Fear is there within us. No one has ever taught us how to be fearful. And there is nothing wrong with that. It is one of the 9 emotions we are born with. But when this emotion starts showing its signs more often and affects our day-to-day life, then that is when we need to take necessary actions. It happens with kids a lot. Quite often you must have heard them saying, I am so scared for my tomorrow’s exam. We keep telling them not to worry. They will be fine, but still, they are not able to relax their mind. And if, by any chance, their exam doesn’t go very well, then it becomes a permanent feeling that I am not good at this subject and I will never be good at it. Before our child reaches this point, we should take care of it. But how?  Don’t lie about your own fear Validate your child’s feelings by acknowledging it Never put a child down for their fear Touch therapy Be supportive but don’t go overboard Step ladder approach Additional reading: https://hes-extraordinary.com/the-step-ladder-approach Additional listening: https://anchor.fm/mothers-gurukul-podcast/episodes/Resilience-eisqri You can reach out to be through my social media handles: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothersGurukul   Twitter: https://twitter.com/alpana_deo   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpanabapat   Blog: www.mothersgurukul.com   Email: mothersgurukulpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mothers-gurukul-podcast/message

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Fear : How to help your children deal with their fear?

We, as parents, love to give directions. But they, as children, don’t like those directions. Now, there is a clash; there are arguments, disagreements, and emotional outbreaks. How to handle all this? Should we stop giving them directions? Then how they will learn what is right and wrong? Well.. wait. First, take a pause, take a deep breath. And think- as kids, did we like directions? We say parenting is challenging; we say parenting has changed. Then how can we hold on to the old parenting style? What’s that one thing you should’t be doing? - Don’t dictate, guide them. -Negotiating works better than dictating -Make it their idea -Ask questions instead of imposing your views -Avoid judgments and encourage pushback You can reach out to be through my social media handles:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothersGurukul    Twitter: https://twitter.com/alpana_deo    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpanabapat    Blog: www.mothersgurukul.com   Email: mothersgurukulpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mothers-gurukul-podcast/message

Want to raise an emotionally healthy teenager? This one thing you shouldn't be doing

When we are surrounded by such heartbreaking news, how can we stay calm? Is it possible? Or, if we want to be calm, how can we do that? Let me help you with that. I said “help” because this is the time when we should be helping each other. How to stay calm during tough times? 1. Control your breathing 2. Learn to ignore the news that disturbs us 3. Find a routine that gives you relaxation 4. Understand the situation and Look for options 5. Take a break 6. Clean eating 7. Adequate sleep 8. Talk about it Additional reading: https://mothersgurukul.com/dr-sudha-tallavajhula-discussing-sleep-disorders-tips-good-sleep/ You can reach out to be through my social media handles: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothersGurukul   Twitter: https://twitter.com/alpana_deo   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpanabapat   Blog: www.mothersgurukul.com   Email: mothersgurukulpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mothers-gurukul-podcast/message

How to stay calm in tough times? 8 tips that work

Before Covid hit us, we were in a perfect routine. Our routine was well-planned. But with online studies and work from home, our routine underwent many changes. There was no morning school or office rush. Our life was going at leisure. But when this situation wasn’t coming to an end, our so-called relaxed routine started to make us somewhat lazy. Many have experienced lethargy in their routine, work getting piled up as there is no deadline. Here I am talking about personal work. Many have joined online fitness classes and promised to continue practicing the exercises after the class duration is over. But something was lacking. It was the motivation to do it regularly. 1. Please don’t consider it a task. 2. Don’t stress out too much. 3. Make it casual. 4. Have something to motivate yourself 5. Change your self-belief 6. Don’t stay up late 7. Just start You can reach out to be through my social media handles: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothersGurukul   Twitter: https://twitter.com/alpana_deo   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpanabapat   Blog: www.mothersgurukul.com   Email: mothersgurukulpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mothers-gurukul-podcast/message

