Michelle Puster

Compassionate Heart Parenting

Kids EN ↓ 116 episodes

Compassionate Heart Parenting | Peaceful Parenting for Real Life You love your kids deeply — and you still lose it sometimes. You're in the right place. This podcast is for parents who are drawn to gentle parenting, peaceful parenting, conscious parenting, and Hand in Hand Parenting — but who also know how hard it can be to stay calm in the real, messy, overwhelming moments of family life. Hi, I'm Michelle — mom of 3, recovering yeller, and Emotionally Focused Family Therapist. I've been through parent burnout, depression, and anxiety, and I climbed my way out using the very tools I share here...

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Author

Michelle Puster

Category

Kids

Latest episode

Oct 8, 2026

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Episodes

Parenting Stress: How to Name Our Stress and Tools to Tame It 04.11.2024

In this episode, we delve into how to name our stress and what tools are helpful to tame it.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: the...

Finding Balance in Parenting Overwhelm: Work vs. Home 28.10.2024

In this episode, we delve into parents' real challenges in balancing professional responsibilities with family commitments.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use th...

Overcoming Parenting Stress 22.10.2024

In today's episode, we dive into how we can overcome stress from parenting. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: the RAGE Break ,...

Navigating Our Thoughts: Balancing Reality and Magical Thinking 14.10.2024

 Join us on "Navigating Our Thoughts" as we delve into the delicate interplay between reality and magical thinking.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the s...

Finding Calm and Patience During Parent Burnout 07.10.2024

This episode discusses how to find calmness and patience when burned out.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: the RAGE Break , a fre...

How to Be Mindful of Your Thoughts When Exhausted 30.09.2024

In this enlightening episode, we dive into the challenges of maintaining mindfulness during exhausting moments.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A fre...

What to Do When We CANNOT Find Compassion for Our Kids 23.09.2024

 In todays episode, we explore the challenges of parenting when compassion feels out of reach.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: t...

How to Cope When Negative Thoughts Hijack Your Mood 16.09.2024

 In this episode, we dive deep into coping when negative thoughts take over and derail your mood.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you...

Finding Balance with Spending 09.09.2024

This episode we are discussing the balance with spending.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: the RAGE Break , a free guided audio p...

Self-Compassion for Our Hurt Parts 02.09.2024

In this episode, we discuss showing self-compassion for our hurt parts.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: the RAGE Break , a free...

Am I a Highly Sensitive Person? 26.08.2024

In this episode we are discussing if you are highly sensitive. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: the RAGE Break , a free guided aud...

Am I Experiencing a Deeper Hurt? 19.08.2024

In this episode we are discussing a deeper hurt.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: the RAGE Break , a free guided audio pause for...

Obsessive Mind 29.07.2024

In this episode, we are discussing the obsessive mind.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: the RAGE Break , a free guided audio paus...

When Stress Hijacks Us: Navigating with Mindful Meditation 22.07.2024

In this episode, we discuss Mindful Meditation and how it can help us when stress comes along.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: t...

Second Arrow 15.07.2024

In this episode, we discuss our judgment about a feeling,  known as the Second Arrow.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: the RAGE B...

Managing Stress Amidst the Riptide of Emotions 08.07.2024

In this episode, we discuss managing stress amidst the Riptide of Emotions. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: the RAGE Break , a fr...

Perfectionism is Sly, Crafty, & Cunning 01.07.2024

In this episode, we will be discussing Perfectionism.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: the RAGE Break , a free guided audio pause...

Social Support for Depression 24.06.2024

In this episode, we are talking about social support for depression.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: the RAGE Break , a free gui...

STRUGGLING TO BE PRESENT 17.06.2024

Struggling to be present is what is discussed in this episode.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: the RAGE Break , a free guided au...

OVERCOMING PARENTING TRIGGERS WHEN FEELING STUCK 10.06.2024

This episode is about overcoming parenting triggers when feeling stuck.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: the RAGE Break , a free...

I’M IN THE NEGATIVE THOUGHT SPIRAL 03.06.2024

This episode is about being in a negative thought spiral.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: the RAGE Break , a free guided audio p...

Navigating Sibling Fighting WITHOUT Losing Your Cool 27.05.2024

This episode is about playful parenting and navigating sibling fights.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: the RAGE Break , a free g...

FLIPPING THE SCRIPT ON YOUR CHILD’S BEHAVIOR 20.05.2024

This episode is about flipping the script on your child's behavior.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: the RAGE Break , a free...

PARENTING CHALLENGES 13.05.2024

This episode is about parenting challenges, loving our kids BUT struggling to like them. Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win you can use the same day. A free gift for you: the RAGE...

EMBRACING GUILT 06.05.2024

This episode is about embracing guilt. Guilt and remorse are helpful emotions that support us in changing behaviors that no longer serve us.  Join me each week for a tail from the trenches of parenting burnout and how I (and you) can use mindfulness, mediation and self-compassion to find your inner calm and a little more sanity in your parenting. You’ll get a story from my heart and a quick win yo...

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