30: How to talk to your kids when big, heavy shit is happening (and how to take action that matters)

Okay friends, real talk. The world feels heavy right now. Like really heavy. And if you're a mom trying to figure out what the hell to say to your kids about what's happening with ICE, immigration, the current US administration, and honestly just... everything... while also trying to run your business and keep your own nervous system from completely short-circuiting—I see you. I’m right there with you, and this episode is for you.We're talking about how to have these conversations with your kids in age-appropriate ways (because what you say to a 4-year-old is VERY different from what you say to a 13-year-old), how to show up and take actual action even when your capacity feels maxed out, and how to keep running your business when everything feels like it's falling apart.Because here's the thing: burying our heads in the sand isn't the vibe. But neither is doom-scrolling until 2am while your nervous system completely dysregulates. There's a middle ground, and we're gonna find it together.In this episode, we cover:The ONE thing your kids need from you more than information (hint: it has to do with your nervous system)How to talk to kids ages 3-18 about heavy world events without traumatizing them OR lying to themWhy teaching critical thinking skills to your kids right now might be the most important thing you doThe low, medium, and high-risk ways you can take action—even if you only have $5 and 10 minutesHow to keep your business running when you don't have the privilege to just pause everythingWhat to do when you're rebuilding your life AND trying to show up for the world (because yes, you can do both)Resources mentioned: Find out who your House and Senate representatives are: https://nn4youth.org/legislator-lookup/ National Immigration Law Center: https://www.nilc.org/action/ Call your Senators: https://sharonmcmahon.com/act If this episode hit home for you, send me a DM on Instagram. I'm here for the conversation, and I've got a free clarity call available each week if you need someone outside your head to help you figure out your next move.______Want support implementing this? DM me on Instagram (@bothandmotherhood) or visit https://bothandmotherhood.com to learn about working together 1:1 and book a free call.