Raising Independent Thinkers

As parents we may want to protect our kids from all types of emotional pain. However, when we do that, we do not allow our kids to make mistakes with our support, which may hinder them as adults. This episode provides you with tips and phrases to help kids be independent thinkers and responsible for their actions. Join in for this real-talk conversation on mindful living, mental health and personal growth, along with a short celebration meditation.ABOUT the SHOW:The Free to Be Mindful podcast provides bite-sized tips for parents, educators and anyone working with kids. Host Vanessa De Jesus Guzman is an Educator, Licensed Professional Counselor, Entrepreneur and Mom with almost 20 years of experience working with children, families and educators. SHOW LINKS: Muse: The Muse headband measures brain waves and provides biofeedback to let you know exactly when you’re in a meditative state. Use this link to earn a 15% discount off of any Muse product. Mindfulness with People of Color:  “Where we see you, because we are you.” Join in every Tuesday evening from September-November 2021 for weekly guided meditations. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulpoc/Website: https://sites.google.com/view/mindfulpoc/home STAY CONNECTEDShow Hashtag: #freetobemindfulpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/counselorvdejesus/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/counselorvdejesus/Twitter: https://twitter.com/cnslor_dejesusWebsite: https://www.freetobemindful.com/Blog: https://www.freetobemindful.com/counselorblogHave a topic you would like to hear on the podcast, questions for the podcast, or would you like to discuss podcast sponsorship? Email at [email protected] up for the Free to Be Mindful Weekly Newsletter to receive FREE mindfulness tips on how to live a mindful life filled with ease and peace.DISCLAIMER:Videos on this channel are for educational purposes only and should not be considered as or substituted for therapy or professional counseling help from a licensed clinician.Send us Fan MailSupport the showGRAB AN OFFER🎁 Free Resource: 120 Coping Skills: https://www.freetobemindful.com/podcast-120copingskills💛 Coaching for the Mom CEO: https://www.amigamoms.com💡 Coaching for Child Therapists: https://www.thekidclinician.com/💚 Coaching & Community for Latinx Therapists: https://www.latinxpracticecollective.com/ABOUT MEI'm Vanessa, the therapist who helps high-achieving adults become the best version of themselves, not just at work, but in the rooms that matter most. I host the Free to Be Mindful Podcast, named the #1 Latino Mental Health Podcast in 2026 by Feedspot. I believe the people who give everything to everyone else deserve to stop surviving and start living intentionally.CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL🎧 Podcast: https://www.freetobemindful.com/podcast📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/counselorvdejesus/📋 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/counselorvdejesus/🎤 Speaking & Workshops: https://www.freetobemindful.com/speakingDISCLAIMERFree to Be Mindful Podcast episodes are for educational purposes only and should not be considered as or substituted for therapy or professional help from a licensed...