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Imperfect Parenting

355 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratings

Ariel Green Andersson is here to get you through life’s big transitions, aligning you with self, family and work giving access to joy and health.. Through.. moving you BEYOND the “it’s not possible”to creating and being what you're meant to. At home, in your belly or the work your meant to grow and create.. Does your life feel in alignment with what you do each day/week? We support overwhelmed world moms/parents who are getting lost in the mix of daily demands.. What are you (re)creating? Your business, New family, and best work AND life.. Sharing personal and guest world stories, shared madness, and coaching inspires and moves your forward at your own pace. Every week, Coach, Mom, writer, and creator, Ariel Green Andersson and Imperfect Parenting is focused on your story is asking for. We know it's challenging to be on your own path AND be a present, especially as a conscious parent. We've got your back!  AND, bonus:  Every 1st week of the month is dedicated to Midlife Fertility and Pregnancy and being an older mom. Our early shows grow the foundation of empathy  as beautifully imperfect world parents shared their own journeys through life, work, and creating. In this new era, Mindfulness, the entrepreneurial path, and reality of many people at home is something we are familiar with as coaches, parents, creators and we want to continue to shed light on the possibilities to keep building joy and health.

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Jana Chan -Part 1: Trauma, transition and upsizing with Family?

November 12, 2020 06:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MB

Part 1: Better to upsize after months of leading a minimalist lifestyle on the road?  Or, upsize and go back to the way things were before nomadic life? It’s 11.11.  Another moment in time with Czech mom, Jana Chan making her way in Australia. HAPPY, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! And, by some wild chance.. this releases.. on Jana’s birthday! Vešechno nelepši! Wishing you the best .. what an incredible way to launch into your new year!:) We are honored. We step into Jana’s next phase, once again ge...

Midlife motherhood - a conversation about being yourself

November 05, 2020 07:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Who do you want to be when you grow up?  We often ask kids "what do you want to be when you grow up?  Yet, Who are you, NOW, Parents?  Who do you want to be?  What are your intentions and how is that working out?  How can you show your kids the best of you?  So, they do the same? It's the 1st podcast of the month, and so we focus on midlife parenting, yet.. today's episode is for you, in the unknown, the uncertainty of these times. You are at a crossroads and looking back at who have you b...

Who do you want to be when you grow up?

November 05, 2020 07:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Who do you want to be when you grow up?  We often ask kids "what do you want to be when you grow up?  Yet, Who are you, NOW, Parents?  Who do you want to be?  What are your intentions and how is that working out?  How can you show your kids the best of you?  So, they do the same? It's the 1st podcast of the month, and so we focus on midlife parenting, yet.. today's episode is for you, in the unknown, the uncertainty of these times. You are at a crossroads and looking back at who have you b...

Family Emotional Intelligence

October 29, 2020 06:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

Emotions? Family? If we are are managing our emotions, then why is it effecting our kids? Emotions are felt in the body.  No matter what we attempt to control. Are you losing pregnancies? Emotions have a greater effect on keeping pregnancies than most reasons we are given by the doctors. So, what about that? What can you do to work with what is happening in the world, that is rippling out within our family and yourself? _____________________________________ Imperfect Parenting Connect wi...

Emotions and Family

October 29, 2020 06:00 - 23 minutes - 16.3 MB

Emotions? Family? If we are are managing our emotions, then why is it effecting our kids? Emotions are felt in the body.  No matter what we attempt to control. Are you losing pregnancies? Emotions have a greater effect on keeping pregnancies than most reasons we are given by the doctors. So, what about that? What can you do to work with what is happening in the world, that is rippling out within our family and yourself? _____________________________________ Imperfect Parenting Connect wi...

What would you do, Parents?

October 22, 2020 06:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MB

What would you do tomorrow, if you knew the world were ending? Would you do thr same job?  Create art? Make things with your kids? Do things work out the first time around? What did making Halloween decor teach this week? I challenge you, this week to consider this and take action. if you aren’t happy with your choices.. make different ones.. before your body does it for you.. Take control of your world, by surrendering to your true needs and happiness. What exactly are you waiting fo...

