S4e10; Self-Care for Parents

04/10/24 • 31 min

This week we’re deep-diving into self-care. What comes to your mind when we mention self-care? If it’s expensive and bougie, then we highly recommend you take a listen. Together, we talk through several different ideas that you can utilize for self-care, why it’s important, and how to weave it throughout your day. The first rule of this episode: Take what works and leave what doesn’t, and always remember: self-care is intimately defined by you, and you are the only one who can ensure what you’re doing is self-care.

For reference:

Growing Up Mindful, Dr. Christopher Willard

Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle, Emily Nagoski, Amelia Nagoksi (Pt. 1)

Apps for Tech Boundaries: Off-Screen, Using Focus Mode on Your Phone

For reference:

Growing Up Mindful, Dr. Christopher Willard

Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle, Emily Nagoski, Amelia Nagoksi (Pt. 1)

Apps for Tech Boundaries: Off-Screen, Using Focus Mode on Your Phone

Previous Episode

S4ep9; Radical Acceptance

What comes to mind when you hear Radical Acceptance? As humans, we spend a lot of time being upset about things that aren’t in our control. Radical acceptance is taking the concept that we can’t change what’s happening, so how do we navigate the challenge? We talk through why this is important in parenting neurodivergent children and how to implement this concept to create a smoother experience in your parenting journey.

For Reference:

Supporting Autistic Girls and Gender Diverse Youth, by The Yellowbugs (pg 82, 93, 273)

Low Demand Parenting, by Amanda Diekman

The Conscious Parent: Transforming Ourselves and Empowering Our Children, Dr. Shefali Tsabary

Next Episode

S4e11; Neuroaffirming Nugget; Sharing Your Child’s Diagnosis with Your Child

Welcome to another Neurodivergent Nugget! Neurodivergent nuggets are easily digestible pieces of information to support you on your parenting journey. At 15 minutes or less, these actionable items are the perfect parenting snack. Today’s topic is: sharing your child’s diagnosis with your child.