Are you feeling the weight of parental burnout and looking for relief? Parental burnout is a reality many of us face, but what if there were a way to navigate it with mindfulness and compassion? In today’s episode, I sit down with Sally Arnold, a renowned mindfulness educator and parenting coach, to explore how small, practical mindfulness practices can make a significant difference in our lives as parents.
We’ll dive into the importance of community support and self-compassion, and how these elements can help us manage stress and build resilience. Sally will share her journey and insights, offering a fresh perspective on how to approach parenting challenges in today’s fast-paced world. Join us as we discuss the impact of social media on parenting, the role of mindfulness in overcoming parental burnout, and the power of connecting with others who understand our struggles.
Whether you’re a parent seeking support or simply curious about mindfulness, this episode offers a heartfelt conversation that resonates with anyone navigating the complexities of parenting. Tune in and discover how to create a more mindful and connected parenting experience.
More about Sally Arnold:
Sally Arnold is an international Mindfulness Educator, Speaker, Author, and Parenting Coach. She founded Mindful Compass, an organization offering courses, coaching, and community to those seeking to live a more meaningful life. Sally has taught Mindfulness and Awakened Living to thousands of parents, teachers, and children. Her book Mindfulness Activities for Kids (and Their Grown-Ups) includes 40 mindfulness activities to share with your child to enjoy deeper connections.
Topics covered on Parental Burnout:
- What is parental burnout and why do most parents feel reluctant to admit they’re experiencing parental burnout?
- What are the differences in parental burnout experiences between parents of young children and teenagers?
- Why is community support crucial for parents experiencing parental burnout?
- How can mindfulness help post-traumatic parents manage parental burnout and stress?
- What are the small, practical mindfulness practices that can make a big difference in your parenting?
- How do you start reclaiming joy when you’re at the end of your rope as a parent?
- How can parents create a safe space for their children to express difficult emotions?
Connect with Dr. Robyn Koslowitz:
- Website: www.drrobynkoslowitz.com
- Post Traumatic Parenting Guidebook
- Come say hi on Instagram | Facebook | YouTube
- Email: targetedparenting@gmail.com
Connect with Sally Arnold:
- Website: www.mindfulcompass.com
- Instagram: @mindfulcompass
- Facebook: Mindful Compass
- Pinterest: Mindful Compass
More about Post Traumatic Parenting:
“How can I give my kids a normal childhood, when mine was anything but?” Post-Traumatic Parenting is the podcast for anyone who has ever asked themselves that question. Robyn Koslowitz, Ph.D., clinical psychologist and Post-Traumatic Parent, combines the fields of post-traumatic recovery and growth with our best understanding of how to raise Little Humans. Through interviews with experts in the fields of behavior science, psychology, trauma, and child development, as well as interviews with toy developers, children’s book authors, and anyone else who makes childhood a delight, Dr. Koslowitz explores how trauma impacts our parenting, and how to hack our traumas into superpowers and super-parenting.
Each week, Dr. Koslowitz unpacks how to survive and thrive as a Post-Traumatic Parent. She shares behind-the-scenes insights into the research that underlies what we know about parenting, child development, and trauma recovery. Each podcast provides actionable tips about how to transform our Post-Traumatic Parenting and how to turn our parenting journey into a post-traumatic growth experience. Dr. Koslowitz interviews some of the famous names in these fields, and some experts you’ve never heard of (but should have!). Ready to go from survivor to thriver? Ready to become the parent you’ve always dreamed of being? Join us!