How to wake up feeling motivated every single morning

“I am a blogger” – I get mixed reactions when I say that I am a blogger. Some ask me genuineand meaningful questions like my profile as a blogger, how I got into this field, how I get paid, etc. On the other hand, some people convey with their eyes that it is not a big deal and I am doing it as a pastime. . I don’t remember if I have ever talked about why I chose parenting and lifestyle as my niche or my personal growth from being a blogger/influencer? So, let’s have a candid conversation today. Who am I - parenting and lifestyle clogger or a mommy blogger? I started with parenting as my niche because I was experiencing it when I stepped into blogging, but with time, I also explored other areas like fitness, mental health, and lifestyle. What pushed me more towards parenting? Parenting can feel like a lonely journey sometimes, even when you know so many others who have been and are in the same shoes. We look for inputs, suggestions, and quick fixes. Other resources can help moms in answering their questions. I decided to share my real-life experiences – from the complex challenges to the joyful moments that make up modern-day motherhood. Did mommy bulging contribute to my personal growth? 1. It made me a better version of myself. 2. My approach towards people’s questions has changed. 3. It has broadened my thinking. The shift I have seen in reader's patience and receptiveness: From time to time, we see Instagram or social media influencers coming into the picture. It quickly grabs viewer’s attention. But traditional blogs have once again gained popularity as more moms are looking to connect and find community. Request to all mommy bloggers: In order for others to take you and your work seriously, first you have to take it seriously. If you treat your work as a hobby, it will treat you the same. If you takeout seriously, then you will see the results. You can reach out to be through my social media handles: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothersGurukul   Twitter: https://twitter.com/alpana_deo   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpanabapat   Blog: www.mothersgurukul.com   Email: mothersgurukulpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mothers-gurukul-podcast/message

Why am I proud to be called a mommy blogger?

It is good to be a crowd-pleaser but not on the cost of compromising with our self-respect of preferences. So, how to define boundaries? And handle its consequences. Yes, I said consequences. Creating healthy boundaries is empowering. But when we implement internal and external boundaries, it wil come as a surprise to the people around us. Initially, they may not take it seriously.  Related article: Setting emotional boundaries in relationships  You can reach out to be through my social media handles: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothersGurukul   Twitter: https://twitter.com/alpana_deo   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpanabapat   Blog: www.mothersgurukul.com   Email: mothersgurukulpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mothers-gurukul-podcast/message

How to define healthy boundaries and follow through the consequences?

Let’s talk about boundaries today. What are boundaries? Boundaries show where one thing ends, and another begins. They are the limits that you put in place to protect your well-being. Boundaries can be internal and external. Internal boundaries are those which we make for ourselves. And external boundaries are those which we make for others. It also deals with our private and public image. Lately, there have been several talks about mental health. Boundaries play a crucial role in our mental health. Let’s take this as a base for understanding the boundary concept. You can reach out to be through my social media handles: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothersGurukul   Twitter: https://twitter.com/alpana_deo   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpanabapat   Blog: www.mothersgurukul.com   Email: mothersgurukulpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mothers-gurukul-podcast/message

Why do we need boundaries in the first place?

"Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless." -Mother Teresa After all, we need such words to keep going, find happiness around us and spread joy among the people around us.It is hard to believe that we have been living through the coronavirus pandemic since the early days of 2020. For many, these past few months feel more like a decade. As communicators, though, we know that meaning is conveyed not just in what you say but in how you say it.  You can reach out to be through my social media handles: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothersGurukul   Twitter: https://twitter.com/alpana_deo   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpanabapat   Blog: www.mothersgurukul.com   Email: mothersgurukulpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mothers-gurukul-podcast/message

The three magic words that can make a big difference in someone’s life

For children, their introduction to music begins way before s(he) comes into this world. The moment a baby is conceived, there are waves transmitted to the fetus. When the mother talks or humm or is listening to any music, the baby also feels the vibrations. That is why it is always advisable for the mom-to-be to listen to soothing music. We moms experience the movements of our babies when we listen to different kinds of sounds. The formal introduction happens when they come into the world. Even an infant can differentiate between high and low pitch. Parents often make different sounds to create some instant music. Let us see why and how to incorporate music into kids routine. You can reach out to be through my social media handles: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothersGurukul   Twitter: https://twitter.com/alpana_deo   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpanabapat   Blog: www.mothersgurukul.com   Email: mothersgurukulpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mothers-gurukul-podcast/message

