Co-Parenting in Chaos: How to Find Peace When the Pattern Follows You episode artwork

EPISODE · Mar 26, 2026 · 42 MIN

Co-Parenting in Chaos: How to Find Peace When the Pattern Follows You

from The Connection Podcast - Lauren Dry

What if the chaos in your co-parenting relationship has nothing to do with your ex, and everything to do with the patterns neither of you has broken yet?It's a question that sits heavy for so many parents in the messy middle. Whether you're still in the marriage or already on the other side of it, the dynamics have a way of following you until something shifts from the inside.In this episode, Lauren Dry sits down with Lieve De Lint, IFS therapist, somatic coach, and one of the expert coaches inside Rise into Regulation™, for a raw and grounding conversation about co-parenting in chaos, what keeps us stuck, and what it actually takes to find peace.You'll hear aboutWhy separation doesn't always end the conflict and what actually breaks the cycleThe role of shame in co-parenting and why it's the most corrosive force in any relationshipWhat the Grey Rock method really means and why nervous system regulation makes it possibleHow to stop trying to control the other parent and come back to what's yours to holdWhat to do when you're in the messy middle and hope feels completely out of reachChaos doesn't have to be the constant. This conversation is a gentle, honest place to begin finding your way back to clarity and ease.Resources & Links:Learn more about Rise into Regulation™, the skillset for connection, communication, and Nervous System safety in modern marriage.Follow Lauren on Instagram @lauren_dryFollow Lieve on Instagram @lieve.de.lintPrevious Episodes Mentioned: Episode 30 - Surviving the Holiday Season: Nervous System Support for Family Conflict Episode 39 - “Woo Woo”, Religion or Science: What is the Future of Regulation in Relationships?If something in this episode resonated, please share it with a friend, leave a review, or connect with me on Instagram. I love hearing what lands for you.Big love, Lauren x

NOW PLAYING

Co-Parenting in Chaos: How to Find Peace When the Pattern Follows You

0:00 42:45

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of The Connection Podcast - Lauren Dry?

This episode is 42 minutes long.

When was this The Connection Podcast - Lauren Dry episode published?

This episode was published on March 26, 2026.

What is this episode about?

What if the chaos in your co-parenting relationship has nothing to do with your ex, and everything to do with the patterns neither of you has broken yet?It's a question that sits heavy for so many parents in the messy middle. Whether you're still in...

Can I download this The Connection Podcast - Lauren Dry episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!