Nothing activates the nervous system quite like being responsible for the life of another human...
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When your body is on high alert, in a sympathetic nervous system stress response, you (and your child) are less able to access the parts of your brain responsible for more complex reasoning, memory, and problem solving. This is why it is so easy when a child is screaming to fall back on a reactive way of parenting (and why children rarely listen to you mid-tantrum!). |
When the body's stress response is active, you might find yourself shutting down & avoiding, or pushing back in ways that don't feel good, and ultimately don't work for you or your child.
going deeper with somatic breathwork for... |
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Regularly giving yourself permission to take a breather (even 5 seconds on the spot!) is a great way to develop peace of mind for yourself, and to start teaching mindfulness to children, because...
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..children learn much more from watching what adults do, than from what they are told to do, especially at a young age.
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Interrupting the pattern of stress creates more time in your day, as things are able to flow more easily when you are grounded and calm. Aiming for a perfect day of peace only creates more pressure- that is not the goal! But you can develop tools that really work on days where things feel overwhelming. In a centered state, you do not need to be looking outside yourself as often for parenting tips and tricks, because...
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“I have found my perfect meditation guide with Zoe…with her angelic, soft voice she delivers the most powerful messages. I remember a few sessions when all of us burst into tears at the end, feeling liberated. This is her natural talent that speaks to and heals the soul.”
- Ana-Maria, Mother & Montessori Teacher. |
“Zoe's course was a real treat I would look forward to every Saturday. The movements and meditations we covered always made me feel more connected to my body and to others, and I would leave the room feeling calmer and more joyful."
-Hannah, Mother & Psychotherapist. |
Let's have a chat...
Before working together I invite you to have an informal 15 minute chat, (a long-distance cup of tea if you will!) with one or more caregiver to hear what is coming up for you.
This is a chance for you to get to know me a bit better, and to ask any questions about the way I work. |
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