Episode 156: When Joy is Contagious with Anastasia Aruz

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, DJ and guest Anastasia Aruz talk about the importance of finding joy and playfulness in everyday moments with children, while also identifying and nurturing their interests and passions. Listen in as they discuss the need to manage media consumption to protect mental health, and create a healthy family system by acknowledging and addressing parenting mistakes. And stay tuned as they explain that by prioritizing joy, playfulness, and mental well-being, parents can foster a positive and loving relationship with their children.TIMESTAMPS4:32 - Anastasia shares tips for shifting one's outlook and attitude, such as unfollowing negative sources on social media.8:48 - DJ & Anastasia discuss parenting and teaching children to cope with stressful events through positive thinking and emotional intelligence. 11:05 - DJ emphasizes the need to process emotions away from children, as they lack the capacity to fully understand complex issues and may internalize adults' emotions, leading to anxiety or fear.20:03 - Anastasia shares tips on how to make household chores fun for kids, such as turning them into games or involving them in the process.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-bundle🎙️ 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