E30 - The Imperfect Parent: Embracing Mistakes and Finding Joy with Cathy from The Swallow's Trail
Description
In this insightful and heartfelt episode, Mireia sits down with Cathy, a therapist and seasoned mother, to explore the ups and downs of parenting, self-care, and personal growth. Cathy shares her experiences navigating motherhood while also learning how to be a therapist, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion, vulnerability, and flexibility in parenting. She reflects on her journey, from dealing with her child’s early needs to discovering the value of taking care of herself, all while maintaining a realistic perspective on the inevitable challenges of being a parent.
Listeners will walk away with valuable insights into mindful parenting, the importance of not striving for perfection, and the power of trusting yourself as a parent.
Key Topics Discussed:
Parenting Challenges: Cathy opens up about balancing motherhood and her child's emotional needs.
Parenting Without Perfection: Why making mistakes might be the best thing for your kids.
Self-Compassion: The surprising impact of meeting your own needs first.
Therapeutic Parenting: How being a therapist shaped, but didn’t perfect, her approach to parenting.
Listening to Your Child: Cathy’s advice on tuning in to what your child truly needs.
Managing Anxiety: How letting go of control can transform your parenting.
The Parenting Journey: Why you don’t need to have it all figured out.
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