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41. The One Question That Turns Conflict Into Connection, with Annmarie Chereso

Conflict is an inevitable part of family life. Whether it’s a bedtime battle, a sibling fight, or a disagreement with your child, these moments can leave everyone feeling frustrated and disconnected. But what if one simple question could shift the entire energy of those moments? In this episode, Nina is joined by conscious relationship coach, speaker and bestselling author Annmarie Chereso to explore how parents can move from reactivity to connection. Annmarie shares the powerful question she teaches parents and couples to help them recognise what’s really driving conflict and how to respond with greater awareness and compassion. You’ll Learn The simple question that can shift parenting conflict in the momentWhy most conflict is actually about unmet needsHow to recognise when fear is driving your reactionsWhat the “drama triangle” is and how families get stuck in itSimple ways to bring curiosity and calm into difficult parenting moments Why This Episode Matters When we’re overwhelmed or triggered, it’s easy to react in ways that create more conflict. This conversation offers a simple but powerful shift that can help parents pause, reflect, and reconnect with their children. Because often, one small change in how we respond can completely transform the moment. Small Shift for Big Impact The next time you find yourself in a tense moment with your child, try shifting into curiosity. Instead of jumping straight into fixing, correcting, or reacting, pause and gently ask yourself: What might be going on for my child right now? Curiosity creates space. And sometimes that small pause is enough to shift the entire interaction. Take the Next Step If you’d like to explore Annmarie’s work further, her book The Perfectly Imperfect Family dives deeper into many of the ideas shared in this episode. And if you’re ready to bring more calm and connection into your parenting, I’d love to support you. You can sign up to my mailing list at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au for practical tips and insights, or book a free chat to learn how we can work together. Links and Resources Annmarie Chereso’s WebsiteThe Perfectly Imperfect Family – BookLittle Seeds Journey – Children’s book Let’s Connect Want more support? Follow Nina on Instagram, or sign up for tips and updates at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au Have a question or parenting challenge you'd like addressed on the podcast? Send a DM or an email. Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: nina@mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au About the Hosts Nina Visic is a mindful parenting coach, educator and mum of three who helps overwhelmed parents move from reactive parenting to calm, confident connection with their children through mindfulness and practical tools. In this episode, Nina speaks with Annmarie Chereso, a conscious relationship coach, speaker and bestselling author of The Perfectly Imperfect Family and the children’s book Little Seeds Journey, who has spent over two decades helping families navigate conflict and build more connected relationships.

35 min

3 MARS

40. What's Really Behind Your Parenting Triggers?

Ever had a reaction to your child that felt bigger than the moment? In this episode, we explore what’s really happening underneath your parenting triggers - and why it’s often not about the shoes, the whining, or the sibling fight at all. You’ll Learn What a parenting trigger actually is (and what’s happening in your brain)The three common roots of parenting triggers Why awareness - not perfection - is the first step toward changeA simple way to observe your reactions without judgment Why This Episode Matters Parenting triggers don’t mean you’re failing. They’re signals. When we understand our parenting triggers, we stop fighting ourselves and start responding with more clarity and compassion. Awareness strengthens the part of your brain that helps you pause next time. Small Shift for Big Impact Notice one trigger this week. Just one. When you feel that surge, gently ask: What is this really about? No fixing. No judging. Just curiosity. Take the Next Step Download the free Track Your Triggers Worksheet linked in the show notes. It’s a simple awareness tool to help you reflect and notice patterns. Links and Resources Free Track Your Triggers WorksheetEpisode 2. Can Mindfulness Really Stop the Yelling?Episode 3. Is This the Most Underrated Parenting Tool?Episode 12. Are You Really Listening? Part 1: Why Kids Stop TalkingEpisode 13. Are You Really Listening To Your Child? Part 2: How to Be a Better ListenerEpisode 15. Parenting Path in Action: When the School Calls Let’s Connect Want more support? Follow Nina on Instagram, or sign up for tips and updates at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au Have a question or parenting challenge you'd like addressed on the podcast? Send a DM or an email. Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: nina@mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au About the Host Nina is a mindful parenting coach and mum who supports overwhelmed parents to move from reactivity to connection. After experiencing her own cycle of frustration and guilt, she discovered that awareness - not control - was the missing piece. Through practical tools grounded in mindfulness and neuroscience, Nina helps parents understand what’s happening beneath their reactions so they can parent with more calm, confidence, and compassion. Her work focuses on small, sustainable shifts that create lasting change in family relationships.