Mom’s Impatience Challenge

October 15, 2020 02:00 - 7 minutes - 5.13 MB

With the mad world, kids home and daily challenges, how often do you find “Impatience” Creeping in? Or, maybe you “React” more than respond? What really bothers you most? Ready for a challenge? _____________________________________ Imperfect Parenting Connect with us: https://instagram.com/ip_parenting Website: https://imperfectparenting.net Tired of being told your are too old get pregnant naturally? Pick up my FREE 7 steps to your own Natural Midlife pregnancy:  https://bit.ly/2ZbPSdk...

Midlife Mom Health

October 08, 2020 05:00 - 14 minutes - 9.8 MB

When I think about my passions and You.. all I want for you is full health, vitality and your OWN passion for every day. In this episode, we come back together .. to self, what is most needed and a glance at the past to understand it all better. What do you want to do with the last months of this year?! Breathe. _____________________________________ Imperfect Parenting Connect with us: https://instagram.com/ip_parenting Website: https://imperfectparenting.net Tired of being told your ar...

What fo your kids really need, now? Maha Ghazale

October 01, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MB

Maha Ghazale joins us from Beirut.  Mom of 2 and working with Trauma and Kids through play healing.  An incredible woman reaching around the planet to help children (and parents) manage tough moments and daily life. Maha is working with moms to better understand their children, moments of trauma and the importance of play. As well reminds all of us to lesson stress, keep open minds and approach our children with deeper understanding. She and her community in Beirut have been through this ...

What your kids really need with Maha Ghazale

October 01, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 42.6 MB

Maha Ghazale joins us from Beirut.  Mom of 2 and working with Trauma and Kids through play healing.  An incredible woman reaching around the planet to help children (and parents) manage tough moments and daily life. Maha is working with moms to better understand their children, moments of trauma and the importance of play. As well reminds all of us to lesson stress, keep open minds and approach our children with deeper understanding. She and her community in Beirut have been through this ...

What’s next, Parents?

September 24, 2020 06:00 - 24 minutes - 16.5 MB

An in the moment chat with Mats and I about you, what is happening now and what we are looking at going forward. The reality of your moment and how health, purpose and your current path need to be aligned or you’ll keep suffering. What do you REALLY want to be doing right now and in future.  The gift of Covid has been perspective and forced new beginnings and McGuyvering our lives! _____________________________________ Imperfect Parenting: Write us: https://instagram.com/ip_parenting ht...

Can’t You Just Believe?

September 17, 2020 02:00 - 17 minutes - 11.7 MB

Sometimes, you just need to BELIEVE.  Believing is creating.  And, if you want to re-wire your reality to be better, more what you for, what you dream of.. it all starts there! In truth, that whole idea.. is a but easier said than done.  Yet, like anything.. with a little training of oneself, you can get there..  Sometimes, like learning any new skill we need a little more support to get there.. a buddy a co-creator, someone to remind us of who you are..  Someone to shed the light.  Sometim...

Debt Free Behavior with Yandry Taveras

September 09, 2020 18:00 - 57 minutes - 39.8 MB

Imperfect Parenting Podcast and Ariel Andersson are happy to at last share this conversation with Yandry Taveras! Through fire evac and elder neighbor Crisis delays.. at last this episode is released just on the right moment.. You never know what will happen tomorrow. One day you are leading a 5 star life and the next.. well, you just never know.. Then, swoop.. you could be doing better than ever before! Things are too uncertain, right now. Most people I talk with are either way over wo...

Take the Leap, go for midlife natural pregnancy

September 03, 2020 03:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

Life every 1st Wednesday, I’m talking to you, in your prime of life! Podering family (or more family), unsure of whether or not to go forward. Reflecting on the last weeks of evacuations, fires and smoke all around us here in Northern California.. I release, we just don’t know what’s going to happen tomorrow! So, if you’ve been working on it or considering it.. and it feels like your destiny.. go for it..  Stop waiting and start down the path.. Or, restart down that road. AND, there are a...

Mats Solo - Imperfect dad thinking about the new normal

August 26, 2020 09:00 - 12 minutes - 8.28 MB

This week Mats shows up. Ariel has been very busy outside the house and Mats tries to juggle being with Ella while working from home.  That is the new reality for so many parents living their lives on Zoom while trying to make a living.  What impact does this new reality really have on our kids. Parents that sit on the couch working not having time to engage with their kids and Mats is living it first hand.  He realize his shortcomings in playing with Ella and tries to record the Podcast...

