Latest Purejoyparenting Podcast Episodes
Ep. 200 Is Your Kid Behind?
Parenting Paused - October 22, 2023 21:01 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsThis week let's talk about something that's been on my mind lately - the idea of children being "behind." It's easy to get caught up in the comparison game, especially in today's fast-paced world. You see other kids hitting milestones, excelling in various areas, and you sometimes wonder if yo...
Ep. 199 Looking at Your Expectations
Parenting Paused - October 16, 2023 13:16 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsParenting is a journey of love, growth, and discovery. It's a constant learning process, and one lesson that's been on my mind lately is being mindful of our own expectations when it comes to our children. It's only natural to have dreams and hopes for our kids. We want them to thrive, to find...
Ep. 198 Do you Need to Be in Control?
Parenting Paused - October 08, 2023 14:06 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsFinding the right level of self-control in parenting is like being the captain of a ship, guiding it through both calm waters and occasional storms. It's important to create a safe and nurturing environment internally which supports growth and independence outside. On this week's podcast you w...
Ep. 197 Releasing Regret
Parenting Paused - September 30, 2023 19:05 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsParenthood is an incredible rollercoaster ride, filled with highs and lows that shape us into the parents we are today. One aspect we all encounter on this journey is regret. It's okay to admit that there are moments we wish we could redo or regret decisions we'd make differently. Let's not sh...
Ep. 196 Parenting Strategies
Parenting Paused - September 24, 2023 16:15 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsDo you ever feel like you're trying to control your kids' behavior with strategies you learned from others, just to attain peace within yourself? Have you ever wondered if there's a better way to handle those moments of discomfort? In this episode, we'll explore these questions and more. Exp...
Ep. 195 Relaxing into the Moment in Front of You
Parenting Paused - September 18, 2023 14:10 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsAre you struggling to find moments of relaxation in the chaos of parenthood? Do you constantly feel the need to keep up with the never-ending to-do list? Do you ever wonder if you're truly present with your kids, or are you always chasing the next task? This week on Parenting Paused, le...
Ep. 194 Taking it Personally
Parenting Paused - September 10, 2023 20:07 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsAs a mom who's been on this wild parenting journey for 23 years now, I know the struggles and challenges we face in raising our kids. But here's the thing: I've realized that much of my early parenting was influenced by deep-seated conditioning and personal stories I carried with me. In this ...
Ep. 193 The Root Cause of Behaviour
Parenting Paused - September 04, 2023 09:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsLet's talk about those tricky behaviors our little ones might exhibit. Instead of labeling them as "acting out" or just normal behavior, it's time to see them for what they truly are: symptoms. Think about it this way - when we focus solely on solving the symptom itself, we often forget to d...
Ep. 192 Validation and What it Looks Like
Parenting Paused - August 28, 2023 12:03 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsYour beautiful fairytale story begins every morning when the sun rises. You fill your basket up with all of the parenting techniques and knowledge you know. Then, set off into the day to parent gently and offer all the love and kindness you possess. An uncomfortable moment comes up for your ch...
Ep. 191 No Mistakes
Parenting Paused - August 20, 2023 13:16 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsDo you notice yourself being "judgy" when you perceive that you or your child makes a mistake? You are not alone! What is a mistake anyway? The definition of a mistake is as follows: An action or judgment that is misguided or wrong. Is it wrong in your eyes or when listening in do you noti...
Ep. 190 Reimagining Parenting
Parenting Paused - August 14, 2023 14:21 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsAs a mother I've often found myself imagining not so perfect outcomes about my child's future when I'm confronted with uncomfortable situations. My child refuses to do homework and BAM my brain immediately starts cranking out thoughts about myself as a parent and the horrible outcomes of a stu...
Ep. 189 Dealing with Disappointment
Parenting Paused - August 07, 2023 13:34 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsDo you remember a time when your child came to you expressing disappointment? They didn’t make the team, someone made fun of them, or they got a D on their latest project? What came up for you? Did a “playlist” of strategies come up to make them feel OK? As the"music" played did you ...
Ep. 188 Working with Disrespect
Parenting Paused - July 30, 2023 13:20 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsIt may seem like the goal in parenting is for your kids to behave perfectly 100% of the time. Instead of focusing on your kids behavior, have you considered what your part is in the dynamic? For example, you ask your teen to take the trash out and they say, "no" with an eye roll. Conventiona...
Ep. 187 Parenting Your Teen 2
Parenting Paused - July 24, 2023 13:51 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsIf you google the most common words to describe teens, you'll find a list of words: Risk Takers, Rebellious, Immature What list of words do you use to describe how it feels to parent a teen? Powerless, Afraid, Worried. In Purejoy Parenting, you start right here... how are you feeling? Be...
Ep. 186 Parenting Your Teen
Parenting Paused - July 17, 2023 12:01 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsParenting a teen can feel 🔥INTENSE!🔥 Have you heard the adage: "Little Kids, little problems. Big Kids, big problems?" Years ago, I created a Parent Coach model for parents of At-Risk Teens. As you can imagine, their behavior was viewed as provocative! And of course, the parents of these tee...
