Moms, it’s so fun to meet a celebrity and find she’s as warm and relatable as we’d hoped. We know you’ll think so too!In today’s episode, we sit down with the incredible Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt. A New York Times bestselling author, Katherine gave birth to her third baby and children’s book, “Kat and Brandy,” all in the same year. Katherine shares her inspiration for this heartwarming story, plus she opens us about the joys and challenges of motherhood in such a vulnerable way. She also shares a glimpse into her marriage to Chris Pratt and some gems of wisdom that will stay with you long after you listen:- her focus on spending quality time with each of her kids in light of this busy season of life- her “family first” philosophy and her mission to recreate the incredible childhood she enjoyed- why communication is the key to success in her marriage (and why a program called Imago has been a gamechanger!)- how transcendental meditation (TM) changed her mental health during the stress of parenting- how she approached becoming a step parent and the village that helps her succeed in the roleYou can learn more about Katherine and her books on her website, and don’t forget to check out her podcast “BDA Baby” and follow her on IG @katherineschwarzeneggerFind us at www.thelocalmomsnetwork.comIG: @thelocalmomsnetworkEmail: demetra@thelocalmomsnetwork.comPodcast facilities provided by Stamford Studios Digital Factory.
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Moms, it’s so fun to meet a celebrity and find she’s as warm and relatable as we’d hoped. We know you’ll think so too!In today’s episode, we sit down with the incredible Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt. A New York Times bestselling author, Katherine gave birth to her third baby and children’s book, “Kat and Brandy,” all in the same year. Katherine shares her inspiration for this heartwarming story, plus she opens us about the joys and challenges of motherhood in such a vulnerable way. She also shares a glimpse into her marriage to Chris Pratt and some gems of wisdom that will stay with you long after you listen:- her focus on spending quality time with each of her kids in light of this busy season of life- her “family first” philosophy and her mission to recreate the incredible childhood she enjoyed- why communication is the key to success in her marriage (and why a program called Imago has been a gamechanger!)- how transcendental meditation (TM) changed her mental health during the stress of parenting- how she approached becoming a step parent and the village that helps her succeed in the roleYou can learn more about Katherine and her books on her website, and don’t forget to check out her podcast “BDA Baby” and follow her on IG @katherineschwarzeneggerFind us at www.thelocalmomsnetwork.comIG: @thelocalmomsnetworkEmail: demetra@thelocalmomsnetwork.comPodcast facilities provided by Stamford Studios Digital Factory.
Ep. 54 - Banish the Bully in Your Brain: Dr. Betsy Holmberg on How to Silence the Unkind Mind
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4 weeks ago
Ep. 54 - Banish the Bully in Your Brain: Dr. Betsy Holmberg on How to Silence the Unkind Mind
Moms, don’t believe everything you think!Neuroscience proves that the critical voice in your head, or that of your child, is just a default mode-and knowing this can be life changing.Our guest today is psychologist Dr. Betsy Holmberg, author of Unkind Mind, who teaches us how to flip the switch on negative self talk. Dr. Betsy builds up our superpower to recognize this nagging voice and shut it up:* understand why we’re so hard on ourselves and then catch ourselves when we fall into a judgy mode* learn the science behind two parts of our brain: the Default Mode Network (DMN) and the Central Executive Network (CEN)* the personal struggles that inspired Dr. Betsy to uncover the research and change the course of her own life* our power to explain these strategies to our kids and give them tools to quiet their own inner critic* how to stop ruminating in its tracks, allowing for clearer decision-making and better sleepTo learn about Dr. Betsy Holmberg, head to her website and find her on Instagram @betsyholmbergFind us at www.thelocalmomsnetwork.comIG: @thelocalmomsnetworkEmail: demetra@thelocalmomsnetwork.com
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Moms, it’s so fun to meet a celebrity and find she’s as warm and relatable as we’d hoped. We know you’ll think so too!In today’s episode, we sit down with the incredible Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt. A New York Times bestselling author, Katherine gave birth to her third baby and children’s book, “Kat and Brandy,” all in the same year. Katherine shares her inspiration for this heartwarming story, plus she opens us about the joys and challenges of motherhood in such a vulnerable way. She also shares a glimpse into her marriage to Chris Pratt and some gems of wisdom that will stay with you long after you listen:- her focus on spending quality time with each of her kids in light of this busy season of life- her “family first” philosophy and her mission to recreate the incredible childhood she enjoyed- why communication is the key to success in her marriage (and why a program called Imago has been a gamechanger!)- how transcendental meditation (TM) changed her mental health during the stress of parenting- how she approached becoming a step parent and the village that helps her succeed in the roleYou can learn more about Katherine and her books on her website, and don’t forget to check out her podcast “BDA Baby” and follow her on IG @katherineschwarzeneggerFind us at www.thelocalmomsnetwork.comIG: @thelocalmomsnetworkEmail: demetra@thelocalmomsnetwork.comPodcast facilities provided by Stamford Studios Digital Factory.
