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Aug 2023
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Ep 211. Staying calm in early parenthood

CHLOE BROTHERIDGE
About this episode

Here I'm sharing my own experiences of worry, stress and uncertainty during early motherhood and how I moved through them. I'm also sharing 4 steps to staying calm as a new parent.

I discuss:

- The simple reframe that helps me to handle intrusive thoughts

- How to tap into a calm and reasonable state of mind

- How to let go of suffering and accept what is

- A reminder that you're not doing anything wrong


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