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In this episode, Cristi shares a step by step method of setting limits with our children that empowers them to make their own choices and take personal responsibility.
Full Show notes and abbreviated transcript can be found here: https://theplayfulnest.com/episode14/
More links from this episode:
Dr. Garry Landreth
Center of Play Therapy
Music: http://www.pleasantpicturesmusic.com/
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In this episode, Cristi shares the missing ingredient that parents often forget about when it comes to discipline.
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Online baking class: Kinship Table
Yin and Yang Symbolism
Brene Brown Empathy video
The Playful Nest
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In this episode, Cristi shares what it means to "hold space" for children of different ages and how to guide them from co-regulation to self-regulation in their big emotions.
Show Notes:
My FREE MINI Purposeful Play Course Promo Code: FREE
Power of Showing up Book By Dr. Dan Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson
My Website: https://theplayfulnest.com/
My Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theplayfulnest/
Music: http://www.pleasantpicturesmusic.com/
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In this episode, Cristi shares 3 ideas to find positivity, hope, and light when faced with negativity, despair, and darkness in our everyday life.
Show Notes:
You can find me over on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/theplayfulnest/
You can find the official show notes over at theplayfulnest.com
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Cristi shares 10 things you can do every day to keep your mind and soul healthy to find peace through difficult moments.
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COVID-19 has brought on a lot of variations of grief in our daily life. Cristi shares insights into naming the grief and how our children will show up in their grief!
Show Notes:
David Kessler's website
Brene Brown's FFT podcast
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The COVID-19 has us feeling more anxious than normal. Cristi gives ideas on how to choose "peace" over "panic" and provides a guided breathing session at the end of the episode.
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We are in some crazy times! Listen to 10-year-old, Nixon, share with us what he thinks about feeling nervous and what he can do to feel better.
Affirmation
-I can have faith instead of fear
-I can choose to think positive thoughts
-I can pray
-I can talk to people I trust
-I can take a breath if I feel nervous
-I can find joy in this moment
-I can find others to serve
- I can find peace in every moment
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Children use play as a way to communicate, learn, and process their world. Listen to find out more about what play therapy is and what we can do as parents to help facilitate more play in the home!
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This week's bonus is an affirmation for the family to help remind us of the power we have to choose alternatives when we are mad!
I choose kindness to myself and others
I choose to stop and take a breath when I feel mad
I can be patient when things don’t go my way
I can take responsibility for my part
I can accept an apology
I can walk away if I need to calm down
I believe in me
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There is power in the words we use about our children and ourselves! Find out to change your thinking to get to where you want to be!
Show notes:
Brooke Snow- Mastering the Art of Showing up
Youtube video on our brain and negative thoughts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ThUrVXz9j0
Music by: https://pleasantpictures.club/
Find my over on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theplayfulnest/
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Cristi shares why it is important to step back and allow our kids to engage in struggle sometimes.
Show Notes:
BUTTERFLY STORY: by Dr. Garry Landreth CPRT
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Cristi shares why it is vital to teach children how to become aware of their emotions so they can have a deeper connection with themselves and others. In this episode find out why it is important and how.
SHOW NOTES:
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DR. DAN SIEGEL: https://www.drdansiegel.com/
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How does early attachment play a role in the connection we have with our kids? Cristi shares the research on early attachment.
Show notes:
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Music: http://www.pleasantpicturesmusic.com/
Other mentions:
John Bowlby
Harry Harlow's experiment
Dr. Laura Markham
Dr. Dan Siegel
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In this episode, Cristi shares a story she recently had where she was reminded that our children's misbehavior is just a symptom of something deeper. She teaches us to step back and look at the entire picture instead of just focusing on the behavior.
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In this episode, Cristi shares a personal story of loss and how she found hope by watching the labor of a little robin build her nest. This experience influenced The Playful Nest and the idea of living and parenting by design rather than by default. She shares her metaphors of motherhood and takeaways to get started on living an intentional life. Listen to the bonus affirmation at the end of the episode!
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In this episode, Cristi Dame keeps it real as she introduces herself and her imperfections. She shares inspiring moments and wisdom that lead to her passion for connecting with children and starting this podcast. Bonus: a one-minute affirmation for mamas at the end of the episode!
You can find more of Cristi on Instagram @theplayfulnest or at theplayfulnest.com