RAW with J

Jacintha Field

Welcome to RAW with J; A space for the kind of guidance that stays with you. This isn’t just another podcast. It’s the conversations we needed, but never received. Each week, I sit down with thought leaders, parents, experts, and real people to dive into life’s messier moments: parenting, separation, burnout, grief, rebuilding, and learning to feel again. I'm Jacintha Field, a solo mumma, Family and Child Counsellor, and founder of Happy Souls Kids. I have walked through the fire and come out the other side, not polished but more honest than ever.

Episoade

  1. 15 APR.

    Mindful Parenting & Growth Mindset: What Every Parent Needs to Know About Child Development

    What if the moments your child struggles, fails or falls apart are actually the moments their brain is growing the most? In this episode of Raw With J, I chat  with Alexandra Eidens, founder of Big Life Journal, the children's growth mindset journal that has reached over 2 million families worldwide. Alexandra is warm, wise and deeply passionate about raising children who believe in themselves, embrace mistakes and grow into confident, resilient human beings. If you are a parent who wants to raise a child who doesn't give up, who handles big emotions with grace and who knows deep down that they are capable of anything, this conversation will stay with you long after you finish listening. Together we explore what it really means to raise children with a growth mindset, why our job as parents is not to fix our kids but to connect with them, and how the smallest shifts in the way we speak and show up can change everything for our children. This conversation is warm, honest and full of practical tools you can use today. It is a reminder that you do not have to be a perfect parent to raise an incredible child. In this episode we cover: What growth mindset actually means and why it is the most important child development tool every parent needs to know about Parenting tips for anxious or perfectionist kids and why positive parenting and gentle parenting means connecting rather than fixing How mindful parenting and modeling imperfection is one of the most powerful parenting tips Australia families are embracing right now The one word that transforms kids mental health and children's wellbeing and gives children hope when they feel like giving up Why the kids journal approach of Big Life Journal works for all types of learners and why Big Life Journal has reached over 2 million families worldwide How kids affirmations and gratitude practice create lasting change in family life and support kids emotional regulation Why connection is the foundation of emotional intelligence kids need to thrive and how to build it every single day The difference between fixed mindset vs growth mindset and what it means for raising confident kids who believe in themselves How Big Life Journal's kids podcast with over 12 million downloads is changing children's wellbeing and kids mental health worldwide What is coming next from Big Life Journal and Growth Minded including new kids podcast content and school curriculum Connect with me:  Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jacinthafield  Happy Souls Kids → https://www.happysoulskids.com/ Connect with Alexandra:  Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/biglifejournal/  Website → https://biglifejournal.com/ Mentioned in this episode: Big Life Journal by Alexandra Eidens Growth Mindset by Dr Carol Dweck Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill Big Life Journal Kids Podcast — over 12 million downloads Growth Minded — sister brand and school curriculum platform Raw with J is the podcast that has the conversations that matter. Real, raw and honest conversations about parenting, children's wellbeing, education and everything in between. If this episode lit you up, hit follow so you never miss a conversation.

    49 min
  2. 1 APR.

    Divorce Advice No One Gives You: Family Law, Co-Parenting & Healing with Divorce Lawyer Gabriella Pomare

    Separation is brutal. The grief is real. But what happens to your children while you are in the middle of it all could affect them for the rest of their lives. In this episode of Raw With J, I sit down with Gabriella Pomare, a family lawyer, author and co-parenting expert who has not only guided countless families through separation and divorce but has lived it herself. Together we get brutally honest about what the legal system gets wrong, what co-parenting really looks like in practice and how to put your kids first even when everything feels impossible. We cover: Why the family court system is failing separated families What parenting orders can and can't actually do How to co-parent with a difficult or absent ex Why speaking negatively about your ex is hurting your kids The four pillars of collaborative co-parenting What relocation laws in Australia actually mean for parents How to find yourself again after separation and divorce Why it is never too late to reset your co-parenting relationship Connect with me: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jacinthafield Happy Souls Kids → https://www.happysoulskids.com/ Connect with Gabriella: Website → https://thecollaborativeco-parent.com.au/ Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/thegabriellapomare Mentioned in this episode: Gabriella's book: The Collaborative Co-Parent by Gabriella Pomare Conscious Uncoupling by Katherine Woodward Thomas The Pursuit of Happyness (film) Raw with J is the platform for conversations that matter. Real, raw and honest conversations about parenting, children's wellbeing, relationships and everything in between. If this episode resonated with you, hit follow so you never miss a conversation.

    55 min
  3. 18 MAR.

