Authentic Parenting

I'm super excited to let you know that we will be doing another LIVE podcast event this year, and you are invited!  This year's event is on Saturday, April 27, in Princeton, NJ, with special guest Seth Gillihan ! Seth Gillihan is a clinical psychologist, author of several books and host of the Think Act Be podcast.  The topic of the LIVE event is: Finding Healing, Peace and Joy.  We are offering o...

WARNING: There is a mention of suicide, PTSD, death, drowning in this episode. The most profound concept around grief and loss is that we do do it even though it feels impossible and it is actually impossible.  As a grief and loss specialist Meghan Riordan Jarvis, didn't expect how unprepared she was after her mother's death. Grief-stricken, she found herself unable to go on with life and ended up...

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LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail.  info@authenticparenting.com Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services.  Visit authenticparenting.com  Follow Anna on Instagram.

In this final episode of 2023 Jen and I do a yearly reflection. We share highlights and lowlights from our lives, best books and podcasts we discovered, places we visited. By looking at our past challenges and goals, we make astonishing discoveries. Wwe share the top 10 episodes from this year, play your voicemails and set intentions for the new year.  Powerful Questions to Reflect on Your Year PD...

SUPPORT THE SHOW, SHOW YOUR LOVE Become a patron on Patreon.com and join 21 exisiting memebers who contribute $121 towards our monthly goal of $500.  Make a one-time donation in any amount to say "Thank you!" Rate or write a review FULL SHOW NOTES www.authenticparenting.com/podcast HOW TO WORK WITH ANNA I would be thrilled to support you in your parenting journey! All listeners get 10% off on my s...

Why your values matter and how can you uncover them. Through thoughtful questions and exercises we help you discover your own core values. Grab a pen and notebook.  Discovering what your core values are can increase your confidence and strengthen your decision-making skills because you've identified whether a decision aligns with your values or not. Knowing your values can guide your actions and g...

I am pleased to welcome to the show a returning guest Oren Jay Sofer . He teaches meditation and communication internationally. He holds a degree in comparative religion from Columbia University and is a Certified Trainer of Nonviolent Communication and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner for the healing of trauma. His new book Your Heart Was Made for This includes 26 qualities, and in today's con...

A real and organic conversation between 3 moms all about motivating our kids. Anna is joined by two wonderful listeners Jen and Imi both are members of the Authentic Parenting community. Why your kid might be unmotivated Is there such a thing as a lazy kid? Is the lack of challenges in our kids' life a problem?  How to teach your children what's important to you The role of stories and role models...

In this episode my friend, colleague and occasional co-host Laura Froyen and I answer your parenting questions but we have another person with us, Jen, who brings her incredible skillset of incorporating AI into the mix. Hear how ChatGPT answers the same questions after we go first.   DISCLAIMER: AI can be a helpful parenting ally, offering insights, information, and suggestions across various par...

It's hard to make friends as an adult and yet the value of friendships in our life is vital. Relationship expert Esther Perel says that the quality of our relationships determines the quality of our lives. Unlike other relationships, we choose our friends.    One of the 5 regrets of the dying according to Bronnie Ware IS about friends: "I wish I had stayed in touch with my friends."   Friends enri...

Exploring the idea of radical aceptance with a licensed psychologist, author, and host of the Think Act Be podcast Seth Gillihan.  Life will bring many challenges, death of a loved one, a breakup, a health diagnosis, a sudden change in your plans, a missed opportunity.  When we let go of resistance, we lessen our suffering. When we accept things as they are, with mindful awareness and open hearted...

We all have needs. Our children have needs and so do we. How can we parent in such a way that everyone's needs are seen, understood and met? Is it possible? A deep dive into the nuanced, complex world of human needs with Jen Lumanlan , host of the Your Parenting Mojo podcast. A MUST listen!  SUPPORT THE SHOW, SHOW YOUR LOVE Authentic Parenting is an ad-free show and support for the podcast comes f...

How can we help our teenagers to get more sleep, wake up on time for school and thrive?  Journalist Lisa Lewis who has 2 teens herself, helped spark the first law in the nation requiring healthy school start times for adolescents. She has written a research-based, reader-friendly book called The Sleep-Deprived Teen: Why Our Teenagers Are so Tired, And How Parents and Schools Can Help Them Thrive ....

SUPPORT THE SHOW, SHOW YOUR LOVE Become a patron on Patreon.com  Make a one-time donation in any amount to say "Thank you!" Rate or write a review FULL SHOW NOTES www.authenticparenting.com/podcast HOW TO WORK WITH ANNA I would be thrilled to support you in your parenting journey! All listeners get 10% off on my services. Private Coaching Online courses and classes GET IN TOUCH Comments, questions...

Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or chronic pain? Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can help you change the way you think and behave, so you can start feeling better. In this episode Dr. Melissa Hunt talks about the benefits of CBT. Dr. Hunt discusses the different components of CBT, including identifying negative thoughts, challenging these thoughts, and developing new coping skills....

Choosing to parent differently than your parents is not easy. Today's episode is a supportive, gentle, uplifting conversation to remind you to continue staying on the path of conscious parenting. Hunter Clarke-Fields, host of the Mindful Mama podcast, author and friend returns to the show again to talk about how you can ditch the unrealistic expectations of perfect parenting, bring intentionality...

In this solo episode Anna shares how she uses her smartphone and engages with social media to inpsire you to reevaluate your usage, create intentionality and some major changes for increased well-being.  reduce stress and anxiety become more present gain more time and freedom  Improve your ability to focus and maintain attention on important tasks cultivate mindful habits MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE...

WARNING: Mentioning of Child Sexual Abuse in the begining An important conversation with children's author Marcie Aboff , author of the Uncle Tony's Tickles and Holly-ann Martin OAM is the founder and Managing Director of Safe4Kids, with over 35 years of experience in teaching child abuse prevention education. From the importance of teaching children the correct anatomical parts to talking with ch...

A powerful conversation with Jennifer Mann, a certified mind-body practitioner with extensive experience in the health and wellness industry. Jennifer shares her personal journey of overcoming chronic illness and introduces the concept of the polyvagal ladder, explaining how our nervous system responds to stress and trauma. The importance of body-based work  Developing safety within our bodies Val...