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Snickers For Breakfast: How To Let Go Of Perfectionism And Be Less Triggered

Apr 22, 2024

Former educator and mom Tryphena discusses the challenges of raising her neurodivergent son. They explore healing the inner voice, reparenting, and childhood wounds. Also, the journey of cultural identity and supporting biracial children. Focus on vulnerability in friendships and authenticity. Insightful episode on parenting and self-discovery.

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Quick takeaways

Embracing vulnerability in friendships fosters deep connections and understanding.

Meaningful conversations over small talk strengthen authentic friendships.

Intentional connections and shared experiences cultivate lasting relationships.

Deep dives

Building a Deep Friendship Based on Safety and Authenticity

Creating a profound bond with a friend like Tryfina evolved from a sense of safety and shared vulnerability. The initial meeting led to open conversations about deep topics such as trauma and personal stories, fostering a strong emotional connection and understanding uncommon in friendships. The chaotic, yet authentic parenting styles shared between Jess and Tryfina forged a unique bond, allowing them to confide and support each other amidst the challenges of raising children.

Introduction

3min

Embracing Vulnerability and Meaningful Connections

15min

Navigating Parenting Challenges and Cultural Upbringing

4min

The Influence of Upbringing on Parenting Perspectives

25min

Navigating Parenting Challenges around Food and Race

5min

Facilitating Potty Training with the Nurtured First Toolkit

2min

Navigating Cultural Identity and Decolonization

11min

Parenting Challenges and Self-Reflection on Reactions

3min

In this raw and insightful episode, we sit down with our close friend Tryphena for a deep dive into the realities of parenting, friendship, and personal growth. Tryphena is Jess’s dear friend, a former educator, a mom of 2, as well as an Indian woman married to a French Canadian man. She opens up about the challenges of raising her neurodivergent son.

Jess and Tryphena also explore the power of healing their inner voice. They discuss how your inner critic might be the voice of a caregiver or parent.

Through her experiences, Tryphena shares the importance of reparenting oneself and healing childhood wounds, especially when faced with triggering situations as a parent. She discusses her journey of cultural identity, from assimilation to embracing her heritage, and how she supports her biracial children in developing a healthy sense of self.

Throughout the conversation, the theme of vulnerability and authenticity in friendships emerges, and we reflect on what makes our friendship with Tryphena so special—the ability to have deep, real conversations without judgement.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the messy but rewarding journey of parenting, self-discovery, and personal growth. Tryphena's story is one of resilience, adaptation, and the power of embracing one's true self, offering inspiration and comfort to exhausted parents everywhere.

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Credits:

Editing by The Pod Cabin

Artwork by Wallflower Studio

Production by Nurtured First

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