Reflective Parenting by Curious Neuron

• What the Dying Can Teach Us About Living More Fully with Dr. Kathy Zhang

  Send us a textWhat can the dying teach us about living? In this transformative conversation, Dr. Kathy Zhang, a palliative care physician, shares profound insights from her work with patients at the end of life that can revolutionize our approach to parenting and emotional wellbeing.Dr. Zhang reveals how witnessing death daily has paradoxically enhanced her appreciation for life's simple joys. Rather than creating fear, regular exposure to mortality has normalized it, allowing her to find deep gratitude in mundane moments like "just waking up." This perspective shift offers parents a powerful lens through which to view their daily interactions with their children.The conversation takes an unexpected turn as Dr. Zhang introduces her "bathtub metaphor" to explain the crucial difference between rest and restoration. Many parents mistakenly believe that "doing nothing" on weekends will recharge them, then wonder why they feel just as depleted on Monday. She explains that rest merely "plugs the drain" to prevent further energy loss, while true restoration actively "adds water to the bathtub" through meaningful connection with yourself or others.About Dr. Zhang:Dr. Luyi Kathy Zhang is a hospice & palliative care physician, TEDx speaker & hypnotist. She has comforted thousands of dying patients and held space for their deepest secrets, biggest regrets and final wishes. She’s made it her mission to share these life-changing insights so people can benefit from deathbed wisdom while they’re still young and healthy. Follow Dr. Zhang on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/dr.luyikathyzhang/Want to join Curious Neuron's Reflective Parent? If you are ready to learn healthy emotional coping skills and to get support on. how to teach your child these skills, book a call with me below:https://calendly.com/curious_neuron/intro-chat-for-1-1-coaching Join our FREE newsletter: https://tremendous-hustler-7333.kit.com/98c4675301FREE WORKBOOK: Why do I feel triggered by my child's emotions and behaviours? https://tremendous-hustler-7333.kit.com/f9fd208c09 FREE ACTIVITY FOR KIDS: Help! My emotions are confusing to me! https://tremendous-hustler-7333.kit.com/c6701d059a Please leave a rating for our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Email me at [email protected] and I will send you our most popular guide called Meltdown Mountain.Join me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/curious_neuron/Join our Facebook group called Reflective Parenting:https://www.facebook.com/group...

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• Stop search for parenting advice and try this instead

  Send us a textHave you ever felt crushed by the pressure to follow a specific parenting style perfectly? The weight of trying to fit into boxes labeled "positive parenting" or "conscious parenting" leaves many of us feeling inadequate and constantly seeking more information. What if there's a more sustainable approach?The newly renamed Reflective Parenting Podcast launches with a powerful message: building emotional intelligence skills matters more than following perfect parenting scripts. After speaking with hundreds of parents, I've discovered a common pattern – parents frantically searching for specific advice for each developmental stage, yet never feeling competent or confident in their abilities.Research shows that parents who struggle with emotional regulation tend to default to authoritarian parenting styles, creating chronically stressed homes and eventually teens who can't regulate their own emotions. This cycle continues unless we intentionally develop four critical domains of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, emotion regulation, parental awareness, and healthy relationship skills.The reflective parenting approach isn't about memorizing what to say during tantrums or following rigid schedules. It's about developing your ability to pause, notice your emotional patterns, understand your child's unique needs, and respond from a place of genuine presence rather than reactivity. When we build these foundational skills, we gain the confidence to parent our specific children, not generic ones from parenting books.Ready to break free from parenting labels and build genuine confidence? Join our Reflective Parent Club, where we focus on developing these essential skills together. Visit the link in the show notes to start with a 7-day free trial, or schedule a conversation about your specific parenting challenges. Let's become reflective parents together.Want to join Curious Neuron's Reflective Parent? If you are ready to learn healthy emotional coping skills and to get support on. how to teach your child these skills, book a call with me below:https://calendly.com/curious_neuron/intro-chat-for-1-1-coaching Join our FREE newsletter: https://tremendous-hustler-7333.kit.com/98c4675301FREE WORKBOOK: Why do I feel triggered by my child's emotions and behaviours? https://tremendous-hustler-7333.kit.com/f9fd208c09 FREE ACTIVITY FOR KIDS: Help! My emotions are confusing to me! https://tremendous-hustler-7333.kit.com/c6701d059a Please leave a rating for our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Email me at [email protected] and I will send you our most popular guide called Meltdown Mountain.Join me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/curious_neuron/Join our Facebook group called Reflective Parenting:https://www.facebook.com/group...

