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There is an almost constant tug-of-war going on inside working moms. They are pulled between wanting what’s best for their career, and what’s best for their kids. Welcome to The Working Mom’s Guide to Sanity podcast, your go-to resource for support, advice, and inspiration as you navigate the challenges of balancing your ambitious career dreams, and your family. Each week, we’ll bring you interviews with powerhouse working moms to share their insights on how they manage to find sanity while juggling their demanding jobs and kids. So, whether you’re listening on your commute to work, during your lunch break, or while running errands, we’re here to support you and help you achieve your goals as a working mom. Tune in to The Working Mom’s Guide to Sanity podcast and join our community of like-minded moms who are torn between their kids and careers like you are!
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Monday Nov 01, 2021
Monday Nov 01, 2021
Parenting coach and Miraval expert, David Preslar shares insight on how we can consciously parent- and turn stress and power struggles into peaceful, loving relationships with our children.
Show Notes:
00:58 David's journey
05:30 Yelling: quick tips on how to avoid it and insights on how children are affected by it
07:55 What to do if your children ignore the choices you give them
09:55 What to do when it's not a question of choice? Brushing teeth, homework, etc.
14:27 Comparing siblings
18:45 The number one struggle for parents
26:40 The importance of 1-on-1 time with your child, particularly if you have multiples
29:20 Tips for parents who struggle with work-life balance
32:35 What is Conscious Parenting?
34:25 Generational differences in parenting
38:05 How to deal with a child having a meltdown
39:35 Time out. Is it shaming children?
45:00 Punishment/Reward systems
49:55 Additional Resources