Am I too invested in my kids emotions? (aka - the one where mom feels bad... again!)

Welcome to Parenting Breakdown! In this episode, Matt and Rachel discuss their different responses to hearing about hard moments that their kids are having in the world. 

Topics explored:  - A listener question about how all-encompassing her own emotions can feel after her daughter tells her about her hard day.  · Rachel discusses how our own triggers can impact our response to our kids and how she works to slow down her reactions.  · Matt talks about how it's hard to sit with uncomfortable feelings, but how it's the key to parenting. Plus patriarchy drops in for a quick cameo. It seems he's becoming a series regular! 

Parenting Highlight of the Week:  · Rachel talks about leaning into being present in the morning even when she was feeling really anxious. 

Parenting Pivot of the Week  - Matt curses in front of the big dude and gets called out - again 

References:  - Dana Balicki: https://danabalicki.com/cryinginmyjacuzzi/ 

- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/parenting-translator/202201/why-do-parents-get-upset-when-they-see-their-children-upset 

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