Blanka Falk and Frances Fomai delve into the nuances of family dynamics and parenting within cultural contexts. In Fran's book, Can You Hear Me?, is a raw and powerful reflection of her personal journey through the struggles of parenting, cultural identity, and communication breakdowns. Born from your own healing after years of miscommunication with your children, it shares the transformative tools and spiritual practices you used to rebuild connection—from pausing techniques and vulnerability to emotional ownership. Her journey weaves together ancestral wisdom, holistic healing, and modern self-awareness, inviting others to come back to their own voice. It’s more than a book—it’s a call to remember, realign, and rise.The episode concludes with an offer of support for listeners navigating their parenting journeys.

About Fran: https://linktr.ee/francesfomai

(0:00) Introduction and guest welcome

(1:06) Family dynamics, self-regulation, and cultural background

(3:04) Suppressing children's voices and the shift toward nonviolent communication

(7:28) Setting boundaries and dealing with struggles in parenting

(10:05) Self-compassion, emotional healing, and children's reactions

(12:09) Challenging and changing cultural norms in parenting

(16:23) Relationship dynamics with own parents and setting boundaries

(23:17) Empowering advice for mothers and building a supportive network

(27:30) Redefining parenting within cultural contexts

(29:46) Conclusion and offering support to listeners