Check out Bryan Miller’s review of Chelsea Dom’s A Little Easier by clicking the link in my bio. Confronting issues of resentment and forgiveness, a woman remembers life with her estranged father. A Little Easier explores the struggle of reconciling trauma, while remembering the past. Pushing the boundaries of empathy and absolution, the film reveals glimpses of humanity in the soul of a monster, ultimately testing the relationship between parent and child to the breaking point. [more...] #bainsfilmreviews #noblemenstudios #film #filmreview #movie #movereview #short #narrative #drama #alittleeasier #father #daughter #fy #fyp #foryou #foryoupage #art #artist #filmmaker #filmmaking #english #chelseadom #danberkey #hildeskappel #bryanmiller #unitedstates #usa #us
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Next level connections, bro ... A big part of male mental ill health ,mental health life challenges / addictions lies shame and isolation ,the bit many won't see or care to understand. This silent struggle in our world is where we lose hundreds of men each week by suicide . If you have been to those darkest depths alone, you understand why we are and need to change these outcomes . The impact connecting with another like-minded someone is life changing . We've been doing this a while now . And it works . Being met with understanding and compassion helps you feel safe . When we give time to listen and hold space for each other, it gives permission for authentic ,sincere, and vulnerable conversations . When you're struggling with difficult emotions or experiences, you are met on the other by someone who wants to get it or gets it ,it can feel uplifting to the darkest of souls . There may be hundreds of mental health pages here raising awareness . Yes, we that information. We also need to ask different questions to spark conversations and nurture actions . To make an impact on individuals' lives, we need to foster like-minded connections . We need to take action in our communities. There is no COMMUNITY Without CONNECTION There is no CONNECTION Without COMMUNICATION. We have nurtured 1,000s of conversations here . Breaking down barriers . Where strangers have become friends Thank you We can't stop . We won't stop . Want to connect ?. #cantstopwontstop #original #malementalhealth #malehealth #legendary #mountainofmen #hereforawhile #talkhub #talkclub #alittleeasier #conversationsincommunity #communication #letschat #tellamate #breakingbarriers #nextlevelinstagram
DESERT DAWN (AZ) goes for class relief in Friday's Grade 3 Bayakoa Stakes @losalracing. The Phil D'Amato trainee faces stablemate Turnerloose among others. 📷 @scottseriophotos #desertdawn #arizonabred #turnerloose #classrelief #losalamitos #losal #stakeswinner #stablemates #alittleeasier #horseracing #horsephotos #horsesofinstagram #racephotos #thoroughbred #thoroughbredracing #thoroughbredsofinstagram #sportsphotos #sportsphotography
There’s no shortage of drama in the Chausson Concerto. Great fun playing at Friends of Music in Sleepy Hollow NY with… friends. ♥️ @manhattanchamberplayers @gracejp @siwooviolin @libbyvioliny @lukewfleming @cellist_katz #chaussonconcertoviolinpianostrings #itshard #reallyhard #butitgetseasier #alittleeasier #sleepyhollowny #headlesshorseman #halloweeniscoming
Pass the time waiting for the doctor in a flash: DRAW ON THE TABLE PAPER! It’s fresh for you, they’re going to throw it away anywhere, and it’s a new and different sensory experience that crinkles and crunches. Worst case scenario: the office has a pet in the room. Want to level up? I asked the kids to each grab one vehicle and one pen of their choice. The 6 and 4 year old went to work! There were potholes being filled in, a hospital, hearts and trees, it was a blast! Even the one year old added her touch! Try it out! Let me know how it goes! Other things you could draw: your home, their safe place, a zoo, a garden, the options are endless! #momenough #momlife #momhacks #hacks #pediatrician #makeitfun #connectwithyourkids #goingtothedoctor #iammomenough #toddler #kids #boymom #girlmom #imomsohard #winning #bestmom #bestdad #momlife #dadlife #parentoftheyear #alittleeasier #creativeoutlet #funforall #drawacity
Going to the doctor for checkups can be a tough thing for kids, but with a little planning we can make it fun. I mean it, fun. We had physicals yesterday for all of our kids, and our middle one said today “I love going to the doctor!” Here’s todays hack: once you’re in the room, get the wiggles out! Turn off the light, and play some dance music on your phone! Our favorites include the Party Freeze Song, Shake your Silkies out, Banaphone (by Raffi, the legend), and Run Baby Run (by Caspar Babypants). Level this hack up by investing a few dollars in glow sticks or a keychain or mini light show. One is linked in this post. Seriously, it’s fun for all, gets the wiggles out, and allows you to connect with your kids in their time if need. Try it out! #momenough #momlife #momhacks #hacks #pediatrician #makeitfun #connectwithyourkids #goingtothedoctor #iammomenough #toddler #kids #boymom #girlmom #imomsohard #winning #bestmom #bestdad #momlife #dadlife #parentoftheyear #alittleeasier
From Apple podcasts, to Spotify, to the @alittleeasier website-- this podcast provides a space to come get insight, resources, and a lift from thought leaders + real parents. We hope that you find yourself in the latest episode! __ #logo #design #graphicdesign #brandstrategy #branding #branddesign #digitaldesign #websitedesign #webdesign #designmatters #elixirdesigned #designabetterfuture #designlifestyle #loveourclients #designprocess #ALittleEasier #Parenting #WildPeaceforParents
Raising children is hard. Raising children through hard times (e.g. a pandemic) is next level hard... not just for kids, but for parents. Sometimes The Universe delivers the perfect client. So, when a friend of a friend turned up with a well- formed-yet-unnamed podcast it was nothing short of a Godsend. Parent Kendra Wilde spent several years assembling the resource she wished she had when her child needed it. So, in addition to being a mother, she is a host and advocate who has brought together insights from leading experts to share with the rest of us. It is not overpromising to say that this podcast makes parenting a little easier. __ #logo #design #graphicdesign #brandstrategy #branding #branddesign #digitaldesign #websitedesign #webdesign #designmatters #elixirdesigned #designabetterfuture #designlifestyle #loveourclients #designprocess #ALittleEasier #Parenting
Some moments do get a little easier. Christian had a check up with the Orthodontist today. He needed another one of those fancy X-rays with the fancy machine to show how his teeth were progressing. He stepped right up and even got to push the buttons to get the right height situated. He was a pro! Teeth are coming along and bone graph results looked amazing! The first time he had one done many years ago wasn’t as smooth and took some convincing. I wish I had known then that some moments do get a little easier. That’s my little beacon for today that I will carry with me for tomorrow. 🦷❤️ #alittleeasier #littlebeacons #cleftstrong #cleftpride #orthodontist
Ez most nem mese! Ti hallottatok már a szülői kiégés (parental burnout) fogalmáról? Erről írtam ma a blogon! Link a bioban. Kép forrása: Wild Peace for Parents #parentalburnout #szülőikiégés #wildpeaceforparents #alittleeasier #kapcsolódónevelés #kapcsolódás #támogatás #szülőtámogatás
Parenting is hard, especially when our kids struggle. What could help us fend off burnout and feel more connected with ourselves and our loved ones? To find the answer, I interviewed leading experts from a range of fields, and parents raising kids with all kinds of challenges. This podcast is the result; a 12-part guide to bolster parents and caregivers. It blends candid stories with insights from neuroscience, psychology, mindfulness, and more. I'm Kendra Wilde, mom of 3, advocate behind @wildpeaceforparents + creator of @ALittleEasier I made this series so every parent could have an accessible, science-backed resource to tap their inner resilience and realize they're not alone. In this podcast series, you will discover simple practices and mindset shifts to find parenting - and life - A Little Easier. Listen at the link in bio or search "A Little Easier" on any podcast platform or YouTube. 🌻🎧️💛 Thank you to so many generous guests, including: @drnicolebeurkens @marc.brackett @brduncper @monadelahooke @drannlouiselockhart @drchriswillard @eileen.devine_brain.first @adhdparent @annmdouglas @howtoparentadhd @amyjbrown_writer @jeniecestewart @carolinewelchauthor and more! 💛 #parenting #parentsupport #caregiversupport #burnoutprevention #parentalburnout #stressrelief #parwntingpodcast #nervoussystemhealth #emotionalhealth #coregulation #resilience #alittleeasier
How about a U-turn? Sometimes the most helpful thing in parenting is to find your footing first. "Instead of the constant struggle to fix or change your kids, try a U-turn. Extend some kindness and compassion to yourself. Begin to nurture yourself so your kids can thrive." This wisdom comes from Dr. Susan Pollak, clinical psychologist, teacher of mindfulness and compassion in psychotherapy, and author of Self-Compassion for Parents. You can meet her in Episode 7 when we explore the power of self-compassion for parents & caregivers. Parenting is hard. We deserve more support. Have a listen to the A Little Easier podcast series for camaraderie, new perspectives, and simple shifts to give you a lift. 🎧️🎙️💗 #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #resilientparenting #responsiveparenting #burnoutprevention #burnoutrecovery #selfcompassion #alittleeasier
