"I'm Such a Mess": Why One Mistake Ruins Your Whole Day as a Mom | Lisa Danahy | Chill Like a Mother

Описание: Think about the last shitty thing you said to yourself as a mom. Now imagine saying it to your best friend. You never would, right?

In this episode, I talk with Lisa Danahy - MS in Yoga Therapy, BA in Psychology, and author of Creating Calm in Your Classroom—about why one broken mug can trigger all-day self-criticism for mothers, and what actually helps break the cycle.

🎯 KEY TOPICS:
0:00 - Introduction: The shitty things we say to ourselves
03:03 Recognizing Self-Criticism and Its Impact
05:52 The Importance of Curiosity in Self-Reflection
08:48 Understanding Expectations and Emotional Regulation
12:11 Communicating Needs with Children
15:10 Creative Problem Solving in Parenting
18:13 Regulating Emotions Through Breath and Movement
21:04 The Role of Play in Emotional Release
23:50 Finding Freedom in Authentic Expression
27:11 Conclusion: Embracing Imperfection and Connection


💡 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
✔️ Why your nervous system searches for proof you're failing
✔️ The one question that stops the self-criticism spiral
✔️ How to share your stress with kids in age-appropriate ways
✔️ The regulation tool therapists use (no apps required)
✔️ How to catch yourself before the all-day loser spiral

👤 ABOUT LISA DANAHY:
Lisa Danahy holds an MS in Yoga Therapy and BA in Psychology. She's a yoga therapist and author of Creating Calm in Your Classroom, helping parents and teachers develop nervous system regulation tools.
📚 Book: Creating Calm in Your Classroom (Amazon)
🌐 Website: createcalm.org
📱 Instagram: @YogaTherapyWithLisaDanahy

🎙️ ABOUT CHILL LIKE A MOTHER:
Hosted by Kayla Huszar, Registered Social Worker and Expressive Arts Therapist. Real conversations about maternal mental health, creativity, and finding yourself outside of motherhood.

🔗 RESOURCES MENTIONED:
Episode with Rachel Rose:    • How to Stay Chill When Life as a Mom is Ch...  
Lisa's Book: https://amzn.to/49Kjy4j (affiliate link)

📩 CONNECT WITH KAYLA:
Instagram:   / chilllikeamotherpodcast  
Website: kaylahuszar.com

💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION:
What's the last shitty thing you said to yourself? Drop it in the comments—shame hides in the dark, and we're bringing it into the light together.

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