Episode 138: Understanding and Loving Spicy Kids with Mary Van Geffen

In this episode of the Peaceful Parenting Podcast, Mary Van Geffen, a parenting coach, mom of spicy kids, and former marketing MBA executive, shares about her experiences and learnings from parent coaching. 

She explains the difference between a ‘spicy kid’ and a ‘spirited kid’, emphasizing that both include elements of overlap, but their understanding depends on the perspectives and expectations of the parents. 

Mary discusses methods of self-care for parents, the importance of creating healthy relationships within and beyond the family, and the power of maintaining a positive outlook towards your kid.

We cover:

• [4:43] Definition of Spicy Ones
• [6:33] The difference between Spicy and Spirited children
• [10:53] What’s great about spicy kids
• [12:13] Knowing what is truly important in your life and where boundaries need to be
• [17:19] How did her mother deal with her growing up
• [19:30] How has her relationship with herself changed through her parenting journey
• [23:37] Building what she’s teaching other parents
• [25:18] Best ways parents can support themselves
• [30:35] Advice to her younger parent self

Download the episode transcript HERE

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Free ‘How to Stop Yelling’ Course: www.sarahrosensweet.com/yelling 
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Connect with Mary

• https://www.instagram.com/maryvangeffen/?hl=en
• https://www.facebook.com/parentcoachforspicyones
• http://www.maryvangeffen.com/

Connect with Sarah Rosensweet  

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahrosensweet/ 
• Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/peacefulparentingfreegroup
• Website: https://www.sarahrosensweet.com 
• Book a short consult or coaching session call: https://book-with-sarah-rosensweet.as.me/schedule.php

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