Why and How to Incorporate Music into Kids Routine

Music is a fundamental attribute of the human species. You turn on your favorite song, and you automatically start humming or singing. Music instantly improves our mood and mind state. If we are upset with something and hear some soothing music, how quickly do we feel better? It doesn’t happen without any reason. Research has found that when we listen to music, it triggers a release of Dopamine – a naturally occurring happy chemical to the brain. Now Dopamine is not only released during peak musical moments but also when we anticipate those moments. The human brain and nervous system are hard-wired to distinguish music from noise and respond to rhythm and repetition, tones and tunes. How can something intangible be so powerful? You can reach out to be through my social media handles: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothersGurukul   Twitter: https://twitter.com/alpana_deo   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpanabapat   Blog: www.mothersgurukul.com   Email: mothersgurukulpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mothers-gurukul-podcast/message

Positive Effects of Music: How can something intangible be so powerful?

Although this Mother’s Day will be different from any Mother’s Day we have celebrated before, it doesn’t have to be any less unique. I hope the above ideas have inspired you to create a memorable and meaningful virtual Mother’s Day celebration! No matter the type of virtual Mothers’ Day celebration you choose, your thoughts are the most important thing. When we are moms, we will surely agree on one thing - Being a mom isn’t always easy, but it can always be rewarding. You can reach out to be through my social media handles: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothersGurukul   Twitter: https://twitter.com/alpana_deo   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpanabapat   Blog: www.mothersgurukul.com   Email: mothersgurukulpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mothers-gurukul-podcast/message

Happy Mother's Day : Virtual Mother's Day Celebration Ideas

Today, we all are going through a tough time. I hear concerned parents talking about their kid’s mental and emotional state. I am also a parent, and I can completely understand their concern. According to me, if we can convince our kids to develop a habit of journaling, then it will benefit them a lot in the long run. Let’s talk about the benefits of journaling for kids. Additional reading: The art of Journaling https://dailystoic.com/journaling/ You can reach out to be through my social media handles: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothersGurukul   Twitter: https://twitter.com/alpana_deo   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpanabapat   Blog: www.mothersgurukul.com   Email: mothersgurukulpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mothers-gurukul-podcast/message

Journaling: Benefits of journaling for kids

Today’s episode is going to be a little different from our earlier one’s. It will be a combination of a story followed by some discussion. At mothers gurukul, I talk about various aspects of parenting. As parents, we keep a close watch on our kid’s behavior, personality, their mental health. When we talk about mental health, parent’s separation is one such area that has a significant impact on kids. thinking about a positive scenario then in some cases, parents do get a second chance. And That’s what we will talking about today. You can reach out to be through my social media handles: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothersGurukul   Twitter: https://twitter.com/alpana_deo   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpanabapat   Blog: www.mothersgurukul.com   Email: mothersgurukulpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mothers-gurukul-podcast/message

How Do Kids React To Parental Separation?

Women empowerment has become one of the trending hashtags. March 8th is marked as International Women’s Day. Sometimes when I see such days, I strongly feel that is just one day enough to feel empowered? Or, to put it differently, then why we need any such day in the first place? Only by celebrating it is it solving the purpose of empowerment? Why can’t we have this feeling for 365 days? When we understand its true meaning, I don’t think we will need any such day to remind society of empowering women. So, how can we do that? I understand change does not happen all of a sudden. But we can do whatever is in our hands. Do you agree? Hindi Podcast: Baton Baton Mein Podcast You can reach out to be through my social media handles: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothersGurukul   Twitter: https://twitter.com/alpana_deo   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpanabapat   Blog: www.mothersgurukul.com   Email: mothersgurukulpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mothers-gurukul-podcast/message

Empowering women should start from growing and using the power we already have

We all like to look confident on camera or in the video. Those in creative fields have to come in front of the camera or conduct live sessions occasionally. But not all are comfortable in it. They want to overcome that block, but something is holding them back. In today’s episode, let us talk about overcoming it and going in front of the camera with confidence.  You can reach out to be through my social media handles: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MothersGurukul   Twitter: https://twitter.com/alpana_deo   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alpanabapat   Blog: www.mothersgurukul.com   Email: mothersgurukulpodcast@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mothers-gurukul-podcast/message

How to look and feel more confident in front of the camera

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