Today's live session with Kendra Wilde of @alittleeasier podcast and @wildpeace for parents was really powerful. I received a flurry of messages after the call from women saying how it was just what they needed to hear today. As moms we have a lot on our plates and often don't give ourselves credit for how much we pour into our families nor do we give ourselves grace when things don't go as planned. This conversation was where reality, grace and support meet. There are so many nuggets of wisdom in this conversation from the neuroscience around what burnout really is to the many micro-actions that can help regulate our nervous systems and get us off the perpetual hamster wheel of stress. Little shifts can be added to your daily routine that don't require a yoga practice or a masseuse. Think about "stapling" something to a ritual you already do like while you make your coffee or on your commute home. Pay attention to transitions -- sometimes resetting your breath and your mindset before going into mom-mode can help the overwhelm. I hope you enjoy this discussion as much as we did. If you have questions on how to make these shifts - drop me a message. Most importantly remember that YOUR health and your happiness matters and you don't have to live in a perpetual state of depletion. Please check out A Little Easier podcast - such a gem! and wildpeace.org for some more micro-actions.
When I asked the world-renowned (and wonderfully relatable) trauma expert, Dr. Bruce Perry for his best parenting advice, this is what he said. "Just be okay with yourself, and everything else will from from that in a better way." Did you notice: it's not about what 'to do' for the kids? It starts with us. Rather than adding more pressure to your already overflowing plate, think of this as permission to pay attention to your needs, too. Listen to ✨A Little Easier✨ the 12-part podcast series for a powerful mix of science, stories, and practices to help parents build resilience and find connection in the face of all kinds of challenges. You can find A Little Easier wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks for your work and for being part of this @brduncper #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #buildingresilience #coregulation #emotionalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #neurodiversity #highlysensitiveperson #resilientparenting #mindfulparenting #responsiveparenting #burnout #stressrelief #wellness #resilience #alittleeasier
Years ago, I experienced parental burnout. It was a serious wake-up call. I had to change my relationship with stress. Parents today manage more tasks with higher expectations and less support than ever. When paired with the staggering surge of challenges children are struggling with, including attention, anxiety, mood, learning, and behavior, many parents are feeling overwhelmed and exhausted. I began to investigate what could help -- and learned that a huge piece of the puzzle starts with us, the parents and caregivers. These books became the foundation of my own turnaround, as well as the podcast series I created to help other parents and caregivers find things A Little Easier. A Little Easier is a 12-episode limited podcast series that combines conversations with 45 leading experts - from fields including neuroscience, psychology, mindfulness, self-compassion and more - with all kinds of parent stories. Think of it as care for the ultimate caregivers. Please have a listen and SHARE it with a friend who could use a lift. A Little Easier is available wherever you get your podcasts. A huge thank you to the authors of these books for contributing your insights! ⤵️ Dr. Bruce Perry @brduncper @monadelahooke @marc.brackett @anndouglas Dr. Rita Eichenstein @amelianagoski @drnicolebeurkens @drchriswillard Merriam Saunders @howtoparentadhd Rev. Mantu Joshi #parentsupport #caregiversupport #careforthecaregivers #momssupportingmoms #parentingstress #parentingpodcast #takeabreak #nervoussystemhealth #burnoutprevention #selfcareforparents #smallsteps #parentalwellbeing #mentalhealthadvocate #mindfulparenting #emotionalhealth #parentingresilience #resilience #alittleeasier
Amelia Nagoski, co-author of the Burnout said this -- and it was the most validating statement we parents rarely seem to hear. We have an alarming epidemic of parental burnout. And a recent @PewResearch survey on parenting in America found that 4 out of 10 parents are “extremely” or “very worried” that their children might struggle with depression and anxiety. That's a lot of stress. We need systems to change. We need to connect with and care for each other more. And we must keep caring for ourselves. We deserve that, and so do our kids. In Ep 3 of A Little Easier, Amelia shares 7 simple science-based strategies you can use to complete the biological stress cycle — and return to a more balanced state. Let it out! Tip: A Little Easier is a 12-episode audio docuseries. If you haven't listened yet, start at the top to get the most out of it! 👉 Find ✨A Little Easier✨ wherever you get your podcasts 🎧️ Note: Amelia and her sister Emily @enagoski of @burnoutbookgroup just came out with their new Burnout Workbook! Maybe it's just what you needed. 💕 @wildpeaceforparents #parentalburnout #parentwellness #parentresilience #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingchallenges #mentalhealthadvocate #parentingpodcast #burnoutprevention #selfhealing #community #alittleeasier
Amelia Nagoski, co-author of the Burnout said this -- and it was the most validating statement we parents rarely seem to hear. We have an alarming epidemic of parental burnout. And a recent @PewResearch survey on parenting in America found that 4 out of 10 parents are “extremely” or “very worried” that their children might struggle with depression and anxiety. That's a lot of stress. We need systems to change. We need to connect with and care for each other more. And we must keep caring for ourselves. We deserve that, and so do our kids. In Ep 3 of A Little Easier, Amelia shares 7 simple science-based strategies you can use to complete the biological stress cycle — and return to a more balanced state. Let it out! Tip: A Little Easier is a 12-episode audio docuseries. If you haven't listened yet, start at the top to get the most out of it! 👉 Find ✨A Little Easier✨ wherever you get your podcasts 🎧️ Note: Amelia and her sister Emily @enagoski of @burnoutbookgroup just came out with their new Burnout Workbook! Maybe it's just what you needed. 💕 #parentalburnout #parentwellness #parentresilience #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingchallenges #mentalhealthadvocate #parentingpodcast #burnoutprevention #selfhealing #community #alittleeasier
So many kids are struggling right now. I thought this clip from Episode 11 would resonate with all the parents and caregivers in the background who are trying their best to help. Randi's son struggled with mental illness and suicidal ideation when he was just 9 years old. Her experience informed her mission in life, which was to shine more light on mental health and offer parents more support. She made a film about her story called No Letting Go, and founded a nonprofit, @ymhproject While we may not all decide to take advocacy to this level, her story is incredibly inspiring! You can meet Randi Silverman in more than one episode of A Little Easier. In Ep 11 "Find Your Voice" she shares this: "It's comforting to know you're not alone and it's not just you. Parents are hiding because of the stigma and the shame and the embarrassment and the blame and all of that stuff. But if we could get together, we empower each other. I think the best thing I ever did was find other parents out there that I could talk to." Thank you for opening up Randi 💕 #parentsupport #caregiversupport #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthadvocate #endthestigma #specialeducation #advocate #advocatelikeamother #advocacy #speakup #wellbeing #stressrelief #resilience #alittleeasier
Did you know that parental burnout rates are highest in western countries, where we value individualism and independence the most? We evolved as a social species, living in villages that helped us raise healthy humans. This quote about finding your village, from mom Jeniece Stewart really hit home: "It's such a relief to not be doing things alone. Independence is super overrated. Are we really that independent? We're all interdependent. I think that's such a beautiful thing." 🌈 Meet @JenieceStewart founder of @Special+Needs_Siblings and mom of 7 in A Little Easier, the podcast for stressed parents. ❤️ #community #ittakesavillage #connection #parentsupport #caregiversupport #burnoutprevention #healingjourney #resilience #alittleeasier
"There is no one best way to raise a child because parenting can be done in many different ways. Always keep in mind that you are striving to do the very best that you can and that your efforts will never be flawless." Kendra Wilde, A Little Easier Podcast This was a great episode, something we all struggle with. Read more at allstarparent.substack.com (link in bio)
As the summer holidays are drawing closer to the end and many parents are managing the juggle between school holidays and work, the boredom and lack of structure and routine starts to really show up at this point in the holidays and with it some anger, frustration and upset. When we don’t take it personally, it’s much easier to respond neutrally and effectively. This is why we felt this mantra is a powerful one to set the tone for this week and a great reminder we don’t need to attend every argument we are invited to 💖 Is this a helpful mantra for your household?
