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Nov 2023
38m 33s

Pushing Past Perfection: The Parenting T...

Audacy and Big Little Feelings
About this episode

If you’re struggling with burnout, this episode will literally change your life. Child Therapist Deena Margolin and Parent Coach Kristin share their number one parenting tool: the 80/20 rule. This parenting strategy is so easy you can start it TODAY, and will instantly take the pressure off, leading to a happier, healthier you. 

On this empowering episode, you'll learn how to:

  • Transform your happiness levels, TODAY using the 80/20 rule
  • Take 20% of your mental and physical load off your plate right away 
  • Stop hitting your breaking point by proactively using the 80/20 rule *before* you burn out
  • Set your kids up for a lifetime of success by watching you be a healthy, happy caregiver
  • Change the way you and your family approaches/views motherhood
  • Release the guilt and lower the pressure that comes with parenting


  • The transcript of this episode can be found here!

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