Divorce and New Beginnings: Healing Through Self-Compassion
Episode Overview
Self-compassion practices can aid both parents and children post-divorce. Engaging storytelling can model respect and understanding. Mindfulness helps children process guilt, shame, and anger. Belonging is crucial for emotional healing and growth. Practical tools for emotional regulation are vital for families.
You have to feel your painful feelings to heal your painful feelings.
Get ready to be moved by real-life accounts of navigating divorce and embracing new beginnings in this insightful episode of the Bear Psychology Podcast. Dr. Anna Baranowsky, alongside guest Eileen Beltzner, delves into the emotional aftermath of divorce, focusing on the experiences of children like Alexander, a third-grader grappling with his parents' separation. Beltzner's book, 'Two Times as Much Love,' serves as a powerful tool for parents and children, illustrating self-compassion practices through engaging storytelling.
With light-hearted humour and therapeutic wisdom, Beltzner introduces us to Sir Percival, a charming canine narrator who helps Alexander on his journey of self-discovery and healing. Through heartfelt anecdotes and practical advice, listeners are encouraged to explore themes of self-compassion, belonging, and emotional regulation. This episode is a treasure trove for anyone seeking understanding and support in the midst of family transitions. What does it mean to truly belong? How can we transform trauma into wisdom?
Tune in to find out how you can cultivate healing and growth in your own life.