I had the distinct honor and pleasure of sitting down (virtually) at Phillip Cowan & Carolyn Pape Cowan's kitchen table to discuss what they have learned in their 4+ decade career about the importance of co-parenting relationships and the role of fathers. This dynamic duo (both PhD's in psychology) co-directed and trained facilitators in three longitudinal intervention studies with partners who are parents, all guided by a family systems model, to support positive cognitive, social, and emotional outcomes for children. There was so much wisdom to tap into. I barely scratched the surface... Phil noted how often parenting advice is aimed at mothers alone. But his research and experience have shown that #dadsmatter too! The Cowans also note that working on our co-parenting relationship - no matter how our family looks - is crucial. 👉 Meet the Cowans in Episode 9: Family Matters 🌈 Special thanks to @dianadivecha.phd for introducing us! Post reads: "Bringing a father in is really important because no matter how involved in the day-to-day care of the child, fathers have tremendous impact on their kids." - Philip Cowan, PhD #fatherhood #parenting #relationships #familysystems #family #connection #parentsupport #parentingchallenges #childdevelopment #mentalhealthadvocate #neurodiversity #burnoutprevention #parentalburnout #wellness #resilience #alittleeasier
Siblings of children with extra needs have needs, too — and we can do a lot to meet those needs if we know what matters most to them. What do siblinigs wish we knew? What helps grow resilience? 🔦 Siblings take the spotlight in Ep. 9 of ✨A Little Easier✨ We also talk about marriages and parenting partnerships :) "I think many siblings [of kids with extra needs] grow up feeling that parents put their own needs second, and that really impacts them later in life." - Emily Holl @SiblingSupportProject #parentsupport #caregiversupport #siblingsupport #parenting #parentingpodcast #parentalburnout #stressrelief #healthyfamily #familysystems #dadsmatter #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthmatters #adhdparenting #specialneedsparents #autism #fasd #highlysensitive #neurodiversity #healing #wellness #acceptance #resilience #alittleeasier
This is why the love languages of children are everything…they are the key to unlocking how loved they feel because we are speaking the language of their heart❤️ Link is in our bio to purchase your own set of our affirmation cards to help build those connections: https://happyheartstribe.org/store/happy-hearts-affirmation-cards #intentions #parentsupport #caregiversupport #resilience #parentalburnout #parenting #consciousparenting #responsiveparenting #respectfulparenting #cyclebreakers #selfcare #selfcompassion #mentalhealthmatters #neuroscience #mindfulness #wellness #polyvagaltheory #ittakesavillage #alittleeasier #lovelanguages
Shout out to all of the parents who are raising kids with extra needs or challenges while trying to nurture other kids and marriage or parenting partnerships too. ❤️ When one person in a family struggles, it affects the whole family system. In Episode 9 of the A Little Easier podcast, we're focusing on how we nourish family relationships through tough terrain. First, we spotlight the siblings. Mom Jeniece Dortch explains what inspired her to think about the unique sibling experience, and Emily Holl describes how her identity as a sibling led her to a career. We also learn what can help us support marriages and parenting partnerships - plus how to foster a more positive emotional climate at home. 👉 Find A Little Easier wherever you get your podcasts. If you haven't already, please subscribe and SHARE with others who could benefit. 🌻 Special thanks to our guests in this Ep! ☀️ Emily Holl - director @siblingsupportproject ☀️ Jeniece Dortch - mom + founder of @special_needs_siblings @jeniecestewart ☀️ Philip & Carolyn Cowan - PhD power-couple who conducted three major longitudinal studies on how couple's relationships + father's involvement support children. ☀️ Christina Cipriano, PhD - director of research @yale_emotions ☀️ Merriam Saunders, LMFT - @howtoparentadhd ☀️ Parents like YOU! #parentsupport #caregiversupport #siblingsupport #parenting #parentingpodcast #parentalburnout #stressrelief #healthyfamily #familysystems #dadsmatter #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthmatters #adhdparenting #specialneedsparents #autism #fasd #highlysensitive #neurodiversity #healing #wellness #acceptance #resilience #alittleeasier
#Repost @wildpeaceforparents with @use.repost ・・・ Take what you need! Your wellbeing matters too 🌻 My take on Maslow's hierarchy of needs. Whether you're in need of vital basic self-care and nourishment, or opportunities to do what makes your heart sing and soul full, I hope you make space for yourself. Tiny doses count! #parentsupport #caregiversupport #takecareofyourself #selfcarematters #mentalhealthmatters #parentalburnout #stressrelief #resilience #alittleeasier
How do you manage when your child is struggling and you're desperate to find a fix? Mantu Joshi reminds us that sometimes, part of the solution looks more like... active acceptance. ❤️ "We don't have to solve the puzzle. It's not a Rubik's cube, where we have to get all the colors on the right side... Rather than trying to solve it and try to get our life back to the way it was, it's okay for the colors to be mixed up." - Mantu Joshi Mantu is a pastor, chaplain, interfaith teaching leader, and author of The Resilient Parent. You can meet him throughout the season in the ✨A Little Easier✨ podcast. He's featured a lot in Ep. 8 "Be a Penguin" FUN FACT: In my conversation with @adhdparent she said figuring out how to help her son felt like trying to solve a Rubik's cube. She didn't know where to start! When Mantu brought up a Rubik's cube again, I knew it had to be one of the symbols for our show. Check out our cover art (thank you @lindsayvictorialee 😍) to find more symbols in the series. #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #parentalburnout #stressrelief #neuroscience #responsiveparenting #mentalhealthmatters #adhdparenting #autism #fasd #highlysensitive #challengingbehaviors #neurodiversity #cyclebreakers #selfcare #healing #selfcompassion #mindfulness #wellness #acceptance #resilience #alittleeasier
Take what you need! Your wellbeing matters too 🌻 My take on Maslow's hierarchy of needs. Whether you're in need of vital basic self-care and nourishment, or opportunities to do what makes your heart sing and soul full, I hope you make space for yourself. Tiny doses count! #parentsupport #caregiversupport #takecareofyourself #selfcarematters #mentalhealthmatters #parentalburnout #stressrelief #resilience #alittleeasier
What does it mean to be a resilient parent? Hint: it's not about bouncing back ⤵️ Find out more in Episode 8 of A Little Easier: "Be a Penguin" - with Mantu Joshi, Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart, and real honest parents who share their stories. ➡️ 🐧 And if you really want to find your inner resilient parent, listen to the whole series! Each episode builds on the last as you learn about simple shifts and strategies to stress less and connect more in the face of all kinds of parenting challenges. Mantu Joshi is a pastor, interfaith chaplain, and author of The Resilient Parent (a must-read IMHO) In this episode, Mantu shares his inspiring experience of raising kids with neurobehavioral challenges and how he went from floundering to flying. @dr.annlouise.lockhart is a pediatric psychologist and parent coach who is Board Certified in clinical child & adolescent psychology. She is also a book author, writer, highly sought-after speaker, and business owner of A New Day Pediatric Psychology in San Antonio, TX. In Ep. 8, Dr. Lockhart explains how shifting our mindset can transform our parenting experience. #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #parentalburnout #mindsetmatters #stressrelief #emotionalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #neuroscience #coregulation #nervoussystemhealth #consciousparenting #positiveparenting #traumainformed #cyclebreakers #selfcare #selfhealing #selfcompassion #mindfulness #wellness #acceptance #resilience #ittakesavillage #alittleeasier
