177: Three ways to be a good parent, even on bad days

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In this episode, we explore the reasons behind challenging parenting days, delving into factors such as child and parent temperament, attachment relationships, trauma, and neurodivergences. We also provide three valuable strategies for navigating these challenging days with more grace and minimizing the need for apologies.

176: How to begin healing shame with A.J. Bond

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In this episode, we explore the complex emotion of shame and its origins in our childhood experiences. Our guest, A.J. Bond, shares insights into the different types of shame and how some forms of shame can be helpful. We also delve into the crucial topic of healing from toxic shame to prevent passing it on to our own children.

Q&A #1: Should I let my child hit me, or a pillow?

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Explore the question of how to help your preschooler manage anger in this episode. Should you consider buying inflatable boxing gloves or sticking with hitting a pillow? Delve into the options and their implications to make the best choice for your child.

175: I’ll be me; can you be you?

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In this highly personal episode, I share my journey of self-diagnosis with autism and how it’s provided clarity and insight into my life experiences. You’ll hear voicemails from my therapist explaining my screening results and conversations with friends about friendship challenges. I address listener feedback, discussing how my podcast episodes are perceived as both helpful and judgmental. The goal is to help you understand yourself better and recognize that your child’s struggles reflect their needs, not a need for fixing. It’s about better understanding and meeting those needs for both you and your child.