How do you manage the challenges and emotional journey of raising a child with ADHD? In this solo episode, Jennifer Witten shares her raw and heartfelt account of navigating her son Matthew’s diagnoses, societal judgments, and her own emotional journey. Gain insight into the transformative impact of therapy, the profound importance of self-compassion, and discover how adopting gentle parenting techniques reshaped their bond. This episode offers invaluable guidance for parents grappling with similar difficulties. Explore the strategies that helped Jennifer build resilience and foster a nurturing environment for Matthew, paving the way for mutual growth and healing. Listen now and immerse yourself in Jennifer's journey, finding strength, understanding, and inspiration to navigate your own path through the complexities of parenting.

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Jennifer Witten is a Conscious Parenting Coach and Certified Somatic Breathwork Practitioner. Learn more about 1-on-1 coaching with Jen here.

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Our favorite quotable moments:

“I was starting to look at him as a whole. Together versus broken; needing to be fixed.” - Jennifer Witten

“I'm not going to let what other people think of me stop me from trying to be the next best version of me.” - Jennifer Witten

“Our children come with this beautiful, extraordinary uniqueness. They are perfect and whole and we can learn so much from them.” - Jennifer Witten

“The way I'm thinking about myself and how everybody else is going to think of me; that's what we need to start looking at.” - Jennifer Witten

Resources:

Website - Jennifer Witten

Instagram - Jennifer Witten

Dr Shefali’s Website

About Your Host:

Jennifer Witten is a committed conscious parenting coach and somatic breathwork practitioner, who guides individuals through the journey of parenthood. A certified coach through Dr. Shefali's Conscious Parenting Coaching Institute, Jennifer uses breathwork mindfulness alongside the Conscious Parenting Method to equip parents with tools to manage their own emotions, build stronger connections with their kids, and create a more peaceful home environment – a space where both parents and children can thrive.

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