The Raising Emotionally Intelligent Humans Podcast
A podcast for moms seeking to raise emotionally intelligent children by first developing their own emotional intelligence. Host Heidi Lindeman, a therapist and single mother, shares honest stories from motherhood that challenge, soften, and change her. The show explores emotional awareness, nervous system regulation, and real-life growth rather than parenting techniques or perfection.
Episodes
Why Playing Like a Four-Year-Old Changed My Whole Birthday
Heidi shares her experience of celebrating her fortieth birthday and the moments of joy, playfulness, and emotional connection that she experienced with her friends and family. She emphasizes the importance of self-nourishment and its positive impact on parenting.TakeawaysSelf-nourishment and emotional well-being positively impact parenting.Creating a space for playfulness and emotional connection
The Bold 40th Birthday Move
Heidi shares a personal story about making a bold move and changing her birthday plans, emphasizing the importance of playfulness and freedom in her life. This episode, she's also practicing something new — leaning into more intentional pauses in her storytelling, part of what she's working on in a speaking class with Jen at Renegade Motherhood.TakeawaysPlayfulness and freedom are essential for pe
The Grocery Store Mis-Happen-ing
In this episode, Heidi shares her experiences with her kindergartner and their trip to the grocery store. The story highlights the challenges of regulating emotions, navigating school lunches, and the complexities of parenting during the transition to school.TakeawaysEmotional regulation is a key aspect of parenting, especially during transitions like the start of school.Navigating school lunches
The Chicken Nugget Saga
Heidi shares the 'Chicken Nugget Saga' involving her daughter's strong desire for chicken nuggets and the emotional journey that follows. The story raises questions about parenting, boundaries, and emotional regulation.TakeawaysParenting involves navigating boundaries and emotions with children.Children's strong desires and emotions can challenge parents to find a balance between setting boundarie
The Rollercoaster of Feels to Kindergarten
Heidi shares her emotional journey as her child transitions from preschool to kindergarten, expressing her feelings of pride, anxiety, and the challenges of managing time and emotions during the drop-off process. She emphasizes the importance of honoring and taking care of oneself during this transition.TakeawaysEmotional journey of a parent during a child's transition to kindergartenImportance of
From Chaos to Playfulness
The conversation explores the challenges of parenting and the importance of empathy, connection, and boundary-setting during difficult moments. It delves into the chaos of dinner time, the struggle of holding boundaries while holding space, the power of play and connection in shifting energy, and the real-life application of emotional intelligence in parenting. The key takeaways include the import
The 2 Things that Changed my Mornings from Frustration to Flowing Joy
The podcast episode explores the impact of morning routines and emotional connections on the overall experience of parenting. Heidi shares two stories to illustrate how different mornings can feel based on 2 small changes. It delves into the challenges of a typical morning routine, the transformative impact of emotional connection, and game-changing tips for a smoother morning routine.Heidi mentio
EP6: Birth Story Baby 2 - Mini Series
Heidi shares her journey of becoming a single mom by choice, focusing on the birth of her second child. She discusses her podcasting journey, preparation for birth, arrival at the hospital, early labor experience, intense labor and delivery, post-delivery and hospital stay, first family moments at home, and concludes with plans for future episodes.TakeawaysPreparation for birth involves unexpected
My Baby’s Growing: The Big Feelings of Sending Your Baby to Kindergarten (Special Episode)
The podcast episode revolves around the emotional journey of a mother as her child prepares to enter kindergarten. It explores the logistical and emotional aspects of this transition, highlighting the need for emotional support and connection among mothers during this phase.Go here to read more about the Kindergarten Mom Gathering and register. https://selfgroundedtherapy.org/mom-were-growing/I
EP5. Getting Pregnant AGAIN!? My Quest to Make a Libra Baby – Mini Series
Heidi Lindeman shares her experience of preparing for a second child as a single mom by choice, navigating pregnancy with a toddler, and the emotional journey of pregnancy. She discusses her initial reluctance, the challenges of pregnancy, and the anticipation of her baby's arrival. She delves into the fixation on having a Libra baby and the importance of astrology to her. She discovers that not a
Mini-Series: EP 3 Pregnant? Now What?! And a Traumatic Birthing Experience
The conversation covers the early pregnancy experience, the pressure and expectations of motherhood, and the painful birth experience. It delves into the anxiety and doubts during early pregnancy, the pressure to meet expectations of motherhood, and the traumatic and painful birth experience. The speaker, Heidi Lindeman, shares her personal journey, highlighting the emotional and physical challeng
Mini-Series EP 2: The Many Feelings of Miscarriages (Trigger warning)
The podcast episode delves into the speaker's journey to motherhood and her experiences with multiple miscarriages. Each miscarriage is described with its unique emotional and physical impact, highlighting the diversity of experiences in dealing with pregnancy loss.Trigger Warning - explicitly talking about pregnancy loss.TakeawaysMiscarriage experiences varyEmotional and physical impact of miscar
Mini Series: Ep 1: Single Mom by Choice...How'd that Happen?
