November 01, 2024

Interview with Carrie Lingenfelter: Mindful Parenting: Supporting Our Sensitive & Neurodiverse Children

24 minutes

Summary

In this conversation, Dr. Stephanie Dueger speaks with Carrie Lingenfelter about the challenges and joys of conscious parenting,

particularly for parents of highly sensitive and neurodiverse children. They explore the importance of mindfulness, self-care, and the mind-body connection in parenting. Carrie shares her experiences and insights on how to navigate parenting with empathy and understanding, while also emphasizing the significance of teaching mindfulness to children. The discussion highlights the need for parents to embrace their own emotional journeys and the value of celebrating different sensitivities and neurodiversity in their children.

Keywords

mindfulness, parenting, conscious parenting, sensitive children, self-care, neurodiversity, spirituality, emotional intelligence, child development, empathy

Takeaways

Mindfulness can involve focusing on positive qualities and changing mindsets.

Parenting requires self-care and recharging for emotional well-being and longevity.

Developing a mind-body connection is important for both parents and children.

Teaching children mindfulness can help them navigate their emotions.

Embracing disappointment may lead to finding joy in unexpected situations.

Neurodiversity and high sensitivities have their own gifts that can be celebrated as unique strengths.

Creative parenting can lead to innovative solutions for challenges that arise.

Children benefit from seeing their parents or caregivers model emotional growth.

The future of parenting involves nurturing creativity and individuality.

Guest Contact

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Host Contact

Dr. Stephanie Dueger

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By Dr. Stephanie Dueger