In episode 21 of The Real Talk, Raquel Ramirez interviews Mihaela Plugarasu, the founder of Parenting Made Conscious. They discuss the topic of co-parenting and conscious parenting, specifically in the context of divorce and broken families. Mihaela shares her insights and offers support and training for parents navigating co-parenting relationships. The conversation sheds light on the importance of open discussion around this often-taboo topic and highlights the potential for successful co-parenting in challenging circumstances. 

Tune in to learn more about the challenges and tensions that arise in co-parenting relationships, emphasizing the need for conscious parenting and personal growth.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:12] Co-Parenting Success in Broken Families.

[00:06:23] Personal Responsibility and Healing.

[00:15:32] Impact of Divorce on Children.

[00:31:52] Parental Alienation and its Effects.

[00:40:51] Emotional and Mental Health.

[00:47:21] Empathy for Older People.

[00:53:00] Parenting and Happiness.

[01:00:11] Loveless Marriages and Consequences.

[01:03:26] Teaching Children Life Skills.

[01:08:06] Limits and Child Development.

[01:16:51] Transforming Relationships Through Personal Growth.

In this episode, Raquel Ramirez and guest, Mihaela Plugarasu, emphasize the importance of educating ourselves on how to support and show compassion for our children's mental health. They highlight that children may express their mental health struggles in various ways, such as self-harming, acting out towards others or objects, or showing a lack of interest in schoolwork. It is crucial for parents to be aware of these signs and educate themselves on how to respond effectively.

Furthermore, the episode discusses the importance of play in a child's life. Mihaela mentions that parents often get caught up in the drama of daily life and may neglect to prioritize play. However, play is an essential tool for connection, containment, and healing. She also explains that true play involves taking on a less powerful role, following the child's lead, and allowing oneself to be silly and make mistakes. By creating a carefree and contained space for play, parents can support their child's emotional well-being.

QUOTES

• “Although there are coaches and counselors on the topic of conscious co-parenting, it's not a widely spread concept or practice.” - Mihaela Plugarasu
• "I think we should work very hard to maintain a relationship. They're not easy. Even in the best of circumstances, sometimes you may want to light your spouse on fire." - Raquel Ramirez 
• "Actually, there are a lot of children who thrive post-divorce because now the tension in the home is removed from the environment." - Mihaela Plugarasu
• "So self-regulation means I am here with you. I can see you're going through a tough time. I acknowledge your pain. And I am not afraid to stay with you in the pain because I'm not running away from it." - Mihaela Plugarasu
• "A brain cannot optimally develop without the confinement of structure, because structure equals predictability. Predictability equals safety." - Mihaela Plugarasu
• “I mean, they're going to be walking their own path, they're gonna be making their own decisions, and they're going to be facing the consequences of those decisions. And if you don't prepare them for that, they will never really learn what it is to be resilient, how it is they can face adversity and recover or make new decisions or change their course, whatever it may be to overcome those challenges.” - Raquel Ramirez 

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Raquel Ramirez

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raquel-ramirez/

Mihaela Plugarasu

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mihaela-plugarasu-m-s-92b3a438/

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