Mother's Gurukul Podcast

Recently, we saw Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and HR head Kristin Cabot’s viral reel on the big screen. The media, news outlets, and social platforms have been buzzing with discussions about this incident, with many expressing that his actions were highly inappropriate for someone in his position.

We often think of mistakes as the end of something. But what if we looked at mistakes differently? Now let me be clear: I do not favor what Andy Byron did. It was certainly unacceptable.

But if we keep revisiting the same incident, don’t you think we risk becoming the kind of people who are more invested in dissecting someone else’s life than reflecting on our own.

This raises an important question: should mistakes be treated as full stops, or should life move on?

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"Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom."
— Viktor E. Frankl

That moment when your child says that thing, givesthat look, or tests that boundary for what feels like the hundredth time—and suddenly, you feel a storm brewing inside. Your patience is wearing thin, and your instincts scream for control, correction, or confrontation.

But then… you pause. You breathe. You choose peace.

In this episode, we will be talking about why do kids push our buttons, and what choosing peace looks like.

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When we ask our child do you want me to listen to you or give you advice; when we are not reaching out to our parental toolbox, we are not avoiding parenting. The goal is to parent with presence. Because in that quiet presence, we build something much stronger than solutions.
We build trust.

We build connection.

We build emotionally secure children who know they can always turn to us—toolbox or no toolbox. Don’t get me wrong—I know that toolbox. I’ve used it many times myself.
It’s filled with love. With good intentions. With experience and wisdom.

But here’s what I’ve come to realize over time… we don’tneed to carry it around on our shoulder like a backpack 24/7.

We can set it down sometimes. Let’s normalize not knowing what to say right away. Let’s normalize just listening.

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Modern Parenting isn't a cake walk. Whether it’s a toddler throwing a tantrum in the candy aisle or a teenager’s emotional outburst after a heated disagreement, there are moments when every parent feels the urge to react strongly.

The urge to escalate comes from a natural place — frustration, fear, or a desire for control. But escalation — yelling or reacting emotionally — rarely leads to a constructive outcome. In fact, it often makes things worse. Yelling doesn't help in parenting, at least not in the long term. While it might grab a child's attention in the moment, it often leads to – fear instead of understanding, emotional distance, poor behavior, or even escalation.

So, when such tough parenting moment arise, how to not lose our calm? In today’s episode, we will talk about how to handle hard moments with grace and strength.

Related topics:

Transformational Vocabulary

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Power of Pause

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In this special replay of one of our top three most-loved episodes, we will revisit a heartfelt conversation recorded during the COVID-19 pandemic—on a Mother's Day that looked very different for all of us. Despite the circumstances, the message resonated with many of you—it struck a chord.

We explored how to celebrate a virtual Mother's Day, finding meaningful ways to connect and show love even when physical presence wasn’t possible. While the pandemic may be behind us, the reality is we’re not always near our moms on this special day. That’s why this topic remains just as meaningful today.

Whether it’s distance, time, or life’s circumstances, this episode is a gentle reminder that celebrating moms goes beyond location. It’s about intention, love, and making every moment count—wherever we are.

Tune in to be inspired with thoughtful ideas and reflections that still hold their charm today.

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A few days ago, I came across a term – Hurried child syndrome. Have you heard about it? Psychologist Dr. David Elkind first discussed this term in his book The Hurried Child. 

As parents, we have a list of words or phrases we should and shouldn’t use. Good job, well done, bravo, you can do it, and give your best are a few from the list. Along with this, there is one more word that parents use all the time – “Hurry up.” Do you agree? What are your thoughts about these words? I feel “hurry up” is more of a command than just two words.

In this episode, we will talk about HSC, how do we know if the child is experiencing HSC, if saying hurry up to your child good or bad and what are the few to avoid saying it.

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As humans, we don’t like to pause. We want to keep moving. Where every moment is filled with action, deadlines, and constant stimuli, the idea of pausing may seem counterproductive. We feel that pause will slow down our speed. But the truth is pausing can be one of the most powerful tools in your life, helping us reconnect with our self, make better decisions, and live more intentionally.

Pausing is not about doing less; it’s about doing more of what truly matters with greater presence and intention. It is about deepening your connection to yourself and the world around you. Let’s talk about it in this episode.

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In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, having a growth mindset and resilience can help kids navigate challenges, develop a love for learning, and build emotional strength to handle setbacks. But what makes it so hard for them to incorporate this trait?

As my mother Teresa said, “ To keep the lamp burning, we have to keep putting oil in it.” Similarly, developing a growth mindset and resilience is an ongoing process that requires patience and consistency.

In this episode, we will discuss why kids find it hard to develop this trait and how parents can help them. We will also talk about the 7 C’s of resilience. This episode will be filled with some thought-provoking questions and tips. Let's dive in!

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If I ask you how you are feeling, Or Did you feel the same way throughout the day? I am sure the answer will be no. And that’s true. We do not feel the same emotion or feeling the entire day. Our days are filled with multiple incidents that contribute to how we feel from within.

How can we blame our circumstances if we are the driver of our emotions? For this let me as you- how often you pay attention to our emotions and acknowledge them?

Here is the good news, we can control our emotions to not let them go out of control. And that is what we call emotional literacy. It help us recognize, label, understand, and act upon our feelings or emotions. We will be discussing more about it in this episode.  

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Parenting has always been my niche, and I wanted to use this experience backed up with professional knowledge. I am not saying I alone can bring the change, but with some tools and strategies, I can help them navigate their journey and find abalance in their actions.

However, to answer parents' doubts or concerns, it was important to understand how kidsthink and make the parents aware of it. I am thrilled to share that I have completed both certifications and embarked on a new journey as a parent and kids life coach. I have already conducted a couple of one-on-one & group sessions, and the response was fulfilling.

In this episode, I will answer frequently asked questions about parents' and kids' life coaching.

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