In today's episode, Lindsay shares ideas and practices to help you bring self-awareness into your conversations. At the time of recording there are many parents having tough conversations this week as they explain world events. The goal with this episode is to help you process your feelings so that you can show up for your kids as they process their feelings.

Segment 1: Why is Self-Awareness Important

We explore the benefits of self-awareness and why it's worth taking the time to practice it.

Segment 2: Personal Self-Awareness

Lindsay shares insights around how to tune into your own feelings and reactions.

Segment 3: Holding Space for Kids' Emotions

By processing our own emotions, we can hold space for our kids. Lindsay shares a few examples of what that might look like.

Segment 4: Connecting to humanity

When we bring our awareness full-circle and using the energy from emotions to make a even just a small difference during challenging moments we can empower kids and provide them (and ourselves) with a sense of hope.

In Conclusion:

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Other episodes and resources mentioned in the show:
The Stress Nanny - Talking with Kids about Strategy
The Stress Nanny - The Thought River
IHC Tips for Talking with Kids
IHC Coping with Crisis in the Media

Lindsay Miller is a kids mindfulness coach, mindfulness educator and  host of The Stress Nanny Podcast. She is known for her suitcase tricks  and playful laugh. When she's not playing catch with her daughter or rollerblading on local trails with her husband, you can find her using  her 20+ years of child development study and mindfulness certification  to dream up new ways to get kids excited about deep breathing. Having  been featured on numerous podcasts, platforms and publications,  Lindsay’s words of wisdom are high impact and leave a lasting impression  wherever she goes. To sign up for Lindsay's "Calm & Collected" Newsletter click here.

Lindsay Miller is a distinguished kids mindfulness coach, mindfulness educator and host of The Stress Nanny Podcast. She is known for her suitcase tricks and playful laugh. When she's not playing catch with her daughter or rollerblading on local trails with her husband, you can find her using her 20+ years of child development study and mindfulness certification to dream up new ways to get kids excited about deep breathing. Having been featured on numerous podcasts, platforms and publications, Lindsay’s words of wisdom are high impact and leave a lasting impression wherever she goes. To sign up for Lindsay's "Calm & Collected" Newsletter click here.