myHappymind Conversations

In this episode, I explore the truth about resilience and the effect it can have on our self-esteem.

TW: Conversation about COVID. In this episode, I reflect on the uncertain times we faced over the last few years and the truth about COVID, and its ongoing impact.

Get ready to tackle a common challenge head-on in this episode. We explore the complexities of separation anxiety, shedding light on this experience with empathy, understanding, and practical solutions.

In this episode, I continue to explore the truth about children's mental health and the foundation of it all—self-esteem. I delve into how building strong self-esteem in children sets them up for a lifetime of confidence, resilience, and healthy relationships because nurturing their little minds is a big deal!

In this first episode, I delve into the often-overlooked aspect of mental health: prevention. Too often, conversations surrounding mental health focus solely on treatment and management, neglecting the crucial role that prevention plays in fostering well-being. Dive in to find out the truth about prevention in mental health.

In this weeks podcast, I dive in to the myth that tough times toughen kids up! If you say to a child who's struggling, you just need to man up a bit. You just need to get through it. They may well appear, just to get through it. But what they're actually doing is burying those feelings and burying those emotions. And what that does is that it teaches them, that their emotions, feelings and experiences aren't valid. Your saying to them, you might have all these emotions, but you need to bury them and that's saying to a child, those feelings and those emotions just aren't valid. And this can be really, really damaging for children. Again, it might look like on the surface they're fine, and they're getting through it. What's happening inside is really different...

🎉 Say hello to, Parenting Myths Busted my BRAND NEW podcast series coming soon! 🔍 I'll be exploring the most common 'Parenting Myths' that we've all heard before...including how NOT to build self esteem in your kids! You won't wanna miss it.

In this weeks episode of the myHappymind podcast, I look at 3 of the biggest things that my Families Students wish they would have known! Throughout our time as parents, we will undoubtedly hit bumps in the road and we may even end up asking ourselves "Where did I go wrong?". This has been the case with my Families Students and I'll tell you what I tell them — It's not your fault. What's important now is to look forward and ask yourself how you're going to help your children now. Sign-up to our FREE families event - Happiness Hacks Live now and learn out some of the science-backed secrets to help build your child's resilience, confidence, and self-esteem HERE!

In this episode, I talk to Jennie Guay. A friend and the author of Howie Blend: Playdate Adventures with Family and Friends. As part of a same-sex family, Jennie’s main goal was to create a story reflective of her own children’s day to day life. The story cleverly weaves in the challenges and dynamics that these blended families face, while still showing that these families are just as loving and healthy as any other. If you are a single parent, in a same-sex relationship, or part of any other form of blended family then this episode is perfect for you! Keep an eye on our Instagram page HERE for an upcoming giveaway of Jennie’s book! Jennie Guay’s book Howie Blend can be purchased at: Amazon Waterstones Barnes & Noble (US)

In this episode, we will be looking at some of the most common mistakes that parents make when children are facing challenges. Everyone goes through challenges, so It’s not about trying to prevent them from ever happening. It's about gaining as much as we can and learning from these challenges. So when our children face them it’s not just about survival, it’s about learning how to grow from the experience. As parents, we should be coaching kids rather than jumping to their rescue. This teaches them resilience and how to resolve things for themselves. This prepares and equips them for similar situations that may arise in the future.

In this episode, I’m discussing the transition that comes with kids finally going back to school after the Summer Holidays. Making sure the kids are okay as they get ready to go back to school is a must but… It’s just as important to make sure you’re okay as well. Finding the things you enjoy that are good for your own mental health and sanity is incredibly important. So you need to make time for them and start re-establishing your self-care routine. Want to listen on the go?

In this episode, I'm exploring why transitions can be hard and how we can make them easier. Whether it's moving schools, classes or starting secondary schools this one will help you work this through!

Lean into gratitude as we enter a new phase of the pandemic! Gratitude feels great, and is good for us, but sometimes we need a bit of a reminder to do it. Thanking three people who have helped you during these past few months will be rewarding for you and them. If you'd like to see the videos of these daily recordings you can sign up free here.