Mats Solo - Imperfect dad thinking about the new normal

August 26, 2020 09:00 - 12 minutes - 8.28 MB

This week Mats shows up. Ariel has been very busy outside the house and Mats tries to juggle being with Ella while working from home.  That is the new reality for so many parents living their lives on Zoom while trying to make a living.  What impact does this new reality really have on our kids. Parents that sit on the couch working not having time to engage with their kids and Mats is living it first hand.  He realize his shortcomings in playing with Ella and tries to record the Podcast...

Ariel Podcasting while packing for wildfire evacuation

August 19, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 6.59 MB

How do you ground your family during times of crisis? This week was going to be something different, a guest on the podcast but instead the lightning that struck Northern California in last days triggered several wildfires and Ariel spent the evening packing and loading the car getting ready to evacuate after a day where  the sun was covered by smoke from the fires and made an apocalyptic feeling in the air.  Life is just happening and we are floating along sometimes. It is OK too.  Breat...

Life and Parent bench mark moments

August 13, 2020 04:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MB

When benchmark moments happen.. as a parent, a mom, a dad.. you MUST celebrate, create ritual and reflect. Taking time to integrate all of your lives, all versions of you, will expand your soul, relax your mind and open new doors. In next days, I turn 50! And, move into another phase, another 1/2 century, new season and era. What will be created for you?! What is your next era? What and how do you want to be creating? Find me on Fridays (except not Friday 8/14/20) for my live sessions on...

Midlife Dreams

August 05, 2020 20:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MB

When Midlife comes along, you can’t help but wonder if “THIS” is where you want to be, is enough, is what you imagined, or if its the whole picture. Ultimately, if you don’t follow your dreams, your destiny.. who will?? Do you dream of finally diving fully into creating family (Or maybe more family), yet doubts pop up? I reflect on my talk with Maha and moms in Beirut and their intense lives in this moment. Then, back to this moment of unsureness.. that is an opening. Have you been achi...

Is it me?

July 30, 2020 06:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MB

This episode I’m a but fired up. But, it’s really just about one thing.. feeling seen, heard, cared for And not feeling like you as mim are always the default.. when dad is tired or busy or things need organizing etc. Take the challenge to mske things 1% better and meet me on Friday’s gathering 12Pacific!:(. ______________________________________ Now, I think of you and I sitting outside, having a chat.  EVERY FRIDAY LIVE COACHING with Ariel at 12PM Pacific:  Instagram @ip_parenting Keep ...

Family funk

July 23, 2020 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

This is the episode I wish I’s been brave enough to create before it went too far. When you merge multiple families together, intentions and reality don’t always agree. You can call them a bonus family all you want, but that doesn’t mean your step family situation will be any better. When you lose faith and hope because you don’t accept the imperfection of both sides, you all lose. When you lose yourself and the person you recognize because things don’t go as planned, at some point you g...

UnSuccessful Bonus Family

July 23, 2020 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

This is the episode I wish I’s been brave enough to create before it went too far. When you merge multiple families together, intentions and reality don’t always agree. You can call them a bonus family all you want, but that doesn’t mean your step family situation will be any better. When you lose faith and hope because you don’t accept the imperfection of both sides, you all lose. When you lose yourself and the person you recognize because things don’t go as planned, at some point you g...

Conversations with myself

July 20, 2020 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

After incredible moments with Mrs. Heather Torres, the last weeks, I wanted to touch on our topics and the moment with myself, for you, about you.  This moment is unique.  What are you doing with it?  What action are you willing to take in this moment? Are you ready to take on the challenge Heather put out for you, last week? What are YOUR core 3 prioirities? How are you integrating all parts of your life? What morning rituals and meditations are you following for your own energy and c...

Mom, Dad.., What now?

July 20, 2020 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

After incredible moments with Mrs. Heather Torres, the last weeks, I wanted to touch on our topics and the moment with myself, for you, about you.  This moment is unique.  What are you doing with it?  What action are you willing to take in this moment? Are you ready to take on the challenge Heather put out for you, last week? What are YOUR core 3 prioirities? How are you integrating all parts of your life? What morning rituals and meditations are you following for your own energy and c...