Welcome to a New Year! We're starting it off by exploring what it means to be a resilient parent. Don't worry, we're not suggesting any new resolutions, just a new way of relating to our challenges. Episode 8 "Be a Penguin" dropped today 🐧 In this episode, we'll hear a story of resilience from Rev. Mantu Joshi, a pastor, author, and dad. He shares his experience of raising kids with neurobehavioral challenges and how he brought himself back from burnout. Through his spiritual storytelling, Joshi explains what penguins have to teach us about making the most of our environment, and offers hope for boosting our own resilience. And pediatric psychologist Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart explains the “parent mindset” and shares what every kid - no matter how they struggle - wants more than anything from their parents. ✅ SUBSCRIBE (for free!) wherever you get your podcasts. And if you felt lifted by this show, please 🌻 SHARE it with others who could benefit. A huge thank you to Dr. Lockhart, Mantu Joshi, and the real honest parents who shared their insights for this episode! Just FYI - ✨A Little Easier✨ is an independent production. We made this show so parents & caregivers can feel less alone, and know that there are science-backed, life-tested ways to find strength, hope, and joy through all kinds of challenges. #ALittleEasier #parentingpodcasts #parentsupport #caregiversupport #unconditionallove #emotionalhealth #grief #acceptance #stressrelief #parentalburnout #mentalhealthmatters #neurodiversity #specialneedsparents #highlysensitive #adhdparents #fasd #consciousparenting #responsiveparenting #positiveparenting #neuroscience #nervoussystemhealth #traumaaware #cyclebreakers #healing #resilience
We can love our kids to the moon and still grieve the child, the relationship, the life, or the parent experience we imagined we'd have. That process of coming to terms with the gap between expectations and reality is grief, and it can hurl us into a swirl of uncomfortable feelings. How can we allow ourselves to grieve? What does acceptance look like? Why should we give ourselves permission to feel? We dive into all this in Episode 2 "Secret Feelings". "We had a dream of who we would be as parents. And we have to be prepared to lose that dream, to greet the person that we have in front of us." - Dr. Linda Budd #ALittleEasier #parentingpodcasts #parentsupport #caregiversupport #permissiontofeel #emotionalwellness #emotionalintelligence #regulation #coregulation #consciousparenting #responsiveparenting #reparenting #traumaaware #healing #cyclebreakers #grief #resilience
The energy of starting a new year brings with it the energy of being intentional about the things we would like to shift and create especially in our parenting and our family life 🫶🏻 Moving away from labels and fear and control toward safety, connection, and love starts with us. We need to move away from pressure or guilt and create the space and allowing for more ease as we navigate another year hopefully with a little more stability and clarity than what we have had! 💖 Which speaks to you? 💖 What would you add to your parenting intentions for 2023? #intentions #parentsupport #caregiversupport #resilience #parentalburnout #parenting #consciousparenting #responsiveparenting #respectfulparenting #cyclebreakers #selfcare #selfcompassion #mentalhealthmatters #neuroscience #mindfulness #wellness #polyvagaltheory #ittakesavillage #alittleeasier
I've found myself reflecting a lot on what it takes to parent according to the new paradigm. Moving away from labels and fear and control toward safety, connection, and love starts with us. We don't need more pressure or guilt. But maybe we can make some space for getting intentional. Here are some intentions that could help us make that shift. Which speaks to you? 🪴 tend to my needs, too 🌈 allow all the feelings 💛 offer myself compassion 💞 prioritize regulation & connection 🐕️ slow down, savor the good, have fun 👥 find my village Note: We explore ALL of these themes in the @alittleeasier podcast. I hope you give it a listen. It’s 12 episodes that string together, so start at the top. 🥰🎙️✨
It's the end of the week and the middle of the holidaze, which means stress might be revving. I love this reminder from @marc.brackett in Episode 7 of A Little Easier. He's referring to a concept that Lisa Feldman Barrett introduces in her book, How Emotions Are Made. She uses the term Body Budget to describe how the brain budgets the energy in your body to keep you alive and well. Maintaining a balanced body budget is important for regulating our emotions and our overall sense of well-being. Don't forget to make some deposits to keep your Body Budget from shriveling. Every micro - dose / step / moment / action counts! ✨ #parentsupport #caregiversupport #permissiontofeel #nervoussystemhealth #bodybudget #selfcarematters #mentalhealthmatters #emotionalintelligence #wellness #resilience #parentingpodcasts #alittleeasier
When did parenting become a competition? 🥊 If parenting feels like a pressure cooker, Episode 7 "Good Enough" will gently lead you back to balance and sanity. Most of us have been conditioned to think that being harder on ourselves and our kids will somehow push us to be better... It turns out we're got it all backward. In Episode 7 of the ✨A Little Easier✨ podcast series, Harvard-trained psychologist and Mindful Self-Compassion teacher Dr. Susan Pollak will explain how treating ourselves with a little more kindness can change our whole experience. We'll learn the compelling science behind self-compassion and some simple practices we can use in the midst of the mess. As Dr. Chris Willard explains, self-criticism rubs off early. But we can turn it around. Parental burnout researcher Moira Mikolajczak explains how perfection works against us anyway. Author and mom Ann Douglas shares the one thing she'd do differently if she had a chance. To top it off, mom Devon explains why she chooses not to be a superhero, and Amy Brown tells us how she managed to let go of other people's judgment. At the end of this episode, we hope you walk away realizing you are not alone and that you really ARE enough. Self-compassion isn't weak or squishy. It's a powerful way to let go of all those things that make parenting harder than it needs to be. A big THANK YOU to these amazing peeps for being part of this episode: @drchriswillard @adhdparent @amybrown_writer @annmdouglas Dr. Susan Pollak - @mindfulnessandcompassion 👉 SUBSCRIBE to A Little Easier wherever you get your podcasts. And if you have a friend who could use a lift, please SHARE it. We don't have a marketing machine behind us. Just passion. 🔥 #parentsupport #caregiversupport #mindfulness #selfcompassion #selfcompassionforparents #mentalhealth #parentalburnout #burnoutprevention #selflove #selflovejourney #healing #wellness #mindfulparenting #responsiveparenting #parentingishard #youarenotalone #momssupportingmoms #holistichealth #onlyhuman #ittakesavillage #goodenough #parentingpodcasts #alittleeasier
Parenting can bring up the most intense feelings. You can find yourself bursting with love and amazement, burning with rage or resentment, trembling with worry or sorrow -- and everything in between. Sometimes (often) it's a messy mix. Instead of offering ourselves compassion, we tend to beat ourselves up for losing our cool, handling things the "wrong" way, or not doing enough. We compare ourselves to other parents who seem to have it all together... as if we're the only one who doesn't. Here's a way to go grow the inner strength to face these storms with more calm and confidence. The acronym "RAIN" is a helpful tool for incorporating mindfulness and compassion into your life. With practice, it can expand your ability to face challenging feelings without getting swept away. Here are the four steps: R. Recognize what is happening; A. Allow the experience to be there, just as it is; I. Investigate with interest and care; N. Nurture with self-compassion. You can move through the 4 steps whenever times get tough or use it as a standalone meditation practice. 👉Hear about RAIN and discover more on mindfulness + parenting in the ✨A Little Easier✨ podcast. Big thanks to @TaraBrach for allowing us to use a clip of her explaining the RAIN practice in Episode 6: "Making Space." ☔️🎙️🌈 #parentsupport #caregiversupport #mindfulness #mindfulparenting #consciousparenting #coregulation #selfcarematters #selfcarethreads #stressless #nervoussystemhealth #growthroughwhatyougothrough #resilience #selfhealers #ittakesavillage #parentingpodcasts #alittleeasier
