Pretty Conscious

In this episode, we discuss the themes of connection, vulnerability, and the role of play in personal growth and parenting. We explore our personal experiences with play, how it intersects with authenticity, and the importance of curiosity in fostering a playful mindset. We discuss the definitions of play, its significance in child development, and how play can serve as a tool for connection and emotional safety. We reflect on the evolution of play in adulthood and the ways in which it can be integrated into everyday life, emphasizing the need for authenticity and self-trust in the process.

Chapters

00:00Exploring Connection and Vulnerability

05:40Understanding Play: Definitions and Experiences

11:53Curiosity and Creativity in Play

17:44The Impact of Relationships on Playfulness

23:48The Evolution of Play in Personal Growth

46:05Rediscovering Play and Curiosity

55:09The Connection Between Play and Belonging

01:06:27Play as a Tool vs. Sacred Practice

01:17:28Accessing Playfulness in Daily Life

This episode is for those moments when we’re in personal crisis… and have to keep parenting anyway!

In this episode, we’re responding with our thoughts on some conscious parenting hot takes. We’ll rapid fire dig into the nuance and real life applications. If you want to skip trinkets, start at 24 minutes. Let’s dive in!

Referenced in this Ep:

Development of morality: https://www.simplypsychology.org/kohlberg.html

Lindsay’s article on repair: https://substack.com/@homeglowcommunity/note/p-169630735?utm_source=notes-share-action&r=5d7e95

Find us:

Questions? Feedback? Anything specific you want to hear a chat on? Reach out!

prettyconsciouspod.substack.com

instagram.com/prettyconsciouspod

[email protected]

Find Lindsay :

instagram.com/homeglowcoaching

home-glow-community.mn.co

Find Becky:

instagram.com/parentinginprocess

parentinginprocess.com

In this episode, we talk super casually about nervous system science - Polyvagal Theory in particular. This is not an introductory discussion, so please use the resources listed below if you’re feeling like you need some more foundation before listening. If you want to skip Trinkets, start at around 17 minutes.

Referenced in the episode:

https://www.polyvagalinstitute.org/whatispolyvagaltheory

Polyvagal Theory Infograph: https://corkpsychotherapyandtraumacentre.ie/trauma/polyvagal-theory/

Fawn Response in Polyvagal Theory:

https://drarielleschwartz.com/children-emotional-regulation-polyvagal-theory-dr-arielle-schwartz/

Questions for the Road:

To be added.

How to Find Us:

Questions? Feedback? Anything specific you want to hear a chat on? Reach out!

prettyconsciouspod.substack.com

instagram.com/prettyconsciouspod

[email protected]

Find Lindsay :

instagram.com/homeglowcoaching

home-glow-community.mn.co

Find Becky:

instagram.com/parentinginprocess

parentinginprocess.com

In this episode, we’re discussing what it means to protect work (our own work and our kids’ work) and why it’s an integral part of our parenting practices. If you want to skip trinkets, start at around 14 minutes.

Referenced in Ep:

Where to Find Us:

Questions? Feedback? Anything specific you want to hear a chat on? Reach out!

prettyconsciouspod.substack.com

instagram.com/prettyconsciouspod

[email protected]

Find Lindsay :

instagram.com/homeglowcoaching

home-glow-community.mn.co

Find Becky:

instagram.com/parentinginprocess

parentinginprocess.com

In this episode, the Trinket became the topic as we recounted a novel and fresh rupture and repair moment between us. We talk about how we navigated it ourselves and, of course, tied it back to the rupture and repair process in parenting as well.

Referenced in ep:

Non-Violent Communication one-pager:

Faux feelings resource:

https://wisecommunication.nz/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Faux-and-feelings-and-needs.pdf

Where to find us:

Questions? Feedback? Anything specific you want to hear a chat on? Reach out!

prettyconsciouspod.substack.com

instagram.com/prettyconsciouspod

[email protected]

Find Lindsay :

instagram.com/homeglowcoaching

homeglowcommunity.substack.com

Find Becky:

instagram.com/parentinginprocess

parentinginprocess.com

In this episode, Lindsay is sharing about the spectrum of consent - a game changer for increasing awareness, intentionality and empowerment. At the end of the episode, she shares some potentially tender somatic practices, so please use your discernment. If you want to skip trinkets, start at 15 minutes.

Referenced in this Episode:

Kai Cheng Thom on spectrum of consent

How to Find Us:

Questions? Feedback? Anything specific you want to hear a chat on? Reach out!

prettyconsciouspod.substack.com

instagram.com/prettyconsciouspod

[email protected]

Find Lindsay :

instagram.com/homeglowcoaching

home-glow-community.mn.co

Find Becky:

instagram.com/parentinginprocess

parentinginprocess.com

In this episode, we’re talking about finding clarity in those moments where we’re needing to bring limits in closer, while being mindful to not move into overbearing “power over” parenting. For context, this conversation is between two people who strive for mutually empowering and non-coercive parenting as much as possible. Because of the potential for harm in powering over, we don’t take it lightly when we need to move into benevolent leadership as parents.

If you want to skip Trinkets, start at 9:54.

Referenced in this Episode:

Circle of Security in 25 Words or Less

Attachment Quadrants

Journey Poster Example

Questions for the Road:

1: What adult relationships in your life have benefited (would benefit) from more clear boundaries?

2: What markers are there from your kids for when they need you to take charge? What are their signs of chronic dysregulation? Can you see a connection between their chronic dysregulation and a need for increased sturdiness?

Find Us:

Questions? Feedback? Anything specific you want to hear a chat on? Reach out!

prettyconsciouspod.substack.com

instagram.com/prettyconsciouspod

[email protected]

Find Lindsay :

instagram.com/homeglowcoaching

home-glow-community.mn.co

Find Becky:

instagram.com/parentinginprocess

parentinginprocess.com