Today we are reminded to celebrate the small wins. Every conscious step we take towards change takes effort and persistence. 

Growth happens in all areas of our life and it’s worth reflecting at times to realise we’ve had lots of wins along the way that are worth celebrating. 

Today Amanda shares her excitement as she manages to take time for self care as a mum of two. 

We talk about the importance of prioritising self care just as we do other activities such as work and medical appointments.

Mentioned in this episode: 

Dr. Becky Kennedy 

https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/good-inside-with-dr-becky/id1561689671?i=1000735168630

In today’s episode Amanda shares some of her conflicting thoughts of wanting to spend time with her family while on holiday while at the same time feeling the urge to have some time to herself to recharge. We are reminded that it’s okay and important to honour all feelings and find a way of meeting those needs our mind and body has. 

In today’s episode we share some of life’s ups and downs; with a focus on the importance of feeling all emotions including the negative ones and finding ways to process them. 

This episode is a reminder to accept and honour your current needs as act of self compassion. 

Referenced in this episode: 

Dr. Patricia Ramirez

https://www.instagram.com/patri_psicologa?igsh=aWg4cHo3MG95Nm4y

In today’s episode Amanda shares a cute ‘tantrum’ story. 

We talk about reasons the word tantrum has a negative connotation and is not conducive to responding to our kids in the way they truly need us to. 

Let’s all remember that what may seem insignificant to us as adults can be a big deal for our little ones; and we should expect them to have big feelings when things don’t quite turn out as they had planned. 

Referenced in this episode: 

Daniel J. Siegel 

Book- The Whole-Brain Child

Gabor Maté – Authenticity vs. Attachment

https://youtu.be/l3bynimi8HQ?si=NWufcHucaAMUJiPa

Today's episode focuses on language. We dive into the subtle but powerful difference between responding with "yes, and" versus "yes, but".

Discover how "yes, and" fosters collaboration, possibility and growth, while "yes, but" can create roadblocks and resistance.

Tune in to learn how a simple shift in language can transform the way you connect and communicate with those around you.

Referenced in this episode:

Vinh Giang

@askvinh

Are you a YES AND person or a YES BUT person?

https://youtube.com/shorts/tnQbAkTzjTk?si=AkP9W-wRMmxuVzgh

In today’s episode we talk about the six key areas of focus when it comes to reducing the impact of toxic stress on our mind and body. 

This episode is a reminder for all of us, that keeping all those key areas in check will act as a buffer to minimise the negative impacts of stressful life events. 

We refer to research discussed in the book : The Deepest Well. By Dr. Nadine Burke Harris. 

In today's episode Amanda shares some reflections about her current order of life priorities. Including the tricky art of valuing presence while also letting go of the need to be constantly productive.

She invites us to ask ourselves what 'living your best life' means to each and every one of us, in the hope that we'll make life decisions that align with our individual preferences.

In today’s episode Amanda shares some recent learnings on self care. Particularly how a lack of self care can arise from authoritarian parenting and childhood wounds. We also discuss the difference between shame and guilt and how it’s very much intertwined with our internal dialogue and ability to be self-compassionate.

If you have a critical voice that often paralyses you and impacts how you feel, this episode might be worth a listen.

Referenced in this episode:

Manuela Molina from @Mindheart.kids

instagram.com/mindheart.kids

facebook.com/mindheart

www.youtube.com/@MindHeart

In today's episode Amanda shares some reflections about her recent holiday to Bali, Indonesia. Particularly how she practiced letting go of all the planning and things on her 'to do' list.

She also shared how engaging in acts of gratitude and self- love can positively impact ourselves and those around us.

Reference in this episode:

Vinh Giang (Public speaking teacher)

https://stageacademy.mykajabi.com/

@askvinh