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25. One Mindful Breath Can Change Your Life

with Dr. Susan Pollak

In our latest podcast episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Susan Pollak, a renowned expert on mindfulness and self-compassion for parents. Together, we explore how to slow down, be present, and rediscover the joy of parenting amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life.

🔍 In This Episode, Discover:

Mindful Parenting in a Busy World: Dr. Pollak shares practical tips on how to incorporate mindfulness into your daily routine, even when time is scarce. Learn how to practice self-compassion and take mindful breaths that can quickly bring calm into your hectic day.

The Power of Being Present: We discuss the importance of being present with your children, how it can transform your parenting experience, and why delighting in your children starts with simply slowing down and noticing the small moments.

Practical Strategies for Self-Compassion: Dr. Pollak offers easy-to-implement practices that help you connect with yourself and your children. Whether it’s through a one-minute meditation or noticing your breath, these strategies are designed for busy parents who need quick, effective tools.

Repairing and Reconnecting: Explore how to approach moments of disconnection or stress with self-compassion, and why it's never too late to repair and reconnect with your child. Dr. Pollak emphasizes the importance of showing up for your kids after challenging moments, reinforcing that it’s okay to start again.

Seeing the World Through a Child’s Eyes: Delve into the concept of viewing the world with the curiosity and wonder of a child. Dr. Pollak shares how adopting this perspective can help you slow down and bring more joy into your parenting.

💡 Highlights You Can't Miss:

➡️ The One-Minute Breath: Learn a simple, yet powerful breathing technique that can shift your state of mind and bring you back to the present moment in just one minute.

➡️ Delighting in Your Child: Discover how to find joy in the everyday moments with your children by being fully present and seeing the world through their eyes.

➡️ Self-Compassion for Parents: Understand how practicing self-compassion can help you stay grounded and patient, especially during the most challenging parenting moments.

➡️ Repairing Relationships: Gain insights into the power of repairing and reconnecting with your child after conflicts or stressful situations, and how this can strengthen your bond.

➡️ Embracing a Slower Pace: Dr. Pollak encourages parents to slow down and savor the moments with their children, moving away from the constant rush and instead embracing a more mindful approach to parenting.

Don't miss this enriching conversation with Dr. Susan Pollak, where we dive deep into the art of mindful, compassionate parenting, and learn how to bring more delight and connection into our daily lives with our children.

If you’d like to learn more about self-compassion and supporting yourself to be more present and mindful, join me for my upcoming Virtual Conference called The Healing Parent with a FREE Ticket, where on Day 3, we dive deep into the power of healing your inner child through self-compassion and mindfulness! Click here to get your free ticket.

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To learn more about Dr. Susan Pollak:

https://www.drsusanpollak.com/

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