but I do know this: when I feel put together, somewhat taken care of, and I like the way that I look, I operate better. I’m a much more patient, upbeat, and positive person. So I happen to think that it’s an incredibly powerful parenting tool to make yourself feel like the best version of yourself. When we feel good and feel confident going out into the world we have more energy to show up for our children with more love, patience, energy, space and joy! We just have more of ourselves to give. In this episode I’ll give you 8 tips to help feel phenomenal as a mom with littles! [02:33] #1 - Don't snooze [05:07] #2 - Get dressed in the morning [06:51] #3 - Do something to take care of yourself in the morning [08:29] #4 - Add fragrance to yourself and/or your home [09:41] #5 - Play music you love [11:00] #6 - Make food you love [13:55] #7 - Take time to do little things for yourself throughout the day. [15:58] #8 - Take care of yourself at night [19:03] Speaking of nighttime...go to bed earlier! [20:42] Feeling phenomenal as a parent is a form of good parenting! If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Take a selfie of you listening or a screenshot of the show, post it to instagram stories, and tag me or feel free to DM me on instagram, I try to reply to as many as I can!Are you subscribed to my podcast? Subscribe so that fresh episodes are delivered directly to you. Those shiny 5-star ratings and sweet reviews have me all gushy, thank you. But more importantly, they help other parents discover the Parenting Junkie Show and spread the word about Loving parenting and Parenting from Love. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me, you can . Want to connect to like-minded parenting junkies? Join our (free & awesome) FB community .
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TPJ 91: What To Do When Your Kids Use Inappropriate Language
01/04/2021
TPJ 91: What To Do When Your Kids Use Inappropriate Language
In this episode I’ll be addressing a question from a member of our Present Play community.
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TPJ 90: Practical Ways To Create A Great Atmosphere At Home
12/14/2020
TPJ 90: Practical Ways To Create A Great Atmosphere At Home
When you’re home with young children it can feel really overwhelming and stressful. Between all the messes, the tantrums, the whining, the noise, and the smells, it can make your home a place you want to escape from instead of a place to escape to. In this episode I’ll give you 10 practical tips to bring more pleasure, peace, joy, fun, and energy into your home. [02:07] #1 - Add some plants [04:51] #2 - Play music [06:23] #3 - Use aromas and fragrances [08:11] #4 - Keep surfaces clear [11:06] #5 - Decorate with affirming words [12:55] #6 - Print and display family photos [14:49] #7 - Use neutral colors [17:46] #8 - Use natural and soft lighting [20:15] #9 - Add beautiful objects (and remove ugly objects) [24:31] #10 - Comfortable furniture pieces If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Take a selfie of you listening or a screenshot of the show, post it to instagram stories, and tag me or feel free to DM me on instagram, I try to reply to as many as I can!Are you subscribed to my podcast? Subscribe so that fresh episodes are delivered directly to you. Those shiny 5-star ratings and sweet reviews have me all gushy, thank you. But more importantly, they help other parents discover the Parenting Junkie Show and spread the word about Loving parenting and Parenting from Love. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me, you can . Want to connect to like-minded parenting junkies? Join our (free & awesome) FB community . Full Show Notes:
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TPJ 89: Create A Family Vision
12/07/2020
TPJ 89: Create A Family Vision
Do you ever feel like you don't want to do this anymore? This parenting thing, I mean. The nagging, the fighting, the wining, the dishes, the laundry, feeling tired and drained and sometimes, hopeless. Angry. Vengeful. Exhausted. We all go through seasons like this. But the good news is we don’t have to stay there. One thing that can make a huge difference and give you the extra push to get through the lows is to create a vision for your family. That’s what I want to talk about today. [02:53] What do we do when we don't feel like we can keep going? [04:37] That's why it's so important to have a vision. [05:35] We need to understand what it's all for. [06:07] We all need a vision for our families [06:57] If you don't already have one, it's time to start working on it! [07:18] Examples, to get the creative juices flowing... [07:54] It needs to be meaningful. Something to get you up in the morning. Something worth fighting for. [08:44] If you'd like help crafting yours, Creating a big juicy vision for your family will help you push through the challenging times. It’ll provide a north star, a guiding light, taking you closer to what you really want for you and your family. If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Take a selfie of you listening or a screenshot of the show, post it to instagram stories, and tag me or feel free to DM me on instagram, I try to reply to as many as I can!Are you subscribed to my podcast? Subscribe so that fresh episodes are delivered directly to you. Those shiny 5-star ratings and sweet reviews have me all gushy, thank you. But more importantly, they help other parents discover the Parenting Junkie Show and spread the word about Loving parenting and Parenting from Love. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me, you can . Want to connect to like-minded parenting junkies? Join our (free & awesome) FB community . Resources: Full Show Notes:
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TPJ 88: Not “What”, But “How”
11/30/2020
TPJ 88: Not “What”, But “How”
Many people find they lose aspects of their identity when they have kids. Can you relate? This year has certainly made it more challenging to hold onto our identities. Many things in our lives have been “lost” (or put on hold) during the pandemic, and it has been hard. If you’re feeling like you’ve lost yourself, this episode is for you. [00:36] [05:34] [05:39] Many of us feel a loss of identity as we enter parenthood. [05:56] Let's evaluate the source of our identity [06:57] Changes in life can change our identities. [08:05] The things we are or do make for superficial identities. [09:48] Where else can we find our identity? [12:36] Start focusing more on the "how" and less on the "what" As we start to focus more on how we show up, how we go about our days, we’ll find that our identities are much more stable and steady in the face of adversity. The “what” might change, but how we show up remains constant. If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Take a selfie of you listening or a screenshot of the show, post it to instagram stories, and tag me or feel free to DM me on instagram, I try to reply to as many as I can!Are you subscribed to my podcast? Subscribe so that fresh episodes are delivered directly to you. Those shiny 5-star ratings and sweet reviews have me all gushy, thank you. But more importantly, they help other parents discover the Parenting Junkie Show and spread the word about Loving parenting and Parenting from Love. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me, you can . Want to connect to like-minded parenting junkies? Join our (free & awesome) FB community . Resources: ! Full Show Notes:
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TPJ 87: Rethinking Mistakes And Failures
11/23/2020
TPJ 87: Rethinking Mistakes And Failures
Everyone makes mistakes and experiences failures. We all have shortcomings, weaknesses, and areas of lack. And many people are stuck in a fixed mindset, thinking that it’s just how they are.
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TPJ 86: Living with Duality
11/16/2020
TPJ 86: Living with Duality
Kids (and adults, if we’re being honest) often have a rigid way of thinking. It’s often black or white, all or nothing. We see our truth, and find it hard to understand that someone else may have a different truth. But life (and people) are much more complex and nuanced than that, and we often live with a duality that can be hard to cope with. Today we’re going to talk about a hallmark of maturity that can help us (and our kids) deal with this. [01:14] ! [02:50] Children often have a rigid way of thinking [04:16] The ability to hold 2 conflicting truths at the same time is a hallmark of maturity. [05:09] Let's replace the word "but" & “or” with "and" [06:44] Sometimes we can feel both a like and dislike for the same thing. What do we do with that? [08:01] It's immature to reduce things or people down to just one thing, all or nothing. [08:32] Let's try to coach our kids and introduce them to other perspectives. As we experience challenges and difficult circumstances (and difficult people), Let's try to use "and" more than "or" or "but". Let’s give people space for their complex views and truths and realize that we all live with some duality in our lives. If you enjoyed this episode and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about your biggest takeaway. Take a selfie of you listening or a screenshot of the show, post it to instagram stories, and tag me or feel free to DM me on instagram, I try to reply to as many as I can!Are you subscribed to my podcast? Subscribe so that fresh episodes are delivered directly to you. Those shiny 5-star ratings and sweet reviews have me all gushy, thank you. But more importantly, they help other parents discover the Parenting Junkie Show and spread the word about Loving parenting and Parenting from Love. If you have a moment to spare, those reviews mean the world to me, you can . Want to connect to like-minded parenting junkies? Join our (free & awesome) FB community . Resources: ! Full Show Notes:
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