Fail and Get Back Up, Moms! with Heather Torres: Part 2

July 16, 2020 04:00 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MB

In Part 2 of my talk with Momtrepreneur, Think Media COO, Home Schooling guru and beautifully Imperfect Mom, Heather Torres.. wake you up to all your goodness! THIS IS THE INSPIRATION, the words, the step up.. you’ve been waiting for.. This us the episode where you hear yourself saying, “YES!” Outloud. We’ll talk about:  Disconnect vs Mom guilt. Learning. Scheduling and time blocking and parent relay.  Following what you are “meant for”. How to align with your partner to assure time for w...

Do you dare home school? With Heather Torres

July 08, 2020 22:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

Ready for part 1 with Heather Torres? What do you first think of when I say, "home school"!  Yep, me too.  Heather too, before she fully did her dive into lifestyle change!  But, what if this is the best option going forward?  What if you want your life to look and feel different than it has in the past. How have you felt the past months where you had to somehow keep up with your kid's schoolwork, from a distance, through the school, their way, their style. With all the madness of the w...

Do you dare home school? With Heather Torres

July 08, 2020 22:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MB

Ready for part 1 with Heather Torres? What do you first think of when I say, "home school"!  Yep, me too.  Heather too, before she fully did her dive into lifestyle change!  But, what if this is the best option going forward?  What if you want your life to look and feel different than it has in the past. How have you felt the past months where you had to somehow keep up with your kid's schoolwork, from a distance, through the school, their way, their style. With all the madness of the w...

Mature moms ..make the world a better place..

July 02, 2020 05:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

Do you feel the weirdy vibe in the air? When you do things differently, doing something new, there is often a tension as you move forward. In longer meditations, this shelter in place and when you challenge yourself to do things differently, how do you feel the tension the resistance. Maybe you are trying to create something. Maybe things aren’t that different if you are at home with littles.  That survival day by day between naps and daily realities. Be careful to not end up always bei...

True 100th episode -A reflection and opportunity

June 25, 2020 06:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MB

Today, Ariel, that’s me.. reflects back on last 2 years of creating, the path And stories, process and therapy of doing the podcast. At the end, there is an opportunity for you.. where you may just hear your own words, next week on the air!!  SO EXCITING! As well, going forward, a new format I can’t wait to share with you as future guest come on! Yeah!! Good things await. Now, I think of you and I sitting outside, having a chat.  EVERY FRIDAY LIVE COACHING with Ariel at 12PM Pacific:  In...

Growing with Tara Stiles - Part 2

June 17, 2020 18:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MB

This week, in the 2nd part of my incredible conversation with Tara Stiles, we go deeper and explore Strala Yoga roots, the challenges of being a mom, entrepreneur, and woman of success. Tara graciously speaks of her truth as a boss and creator and takes us on a journey of vulnerability and honesty with great courage. It is clear, that Tara is intentional in her work, parenting, and direction.  And, her awareness of how things are evolving continues to grow within and reminds each of us to ...

Tara Stiles, Author, yoga guide and inspirational mom: Part 1

June 11, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 46 MB

Author of National Geographic Kids, Yoga Animals:  A Wild Introduction to Kid-Friendly Poses", Movement leader, model, dancer, yoga teacher, mom and shining spirit, Tara Stiles has opened my heart to body awareness and conscious family life in New York and around the world. In this 1st part of 2 with Tara, we hear the true words of  Tara, a successful business woman, author, mom and more. I love how real and open Tara is about her daughter and family, yoga, life, and authoring in the book ...

Tara Stiles yoga guide and inspirational mom: Part 1

June 11, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 46 MB

Author of National Geographic Kids, Yoga Animals:  A Wild Introduction to Kid-Friendly Poses", Movement leader, model, dancer, yoga teacher, mom and shining spirit, Tara Stiles has opened my heart to body awareness and conscious family life in New York and around the world. In this 1st part of 2 with Tara, we hear the true words of  Tara, a successful business woman, author, mom and more. I love how real and open Tara is about her daughter and family, yoga, life, and authoring in the book ...

