In this episode we delve into the topic of conscious parenting. As the term grows in popularity, we talk with Luz Maria Villagras Surco, a conscious parenting coach, hypnotherapist, imago therapist and compassionate enquiry practitioner who has been trained by Dr Shefali and is founder of Positive Living UAE. 

Things we discussed/learned in this episode: 

• What is conscious parenting? 
• 3:40 - Why tantrums trigger us
• 7.50 - New parenting book recommendation
• 9:38 - How Conscious Parenting helps us reduce parenting pressure
• 15:25 - Cycle breakers - this generation vs the previous
• 20:30 - How to live in the present moment with our children
• 28:00 - tools to help us become more conscious
• 29:30 - #1 Tip for being conscious with our little ones
• 32:55 - How to cope when being conscious is boring or we’re pulled in multiple directions
• 37:57 - How to respond when we’re triggered
• 41:41 - Dealing with the judgement of others during meltdowns
• 47:45 - Tending to our inner child
• 52:35 - Supporting siblings during meltdowns
• 59:42 - Luz Maria’s most important tip for conscious parenting

Book Recommendation: The Parenting Map: Step-by-Step Solutions to Consciously Create the Ultimate Parent-Child Relationship by Dr Shefali Tsabary

Luz Maria: 

Website: https://www.luzmariavillagras.com/

Instagram: @positivelivinguae

Facebook: @positivelivinguae