What I've learnt about our true nature from practicing Aware Parenting

In the Living Aware Parenting Podcast, I share about Aware Parenting by Aletha Solter, PhD, to support parents to understand the philosophy, practices, and embodiment of this groundbreaking and life-changing approach. In this episode, I share personal stories and insights from my 20+ years of experience as a level two instructor and regional coordinator for Australia, New Zealand, and Indonesia. I highlight what I've learnt from practicing Aware Parenting over 23 years, about the innate wisdom of babies, children, and teens in expressing their painful feelings with loving support. I talk about how it demonstrates the clear the difference it makes in presence and relaxation of babies and children, as well as in many other observable behaviours. I also share my direct experiences of how this approach creates deep connection, supports innate non-violence, and brings about profound healing. 00:00 Introduction to Aware Parenting 01:19 My Personal Journey and Experiences 01:45 Understanding Human Nature Through Practicing Aware Parenting 05:10 The Power of Emotional Expression 14:27 Trusting Innate Wisdom 21:59 Cultural Conditioning and Inner Work 24:31 Core Aspects of Aware Parenting 30:51 Conclusion and Resources Thank you so much for listening to this episode. I'm so willing for you to have found it helpful. If you'd like further resources, here's a summary of the details. Here's the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LivingAwareParentingPodcast As of November 2025, Aletha Solter, PhD. has seven published books, which you can find on her website, https://www.awareparenting.com/books.htm As of November 2025, I have four solo published books for parents, and two for children, with more coming soon. You can find out more on my website, https://marionrose.net/books/ You can find my Aware Parenting free PDFs and online courses here: https://marionrose.net/aware-parenting-courses/ You can sign up for my newsletters here: https://marion-rose.myflodesk.com/marion-rose-main-list I offer 1:1 mentoring. Details are here: https://marionrose.net/mentoring/ Here are my Instagram pages: Podcast: http://instagram.com/thelivingawareparentingpodcast Aware Parenting: https://www.instagram.com/awareparenting/ Aware Parenting and The Marion Method: https://www.instagram.com/marion_rose/ My Facebook personal page: https://www.facebook.com/marion.badenoch Here are all the Aware Parenting instructors in my region: https://marionrose.net/aware-parenting-instructors-in-australia-and-new-zealand/ Here's how to become an Aware Parenting instructor in my region: https://marionrose.net/aware-parenting-certification/ I do have another podcast, The Marion Rose Podcast, where I talk about all my other interests and offerings. It includes The Marion Method work, which consists of reparenting, as well as what I call recultuiring: reclaiming our yeses and noes, getting free from Disconnected Domination Culture conditioning such as guilt and coercion, and lots more. You can find The Marion Rose Podcast on all the usual podcast platforms, and on YouTube, here: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMarionRosePodcast See you in the next episode! Love, Marion xoxo