Vital mature moms create

June 03, 2020 07:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

Around the world madness is rippling out, yet you are a mom and this moment is an incredible opportunity to grow a child of light to make things better for the world. Amidst that and guiding the way, you must CREATE as you are meant to, regardless of doubts and age. Create family without worry. Follow that Path, clearly and with confidence. And/or.. move deeper into what brings you fulfillment and let it support your freedom and choices.. There is no better time than now. What better wa...

Prime of life mom, the time is now!

June 03, 2020 07:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

Around the world madness is rippling out, yet you are a mom and this moment is an incredible opportunity to grow a child of light to make things better for the world.  Amidst that and guiding the way, you must CREATE as you are meant to, regardless of doubts and age.  Create family without worry. Follow that Path, clearly and with confidence. And/or.. move deeper into what brings you fulfillment and let it support your freedom and choices.. There is no better time than now. What better wa...

Growing a movement from life changing loss with Will Waldrop

May 28, 2020 06:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

This episode goes deep into the real story behind The Nuff book that was a moment Will and his girls transformed losing wife and mother into an incredible offering to the world. Will reminds us to find the silver linings and love on those you cherish most.  Embrace the challenges and count your blessings every day. I am honored to have had Will open so beautifully, reminding you (and us).to follow your dreams. Leave nothing to tomorrow. Be yourself in all imperfection and pay it forward to...

Growing a movement from life changing loss

May 28, 2020 06:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

This episode goes deep into the real story behind The Nuff book that was a moment Will and his girls transformed losing wife and mother into an incredible offering to the world. Will reminds us to find the silver linings and love on those you cherish most.  Embrace the challenges and count your blessings every day. I am honored to have had Will open so beautifully, reminding you (and us).to follow your dreams. Leave nothing to tomorrow. Be yourself in all imperfection and pay it forward to...

Navigating information and post shelter in place with family

May 21, 2020 06:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

A tired end of day reflection as you look at your next steps. Are you ready to come out into the world? Stay in? Transform and learn for the next phase? Do you feel safe? Grounded? Do you feel comfortable with your boundaries with all of the answers to the above? Join in a short meditation to touch in with intuition and communication of what is most important to you. 10:45 Breath meditation to ground, center and finding next steps *Share grounding moments with your kids in a natural and ...

Pandemic Growth opportunities And realities for parents

May 21, 2020 06:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

A tired end of day reflection as you look at your next steps. Are you ready to come out into the world? Stay in? Transform and learn for the next phase? Do you feel safe? Grounded? Do you feel comfortable with your boundaries with all of the answers to the above? Join in a short meditation to touch in with intuition and communication of what is most important to you. 10:45 Breath meditation to ground, center and finding next steps *Share grounding moments with your kids in a natural and ...

How authenticity and a “Tiny Offer”™️ will transform your life with Allie Bjerk

May 14, 2020 01:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MB

This week we have “Tiny Offer”™️ Queen, Allie Bjerk, mom of 3 littles and massively successful creator sharing her story to light the way for your own dream business. $1 million dollars in 10 months by being yourself and working 20 hours a week? You’re going to learn why taking ownership of being a mom and working with true authenticity grow success with a firm foundation. And, success not only as an entrepreneur, but as a mom! Allie Bjerk shares the 1 event that changed where she is today...

Acceptance moves moms toward passion business

May 07, 2020 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

This week’s Imperfect Parenting Podcast touches on life as an older mom (like every 1st Wednesday of the month!) and begins the journey for momtrepreneurs through the 2nd piece of pre-business launch, “Acceptance”. ______________________________________ I think of you and I sitting outside, having a chat.  EVERY FRIDAY LIVE COACHING with Ariel at 12PM Pacific:  Instagram @ip_parenting Keep safe!  Make decisions you will always feel good about, over time. Send me dms on instagram anytime ...

The baseline for business is trust

April 30, 2020 06:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MB

The intention of this week’s episode is to create a starting point from now forward. A place for you to re-start or dive into the work and business you now realize more than ever that you want to stick with or create, even with family buzzing around. While exploring the closed shoreline and wine valleys nearby as we sleep our 4 year old, we record our thoughts for you as we drive. This baseline we start with is simple yet not always easy as mindset, family chaos and life intertwined can ma...

