~126~"From Exhausted to Calm: Secrets Every Parent of Teens Should Know" with Brett Alrich

#ParentingTeens #Ayurveda #Breathwork #MindfulParenting #SelfCare #StressRelief  Feeling stretched thin, stuck in “fight‑or‑flight,” and wondering how to model calm for your teen? In this episode Cheryl sits down with Brett Aldrich to demystify Ayurveda and breathwork—simple, science‑backed tools that help parents regulate, restore, and align their nervous system. Brett shares: How a daughter’s severe allergies sparked his journey into Ayurveda. The five elements (fire, earth, water, air, ether) and how knowing your personal “elemental makeup” guides daily choices. Quick, 2‑minute breathing practices that can be done while the kids are at school, during a car ride, or in the middle of a stressful conversation. Why slowing down isn’t lazy—it’s the foundation for healthy emotional modeling for teens. Real‑world tips for co‑regulation with your children (the “pause‑breathe‑respond” loop). Whether you’re a mom who feels her stress is the new normal or a dad who wants to break generational cycles of overwhelm, this conversation offers a practical, step‑by‑step roadmap to bring calm into the house without adding another to‑do list.