How we respond to circumstances affects how well we manage stress. In this episode, I review ways we typically handle stress and share some tips such as decluttering different aspects of our lives.

Key Takeaways:

(00:00:46) – Your Reaction Shapes the Outcome: How you react to stress and challenging situations determines the outcomes. A negative reaction often increases stress and leads to poor decisions.

(01:24:78) – Stress and Burnout from Life Events: Life challenges, such as family deaths, family drama, and managing multiple responsibilities like podcasting, led to burnout and stress. Finding ways to manage stress is crucial.

(03:26:13) – The Power of Organizing: Organizing your thoughts, mindset, workspace, and living space is essential in managing stress. It’s not just about physical decluttering but mental and emotional organization.

(08:22:16) – Seek Help and Resources: It’s important not to shy away from seeing a therapist or talking to someone if you’re overwhelmed. Check workplace programs or find trusted individuals in your community.

Mentioned:

Success Principles by Jack Canfield

How to Escape Chaos by Decluttering Your Life w/Nicole Gabai

Join The Stress Management 21-Day Challenge

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Former Secret Service agent Daniel Dluzneski discusses his work with school systems and the best ways to keep your children safe during a threat.

Coincidentally we recorded this interview the same day of the Apalachee School shooting in Georgia.

Key Takeaways

• Proper training and drills are essential for school safety.
• Layered security measures, such as controlled access and locked classrooms, can help protect students and staff.
• Open communication between parents and children about school safety is crucial.
• Parents should advocate for safe practices in schools and question ineffective approaches.
• Lockdown procedures are effective in keeping students safe during emergencies.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Daniel's Background

02:08 What Solo Moms Need to Know About School Safety

03:15 Preparing for Emergencies: Proper Training and Drills

07:41 Open Communication: Parents' Role in School Safety

12:44 Layered Security Measures for School Safety

19:30 The Effectiveness of Lockdown Procedures

26:03 The Dangers of Ineffective Approaches

29:01 Resources for Further Information

30:16 Final Thought: Keeping Yourself Safe

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Grab a copy of Daniel's book: The First Five Minutes on Amazon

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Chapters

00:00 The complex feelings while connecting with adult children

02:24 Navigating the challenges of solo motherhood

03:25 The role of faith and trusting God in parenting

05:22 Finding support and mentors in the parenting journey

09:14 Experiencing a sense of pride and appreciation for your children's accomplishments

Takeaways

• You are solely responsible for how your children turn out.
• Children make their own choices at the appropriate age regardless of how you raise them.
• Having faith and finding support can make parenting solo a little easier
• Seeking mentors can provide guidance and support.
• It's a great reward to experience pride and appreciation for your children's accomplishments.

Summary

This week I explore the feelings of pride and responsibility that solo moms have towards their children.

I reflect on my own experience as a solo mom and the challenges I faced raising my sons. The idea stems from a conversation I recently had with a young woman who asked, "what do you feel when you look at your adult son"?

So if you sometimes feel responsible for your kids' behavior or thought you did a poor job raising them, this episode is for you.

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#parentingadultchildren #parentalresponsibility #solomompride #solomomchallenges #faithandresilience

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