Imperfect parenting, with Catherine Hallissey

Catherine Hallissey is a chartered psychologist, parenting coach and mother-of-five young kids. She's the founder of Reclaim Parenthood, an online parenting membership. She helps parents use the power of relationship and connection to address parenting challenges, create more peace and harmony at home and help children become more confident and resilient.   8:00 Restraint collapse and comparing home and school behaviour9:45 Overcoming triggering behaviour11:54 Vulnerability over shortcomings14:38 Past experiences affecting your parenting style15:54 Embracing imperfection in ourselves18:54 Healthy repair of ruptures22:40 Rejection and forgiveness25:08 Self-compassion and parenting27:42 Self care for ourselves29:00 Amplifying good moments with our kids30:58 Revenge bedtime procrastination32:56 Finding the balance between having time for yourself and getting enough sleep Find out more about Catherine at www.catherinehallissey.com   Order my book, The Lasting Connection, here Find me at www.thethomasconnection.co.uk Instagram: @the_thomas_connection Facebook: www.facebook.com/thethomasconnection Pause Purpose Play Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/pausepurposeplay    This episode was edited by Emily Crosby Media