12 min

24 FEB.

39. Different Paths, Same Mum Journey with Pam and Zana

Ever find yourself comparing your motherhood journey to someone else’s? In this episode, I’m joined by Pam and Zana from the Careers and Cartwheels podcast - and honestly, this conversation felt like a breath of fresh air. Their honesty, humour and deep respect for each other’s different parenting paths made this such a lovely, grounding chat. Pam navigates a busy career and a blended family of five kids. Zana homeschools her three boys and embraces home life. On paper, their days look completely different - but what shines through is this: we’re all on the same motherhood journey. You’ll Learn How comparison shows up in different seasons of motherhoodHow working mums and stay-at-home mums experience pressure differentlyPractical ways to move through mum guilt and pressureWhy kindness and community matter more than competitionTwo small shifts that create big impact at home Why This Episode Matters It’s so easy to fall into “us vs them” thinking. But when we slow down and really listen, we realise we’re all juggling, all learning, and all doing our best. This episode is a reminder that you don’t have to justify your choices - and you don’t have to do this alone. Small Shift for Big Impact Try one of the beautiful tools shared in this episode: Get down to your child’s level, acknowledge their big feelings and respond with empathy.Or practise “stop, calm, respond” instead of reacting in the heat of the moment.Notice how that changes the energy in your home. Take the Next Step If this conversation resonated, share it with a mum who might need the reminder. And don’t forget to subscribe to both Your Calm Parenting Path and Careers and Cartwheels. Links and Resources Careers and Cartwheels Podcast – Apple / Spotify Follow Careers and Cartwheels on Instagram Visit the Careers and Cartwheels website Let’s Connect Want more support? Follow Nina on Instagram or sign up for tips and updates at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au. Have a question or parenting challenge you'd like addressed on the podcast? Send a DM or an email. Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: nina@mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au About the Hosts Nina is a mindful parenting coach and mum who supports overwhelmed parents to feel calmer, more confident and more connected in their motherhood journey. She believes small shifts make a big impact - especially when we choose curiosity, empathy and regulation over perfection. Pam and Zana, co-hosts of Careers and Cartwheels, are two mums parenting from very different places - one balancing career and blended family life, the other immersed in homeschooling and home life. Through open, respectful conversations, they’re building a space where mums can feel seen, understood and supported, no matter which path they choose.

36 min

17 FEB.

38. When My Calm Slipped (And How I’m Coming Back)

In this episode, Nina shares something vulnerable and real: she’s noticed she hasn’t been as calm as she was mid last year. Over the school holidays, her mindfulness practice slowly slipped, and she felt the impact - more frustration, more reactivity, and less patience. Nina shares what’s been happening behind the scenes, and what she’s gently putting back in place to help her come back to calm. You’ll Learn How calm can fade through a “slow drift” (without noticing at first)Why capacity matters (work, tiredness, kids getting older)Why this isn’t failure - it’s feedbackWhat Nina is doing to rebuild her foundation: a morning anchor, an evening reset, and micro-pauses Why This Episode Matters When your calm slips, it’s easy to think you’re failing - but calm isn’t something we achieve once. It’s something we come back to, again and again. This episode is your reminder that you’re human, and you can return gently. One Small Shift Try Nina’s 3-minute morning anchor: three minutes before checking your phone - even imperfectly — to reconnect and steady yourself. Take The Next Step If you’re thinking “I know what to do, but I can’t stick with it,” you can book a free 30-minute clarity call to talk about what’s been happening for you and whether coaching feels like the right next step. Links And Useful Resources Book a free chat with NinaListen to Episode 1 - Can Mindfulness Really Stop the Yelling?Listen to Episode 9 - Can Mindful Parenting Really Make a Difference?Listen to Episode 29 – What If You’re Just Too Tired to Be Mindful? Let’s connect Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: nina@mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au About The Host Nina is a mindful parenting coach and mum who helps overwhelmed parents move from reactive and stressed to calm, confident, and connected - with tools that fit real life. In this episode, Nina shares her personal experience of noticing her calm slipping, what was underneath it, and how she’s rebuilding her regulation foundation gently - without the pressure of perfection. She believes calm isn’t a personality trait - it’s a practice that can be returned to, again and again.

