Imperfect Parenting

Who do you want to be when you grow up?  We often ask kids "what do you want to be when you grow up?  Yet, Who are you, NOW, Parents?  Who do you want to be?  What are your intentions and how is that working out?  How can you show your kids the best of you?  So, they do the same? It's the 1st podcast of the month, and so we focus on midlife parenting, yet.. today's episode is for yo...

Emotions? Family? If we are are managing our emotions, then why is it effecting our kids? Emotions are felt in the body.  No matter what we attempt to control. Are you losing pregnancies? Emotions have a greater effect on keeping pregnancies than most reasons we are given by the doctors. So, what about that? What can you do to work with what is happening in the world, that is rippling out within o...

What would you do tomorrow, if you knew the world were ending? Would you do thr same job?  Create art? Make things with your kids? Do things work out the first time around? What did making Halloween decor teach this week? I challenge you, this week to consider this and take action. if you aren’t happy with your choices.. make different ones.. before your body does it for you.. Take control of your...

With the mad world, kids home and daily challenges, how often do you find “Impatience” Creeping in? Or, maybe you “React” more than respond? What really bothers you most? Ready for a challenge? _____________________________________ Imperfect Parenting Connect with us: https://instagram.com/ip_parenting Website : https://imperfectparenting.net Tired of being told your are too old get pregnant natur...

When I think about my passions and You.. all I want for you is full health, vitality and your OWN passion for every day. In this episode, we come back together .. to self, what is most needed and a glance at the past to understand it all better. What do you want to do with the last months of this year?! Breathe. _____________________________________ Imperfect Parenting Connect with us: https://ins...

Maha Ghazale joins us from Beirut.  Mom of 2 and working with Trauma and Kids through play healing.  An incredible woman reaching around the planet to help children (and parents) manage tough moments and daily life. Maha is working with moms to better understand their children, moments of trauma and the importance of play. As well reminds all of us to lesson stress, keep open minds and approach ou...

An in the moment chat with Mats and I about you, what is happening now and what we are looking at going forward. The reality of your moment and how health, purpose and your current path need to be aligned or you’ll keep suffering. What do you REALLY want to be doing right now and in future.  The gift of Covid has been perspective and forced new beginnings and McGuyvering our lives! _______________...

Sometimes, you just need to BELIEVE.  Believing is creating.  And, if you want to re-wire your reality to be better, more what you for, what you dream of.. it all starts there! In truth, that whole idea.. is a but easier said than done.  Yet, like anything.. with a little training of oneself, you can get there..  Sometimes, like learning any new skill we need a little more support to get there.. a...

Imperfect Parenting Podcast and Ariel Andersson are happy to at last share this conversation with Yandry Taveras! Through fire evac and elder neighbor Crisis delays.. at last this episode is released just on the right moment.. You never know what will happen tomorrow. One day you are leading a 5 star life and the next.. well, you just never know.. Then, swoop.. you could be doing better than ever...

Life every 1st Wednesday, I’m talking to you, in your prime of life! Podering family (or more family), unsure of whether or not to go forward. Reflecting on the last weeks of evacuations, fires and smoke all around us here in Northern California.. I release, we just don’t know what’s going to happen tomorrow! So, if you’ve been working on it or considering it.. and it feels like your destiny.. go...

This week Mats shows up. Ariel has been very busy outside the house and Mats tries to juggle being with Ella while working from home.  That is the new reality for so many parents living their lives on Zoom while trying to make a living.  What impact does this new reality really have on our kids. Parents that sit on the couch working not having time to engage with their kids and Mats is living it f...

How do you ground your family during times of crisis? This week was going to be something different, a guest on the podcast but instead the lightning that struck Northern California in last days triggered several wildfires and Ariel spent the evening packing and loading the car getting ready to evacuate after a day where  the sun was covered by smoke from the fires and made an apocalyptic feeling...

When benchmark moments happen.. as a parent, a mom, a dad.. you MUST celebrate, create ritual and reflect. Taking time to integrate all of your lives, all versions of you, will expand your soul, relax your mind and open new doors. In next days, I turn 50! And, move into another phase, another 1/2 century, new season and era. What will be created for you?! What is your next era? What and how do you...