    The Social Media Ban in Australia Won't Work: Early Childhood Education Expert Speaks Out on What's Really Failing Our Children

    Is Australia's social media ban actually protecting our kids or are we completely missing the point? In this episode of Raw With J, Jacinta sits down with Dr Ger Graus, one of the world's leading early childhood education experts with over 45 years of experience, to unpack why the social media ban won't work, what is really failing our children and what we should be doing instead. Dr Ger Graus is an educator, author and global advisor to KidZania. He has dedicated his life to placing children at the centre of everything and his perspective will change how you think about raising kids in a digital world. In this episode we cover: Why the social media ban in Australia is missing the mark How Meta and TikTok are failing our children Why early childhood education holds the answers The role parents play as co-educators How KidZania is changing child development What adults consistently get wrong about children The one thing Dr Ger Graus would change about how we speak to children Connect with me: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jacinthafieldHappy Souls Kids → https://www.happysoulskids.com/ Connect with Dr Ger Graus: Website → https://www.gergraus.com/  LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/prof-dr-ger-graus-obe-335bb6115/  Mentioned in this episode:  Dr Ger’s book: Through a Different Lens by Dr Ger Graus  KidZania: Cities Built for Children https://kidzania.com/en  Raw with J is the podcast that has the conversations that matter. Real, raw and honest conversations about parenting, children's wellbeing, education and everything in between. If this is your kind of conversation, hit follow so you never miss an episode.

    55 min
  4. 4 MAR.

    The Missing Link Between Setting Boundaries & Emotional Intelligence with Dr Chris Lee (Spoiler: It’s Nervous System Regulation)

    If you know what to do (set boundaries, stay calm, stop procrastinating) but cannot seem to do it, this is why. In this episode of Raw With J, Dr Chris Lee and I unpack why setting boundaries feels hard, why anxiety leads to avoidance, how phone addiction hijacks focus, and what actually builds mental resilience. We explore emotional intelligence through the lens of regulation, trauma responses, and the patterns we unknowingly pass down to our kids. This conversation moves beyond surface-level advice and into what genuinely changes behaviour, so you can respond with clarity instead of reacting from stress. Connect with J Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jacinthafield Happy Souls Kids → https://www.happysoulskids.com/ Connect with Dr Chris Lee Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/drchrislee/  Website → https://www.drchrislee.com/ In this episode, we cover: Nervous system regulation and how it underpins emotional intelligence and self regulation Why setting boundaries feels hard when your nervous system is dysregulated Anxiety, avoidance, trauma responses, and how to regulate emotions Imposter syndrome, self sabotage, and nervous system dysregulation Mental resilience and how nervous system regulation builds emotional intelligence Breathwork for anxiety and practical nervous system regulation tools Phone addiction, overstimulation, and their impact on the autonomic nervous system Self awareness, emotional regulation, and reparenting yourself to heal childhood trauma If this episode resonated, follow RAW With J and leave a review. It helps more people find grounded, science-based conversations about nervous system regulation, boundaries, and emotional growth.

    56 min
  5. 18 FEB.

    Nervous System Regulation: What’s Really Driving Your Behaviour? (Emotional Intelligence & Cognitive Dissonance Explained)

    The most powerful driver of your emotions has never been measured before. Until now. In this episode, Nic Gibson and I unpack the nervous system, vulnerability, and emotional intelligence and why so much of our behaviour is driven beneath the surface. If we want to change our patterns and strengthen connection, we need to understand the autonomic nervous system and how it quietly shapes everyday life. Connect with me Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jacinthafield Happy Souls Kids → https://www.happysoulskids.com/ Connect with Nic Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/nicgibson_/ Website → https://nicolegibson.com/ Podcast → https://open.spotify.com/show/5jNfLArZc2ilTkp8Mn6Bql?si=227f6cff91584a30 In this episode, we cover: What nervous system regulation actually means Why 90% of behaviour is driven by autonomic responses The link between emotional regulation and emotional intelligence How fight or flight responses impact connection Cognitive dissonance and why change feels uncomfortable Why vulnerability is essential for real emotional growth How understanding your nervous system can shift behaviour patterns ⚠️Content warning: this episode discusses eating disorders. Please take care while listening or opt-out of this one if you need to. If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, please head here or contact the Butterfly Foundation on (02) 9412 4499  If you enjoyed this episode, follow Raw with J and leave a review. It helps more people find grounded, science-based conversations about emotional regulation, connection, and conscious change.

    1 h 3 min
  6. 4 FEB.

