Reflective Parenting by Curious Neuron

Why self-care isn't working for you

Cindy Hovington, Ph.D. Season 9 Episode 1

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I'm Back! 


After five months away from the microphone, I'm finally back.

If you've been wondering where I've been, thank you for checking in. Your emails, messages, and support meant more to me than you know.

I explain what happened in this episode and share how this time away also gave me space to reflect.

In also share what I've been learning about capacity the idea that our ability to cope, connect, parent, and respond changes throughout the day based on what's happening around us and within us.

We often tell ourselves that we don't have time for self-care.

But what if the real question isn't about self-care at all?

What if it's about learning to notice and respond to our needs?

In this episode, we explore:

  • Why "I don't have time for self-care" may be the wrong question
  • What Capacity Mountain taught me about stress and emotional well-being
  • The three categories of needs that most parents overlook: Body, Mind, and Connection
  • How small intentional pauses can help you show up differently for your child
  • Why many of us have forgotten what our needs even are
  • A simple way to start noticing what is draining—and replenishing—your capacity

This episode marks a new chapter for the podcast and for Curious Neuron.

Whether you've been here since the beginning or you're joining for the first time, I'm grateful you're here.

Let's reconnect, reflect, and continue this journey together.


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