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The Yes Brain - Dr. Dan Siegel [109] Feb 27, 2018

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Hunter talks to Dr. Dan Siegel about The Yes Brain.

Some big takeaways from this episode include: 1. Learning the importance of a “yes” brain - receptive, present, and open versus the reactivity and rigidity of the “no” brain. 2. We can build resilience in our children by teaching kids what it feels like to be in the “yes” brain mode and widen their window of tolerance for uncomfortable feelings. 3. We can use our minds to actually change the brain’s function and structure.

Dan Siegel is known as a mindfulness expert and for his work developing the field of Interpersonal Neurobiology. Dr. Siegel is Founding Co-Director of the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. He has written five parenting books, including the three New York Times bestsellers Brainstorm; The Whole-Brain Child and No-Drama Discipline, and Parenting from the Inside Out with Mary Hartzell. Dr. Siegel's unique ability to make complicated scientific concepts exciting and accessible has led him to be invited to everyone from Pope John Paul II to His Holiness the Dalai Lama. His latest book is The Yes Brain: How to Cultivate Courage, Curiosity, and Resilience in Your Child with Tina Payne Bryson, Ph.D. Learn more at DrDanSiegel.com.

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ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindful mama mentor. She coaches overstressed moms on how to cultivate mindfulness in their daily lives. Hunter has over 20 years of experience in yoga & mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide, and is the creator of the Mindful Parenting course.

Download the audio training, Mindfulness For Moms (The Superpower You Need) for free! It's at mindfulmomguide.com. Find more podcasts, blog posts, free resources, and how to work with Hunter at MindfulMamaMentor.com.

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Good vs. Bad Parenting Habits - Hunter & Carla [108] Feb 26, 2018

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What are the good parenting habits that we should be cultivating? And what are the bad habits that you should drop like a stinky toddler shoe? Perhaps, we need to reframe this whole conversation in a more mindful way!

Hunter and Carla discuss habits like self-care, self-compassion, forgiveness, fun, outside time, and more. What are the bad (or, “unskillful”) parenting habits? Berating yourself when you miss the mark, perfectionism, not taking care of yourself, too much screen and/or social media time and more.

What's your worst parenting habit? Start the conversation in the comments.

Find out more about Carla Naumburg - her books, Parenting In the Present Moment and Ready, Set, Breathe, more of her writing, and how to work with her at CarlaNaumburg.com.

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Enough - Special Episode [107] Feb 23, 2018

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Hunter responds to the Parkland Florida high school shooting and offers ways to create change in your own life and family.

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ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindfulness mama mentor. She coaches overstressed moms on how to cultivate mindfulness in their daily lives. Hunter has over 20 years of experience in yoga & mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide. Hunter is the creator of the Mindful Parenting course.

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How To Be A Zen Parent - Todd & Cathy Adams [106] Feb 20, 2018

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Hunter talks to Todd & Cathy Adams about How To Be A Zen Parent.

Some big takeaways from this episode include: 1. The goal of zen parenting is not to pass your baggage down to your own children. Self-awareness/mindfulness helps you see what’s coming up in you in those challenging moments. 2. They value discussion over discipline. The goal in the long run is not to teach them to fear us. The goal is to raise adults. The most important thing is to have a connection and a relationship. 3. When our kids are young we need an acceptance of how hard it is, AND what are the things you can let go of? How can you simplify? The only way you can take care of people is to put yourself first. 4. “It is not your child’s job to make you happy.”

Todd and Cathy Adams are the hosts of the Zen Parenting Radio podcast. This is what they have to say about themselves, “We are married with three daughters. We teach self-awareness. We connect through pop culture. We believe in humor & mindfulness. We know people can be a force for good. We are Zen Parenting Radio. Learn more about them at ZenParentingRadio.com.

Resources mentioned:

The Gift of Failure - Jessica Lahey Mindset - Carol Dweck Brainstorm - Dr. Dan Siegel

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Available Parenting in the Long Term - Dr. John Duffy [105] Feb 13, 2018

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Maybe you've heard it before, especially if you have a daughter...

"Wait until she's a teenager!"

Good news! According to today's podcast guest, Dr. John Duffy, it's JUST. NOT. TRUE. (Yay! Bust out the pom-poms!)

