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When Your Child Reminds You of Yourself - 413

When Your Child Reminds You of Yourself - 413

Author: Pam Howard July 7, 2026 Duration: 10:28
Less Drama More Mama
KidsKids & FamilyEducationFamilyParentingSelf Improvement

Have you ever looked at your child and thought, "Wow. You're so much like me"?

At first, that recognition can feel sweet. You understand them in a way other people might not.

But it can also create some blind spots.

You may think you know what they're feeling, what they need, or why something matters so much to them, when part of what you're seeing is your own history.

In this week's episode, I'm talking about three common traps of parenting a child who reminds you of yourself, and what helps you notice when the similarities are helping you understand them versus keeping you from seeing them clearly.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER:

  • Why the similarities between you and your child can create blind spots
  • The quality that helps you see your child more clearly when they remind you of yourself
  • The question that helps you separate your story from theirs

  • Episode 155 – Parental Projection
  • Episode 191 – Understanding Temperament
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Pam Howard brings a refreshingly practical voice to the often chaotic world of parenting with Less Drama More Mama. Drawing from her unique background as a Master Certified Life Coach, a licensed clinical social worker, and a former school counselor, she moves beyond theory to offer real, usable strategies for everyday family life. This isn't about achieving perfection; it's about replacing overwhelm with a sense of grounded confidence. Each episode feels like a conversation with a knowledgeable friend who truly gets it. Pam weaves together personal anecdotes from her own journey as a mom with anonymized case studies from her coaching practice, creating a relatable and insightful listen. You'll find specific life coaching tools and perspectives designed to transform those moments of feeling frazzled or disconnected into opportunities for calm and stronger bonds with your kids. The Less Drama More Mama podcast is a resource for any parent looking to cultivate more peace and less reactivity at home, covering topics that span child development, educational challenges, and personal growth. It’s a space where the focus shifts from simply managing behavior to understanding the underlying dynamics, empowering you to handle what comes your way with more grace and less guilt.
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