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EPISODE · Dec 13, 2022 · 32 MIN

The Greatest Risk You Are Facing

from Parenting Through The Hard · host Parenting Through the Hard

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey.The Greatest Risk You Are FacingIn today’s episode, we talk about the greatest risk you are facing this season (it’s not what you may think). We also discuss replacing reaction with rest, identifying the emotions that may indicate you could be in reaction mode, and the four steps you should take when you find yourself there.Notes from the show:Parents on this journey get stuck in a cycle of reacting.The greatest risk you are up against right now is that what’s going on with your child will break you.You are your child's most important asset, and if you are so focused on fixing them that you end up broken, things will start falling apart.Separate yourself emotionally, mentally, and physically, if needed, from the source of tension. Use a prepared phrase like: “I love you, and I need space for a little bit. You are important to me, and I don’t want to screw this up.” Disengage with love.Be a detective! The story I’m telling myself is… Look for other possible interpretations. If those were true, would it change your response?Recognize when you are in reaction mode. Say or do as little as possible until peace is restored. Wait until calm before you reengage.Resources: Books quotedCodependent No More by Melodie BeattieUnfettered by Mandy SmithMusic discussed (Of course, these are just my choices. Play what works best for you) Lauren DaigleCountry MusicPathways website: https://pathwaystohopenetwork.org/ (Remember to Subscribe!)Local and national resources: https://pathwaystohopenetwork.org/resources/ Blog: https://pathwaystohopenetwork.org/blog-2/ FAQ: https://pathwaystohopenetwork.org/f-a-q/ ____________________________________________________________________________Unyielding is brought to you by Pathways to Hope Network. A non-profit organization that provides cost-free support and community to parents with youth facing criminal allegations. Learn more about Pathways on our website: https://pathwaystohopenetwork.org/  Discover the community and connect by following us on Facebook and Instagram. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pathwaystohopenetwork Private Facebook Community:https://www.facebook.com/groups/hopeformothersInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pathways_to_hope_network/For support, email: [email protected]

In today’s episode, we talk about the most significant risk you are facing this season (it’s not what you may think).

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Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey.The Greatest Risk You Are Fa...

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