Sometimes we forget just how animal we are! 🙈 Renowned brain scientist and trauma expert Dr. Bruce Perry says "emotions are contagious." We really are connected to our kids - like WiFi. Taking care of ourselves helps us offer a stable signal. When you take the time - even micro moments - to settle your system, your kids will feel the difference. And so will you. Episode 5 "Emotional WiFi" talks all about this amazing phenomenon. 👉 Have you listened to A Little Easier yet? Please let us know if it resonated, and SHARE it with anyone you know who's got parenting stress. We all deserve more support! 🌈🎧️🧡 #drbruceperry #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #mentalhealthmatters #whatwegrowthrough #stressrelief #parentalburnout #burnoutprevention #selfhealers #emotionalintelligence #neuroscience #nervoussystemhealth #mindfulparenting #responsiveparenting #mindfulness #selfcompassion #wellbeing #selfcarematters #ittakesavillage #resilience #alittleeasier
Don't forget to take moments to recharge this weekend, whether that means getting out for some fresh air, playing a song you love, or resting your legs up the wall. Your well-being matters! "At the heart of parenting is our own well-being." @monadelahooke #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #protectyourenergy #mentalhealthmatters #whatwegrowthrough #stressrelief #parentalburnout #burnoutprevention #selfhealers #emotionalintelligence #neuroscience #polyvagaltheory #mindfulparenting #responsiveparenting #mindfulness #selfcompassion #wellbeing #selfcarematters #ittakesavillage #resilience #alittleeasier
This is a little ritual that single dad Lovey does to model self-love to his son. You can meet this inspiring dad in the #ALittleEasier podcast and hear about his practice in Episode 5! Every day we go to the mirror when we're brushing our teeth and say "I love me some me" three times as part of our ritual. - Lovey Brown, dad Lovey learned about #emotionalintelligence through the RULER program from @yale_emotions and @marc.brackett 💕
WOW! Here’s a mindful podcast episode about emotional co-regulation that features BWBH founder, Lara Wilson! Dr. Bruce Perry, neuroscientist and therapist (who co-authored a book with Oprah!) offers supportive insights for parents and children. And there’s more… Sit with your tea and take it in while we celebrate Being part of this compassionate conversation.💜 #bewellbehere #alittleeasier #drbruceperry #wildpeaceforparents #parenting #parentingtips #parents #emotionalhealth #mindfulness #parentalsupport #storytelling #coregulation #allemotionsarevalid #allthefeels #bepresent #selfcare #lovingkindness #mindfulliving
Episode 5 of A Little Easier “Emotional WiFi" dropped TODAY! If you're interested in the power of co-regulation - our ability to influence each others' development & wellbeing through our own brain/body system - this will crack open the way you understand parenting and people. Renowned brain and trauma expert 🤩 Dr. Bruce Perry 🤩 explains how emotions flow within families. (Hint: they're contagious!) When we understand how we're connected, we can start to help each other regulate and feel just a bit better. Then, Dr. Elizabeth Larson helps us recognize what wellness looks like for parents. And we meet Lovey, a dad who's been taking classes on emotional regulation as he raises his son. And Lara Wilson, a mom who knows mindfulness, explains how we can become more aware of moments of emotional connection every day. ➡️ Please SUBSCRIBE and let us know your thoughts! 🧠🎙️🌈 #DrBrucePerry @bewellbehere #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #protectyourenergy #mentalhealthmatters #whatwegrowthrough #stressrelief #parentalburnout #burnoutprevention #selfhealers #emotionalintelligence #neuroscience #polyvagaltheory #mindfulparenting #responsiveparenting #mindfulness #selfcompassion #wellbeing #selfcarematters #ittakesavillage #resilience #alittleeasier
Feeling grateful for every listener and all the amazing feedback we're getting. We want parents to feel more ease, resilience, and joy along the way. Thank YOU for being here 🤗 and for 👉 sharing 👈️ the show with parents & caregivers who could use a lift. Here are a few comments we received: It is sooo good… This was me on my walk listening ➡️😭☺️😭” “There are a lot of parenting podcasts. This one is worth your time.” 🧡🧡🧡
When one of the world's leading experts on childhood trauma, brain science and resilience says this, you've gotta LISTEN. I was over the moon when Dr. Bruce Perry agreed to interview for the A Little Easier podcast series. He agreed because he believes parent wellbeing matters and he liked that we're looking upstream to care for the caregivers. His mega wisdom is woven through the series. Hope you can take your foot off the gas pedal this weekend. Maybe even listen to the A Little Easier podcast! We've dropped 4 episodes so far: 1️⃣ - What About Us? 2️⃣ - Secret Feelings 3️⃣ - Burnout 4️⃣ - The Nerve Find ✨A Little Easier✨ at the link in bio or most any podcast platform. And if you enjoy it, please SHARE it with your friends. We're trying to lift as many parents, caregivers, and people who care for parents and kids. "The biggest thing that parents need to is be patient with themselves. Take their foot off the gas pedal." - #DrBrucePerry #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #protectyourenergy #mentalhealthmatters #whatwegrowthrough #stressrelief #parentalburnout #burnoutprevention #selfhealers #emotionalintelligence #neuroscience #polyvagaltheory #mindfulparenting #responsiveparenting #mindfulness #selfcompassion #wellbeing #selfcarematters #ittakesavillage #resilience #alittleeasier
This is one of the most powerful reframes for parents. Are you the most terrible parent? I doubt it. There are always more skills we could learn in parenting, but none of those things matter if we don't feel like ourselves. This is a friendly reminder to check in with yourself. What do you need to find your center? Fill your mind-body-community cup. Tiny drops count. Be kind to your nervous system. It's good for you and everyone you care about. 👉👉👉LISTEN to A ✨Little Easier ✨for all kinds of powerful insights from real, honest parents and world-leading experts in neuroscience, psychology, mindfulness & more. 4 episodes are out now! Link in bio of course 😍 Please note: This account is for parent-to-parent support. If you need help, please reach out to a professional, trusted friend, parent coach, clergy, or charitable organization. We can't be a village by ourselves. #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #protectyourenergy #mentalhealthmatters #whatwegrowthrough #stressrelief #parentalburnout #burnoutprevention #selfhealers #emotionalintelligence #neuroscience #polyvagaltheory #mindfulparenting #responsiveparenting #mindfulness #selfcompassion #wellbeing #selfcarematters #ittakesavillage #resilience #alittleeasier