    Is Your Child Safe Online? What Parents Are Not Being Told About Roblox and Cyber Safety with Family IT Guy

    Most parents believe their children are safe online, or they look the other way because “it keeps them quiet”. The reality is far more confronting. ⚠️Content Warning: This episode discusses suicide and sextortion. Please take care while listening and step away if you need to. In this episode of Raw With J, I sit down with Ben Gillenwater, The Family IT Guy, a former cybersecurity expert who has spent decades working with governments, defence organisations, and intelligence agencies, to unpack what is really happening online and why so many parents are being left in the dark. We talk openly about cyber safety for parents, the real internet safety risks for kids, and why platforms like Roblox and social media are far more dangerous than most families realise. Ben explains how children are targeted online, what sextortion actually looks like, and why bans and parental controls alone do not solve the problem. This conversation is not about fear or control. It is about awareness, education, and helping parents understand what they are up against so they can make informed decisions for their family. Connect with me: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/jacinthafield Happy Souls Kids → https://www.happysoulskids.com/ Connect with Ben (Family IT Guy) Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/familyitguy Website → https://familyitguy.com/ In this episode, we cover: Cyber safety for parents and why internet safety for kids is more complex than most realise The real dangers of social media and online gaming for children Is Roblox safe for kids and what parents need to know about Roblox dangers What sextortion is and why children are being targeted online Why parental controls and bans do not address the root issue Screen addiction in children and its impact on mental health Practical steps parents can take to better protect kids online If this episode resonated, follow Raw With J and leave a review. It helps this conversation reach more parents navigating parenting, technology, and online safety in a rapidly changing world.

    39 min
  7. 22 IAN.

    Your Child Is Not the Problem, Parenting Triggers, Emotional Regulation and What Conscious Parenting Reveals with Dr Shefali

    Parenting is not hard because you are doing it wrong. It is hard because it asks you to face parts of yourself you were never taught how to regulate. In this episode of Raw With J, I sit down with Dr Shefali, world-renowned clinical psychologist and author of The Conscious Parent, to explore emotional regulation, parenting triggers, and what conscious parenting really means in everyday life. This episode is for parents and carers who notice their child reflecting their stress, anxiety, or dysregulation, and who are ready to explore conscious parenting beyond techniques and quick fixes. Connect with meInstagram → https://www.instagram.com/jacinthafield Happy Souls Kids → https://www.happysoulskids.com/ Connect with Dr Shefali Website → https://www.drshefali.com/ In this episode, we cover: What conscious parenting actually is and how it differs from gentle parentingWhy emotional regulation in parents shapes child emotional regulationParenting triggers and what they are really aboutHow children borrow a parent’s nervous systemSupporting kids through divorce and major life changesParenting and technology and why connection must replace controlWhy self-love in parents matters more than perfectionRe-parenting your inner child while raising your ownBreaking generational patterns without blame or shameIf this conversation resonates, follow Raw With J and leave a review. It helps more parents and carers find honest, grounded conversations about parenting, emotional regulation, and conscious connection.

    42 min
  8. TRAILER

    Welcome to RAW with J | Honest Conversations for Parents & Carers (Official Trailer)

    RAW With J is a podcast for parents and carers who are navigating the emotional reality of raising children while carrying their own unspoken struggles. Hosted by Jacintha (J), a family and child counsellor, mum, and founder of Happy Souls Kids, this podcast creates space for the conversations many parents need but rarely hear. The ones about burnout, emotional overwhelm, identity loss, loneliness, grief, and the pressure of holding everything together for everyone else. Each episode dives into the real experiences behind parenting and caregiving. J sits down with therapists, authors, and everyday humans who have lived through the hard seasons and are willing to speak honestly about what helped them survive and grow. Alongside these conversations, J also shares her own raw stories of breakdowns and breakthroughs shaped by solo parenting, heartbreak, and emotional exhaustion. This podcast is not about quick fixes, surface-level advice, or pretending everything is fine. It is about emotional well-being, mental health, connection, and truth. The kind of conversations that help parents feel seen, understood, and less alone. If you are looking for support with parenting stress, emotional regulation, family relationships, or mental health, or simply trying to make sense of the messier moments of life, RAW With J is here to meet you where you are. Because sometimes the truth you did not even know you needed is the one that sets you free. Connect with J on Instagram: @jacinthafieldLearn more about Happy Souls Kids: https://www.happysoulskids.com/

    1 min

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Welcome to RAW with J; A space for the kind of guidance that stays with you. This isn’t just another podcast. It’s the conversations we needed, but never received. Each week, I sit down with thought leaders, parents, experts, and real people to dive into life’s messier moments: parenting, separation, burnout, grief, rebuilding, and learning to feel again. I'm Jacintha Field, a solo mumma, Family and Child Counsellor, and founder of Happy Souls Kids. I have walked through the fire and come out the other side, not polished but more honest than ever.