11 min

10 FEB.

37. When Co-Parenting Isn’t Working, Could Parallel Parenting Help?

Co-parenting after separation is often presented as the ideal – but what if it feels impossible? In this episode, Nina is joined by Emma Cannon, mum of three and founder of Higher Swing, to explore an alternative approach: parallel parenting. Together, they unpack why co-parenting doesn’t always work, how parallel parenting after separation can reduce conflict, and how parents can create calmer, safer homes that support children’s wellbeing. You’ll Learn: The difference between co-parenting and parallel parentingWhy co-parenting isn’t always realistic after separationHow parallel parenting after separation can reduce conflictPractical boundaries that protect your energy and confidenceWhy supporting yourself first supports your child Why This Episode Matters Many parents feel pressure to “get along” after separation, even when communication feels stressful or unsafe. This episode offers reassurance that there is another way. Parallel parenting after separation allows parents to focus on their own home, values, and healing – without ongoing conflict. One Small Shift Start with one small shift that supports you. Notice where you feel most triggered or dysregulated, and choose one moment this week to pause, name your feelings, and respond with intention. When parents work on their own emotional regulation and repair, children learn those skills too. Take the Next Step If this conversation resonated, you might like to explore the family wellbeing programs available through Higher Swing. Or, if you’d like personalised support, you can book a free chat with Nina to take the next step toward calmer, more confident parenting. Links and Resources Sign up to Higher Swing's mailing list or check out their programs here Follow Higherswing on Instagram Let’s Connect Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: nina@mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au About the Hosts Nina is a mindful parenting coach, mum, and host of Your Calm Parenting Path. She supports overwhelmed parents to move from reactive parenting to calm, confident, and connected relationships with their children. Emma Cannon is a mum of three and the founder of Higher Swing, an Australian platform connecting families with proactive wellbeing programmes for children, parents, and schools. Her work supports families through life’s challenges – from everyday struggles to major transitions like separation or divorce.

25 min

3 FEB.

36. Lessons From the School Holidays

Six weeks of school holidays can feel like a lot - especially when the routines and structures that usually hold everyone steady disappear. In this reflection episode of Your Calm Parenting Path, Nina shares honestly from the middle of the long school holidays - not from the other side of them. This isn’t about getting it all right or creating perfect holiday memories. It’s about what genuinely helped us get through, what didn’t work the way she hoped, and what she's learning to carry forward into the next school break. If the holidays left you feeling exhausted, reactive, or quietly wondering if it was just hard for you - this episode is for you. In This Episode In this episode, Nina reflects on: Why school holidays feel so big - especially long onesLetting go of rigid schedules and focusing on rhythm insteadWhat my activity box experiment taught me about perfectionScreens, meltdowns, and the reality of nervous system limitsTemporary screen bans and why they brought more calmWhat happens when mindfulness slips - and how to come backFlexibility with bedtimes, mess, and expectations Three Key Takeaways Rhythm matters more than structure during the holidays.Perfection creates pressure - for parents and kids.Calm parenting is about coming back, not getting it right. Why This Episode Matters School holidays often remove the invisible structure that helps families cope - and many parents struggle through them feeling alone or like they’re failing. This episode offers permission to stop striving for perfect holidays and instead reflect with honesty and compassion. Calm parenting isn’t about flawless regulation - it’s about noticing what supports you, adjusting when things aren’t working, and coming back to yourself again and again. Small Shift for Big Impact As you settle back into routine, you might like to gently reflect on: What felt hardest during the holidays for you?What genuinely helped - even a little?What do you want to carry forward, or let go of, next time? You don’t need to fix anything. Noticing is enough. Take the next step If the holidays stretched you more than you expected, you don’t have to work through that alone. You’re warmly invited to book a SOS Parenting Support Call - to gently explore what felt hardest and identify one or two small shifts that can support you right now. 👉 Learn more or book at here. Links & Resources Mentioned Calm Summer Holiday Blueprint Let’s Connect Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: nina@mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au About Nina Nina is the voice behind Your Calm Parenting Path and the founder of Mindful Parenting Lifestyle. She supports parents to move away from reactivity and overwhelm and toward calmer, more connected family relationships. Through mindfulness, nervous system awareness, and self-compassion, Nina helps parents understand that calm parenting isn’t about being perfect - it’s about learning, adjusting, and coming back to yourself with kindness.

