Ep 34. Parenting That Heals: How to Support Your Child’s Nervous System and Your Own
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Episode Description:
Your child needs your regulated nervous system. Whether you're raising little ones, guiding teens, or showing up as a leader in any area of life, this episode is all about learning how to embody your own healing so you can support others with calm, confidence, and care. With her signature mix of compassion and clarity, Sarah breaks down how our past often informs our parenting style, and how we can begin doing it differently.
You'll walk away with a fresh perspective on what children actually need to thrive. Plus, you’ll also get simple, practical tools for nervous system regulation and addressing your younger parts. It’s never too late to begin cultivating deeper levels of safety, attunement, and connection in your home.
Episode Highlights:
01:10 Be Gentle with Yourself
05:16 4 Things Your Child Needs to Thrive
05:35 #1 - Safety
09:06 #2 - Regulation
11:10 #3 - Attunement
13:37 #4 - Be Seen As A Unique Individual
15:53 Only Need to Securely Attach 30% of the Time
19:59 Adversity Builds Resiliency
22:30 It’s Never Too Late
25:03 Parenting Through A Parts Work Lens
29:04 Nourishing Yourself
32:12 “How Do I Parent When I’m Dysregulated?”
43:53 “How Can I Get My Family On Board with This Work?”
57:00 “How Do I Manage Anticipatory Anxiety?"
