#348:  How to Stay Grounded on Your Parenting Journey with Sarah Ezrin

#348: How to Stay Grounded on Your Parenting Journey with Sarah Ezrin

Author: Erin Royer, MA Clinical Psychology, Child Development Specialist July 13, 2023 Duration: 40:11

Sarah shares with us some of the most simple and beautiful ways to stay grounded, connect with our kids and be kind to ourselves during the parenting journey.

In this episode, Sarah and Erin have a deep and meaningful conversation around the everyday struggles we face as parents.

Sarah Ezrin is a world-renowned yoga educator, content creator, and mama based in the San Francisco Bay Area. She is the author of The Yoga of Parenting. Sarah loves guiding people along their wellness and parenthood journeys. Her words, classes, and social media are supportive, healing spaces where people can feel seen and heard. You can follow Sarah on Instagram @sarahezrinyoga and find her book, The Yoga of Parenting: Ten Yoga Based Practices to Help You Stay Grounded, Connect with Your Kids and Be Kind to Yourself on Amazon

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Erin Royer brings her background as a child development specialist and her MA in Clinical Psychology to every conversation on Parenting Beyond Discipline. While the name hints at moving past punitive measures, this podcast truly explores the full landscape of raising children in a modern world. You’ll hear thoughtful discussions that connect children's physical health and fitness to their mental well-being, and consider how family dynamics shape education and self-esteem. Erin approaches these sometimes-daunting topics with a relatable and warm presence, finding moments of humor in the daily chaos of family life. It’s a resource that feels like a thoughtful conversation with a knowledgeable friend, one who understands that parenting is about nurturing the whole child-and the whole parent, too. Tune in for practical insights that extend far beyond behavior management, offering a broader, more compassionate view of child development.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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