Dr. Tina Payne Bryson: Showing Up in Life's Hardest Moments

01/23/25 • 51 min

In this special episode of The Coop with Kit, Kit sits down with Dr. Tina Payne Bryson, renowned author, parenting expert, and mental health professional, to explore the emotional terrain of grief, loss, and resilience. Tina shares her personal journey, professional insights, and tangible strategies to help us navigate life’s toughest moments, from natural disasters to personal transitions.

The conversation explores the neuroscience of grief, the power of self-compassion, and actionable tools for emotional regulation. Tina also introduces her book, The Way of Play, highlighting how connection, humor, and community can help us heal.

Whether you’re facing adversity or supporting others, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable takeaways for anyone... parents, caregivers and friends.

Key Moments:

The Power of Showing Up: How to create safety, connection, and resilience for yourself and your loved ones.
Practical tips for managing grief and loss
Why “history is not destiny” and how parents can repair relationships, even after missteps.
The unexpected science of “freaked-out chickens” and how not to become one.

Tune in and join the conversation—because showing up matters.

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Follow Dr. Tina Payne Bryson
Instagram: @tinapaynebryson
Learn more about Tina at her website.
Pre-order her latest book, The Way of Play.

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This episode was produced by Kit Hoover and Harper McDonald. Business Development by Casey Ladd. Editing by You & Me Media.
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Whether you’re facing adversity or supporting others, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable takeaways for anyone... parents, caregivers and friends.

Key Moments:

The Power of Showing Up: How to create safety, connection, and resilience for yourself and your loved ones.
Practical tips for managing grief and loss
Why “history is not destiny” and how parents can repair relationships, even after missteps.
The unexpected science of “freaked-out chickens” and how not to become one.

Tune in and join the conversation—because showing up matters.

--
Follow Dr. Tina Payne Bryson
Instagram: @tinapaynebryson
Learn more about Tina at her website.
Pre-order her latest book, The Way of Play.

Follow The Coop with Kit on Instagram @kithoover and @thecoopwithkithoover

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