Hey Mama,
Life as a mom is a rollercoaster, right? The ups, the downs, the twists, and turns—it's a wild ride. Lately, I've been on a journey, and I'm stoked to share what I've discovered. Grab a coffee, find a comfy spot, and let's chat about something that's been a game-changer for me: conscious parenting.
So, what's the deal with conscious parenting? Picture it as a roadmap, not just for our kiddos but for us too. It's like looking in the mirror and realizing, "Hey, I'm part of the equation too!"
We're diving into the deep stuff here—the world of our inner child. Yep, the little version of us that's still hanging around, influencing how we react to our own kids. Crazy, right? But understanding and healing that inner kiddo is like hitting the reset button on our parenting journey.
I get it; we all have those moments where our child's behavior pushes our buttons. Been there, done that. But here's the scoop: conscious parenting is about hitting pause, taking a breath, and figuring out why we're feeling triggered.
Dr. Shefali calls it "parenting" because, surprise, it's about us—the parents.
It's a self-reflective journey, and I'm just a mom on the same path.
Ever heard that your child's behavior triggers you because of your own past experiences? It hit home for me too. That's our ego—the protective shield around our inner child. Mine? Well, I used to play the victim, doing everything by myself, never asking for help, and being resentful afterward. Sound familiar? It's like carrying around a wound that needs some serious healing.
So, how do we do it? Three simple steps: recognize, release, and relearn. Recognize those patterns, release the grip of the ego, and start relearning new ways of being. Trust me; it's like giving yourself a superpower.
Now, about those bedtime battles. Yep, we've all been there. I used to stress about it—control issues, fear of the next morning chaos. But when I hit the pause button and became present, magic happened. Bedtime turned into bonding time, real conversations, and peace. Who knew?
Oh, and my girls? Recently they fight like cats and dogs. But here's the kicker: I'm letting them. It's their way of figuring out how to navigate conflicts. I step in only if it gets unsafe, but watching them reason and discuss? Priceless. Although it's mostly physical right now...
The journey of conscious parenting is about progress, not perfection. It's like building muscles; it takes time. My go-to? Meditation. It's my daily dose of stillness, my secret weapon to stay calm in the chaos.
So, mama, are you ready to join me on this journey? Let's unravel the layers, heal those wounds, and create a brighter, more connected future for us and our little ones. Trust me; it's a game-changer.
PS: I had a guest on the show who shared her experience of healing her inner child. She's a conscious parenting coach and definitely someone to learn from. Here's a link to the interview: "Breaking the cycle: How conscious parenting heals your inner child with Dinuka Ranasinghe".
