Episode #239: How To Be Less Reactive And More Calm And Regulated With Your Children

My guest this week is Jason Campbell.

As the MOST downloaded episode to date and a prelude to part 2 that will be airing soon, I wanted to rerelease my episode with Jason.  If you tuned in the first time, I encourage you to re-listen as there are always great reminders and new nuggets of wisdom to be picked up!

This is also a great topic to revisit in January as this re-airs; to reset, refocus, and remind ourselves about self regulation tools and how to be less reactive.  So in this episode, Jason and I discuss how to stay regulated and be less reactive when things don’t go your way, or perhaps when your child is in the midst of big emotions and challenging behaviors. The techniques we discuss are by far some of the most important things we can do to support our kids and ourselves, especially when we are experiencing significant stressors and challenges with our kids or in any other part of our life.

What I love about this episode is it is dedicated to learning and practicing skills to help everyone, at all ages and developmental stages, be more regulated, mindful, and calm overall. Meditation doesn't have to be scary or perfect, or even take up much of your time. Stay and listen until the end where Jason guides us through an extremely effective 5-minute exercise.

Jason has released over 100 albums, has been number one on multiple billboard and Amazon charts, and has five Billboard Top albums in a five-month period in 2019! Jason recently released his 32nd album titled, Zen Piano Correcting Source. He is the Director of Music for Genius X Virtual Reality, and writes music and meditation for organizations, such as Happy ChiliSleep and Focus at Will.  

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Episode Takeaways

Episode Intro … 00:00:30

Introduction to Jason Campbell, Music, & Meditation … 00:01:25

Thinking Our Way Through Life … 00:07:20

Parents, is Your Headspace is Clear? … 00:10:33

Coregulation & Not getting Stuck in a Mind Loop … 00:15:08

Monkey Mind and Struggling with Thoughts … 00:22:22

Obstacles & Fighting in Opposition Causes Problems … 24:06

5 Minute Breathing Exercise Example … 00:31:40

Satori, a Glimpse or Moment of Enlightenment … 00:39:53

How Long Do You Meditate For? … 00:42:14

Recognizing in Real Life Groundhog’s Day … 00:47:20

Five Element Meditation & Other Resources … 00: 51:37 

Episode Wrap up … 00:52:35

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