Episode 155: A Time to Be Joyful with Emily Guarnotta

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, DJ and special guest Emily Guarnotta discuss strategies for parents to find joy in their daily lives and raise joyful children. Tune in to hear them emphasize the importance of prioritizing self-care, modeling positivity, and being present and supportive. Listen in as they discuss the importance of recognizing patterns of survival mode, finding joy in the present moment and as they share strategies for increasing awareness, such as pausing and taking a breath. Stay tuned as they also share ways to foster joy and positivity in children, including recognizing and supporting their unique interests and using sensory experiences and nature to help them feel more joyful.Dr. Emily Guarnotta is a licensed clinical psychologist and certified perinatal mental health specialist. She is the co-founder of Phoenix Health, an online therapy practice that specializes in treating maternal mental health conditions like postpartum depression and anxiety. As a mother herself, Dr. Emily understands the challenges that motherhood can bring and is passionate about supporting parents through every step of their journey.TIMESTAMPS3:53 - Emily discusses practicing pausing and reframing negative thoughts to find joy and gratitude in everyday moments.10:14 - DJ and Emily discuss cultivating joy and positivity through gratitude, service, and intentional language. 16:18 - Emily advises parents to be open to what brings their children joy, as it may differ from their own experiences.26:17 - DJ shares a personal anecdote about a happy mother she knew as a child, who made her feel valued and engaged.For more information on the Imperfect Heroes podcast, visit: https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/Connect with Us!DJ Stutz -Website: https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/littleheartsacademy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/littleheartsacademy/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpphCRklDJiFXdS76U0LSQRumble: https://rumble.com/v449rkoDJ Stutz Booking Link: https://bookme.name/ImperfectheroespodcastONE ON ONE COACHING Link: https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/courses/one-on-one-coaching-bundleEmily GuarnottaWebsite: https://joinphoenixhealth.unicornplatform.pageFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/JoinPhoenixHealthInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/dr_emily_guarnotta/YouTube: http://www.instagram.com/_phoenix_health/🎙️ Podcast Production by Dandelion Media Support the showSupport the show.If you like what you hear, we would appreciate your support.  Every little bit helps.https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support