Heidi Lindeman shares her journey to becoming a single mom by choice, from her childhood desire to be a mom to exploring donor options and experiencing miscarriages. Her story highlights the importance of trust, self-awareness, and the desire to become a mother.TakeawaysSingle mom by choiceJourney to motherhood"Single Mothers by Choice (SMC) was founded in 1981 by Jane Mattes, LCSW." Check out the
Episode 7: Singing Randomly; Shift the Emotional Energy
In this episode, Heidi Lindeman shares a personal story about the chaos of dinner time, creating a calm space, and shifting energy through singing as a parenting strategy. The key takeaways include the use of singing as a tool for emotional regulation and creating a calm and connected environment for children.TakeawaysSinging as a parenting strategyEmotional regulation through singingChapters00:00
Episode 6: Calmer Parenting; how a conversation with a friends shifted everything.
The podcast episode revolves around a story of a parenting experience, highlighting the challenges and strategies for regulating emotions and managing difficult situations with children. It highlights how connection with a dear friend shift emotional experiences. It covers the urgency and rush, a playground incident, and the process of returning home, showcasing the importance of emotional regulat
Episode 5: Unexpected Calm with Two Littles
In this episode, Heidi Lindeman shares a personal story of unexpected calm and gratitude after the birth of her second child. She reflects on the moments of joy, awe, and love, emphasizing the importance of embracing all feelings in parenting and life.TakeawaysUnexpected calmGratitudeChapters00:00 The Unexpected Calm09:08 Managing Two Kids Alone
Episode 4: Fear, Ghost, Spirits, and Intuitive Knowing to Grow Safety
The podcast episode explores the intersection of spirituality, children, and setting boundaries with spirits. It delves into the experiences of the host and her children in navigating the spiritual realm, empowering children, and teaching them to set boundaries with spirits. The episode emphasizes the importance of empathy, compassion, and personal growth in the context of spiritual awareness and
Episode 3: The Height of Anger - Overwhelmed Mama
The episode explores the challenges of parenting and the experience of intense anger. It emphasizes the importance of community and support, shares a personal story of overwhelming moments, and delves into the impact of intense anger on relationships. The episode also discusses recognizing and addressing intense anger, repairing relationships after such moments, and managing anger through emotiona
Episode 2: Bedtime Struggles - The Rise of Anger
Heidi Lindeman, a therapist and single mom, shares her personal journey with anger and how she learned to manage it. She discusses a specific incident with her children during bedtime and reflects on her emotional response, providing insights into building emotional intelligence.TakeawaysAnger is a signal that our needs aren't being fully met.Exploring moments of discomfort and anger, and discussi
Episode 1: Knowing What Kids Need Emotionally
The podcast episode features a discussion on emotional intelligence and the journey of a single mom in raising emotionally intelligent children. It emphasizes the importance of community support and the role of love and compassion in responding to children's emotions. The episode also highlights the significance of teaching emotional awareness and meeting emotional needs, while balancing love and
The Raising Emotionally Intelligent Humans Podcast Launch
Heidi Lindeman announces the launch of her podcast, 'The Raising Emotionally Intelligent Humans Podcast,' where she shares real stories from her life as a single mom and discusses emotional intelligence, parenting, and creating a better world for children. The podcast aims to provide support and guidance to parents, especially mothers, in understanding and managing emotions.TakeawaysEmotional Inte
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