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Oct 2023
37m 24s

Journey to compassionate parenting: A co...

Jen Rafferty
About this episode

Ever feel overwhelmed and unsure if you’re doing this whole parenting thing right


You’re not alone, and in this episode, I dive into the real and raw moments of parenting with Parent Coach, Synthia Praglin.


We unpacked the layers of parent coaching, a journey where I learned it's not about changing our children but transforming the parent’s perspective and response to their child's behavior.


We dig deep into our own triggers, rooted in unmet needs and unprocessed experiences. Synthia’s wisdom unveils a haunting yet comforting truth: our children mirror our unhealed wounds.


We explored the power of seeing our kids beyond their behaviors. Every tantrum and smile reflects unmet needs and unexpressed emotions. In Synthia’s words, we’ll discover a world where compassion and understanding are the cornerstones of parenting.


Are you ready to step into this space of learning and growing together?


Stay empowered,
Jen


Let’s keep the conversation going! Find me at:
Jen Rafferty | Instagram, YouTube, Facebook | Linktree
Instagram: @jenrafferty_
Facebook: Empowered Educator Faculty Room


About Synthia:
For as long as I can remember, I have always had a passion for working with children and families. Having grown up in a family system where “children were seen but not heard” I knew there had to be a better and healthier way to raise children. Having my own child reinforced this notion and from early on, I made a promise to raise my son in a way that was respectful, and from a place of curiosity, compassion and conscious awareness. Parent coaching gives you the opportunity to talk about your specific parenting challenges, all while navigating the developmental transitions in your child’s life. Through a lens of curiosity, rather than blame or judgment, we will look at the “why” of behavior and strive to understand what the behavior is telling us. With this clarity and understanding, we are better equipped to help our child through these difficult moments thereby strengthening the parent - child relationship. My philosophy is based in a Mindful/Conscious Parenting model that takes a relationship based view of parenting and emphasizes the importance of nurturing the connection between parent and child. My goal is to help you bring lightness, laughter, and love back into your home. To help joyfulness and tranquility find a place at the table. To teach you to forgive yourself when you are human and move forward. To feel in control and optimistic about the future, and your family.


Connect with Synthia:

IG: @imperfectparentingla
FB: Imperfect Parenting
Email: contact@imperfectparenting.com

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