Hunter talks to Dr. John Duffy about Available Parenting in the Long Term.

Dr. John Duffy is a highly sought-after clinical psychologist, best-selling author, certified life coach, parenting and relationship expert, and proud husband and father. He has been working with individuals, couples, teens, and families for nearly twenty years. Dr. Duffy’s refreshing and unique approach has provided the critical intervention and support needed to help thousands of individuals and families find their footing.

Some big takeaways from this episode include: 1. When we think about teenagers, there’s a myth that it’s going to be awful. It’s just not true. Parenting mindfully, John never had the negative moment that parents think are inevitable. 2. What’s wrong with punishment and why natural consequences puts you in a more-powerful “ally” position. 3. John’s personal story of why expectations of perfection don’t work, and how we must put our fear, judgement, and ego aside and really connect

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6 Essentials For Positive Change - Kari Gormley [104] Feb 09, 2018

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What does it take to come back from challenging time and go beyond just "okay," to flourishing?

Kari Gormley is coach based in the principles of Positive Psychology and host of The Running Lifestyle podcast. She’s also mom on a mission to maintain the running lifestyle while balancing everything else in life, including family, career and wellness.

Some big takeaways from this episode include: 1. To move beyond functioning to flourishing, we need to invest in our well-being and and peace of mind. Then, we can do everything better. 2. We need six key foundations for healthy care of ourselves: Nutrition, Exercise, Sleep, Meditation, Outside/Nature, Strong Social Connections 3. Kari’s experience with Mindful Parenting and the positive impact it’s made on her life.

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Do It For You [103] Feb 06, 2018

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And us moms, we don't even realize that we subconsciously undervalue ourselves or only value ourselves in relation to others.

This week's podcast episode is about all the reasons you should go on retreat...the growth, learning, relaxation, sisterhood and more. But I challenge you to take time for yourself simply because you deserve it.

You deserve it because you're here, living, and breathing.

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Going Beyond Mom - Randi Zinn [102] Jan 30, 2018

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Hunter talks to Randi Zinn about Going Beyond Mom.

Some big takeaways from this episode include: 1. Investing in support. Expecting and harnessing support is imperative. Know you deserve support. Own that support. 2. The body is our foundation. A sense of well-being in physicality translates into a well mental state of mind. 3. Every single day nurture some part of who you are beyond your role as mom.

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ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindfulness mama mentor. She coaches overstressed moms on how to cultivate mindfulness in their daily lives. Hunter is a certified Parent Effectiveness Training teacher and has over 20 years of experience in yoga & mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide. Hunter is the creator of the Mindful Parenting course.

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How to REALLY make change - Carla Naumburg [101] Jan 23, 2018

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Hunter talks to Carla Naumburg about How to REALLY make change.

Some big takeaways from this episode include:

Willpower doesn’t work effectively and can be stressful
Power of self-compassion - helps us to begin again. Making compassion a practice (intentionally doing something with the goal of getting better at it).
There’s a big power in lovingkindness meditation practice - what you practice grows

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Find out more about Carla Naumburg - her books, Parenting In the Present Moment and Ready, Set, Breathe, more of her writing, and how to work with her at CarlaNaumburg.com.

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Shauna Shapiro - Mindful Discipline & Kindness [100] Jan 16, 2018

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How can we create family relationships that weather any storm? Dr. Shauna Shapiro explains how our old paradigms of parenting get it wrong, and research-proven ways to become a mindful mama.

Some important takeaways from this conversation:

“What you practice grows stronger.” If we practice judgement, we become more judgmental. If we practice kindness, we strengthen hat. We know that with neuroplasticity, our repeated experiences shape the brain.
Shame actually prevents us from making the changes that we want to make. Instead, kindness releases dopamine and turns ON the learning centers of the brain, activating us for change.
As a parent, you can be in your sovereignty and power, hold boundaries, and keep a soft heart.

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Shauna Shapiro, PhD, is a professor, author, and internationally recognized expert in mindfulness and compassion. Dr. Shapiro has published over 100 journal articles and book chapters, and co-authored the critically acclaimed texts, The Art and Science of Mindfulness, and Mindful Discipline. Her 2017 TEDx talk is rated one of the top 10 TED-talks on Mindfulness.

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