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Parenting Through Connection with Megan
Welcome to “Parenting Through Connection” with Megan Lachance, a podcast where we dive into the real struggles and complexities of parenting with honesty, hope, and practical strategies. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of raising kids while juggling life’s demands, you're not alone.
Each episode explores both sides of the parenting journey: managing stress and societal expectations, and building strong, meaningful relationships with your children. We’ll talk about the tough stuff; the things people don’t want to talk about or try to hide yet everyone experiences, the moments of feeling stuck and the times when parenting doesn’t feel like the dream you imagined…the ‘hidden’ parts of parenting that results in yelling, anger & sometimes even rage. Through relatable stories, mini coaching sessions, and actionable tips, Megan will help you break through the barriers that keep you feeling stuck, offering support and encouragement to help you find balance.
Parenting doesn’t have to be a daily struggle. Let’s normalize the challenges, let go of shame, and discover ways to enjoy the journey while strengthening your connection with your kids. So tune into “Parenting Through Connection” for a dose of hope, real talk, and the support you need to thrive as a parent.
Parenting Through Connection with Megan
Episode 16: Why Emotions Aren't the Enemy
It’s not easy to be angry, sad, frustrated, or confused. “Negative” emotions get a bad reputation, but what if they weren’t just there to ruin your day? What if our shifts in energy are actually invitations to connect more deeply with ourselves and our kids? Today on Parenting Through Connection I’m talking you through the hidden messages of our feelings and why your greatest strength lies in your ability to feel. Growing up, many of us were taught to push emotions away. If you’ve ever caught yourself trying to control, push down, or “overcome” the way you feel, this episode will teach you how to welcome and process your emotional state so that you and your kids can embrace safety, trust, and real connection.
Listen for more on:
- How childhood phrases like “stop crying” or “calm down” shaped our own discomfort with emotions
- My personal story of bottling up anger and how that pattern showed up again in motherhood
- Why teaching kids to suppress feelings leads to disconnection, lying, and shame
- The simple, but powerful pause that creates space between feeling and reacting
- How my own kids became better at moving through big feelings
When we stop treating emotions as enemies and start welcoming them as messengers, everything changes. Are you ready to start this work in your own home? My Making Sense of Emotions Guide is full of practical tools to help you start reframing emotions today and how to process them effectively. No parent should feel like they’re doing this alone. Please share this episode with someone in your world who could use a little encouragement today. I’ll see you next time!
Connect with Megan:
Website: https://www.parentingthroughconnection.ca/
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/parentingwithmegan
Rooted in the Middle program: https://www.parentingthroughconnection.ca/rooted-in-the-middle
1:1 Coaching: https://www.parentingthroughconnection.ca/coaching
Parenting Membership: https://www.parentingthroughconnection.ca/connectedparentingcircle