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• How the connection recession is impacting parents with Rich Woo

  Send us a textDiscover the importance of forging meaningful connections and the healing power of friendships, especially after periods of isolation. In today's episode, I chatted with author of The Connection Recession, Rich Woo. We discuss the following key points: • Emphasizing connection as essential for mental well-being • Personal anecdotes highlighting the necessity of nurturing relationships • Strategies to combat loneliness, especially for new parents • The value of intentional community engagement in maintaining friendships • Addressing barriers like fear of rejection and time management • The need for proactive communication in sustaining bonds Get his book here:In Canada or in the US. Follow him Rich on Instagram here. Want to join Curious Neuron's Reflective Parent? If you are ready to learn healthy emotional coping skills and to get support on. how to teach your child these skills, book a call with me below:https://calendly.com/curious_neuron/intro-chat-for-1-1-coaching Join our FREE newsletter: https://tremendous-hustler-7333.kit.com/98c4675301FREE WORKBOOK: Why do I feel triggered by my child's emotions and behaviours? https://tremendous-hustler-7333.kit.com/f9fd208c09 FREE ACTIVITY FOR KIDS: Help! My emotions are confusing to me! https://tremendous-hustler-7333.kit.com/c6701d059a Please leave a rating for our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Email me at [email protected] and I will send you our most popular guide called Meltdown Mountain.Join me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/curious_neuron/Join our Facebook group called Reflective Parenting:https://www.facebook.com/group...

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• How to build resilience in children by allowing them to fail with Jessica Lahey

  Send us a textWe discuss the essential balance of parenting, focusing on how allowing children to fail fosters resilience and independence. Jessica Leahy shares insights from her book, The Gift of Failure, highlighting the dangers of over-parenting and the need to embrace failure as a part of learning.• The significance of letting children experience failure • Over-parenting and its effects on children's autonomy • Emphasizing the process of learning rather than the end result • Strategies for fostering independence in children • The role of parental expectations and societal pressures • Practical tips for promoting resilience and problem-solving skills • Real-life examples demonstrating the advantages of allowing mistakes • Resources for parents to further explore these conceptsResearch on overparenting:https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s43076-024-00407-x?utm_source=chatgpt.comI will summarize it in this week's newsletter, make sure you are subscribed! Watch this on YouTube:https://youtu.be/btVcqD9AQU8Get The Gift of Failure:Canada or the USFollow Jessica on Instagram:https://www.instWant to join Curious Neuron's Reflective Parent? If you are ready to learn healthy emotional coping skills and to get support on. how to teach your child these skills, book a call with me below:https://calendly.com/curious_neuron/intro-chat-for-1-1-coaching Join our FREE newsletter: https://tremendous-hustler-7333.kit.com/98c4675301FREE WORKBOOK: Why do I feel triggered by my child's emotions and behaviours? https://tremendous-hustler-7333.kit.com/f9fd208c09 FREE ACTIVITY FOR KIDS: Help! My emotions are confusing to me! https://tremendous-hustler-7333.kit.com/c6701d059a Please leave a rating for our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Email me at [email protected] and I will send you our most popular guide called Meltdown Mountain.Join me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/curious_neuron/Join our Facebook group called Reflective Parenting:https://www.facebook.com/group...

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• Am I escalating this situation with my child?

  Send us a textUnderstanding how to navigate emotional responses with our children is vital for fostering healthy relationships within families. This episode explores the importance of self-awareness, recognizing triggers, and methods to de-escalate conflicts with children for more effective communication and connection.• Emphasizing the challenge of escalating vs. de-escalating situations • Identifying and managing parental triggers • Sharing a personal story about a challenging parenting moment • Discussing the impact of emotional regulation on children • Highlighting the importance of self-awareness and reflection in parenting • Exploring the unique emotional needs of each child • Encouraging connection as a solution in difficult moments • Suggesting practical techniques for parents to foster understanding and communication • Recommending engagement in the Reflective Parent Club for deeper supportWant to join Curious Neuron's Reflective Parent? If you are ready to learn healthy emotional coping skills and to get support on. how to teach your child these skills, book a call with me below:https://calendly.com/curious_neuron/intro-chat-for-1-1-coaching Join our FREE newsletter: https://tremendous-hustler-7333.kit.com/98c4675301FREE WORKBOOK: Why do I feel triggered by my child's emotions and behaviours? https://tremendous-hustler-7333.kit.com/f9fd208c09 FREE ACTIVITY FOR KIDS: Help! My emotions are confusing to me! https://tremendous-hustler-7333.kit.com/c6701d059a Please leave a rating for our podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! Email me at [email protected] and I will send you our most popular guide called Meltdown Mountain.Join me on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/curious_neuron/Join our Facebook group called Reflective Parenting:https://www.facebook.com/group...

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