Ep. 185 How do you Treat Yourself?
Parenting Paused - July 10, 2023 12:03 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsIn Purejoy, our view is: Thoughts and feelings drive behavior. When you perceive your child as acting out behaviorally, what happens to you emotionally? Do you immediately judge your child? Take a pause and look a little deeper... What are your thoughts? What do you tell yourself about how...
What is Conscious Parenting?
Parenting Paused - July 04, 2023 15:47 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsDiscovering conscious parenting is a journey of self-awareness and compassion. It's not about being perfect all the time, but rather being conscious of what's going on inside of you and supporting your child in doing the same. Listen in to explore the possibilities of conscious parenting. Becomi...
Ep. 183 Are you a Rescuer?
Parenting Paused - June 26, 2023 12:53 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsParents are superheroes! While you may not wear a mask and a silly costume like in comic books, you play an incredibly important role in your children’s lives and make significant sacrifices to ensure their well-being and happiness. You may go to great lengths to keep your children safe ...
Ep. 182 Worried about the Future
Parenting Paused - June 19, 2023 11:47 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsI often found myself worrying about my child’s future and if the decisions I was making were the “right” ones. The “ifs” sometimes seemed to take over! If they are on screens too long, will they fry their brains? If they eat too many sweets, will they get cavities? If they push against my...
Ep. 181 Do you Expect Your Child to Have Your Values?
Parenting Paused - June 12, 2023 13:53 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsDo you experience a sense of accomplishment when your child behaves in a way that aligns with the values you've instilled in them? And how do you feel if they don't share the same beliefs as you do? It's natural for parents to judge their child's actions as good or bad based on whether they ...
Ep. 180 Kindness is not about Being Nice
Parenting Paused - June 04, 2023 13:54 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsKindness is a BIG word right now! We often hear in the parenting world that kindness is being nice and if your child is being mean, our goal should be to change their behavior to something more agreeable. Do you see kindness as only “good”? Do you feel the need to change your child's behavio...
Ep. 179 Are your Conclusions True?
Parenting Paused - May 29, 2023 11:07 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsTake a Purejoy Parenting conclusion quiz! Read these scenarios and discover where your mind takes you! Ready? Go! Your son has been playing video games for the past several hours and says he doesn't want to go for a walk. - What's your first thought? Your daughter stole her sister's clot...
Ep. 178 Tolerating Discomfort
Parenting Paused - May 21, 2023 13:06 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsAre you feeling "shoulded" on in your parenting? You should do this and your children should do that. Are you organizing your life to avoid the discomfort that comes along with all of the "shoulds"? What is it like to try something new? Are you ready to be the expert of you? Are you willin...
Ep. 177 Trust Your Biology
Parenting Paused - May 15, 2023 14:59 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsTrust Your Biology In this week's Parenting Paused Podcast, the topic is Parenting Biology... a much different topic than Parenting Psychology! Have you considered how much of your parenting wisdom comes almost thoughtlessly, through an innate system of biology? Or, are you more likely to tr...
Ep. 176 Lighten Up
Parenting Paused - May 07, 2023 20:48 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratings"Grown ups are boring!" I remember when my child said this to me. My first thought was, "Well of course we are. We have to be! We are parents and have chores and bills and jobs and meals and our own parents to take care of!" My second thought was, "Good point... Why do I have to be so serious?...
Ep. 175 Riding the Waves of Feelings
Parenting Paused - May 01, 2023 15:02 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsImagine being at the beach, watching the waves at a distance as they rumble under the surface, rise to a peak, then fold on to the shore, sending fizzing bubbles over your toes. Are you able to stop that cycle in anyway? Now imagine watching the waves of emotions inside you as they rumble un...
Ep. 174 Set Your Kids Free
Parenting Paused - April 23, 2023 13:57 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsAre you upset when your kids don't like you? Before listening to the podcast, take a moment, either right now or later in the day, to truly contemplate this question. How does your answer impact how you parent? How does your response alter how you relate to your own parents or other parents?...
Ep. 173 Meeting the Moment
Parenting Paused - April 16, 2023 13:37 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsProjection in Parenting! What does that even mean? Let's say your child hits someone at a playdate. Or your teen just arrived home late from a party. What happens to you right in that moment? When your mind starts to fill in a story between the gaps of what actually occurred you are projecti...
Ep. 172 Parent Pleasing
Parenting Paused - April 09, 2023 04:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsAre you a Parent Pleaser? You've probably heard about People Pleasing, saying "yes" when you really don't want to, etc. This strategy is used to protect yourself from feeling an emotion by ignoring your own personal boundaries. (Essentially, purchasing love). How does this work in Parent Pleas...
Ep. 171 Acting Out Your Energy
Parenting Paused - April 03, 2023 14:24 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsWhen did you have your last emotional meltdown?💥 A fight with your spouse, your kids, a coworker... Did you say something in the moment you wished you hadn't? 😫 So much of parenting advice is about supporting children to emotionally regulate, but what if you are struggling with how? In this ...
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