Do you ever find yourself getting overwhelmed or dysregulated when your child gets overwhelmed or dysregulated? Ah-hem, yes. We ALL do. And even though we may have the tools in our toolbox, it’s challenging to use them in that exact right moment.

In this episode of the Heartful Parent Podcast, I’m talking mindfulness with with Dr. Christopher Willard, a clinical psychologist and author. We have a very heartful conversation about mindfulness and emotional regulation. We’re digging into the power of being responsive rather than reactive — a skill every parent can benefit from.

Dr. Willard shares his own journey into mindfulness, offering simple, practical tips to make mindfulness an enjoyable and accessible part of daily life for both parents and kids. You'll also get a sneak peek into Dr. Willard’s upcoming book, Feelings Are Like Farts, which uses (fart) humor to help kids better understand their emotions.

This lighthearted yet meaningful conversation is full of relatable insights and actionable advice, perfect for any parent looking to navigate the ups and downs of family life with a little more calm and connection. Tune in for a dose of mindfulness inspiration and share with another parent who may have a kiddo who laughs at farts.

Resources:

drchristopherwillard.com

Follow Dr. Chris Willard @drchriswillard on Facebook | Instagram

Books:

Growing Up Mindful by Christopher Willard

Alphabreaths by Christopher Willard, PsyD

Feelings Are Like Farts by Christopher Willard, PsyD

10% Happier: How I Tamed the Voice in My Head, Reduced Stress Without Losing My Edge and Found Self-Help That Actually Works by Dan Harris

Real Happiness by Sharon Salzberg

Full Catastrophe Living: Using the Wisdom of Your Body and Mind to Face Stress, Pain, and Illness by Jon Kabat-Zinn

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