The Calm Mom - Burnout, Anxiety, Nervous System, Mindset, Self-Care, Parenting, Work-Life Balance cover image

The Calm Mom - Burnout, Anxiety, Nervous System, Mindset, Self-Care, Parenting, Work-Life Balance

251 - Snapping at Your Kids? 3 Strategies to Help You Keep Your Cool

May 7, 2024
Learn how to keep your cool as a parent by regulating your nervous system and emotions. Discover practical strategies to widen your 'window of tolerance' and avoid snapping at your kids. Explore the impact of somatic cues on emotional responses and the importance of building a resilient nervous system for improved parenting.
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  • Recognizing personality patterns can help break free from limitations in motherhood.
  • Somatic cues can aid in regulating emotions and preventing outbursts like snapping at kids.

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Understanding Personality Patterns and Coping Mechanisms

Our personality traits may actually be coping mechanisms we've developed to deal with overwhelming experiences in our past. These coping mechanisms, forming what we perceive as our personality, greatly influence how we navigate challenges, especially in motherhood. By recognizing these patterns through a personality quiz, we can break free from their limitations and parent authentically.

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