Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting 2782: Parents Need Sabbaticals, Too AND My Children Are Teaching Me How to Be Present by Emma Scheib of Simple Slow Lovely
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Oct 31, 2025 Parenting can be incredibly demanding, and the importance of intentional breaks is highlighted. The discussion emphasizes that parents, like professionals, need regular rest to recharge. Emma Scheib shares her insights on how small and larger sabbaticals can enhance well-being. The podcast also explores how children teach us the art of being present, reminding us to embrace everyday moments. Ultimately, it's a celebration of slowing down and reconnecting with ourselves while nurturing family bonds.
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Parenting Lacks Built-In Rest
- Parenting is treated as a continuous unpaid role unlike most jobs that include regular leave.
- This mismatch causes exhaustion and makes scheduled breaks essential for parental wellbeing.
Three Days To Be 'Just Me'
- Emma Scheib spent a long weekend with a friend and felt restored after three days of simple pleasures.
- She valued being "just me" instead of "mummy," which renewed her energy for parenting.
Schedule Regular Parental Sabbaticals
- Take regular breaks: weekly child-free time, an annual multi-day getaway, and occasional multi-week sabbaticals.
- Use these breaks to unplug, reconnect with nature, move your body, and expect inspiration.