This is one of the most powerful reframes for parents. Are you the most terrible parent? I doubt it. There are always more skills we could learn in parenting, but none of those things matter if we don't feel like ourselves. This is a friendly reminder to check in with yourself. What do you need to find your center? Fill your mind-body-community cup. Tiny drops count. Be kind to your nervous system. It's good for you and everyone you care about. 👉👉👉LISTEN to A ✨Little Easier ✨for all kinds of powerful insights from real, honest parents and world-leading experts in neuroscience, psychology, mindfulness & more. 4 episodes are out now! 😍 Please note: This account is for parent-to-parent support. If you need help, please reach out to a professional, trusted friend, parent coach, clergy, or charitable organization. We can't be a village by ourselves. #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #parentalmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #adhdparenting #neurodiversity #positiveparenting #responsiveparenting #mindfulparenting #parentalburnout #burnout #burnoutprevention #ittakesavillage #selfhealers #emotionalintelligence #neuroscience #polyvagaltheory #selfcompassion #wellbeing #stressrelief #realselfcare #resilientparents #resilience #whatwegrowthrough #alittleeasier
These powerful lens shifts can transform the way we see, understand, and connect with our kids. 👉👉👉To hear more from the brilliant @monadelahooke SUBSCRIBE to our podcast ✨A Little Easier✨ Each episode packs in some amazing insights from parents and experts, all to help US show up for our kids and the world as our best most balanced selves. It's free and we're super proud of it. Because parents deserve support for themselves. 🌻🧡🌈 3 Key Lens-Shifts: "Kids do well if they can." - Dr. Ross Greene @livesinthebalance "Understanding how the brain makes sense of the information coming from inside and outside of our bodies is crucial to understanding our children (and our own) emotions and behaviors." - Mona Delahooke, PhD "Ultimately we can’t control our children or the hand life deals them—but we can always control our own actions. Parenting isn’t about what our child does, but about how we respond." - Dr. Laura Markham @drlauramarkham_ahaparenting #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #protectyourenergy #mentalhealthmatters #whatwegrowthrough #stressrelief #parentalburnout #burnoutprevention #selfhealers #emotionalintelligence #neuroscience #polyvagaltheory #mindfulparenting #responsiveparenting #mindfulness #selfcompassion #wellbeing #selfcarematters #ittakesavillage #resilience #alittleeasier
Imagine how much easier it would be to connect with our kids if we could understand how their brain & body experiences the world. These insights apply to ourselves, too 😉 💕🌈👉 You'll find all kinds of amazing a-ha moments when you LISTEN to the ✨A LITTLE EASIER✨ podcast! You're NOT alone in your struggles. We're here for camaraderie, inspiration, and support. "Once I started to recognize that my son's struggles were a result of his brain function, not willfulness on his part, it started to bring back my compassion towards him." - Kristie, an honest and amazing mom you'll meet in the A Little Easier podcast ❤️ #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #protectyourenergy #mentalhealthmatters #whatwegrowthrough #stressrelief #parentalburnout #burnoutprevention #selfhealers #emotionalintelligence #neuroscience #polyvagaltheory #mindfulparenting #responsiveparenting #mindfulness #selfcompassion #wellbeing #selfcarematters #ittakesavillage #resilience #alittleeasier
Imagine how much easier it would be to connect with our kids if we could understand how their brain & body experiences the world. These insights apply to ourselves, too 😉 💕🌈👉 You'll find all kinds of amazing a-ha moments when you LISTEN to the ✨A LITTLE EASIER✨ podcast! You're NOT alone in your struggles. We're here for camaraderie, inspiration, and support. "Once I started to recognize that my son's struggles were a result of his brain function, not willfulness on his part, it started to bring back my compassion towards him." - Kristie, an honest and amazing mom you'll meet in the A Little Easier podcast ❤️ A Little Easier is a production of @wildpeaceforparents #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #protectyourenergy #mentalhealthmatters #whatwegrowthrough #stressrelief #parentalburnout #burnoutprevention #selfhealers #emotionalintelligence #neuroscience #polyvagaltheory #mindfulparenting #responsiveparenting #mindfulness #selfcompassion #wellbeing #selfcarematters #ittakesavillage #resilience #alittleeasier
When one of the world's leading experts on childhood trauma, brain development, and resilience explains parental burnout in such simple and stark terms, we have to stop ✋ and listen👂️. So many of us are living in survival overdrive. Feeling depleted. Just doing what it takes to get through the days. It's not just YOU. Our society isn't supporting parents. There's more pressure on us than ever. And our kids are facing new and complicated challenges we never expected. What can we do at the individual level - right now - to feel and function better? Go easier. It is possible. We wove together brilliant insights from Dr. Bruce Perry and 40+ other leading experts & real parents to help us all find more acceptance, resilience, ease and joy - for ourselves and our kids. Have a listen to ✨A Little Easier✨ 3 episodes are out and a NEW ep drops this TUESDAY. Link in BIO 👆 #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #protectyourenergy #mentalhealthmatters #whatwegrowthrough #stressrelief #parentalburnout #burnoutprevention #selfhealers #emotionalintelligence #neuroscience #polyvagaltheory #mindfulness #selfcompassion #wellbeing #selfcarematters #ittakesavillage #resilience #alittleeasier
Parents can burn out... but we can't quit! We explore BURNOUT in the latest episode our podcast @alittleeasier I interviewed the amazing Amelia Nagoski, @burnoutbookgroup co-author of the bestseller "Burnout: the Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle" for the A Little Easier podcast series. We discussed the intense pressure parents are under and what we can do to release those toxic stress chemicals so they don't build up and cause damage to our well-being. What I love about Episode 3 "Burnout" is that we ALSO hear from real parents who share what helps them cope. Amelia says the really good news is that we can deal with the stress (those chemicals) separately from the stressors (the challenges in our lives). Phew 😅 Here are 6 science-based ways we can complete the stress cycle and let it go. Take a LISTEN to our conversation for all kinds of cool insights into HOW these can work for you! 🌈 movement 🌈 creative expression 🌈 a big 'ol cry 🌈 laughter 🌈 affection & connection 🌈 deep breathing 🔗 Yes, there's a LINK in our BIO👆🏽 #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #protectyourenergy #mentalhealthmatters #whatwegrowthrough #stressrelief #parentalburnout #burnoutprevention #selfhealers #emotionalintelligence #neuroscience #polyvagaltheory #mindfulness #selfcompassion #wellbeing #selfcarematters #ittakesavillage #resilience #alittleeasier Art for the A Little Easier podcast by @lindsayvictorialee ✨ and the added doodles are by me, Kendra Wilde 😍
Parents are swimming in advice. Most of it is well-meaning. But it's impossible for us to DO all these things if we're falling apart. The only way to truly help our kids feel safe, seen, and supported is if we feel well ourselves. So let's go upstream and support the parents. Our well-being matters; it ripples to our kids. We made the A Little Easier podcast to help all parents and caregivers feel "A Little Easier." You can subscribe now! ✨LINK in bio.✨ #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #protectyourenergy #mentalhealthmatters #whatwegrowthrough #stressrelief #parentalburnout #burnoutprevention #selfhealers #emotionalintelligence #neuroscience #polyvagaltheory #mindfulness #selfcompassion #wellbeing #selfcarematters #ittakesavillage #resilience #alittleeasier
Parents are swimming in advice. Most of it is well-meaning. But it's impossible for us to DO all these things if we're falling apart. The only way to truly help our kids feel safe, seen, and supported is if we feel well ourselves. So let's go upstream and support the parents. Our well-being matters; it ripples to our kids. We made the A Little Easier podcast to help all parents and caregivers feel "A Little Easier." You can subscribe now! LINK in bio. #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #parentalmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #adhdparenting #neurodiversity #positiveparenting #responsiveparenting #mindfulparenting #parentalburnout #burnout #burnoutprevention #ittakesavillage #selfhealers #emotionalintelligence #neuroscience #polyvagaltheory #selfcompassion #wellbeing #stressrelief #realselfcare #resilientparents #resilience #alittleeasier
