Supporting Children Through Family Transitions w. Dr. Christina Wise
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In this episode of AwakenHer, I sit down with Dr. Christina Wise, a licensed psychologist specializing in trauma and family dynamics. We explore practical strategies for empowering children when co-parenting with a narcissist. The discussion covers the importance of understanding different perspectives, fostering healthy narratives, and setting boundaries through open communication. Dr. Wise emphasizes the value of a supportive environment and shares insights from her work with Parenting While Committed. The episode offers valuable advice for maintaining healthy family relationships despite high-conflict parenting dynamics.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:54 Understanding Child Empowerment in Co-Parenting
02:14 The Impact of Parental Narratives on Children
06:38 Connecting with Your Child During Stressful Events
09:35 Navigating Co-Parenting Challenges
11:19 Modeling Healthy Boundaries and Empathy
21:48 Empathy with Boundaries: Preparing Children for Healthy Relationships
25:43 Understanding Emotional Reactions
26:24 Explaining Stress to Children
28:03 Balancing Negative and Positive Experiences
28:53 Addressing Unhealthy Behaviors in Children
32:04 The Importance of Real-Time Discussions
32:30 Implementing the 'Redo' Technique
37:27 Forgiveness and Setting Boundaries
40:50 Communicating During Separation
43:59 Final Thoughts and Resources
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Parenting While Committed: https://www.parentingwhilecommitted.com/
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Corissa is a Somatic Trauma-Informed Coach™ & Narcissistic Abuse Specialist™ who empowers women after they’ve endured narcissist trauma to rediscover who they are, reclaim their power and find the clarity and courage to move forward and live a life they love. Corissa is also a recovering people-pleaser and codependent who has endured way too many narcissistic relationships to count! She coaches not only from her knowledge and training but also from the wisdom she has gained from her own healing journey.
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