Shelter in place Mindfulness Meditation

April 22, 2020 07:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

100th recording (though not 100th podcast:),today on the 22nd.. a sacred number and good luck.. Whether life has shifted you all into a daily reality together, or its Shelter in Place.. many challenges come into play and we all know it well from holidays and transitions. This week I get honest about breathing and anxiety inside close quarters and touch on “shelter in place” struggles and mindfulness breathing. *I include a meditation to balance and align and get clarity as you move forwa...

Shelter in place Mindfulness Meditation

April 22, 2020 07:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

100th recording (though not 100th podcast:),today on the 22nd.. a sacred number and good luck.. Whether life has shifted you all into a daily reality together, or its Shelter in Place.. many challenges come into play and we all know it well from holidays and transitions. This week I get honest about breathing and anxiety inside close quarters and touch on “shelter in place” struggles and mindfulness breathing. *I include a meditation to balance and align and get clarity as you move forwa...

Play Healing with Debi John

April 15, 2020 07:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MB

Debi John comes to Imperfect Parenting with the story of her journey of imperfection, control, letting go and finding her way through “pause” and play healing.   Now, she guides the way for others as they find their way beyond the struggle and attachment of “shoulds” and into the beauty of connection through play. You’ll enjoy this one.  Debi is a woman after my own heart, helping us to look at low/no tech time and being more present both for ourselves and our kids. So many incredible mom...

Anger Management - Not all parenting days together are perfect

April 08, 2020 09:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MB

Ariel and Mats manage their own anger management on air, whoop!   Times of stress increase tensions and frustrations at home that ripple out.    Discussions about French culture where screaming is a regular part of parenting in public vs. parts of USA where police might be called.   This strong willed young generation pushes the limits, challenging parents more, unafraid to speak up. Oh the beauty and intensity of it all.   Here, conscious parenting, keeping aware of what is truly happening ...

Elder moms - Keepers of Wisdom with Maya McNeil

April 01, 2020 07:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

Maya McNeil and Ariel Andersson look at elders in our society and talk about the song, "Yellow Rose" that inspired their meeting, conversation on the podcast as is heightening awareness of the journey of elders.  We talk about family dynamics, the inspiration for her song that comes at the end and shares her Irish background and story with her elder grandmoms. Respect our elders.  The wisdom keepers of our world.  Do your kids connect elders?  *A special surprise at the end of the podca...

Elder moms - Keepers of Wisdom

April 01, 2020 07:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MB

Maya McNeil and Ariel Andersson look at elders in our society and talk about the song, "Yellow Rose" that inspired their meeting, conversation on the podcast as is heightening awareness of the journey of elders.  We talk about family dynamics, the inspiration for her song that comes at the end and shares her Irish background and story with her elder grandmoms. Respect our elders.  The wisdom keepers of our world.  Do your kids connect elders?  *A special surprise at the end of the podca...

The secret to working with kids home - 4Human21 Part 2

March 25, 2020 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.3 MB

The whole family is around, you’ve been interrupted at least 1000 times today.. no focus, few things done or well.. Does this sound familiar?!  In this episode.. we hear “The secret to successfully working from home!” In this Part 2, with Ondrej and Petra Koutsky, we talk about working and doing their projects with kids close by.  (Ironically like many of us now!). They talk about how great and supportive people were about kids being there. Working often when they were sleeping. Video edit...

Simplifying family life - 4Human21 -Part 1

March 18, 2020 19:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MB

This is 1 of 2 parts. Just before things went nuts, Petra, Ondrej and Ariel met to reflect back on 4HUMAN21 Project and how it has changed their lives and families. Last year, we spoke to Petra and Ondrej of 4HUman21 Project as they embarked on their long travel with their girls across USA. We met via Skype, after a rocky start and before they had fully found their flow in their family travel. Mad adventures! Nearly a year later, Ariel Andersson talks again with Perra and Ondrej about the...

Community and Coronovirus #Covid19

March 14, 2020 06:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MB

Today, before jumping into a conversation with a future podcast guest about parenting and family, Maya McNeil and Ariel Andersson talk about today’s pandemic from another point of view. Our families are a part of a community. What are we showing our kids about crisis and getting creative to support one another? This Covid-19/Corona virus is an opportunity to come together as a community. Different people in our world are suffering in many ways. How can we move beyond our primal brains full...

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