I'm proud to be one of the featured guests in this NEW podcast that aims to help parents & caregivers find more joy & resilience. Introducing A Little Easier, the podcast for stressed parents… You can find A Little Easier on most podcast platforms. This 12-episode series, created by host and mom Kendra Wilde, is for parents, caregivers, and anyone else who cares for kids. The show features my perspectives along with other leading voices in psychology, neuroscience, mindfulness and more. You can see all the guests on the show’s website, ALittleEasier.org. It’s a gold mine for parents, with lots of resources on burnout & resilience. I’d love to help her spread the word. Please listen and subscribe. And if you know a parent or caregiver who needs things to be a little easier, please send this along! from @alittleeasier : As parents, we all have feelings we don’t like to admit to ourselves -- let alone share. In Episode 2 of the ✨A Little Easier✨ podcast, we’re bringing those feelings into the daylight 🌤️ and figuring out what to do with them. 😨 This is what it sounds like when parenting feels like too much: 💭 I'm drowning as a parent. 💭 What am I missing? Why is this so hard? 💭 I think I'm supposed to be enjoying this. And I think I'm supposed to like my kids a little bit more than I do. 💭 I'm beyond worn out. I'm not sure I can take it anymore. 💭 I would give anything to know there's just one more person that feels this way. You'll hear from real parents who open up and get insights from some amazing experts, including @marc.brackett, Rita Eichenstein, Linda Budd, and Merriam Saunders @howtoparentadhd about what can help us find more acceptance. 👉️ Hope you take a LISTEN - link in bio 👆️ Episode 2 - "SECRET FEELINGS: Opening Up to the Tough Emotions of Parenthood" #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #feelingsmatter #feelings #emotionalintelligence #SEL #permissiontofeel #parentalmentalhealth #mentalhealthadvocate #mindfulparenting #parentalburnout #burnoutprevention #ittakesavillage #selfhealers #neuroscience #selfcompassion #wellbeing #stressrelief #resilience #alittleeasier
We all have complex and uncomfortable feelings we'd rather stuff away. But feelings matter! They tell us what we care about and what we need. When we become more aware of HOW we're feeling and WHY we can begin to figure out what to do about it. In Episode 2 @marc.brackett explains the acronym RULER to describe five key skills we can cultivate to help ourselves and our kids grow emotional intelligence: R-ecognizing emotions in self & others U-nderstanding causes & consequences of emotions L-abeling emotions accurately E-xpressing emotions R-egulating emotions effectively Strengthening our emotional intelligence is the key to lifelong flourishing. It helps us be our best selves through thick & thin, and helps our kids learn the same. How do you feel about giving yourself "permission to feel?" #emotionalintelligence #moodmeter #SEL #permissiontofeel #feelings #emotionsmatter #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingchallenges #stressrelief #mindfulparenting #resilience #parentingpodcast #resilientparents #alittleeasier
How are YOU feeling? Busy parents and caregivers don't often pause to notice. But checking in on how we're feeling can enhance our well-being AND our parenting. Marc Brackett, PhD says, "where there is an emotionally skilled parent, there are children who have a greater ability to identify and regulate their emotions.” ----- 👉 I'M FEELING excited and a little nervous about my NEW PODCAST launch. If you want to hear @marc.brackett on giving ourselves "permission to feel" as parents, listen to ✨A Little Easier✨, the podcast for stressed parents. You can SUBSCRIBE wherever you get your podcasts! 🎧️ ----- The MOOD METER is a tool that can help us identify exactly HOW and WHAT we actually feel. It was developed by the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence as a guide to being more scientific about our emotions. The X-axis is about how Pleasant or Unpleasant you feel. The Y-axis is about how much Energy you have. Once you know what quadrant you land in, you can figure out the best word to describe how you feel. This image shows 4 quadrants of feeling colors with one example of the strongest emotion word in each: 🟥 least pleasant x highest energy = enraged 😡 🟨 most pleasant x highest energy = ecstatic 😃 🟦 least pleasant x lowest energy = despair 😞 🟩 most pleasant x lowest energy = serene 😌 Studies show that getting emotionally "granular" (being able to identify and label your feelings with discrete emotion words) is associated with more specific action planning and better self-regulation.* Imagine how that can support your parenting! I've been trying to notice my emotions and moods more during the day. It's fascinating what you learn when you practice checking in. Give it a try! @yale_emotions * For research on the benefits of emotional granularity, see Lisa Feldman Barrett, Northeastern University. #emotionalintelligence #moodmeter #permissiontofeel #feelings #emotionsmatter #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingchallenges #stressrelief #mindfulparenting #resilience #parentingpodcast #alittleeasier
As parents, we all have feelings we don’t like to admit to ourselves -- let alone share. In Episode 2 of the ✨A Little Easier✨ podcast, we’re bringing those feelings into the daylight 🌤️ and figuring out what to do with them. 😨 This is what it sounds like when parenting feels like too much: 💭 I'm drowning as a parent. 💭 What am I missing? Why is this so hard? 💭 I think I'm supposed to be enjoying this. And I think I'm supposed to like my kids a little bit more than I do. 💭 I'm beyond worn out. I'm not sure I can take it anymore. 💭 I would give anything to know there's just one more person that feels this way. You'll hear from real parents who open up and get insights from some amazing experts, including @marc.brackett, Rita Eichenstein, Linda Budd, and Merriam Saunders @howtoparentadhd about what can help us find more acceptance. 👉️ Hope you take a LISTEN - link in bio 👆️ Episode 2 - "SECRET FEELINGS: Opening Up to the Tough Emotions of Parenthood" #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #feelingsmatter #feelings #emotionalintelligence #SEL #permissiontofeel #parentalmentalhealth #mentalhealthadvocate #mindfulparenting #parentalburnout #burnoutprevention #ittakesavillage #selfhealers #neuroscience #selfcompassion #wellbeing #stressrelief #resilience #alittleeasier
Mindful listening on podcasts! BWBH founder, Lara Wilson, is featured talking about mindful practices on @alittleeasier with Kendra Wilde, founder of @wildpeaceforparents - and mindful writing LIVE tomorrow 11/5/22 on The 7am Novelist with @michellehooverauthor on #substack #alittleeasier #7amnovelist #mindfulpractice #meditation #mindfulmoments #mindfulwriting #writing #listen #podcasting #mindfulpodcast #writingpodcast #storytelling #mindfullistening
Parents & caregivers have ALL kinds of feelings when their kids are having a hard time. It's important to allow ourselves to have all these feelings so we can begin to accept where we are, embrace our children where they are, and grow from there 🌱 When your child struggles, you might feel: 🌧️ Fearful 😕 Confused 😠 Angry ⚡️ Impatient 😵💫 Overwhelmed 🐻 Protective 🙈 Guilt ✋🏽 Lonely 🏳️ Distressed 🥰 Compassion 🌻 Hopeful And so many MORE feelings. Let's normalize that not all parenting moments are perfect. Parenting is incredible. And it's incredibly hard. And that's okay 💕 ✅ Take a listen to our new podcast ✨A LITTLE EASIER✨. Episode 2 is all about our "Secret Feelings" and what we can do about them. You'll meet all kinds of amazing parents and professionals who share their insights. A huge THANK YOU to #drbruceperry @marc.brackett @drnicolebuerkens @eileen.devine_brain.first @howtoparentadhd @drchriswillard #drritaeichenstein #drlindabudd @adhdparent @amyjbrown_writer plus more parents for sharing your insights in these first 2 episodes 🌻 #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentalburnout #parentingpodcast #burnoutprevention #realselfcare #nervoussystemhealth #communitycare #mentalhealthadvocate #neurodiversity #mindfulparenting #consciousparenting #brainbodyparenting #specialneedsparenting #gentleparenting #peacefulparenting #positiveparenting #parentwellbeing #raisingresilience #resilience #alittleeasier