When Midlife comes along, you can’t help but wonder if “THIS” is where you want to be, is enough, is what you imagined, or if its the whole picture. Ultimately, if you don’t follow your dreams, your destiny.. who will?? Do you dream of finally diving fully into creating family (Or maybe more family), yet doubts pop up? I reflect on my talk with Maha and moms in Beirut and their intense lives in th...

This episode I’m a but fired up. But, it’s really just about one thing.. feeling seen, heard, cared for And not feeling like you as mim are always the default.. when dad is tired or busy or things need organizing etc. Take the challenge to mske things 1% better and meet me on Friday’s gathering 12Pacific!:(. ______________________________________ Now, I think of you and I sitting outside, having a...

This is the episode I wish I’s been brave enough to create before it went too far. When you merge multiple families together, intentions and reality don’t always agree. You can call them a bonus family all you want, but that doesn’t mean your step family situation will be any better. When you lose faith and hope because you don’t accept the imperfection of both sides, you all lose. When you lose y...

After incredible moments with Mrs. Heather Torres, the last weeks, I wanted to touch on our topics and the moment with myself, for you, about you.  This moment is unique.  What are you doing with it?  What action are you willing to take in this moment? Are you ready to take on the challenge Heather put out for you, last week? What are YOUR core 3 prioirities? How are you integrating all parts of y...

In Part 2 of my talk with Momtrepreneur, Think Media COO, Home Schooling guru and beautifully Imperfect Mom, Heather Torres.. wake you up to all your goodness! THIS IS THE INSPIRATION, the words, the step up.. you’ve been waiting for.. This us the episode where you hear yourself saying, “YES!” Outloud. We’ll talk about:  Disconnect vs Mom guilt. Learning. Scheduling and time blocking and parent re...

Ready for part 1 with Heather Torres? What do you first think of when I say, "home school"!  Yep, me too.  Heather too, before she fully did her dive into lifestyle change!  But, what if this is the best option going forward?  What if you want your life to look and feel different than it has in the past. How have you felt the past months where you had to somehow keep up with your kid&apo...

Do you feel the weirdy vibe in the air? When you do things differently, doing something new, there is often a tension as you move forward. In longer meditations, this shelter in place and when you challenge yourself to do things differently, how do you feel the tension the resistance. Maybe you are trying to create something. Maybe things aren’t that different if you are at home with littles.  Tha...

Today, Ariel, that’s me.. reflects back on last 2 years of creating, the path And stories, process and therapy of doing the podcast. At the end, there is an opportunity for you.. where you may just hear your own words, next week on the air!!  SO EXCITING! As well, going forward, a new format I can’t wait to share with you as future guest come on! Yeah!! Good things await. Now, I think of you and I...

This week, in the 2nd part of my incredible conversation with Tara Stiles, we go deeper and explore Strala Yoga roots, the challenges of being a mom, entrepreneur, and woman of success. Tara graciously speaks of her truth as a boss and creator and takes us on a journey of vulnerability and honesty with great courage. It is clear, that Tara is intentional in her work, parenting, and direction.  And...

Author of National Geographic Kids, Yoga Animals:  A Wild Introduction to Kid-Friendly Poses", Movement leader, model, dancer, yoga teacher, mom and shining spirit, Tara Stiles has opened my heart to body awareness and conscious family life in New York and around the world. In this 1st part of 2 with Tara, we hear the true words of  Tara, a successful business woman, author, mom and more. I l...

Around the world madness is rippling out, yet you are a mom and this moment is an incredible opportunity to grow a child of light to make things better for the world. Amidst that and guiding the way, you must CREATE as you are meant to, regardless of doubts and age. Create family without worry. Follow that Path, clearly and with confidence. And/or.. move deeper into what brings you fulfillment and...

This episode goes deep into the real story behind The Nuff book that was a moment Will and his girls transformed losing wife and mother into an incredible offering to the world. Will reminds us to find the silver linings and love on those you cherish most.  Embrace the challenges and count your blessings every day. I am honored to have had Will open so beautifully, reminding you (and us).to follow...