12 min

2025-12-16

35. Can You Let Go of a Perfect Christmas?

Christmas can feel like a pressure cooker of expectations, logistics and emotions. In this episode, Nina gently invites you to let go of perfect Christmas ideals and let go of perfect Christmas checklists, so you can focus on presence, connection and a calmer nervous system instead. You'll Learn Why the invisible load of Christmas feels so intense.How different families “do” Christmas and make peace with your version.Ways to stay flexible with naps, sugar and routines (without guilt).Simple roles kids can play so it’s not all on you.How to move from Christmas into the school holidays more calmly. Why This Episode Matters When you’re already overwhelmed, it’s easy to believe you’re ruining Christmas. This episode reminds you that your children need you present, not perfect – and that a messy, real day can still be deeply good. Take Home Action Choose one way you’re going to make Christmas kinder on your nervous system. Journal Prompts and Reflections If my child remembered one small moment from this Christmas, what would I love that to be? Before Christmas Day, ask yourself: What is the bare minimum version of this day that would still feel like Christmas to me? Maybe that’s: One special breakfast.A couple of presents.Time outside or at the beach.A simple meal together. Either later that night, or the next day, you might sit with a cuppa and gently ask yourself: What actually went well today?Where did I feel most connected to my kids?Where did I lose it?If I could change one small thing for next year, what would it be? Take the Next Step Complete the prompts above to help you design a version of Christmas that feels calm, connected and realistic for your family. Download your free Christmas Planner to set calm intentions, map December and take some pressure off your brain. For support beyond Christmas, watch the on-demand Calm School Holidays Blueprint masterclass. Links and Resources Free Christmas PlannerGrab the Calm School Holidays Blueprint, only $37 Let’s Connect Want more support? Follow Nina on Instagram, or sign up for tips and updates at mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au. Have a question or parenting challenge you'd like addressed on the podcast? Send a DM or an email. Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: nina@mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au About the Host Nina Visic is a mindful parenting coach and mum who helps parents move from overwhelmed and reactive to calm, confident and connected with their kids. She combines mindfulness, emotional regulation tools and down-to-earth strategies that work in real homes with real children. Through her podcast, workshops and resources like the Christmas Planner and Calm School Holidays Blueprint, she supports parents to create holidays that feel grounded in presence and connection, not perfection.

26 min

2025-12-09

34. A Real Mum’s Story: Boundaries That Work, with Tess Bonde

In this special episode, Nina chats with Tess, a mum-of-two and long-time listener, who shares how she used the calm boundary script from Episode 8 in a moment when her daughter was yelling at her. It’s a real story about emotional boundaries, staying steady under pressure, and what happens when you choose connection over control - even when it’s hard. You’ll Learn: How to use calm boundaries when kids are rude, yelling or dishonestThe “I won’t let you X, but you can Y” structure in actionWhy pausing (see Episode 3) can shift the whole energy in your homeHow calm boundaries can open space for repair, respect, and deeper understanding Why This Episode Matters Tess’s story reminds us that calm boundaries do work - even when kids push hard. This isn’t a polished expert take - it’s one mum showing up with love, courage, and the skills she’s learned along the way. It’s a raw and real example of parenting under pressure - and a beautiful reminder that connection often comes after a boundary is held kindly but firmly. One Small Shift Next time your child is rude, yelling, or being dishonest, try: “I won’t let you speak to me that way. I’m happy to talk when we’re both calm.” Then pause. Breathe. Hold the boundary with calm confidence — and trust that connection often follows. And just as important: be kind to yourself. As Tess shared, speak to yourself the way you’d speak to a friend or acquaintance. Progress doesn’t come from perfection — it comes from compassion and practice. Take the Next Step If emotional blow‑ups, backchat, or lying are becoming frequent in your home - and you want support turning them into moments of calmness and repair - book a free 20‑minute clarity call. I’ll help you identify what’s really going on and give you 1–2 simple, effective tools to try straight away. Links and Resources Recommended episodes of Your Calm Parenting Path Episode 3. Is This the Most Underrated Parenting Tool to Help You Stay Calm?Episode 8. What’s the Secret to Calm, Clear Boundaries?Episode 11. Tired of Doing It All? What Needs to Change? With Eva RadoBook a free 20-minute Clarity Call here. Let’s Connect Follow Nina on InstagramWebsite: mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.auEmail: nina@mindfulparentinglifestyle.com.au About the Hosts Nina Visic is a mindful parenting coach, podcast host, and mum of three based in WA. She supports parents to move from yelling and reactivity to calm, confident connection. Her work blends practical tools with deep compassion — because parenting isn’t about perfection, it’s about presence. In this episode, Nina chats with Tess - a long-time listener and past client - who brings the boundary tools to life in the middle of a real parenting moment. It’s raw, real, and a powerful reminder that calm parenting is possible, even when emotions are big.

25 min

Your Calm Parenting Path

41. The One Question That Turns Conflict Into Connection, with Annmarie Chereso

40. What's Really Behind Your Parenting Triggers?

39. Different Paths, Same Mum Journey with Pam and Zana

38. When My Calm Slipped (And How I’m Coming Back)

37. When Co-Parenting Isn’t Working, Could Parallel Parenting Help?

36. Lessons From the School Holidays

35. Can You Let Go of a Perfect Christmas?

34. A Real Mum’s Story: Boundaries That Work, with Tess Bonde

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41. The One Question That Turns Conflict Into Connection, with Annmarie Chereso

40. What's Really Behind Your Parenting Triggers?

39. Different Paths, Same Mum Journey with Pam and Zana

38. When My Calm Slipped (And How I’m Coming Back)

37. When Co-Parenting Isn’t Working, Could Parallel Parenting Help?

36. Lessons From the School Holidays

35. Can You Let Go of a Perfect Christmas?

34. A Real Mum’s Story: Boundaries That Work, with Tess Bonde

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