A newly released podcast from A Little Easier explores parental stress and struggles and offers a fresh perspective on what it means to care for the caregiver. Listen to the episode titled What About Us? To Care for Kids, We Need to Care for The Parents by clicking the link in our bio! - #courageousstories #caregiver #caregivinghappens #raredisease #ALittleEasier #podcast #careaboutrare #caregivermonth
How are YOU feeling? Busy parents and caregivers don't often pause to notice. But checking in on how we're feeling can enhance our well-being AND our parenting. Marc Brackett, PhD @yale_emotions says, "where there is an emotionally skilled parent, there are children who have a greater ability to identify and regulate their emotions.” ----- 👉 I'M FEELING excited and a little nervous about my NEW PODCAST launch. If you want to hear @marc.brackett on giving ourselves "permission to feel" as parents, listen to ✨A Little Easier✨, the podcast for stressed parents. You can SUBSCRIBE wherever you get your podcasts! 🎧️ ----- The MOOD METER is a tool that can help us identify exactly HOW and WHAT we actually feel. It was developed by the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence as a guide to being more scientific about our emotions. The X-axis is about how Pleasant or Unpleasant you feel. The Y-axis is about how much Energy you have. Once you know what quadrant you land in, you can figure out the best word to describe how you feel. This image shows 4 quadrants of feeling colors with one example of the strongest emotion word in each: 🟥 least pleasant x highest energy = enraged 😡 🟨 most pleasant x highest energy = ecstatic 😃 🟦 least pleasant x lowest energy = despair 😞 🟩 most pleasant x lowest energy = serene 😌 Studies show that getting emotionally "granular" (being able to identify and label your feelings with discrete emotion words) is associated with more specific action planning and better self-regulation.* Imagine how that can support your parenting! I've been trying to notice my emotions and moods more during the day. It's fascinating what you learn when you practice checking in. Give it a try! * For research on the benefits of emotional granularity, see Lisa Feldman Barrett, Northeastern University. #permissiontofeel #feelings #emotionalintelligence #emotionsmatter #parentsjpport #caregiversupport #parentingchallenges #stressrelief #mindfulparenting #resilience #alittleeasier
How are YOU doing? Parenting is hard. We get lots of advice about what to do. But what about you? ✨A Little Easier✨ podcast EP 1 is UP! Take a listen - you can find us wherever you find your podcasts. EP 1 What About Us? To care for kids we need to care for parents. Nobody can do this alone. Whether it’s anxiety, ADHD, autism or allergies, if your child struggles, so will you. We need more help. Navigating life as a family can be overwhelming, and the complex medical maze and school systems make it even harder. In this episode we’ll grab your elbow and ask – how are you holding up? Kendra talks to @drnicolebuerkens about why diagnostic labels sometimes aren’t helpful, and we’ll meet Devon, a single mom stretched to the brink trying to support her son. #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentingpodcast #parentalmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #adhdparenting #autismparenting #adoptiveparents #neurodiversity #specialneedsparents #positiveparenting #brainbodyparenting #mindfulparenting #parentalburnout #burnoutprevention #ittakesavillage #selfhealers #emotionalintelligence #neuroscience #selfcompassion #wellbeing #stressrelief #realselfcare #resilientparents #resilience #alittleeasier
Dear parents, caregivers, and caring people who have experienced extra stress: I've spent 3 years interviewing parents about their struggles + experts in psychology, neuroscience, mindfulness & more. All to figure out what can help make parenting challenges feel just a little easier. I made this podcast because stories and science together can help us feel less alone and find more joy & resilience along the way. Here it is! A Little Easier, the podcast for stressed parents. Please take a listen and 👉 Subscribe Link in bio to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher Episodes drop November 1 🤗 #parentsupport #caregiversupport #parentalburnout #parentingpodcast #burnoutprevention #realselfcare #nervoussystemhealth #communitycare #mentalhealthadvocate #neurodiversity #mindfulparenting #consciousparenting #brainbodyparenting #specialneedsparenting #gentleparenting #peacefulparenting #positiveparenting #parentwellbeing #raisingresilience #resilience #alittleeasier
4th of July weekend 🎉🎉🎉🎇🎇🎇 #newbeginnings #momlife #partytime #partyvibes #4thofjuly #4thofjulyweekend #4thofjulyoutfit #noteasybutworthit❤️ #noteasybutworthit #cannamom #cannamoms #cannamomgang #alittlebeautyeveryday #alittleeasier #thebestdays #livingmybestlife #livinglife #livinglifetothefullest
Happy Monday Never miss a Monday I did it After an incredible amount of steps on Sunday I took it a little easier today But still got my fiton workout in It was a 35 minute 40/20 hiit workout It was a high impact workout but this gal gave it her all in a lower impact workout I'm still not confident enough to go with moves where I am jumping so uou can modify and still work hard Key is to not quit Then clean up and feel good after and I don't know about you but I think it is a great confidence booster! #happymonday #nevermissamonday #bigsteps #fitbit #alittleeasier #40/20 #hiitworkout #lowerimpact #modifications #confidence #fotonapp #workoutsdone #fitlifeshelb
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It has been the case for a couple of weeks now but just in case you didn't know, a pre-departure test is no longer required for entry into Ireland from abroad if you are fully vaccinated. For those people who are unvaccinated an RT-PCR test taken within 72 hours of arrival is still required for entry into the country. #internationaltravel #welcometoireland #babelacademy #babeldublin #pcrtest #alittleeasier #travelisback☀️✈️🌎
Typically, the term "new law" would give any winery the nervous sweats. With the industry being as highly regulated as it is, changes to legislation have historically meant more things to do and more policies to adhere to. Not this time! California recently passed three new laws that make operating a winery just a little bit easier. Click through the link in bio to read more details.
🔊🔊SOUND ON 🔊🔊 So this was truly hard to make! They say if you can talk about it without crying, then it means you have healed! I have come along way in 9 years but I still have some healing to do!! I really do just wonder ask the what ifs: What is it was my girl? What if I would have done something different? What is I would have known earlier? The thing is I have come to realize, I just can't change the past. So I had to learn how to live for the future!! I don't question GOD anymore, I just live my life, enjoy my husband and kids now. I truly believe GOD has a plan for me so now I just trust him. #gettingbetter #everydayisgood #alittleeasier #stillhard #rainbowbaby #September21 #adaytoremember #istillmourn #justalittle
Day by day, even when some days feel harder than others 💜 #transformation #eachday #alittleeasier #keepgoing #youvegotthis #loveyourself
This guy is always where I am and he never misses a nap on my stomach. But now he probably feels my acute lumbago and lay down on my legs instead😻 #goodboy #alittleeasier #mainecoon #9,5kilos #jalmar #mybackhurts #lumbago #healingcat