Welcome to ”Parenting for Thought,” the podcast that empowers parents to become their best selves so their children can thrive. Host and child behavior specialist Emry Kettle interviews guests and together they explore the intricate journey of parenting, highlighting the profound connection between a parent’s personal growth and their child’s development. Each episode offers expert insights, practical tips, and meaningful conversations on topics such as neurodiversity, emotional intelligence, and healing the inner child. Whether you’re navigating the challenges of raising young children or seeking to align your parenting approach with your core values, ”Parenting for Thought” provides the knowledge and inspiration you need to create a nurturing and supportive environment for your family. Join us on this thoughtful journey to become the parent you aspire to be, fostering a world of love, understanding, and growth for your children.
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Welcome to ”Parenting for Thought,” the podcast that empowers parents to become their best selves so their children can thrive. Host and child behavior specialist Emry Kettle interviews guests and together they explore the intricate journey of parenting, highlighting the profound connection between a parent’s personal growth and their child’s development. Each episode offers expert insights, practical tips, and meaningful conversations on topics such as neurodiversity, emotional intelligence, and healing the inner child. Whether you’re navigating the challenges of raising young children or seeking to align your parenting approach with your core values, ”Parenting for Thought” provides the knowledge and inspiration you need to create a nurturing and supportive environment for your family. Join us on this thoughtful journey to become the parent you aspire to be, fostering a world of love, understanding, and growth for your children.
Understanding Stress Response: A Chat with Rachel Mark
Parenting for Thought
44 minutes 35 seconds
10 months ago
Understanding Stress Response: A Chat with Rachel Mark
In this episode of Parenting for Thought, I’m joined by Rachel Mark, an acupuncturist and integrative health coach, to unpack how our nervous system handles stress. Rachel breaks down what "activation" really means—it’s not just about being obviously stressed—and shares relatable examples from daily life.
We chat about how the sympathetic (fight/flight) and parasympathetic (rest/digest) nervous systems work, why modern stress feels so overwhelming, and how our emotional responses (like anger!) are often misunderstood. Rachel shares practical tips for hitting pause and resetting your system, plus we explore neuroplasticity and how the patterns we picked up as kids can be rewired.
Come hang out with us for this inspiring, down-to-earth conversation about stress, emotions, and building a calmer, healthier life—for you and your kids.
Here’s the breakdown:00:00 Activation & Stress (it’s not what you think!)01:17 Intro to Parenting for Thought02:09 Meet Rachel Mark05:36 How the Nervous System Works11:56 Fight/Flight vs. Rest/Digest17:15 Real-Life Stress Responses21:28 The Invisible Load of Moms22:52 What a Healthy Nervous System Really Looks Like25:38 Safe Ways to Express Emotions30:21 Childhood Experiences & Nervous System Patterns36:01 How to Rewire Your Stress Response40:35 Stress-Busting Tips for Parents43:42 Wrap-Up & Resources
Find and connect with Rachel here:
http://www.rachelmark.ca/
https://www.instagram.com/rachelmark.ca/
Website: https://www.rachelmark.ca/
Free quiz to find out how much stress is affecting your hormones:
https://www.rachelmark.ca/quiz
Free sleep meditation:
https://www.rachelmark.ca/sleep-meditation
$22 Reset to Ditch Stress and Recharge your Hormones:
https://www.rachelmark.ca/10DayReset
Find and connect with Emry here:
https://www.emrykettle.com
https://www.instagram.com/emrykettle.coach/
Parenting for Thought
Welcome to ”Parenting for Thought,” the podcast that empowers parents to become their best selves so their children can thrive. Host and child behavior specialist Emry Kettle interviews guests and together they explore the intricate journey of parenting, highlighting the profound connection between a parent’s personal growth and their child’s development. Each episode offers expert insights, practical tips, and meaningful conversations on topics such as neurodiversity, emotional intelligence, and healing the inner child. Whether you’re navigating the challenges of raising young children or seeking to align your parenting approach with your core values, ”Parenting for Thought” provides the knowledge and inspiration you need to create a nurturing and supportive environment for your family. Join us on this thoughtful journey to become the parent you aspire to be, fostering a world of love, understanding, and growth for your children.
