Life Update! And my Christmas intentions to be a calm, happy parent!

Life Update! And my Christmas intentions to be a calm, happy parent!

Ever feel like there's NOT enough time to accomplish what you want? Well, this is definitely where I am finding myself right now! In this little mini episode I go into why I am taking a little recording break - don't worry! I'll be back before you know it! Wishing you all a super, duper lovely Christmas with a little tiny bit of self-care time squeezed into the fun, social chaos. With love, Jolanthe x Get in touch with me: * Email: hello@amidthemess.com [hello@amidthemess.com] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/ [https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/] * YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jolanthedekoning [https://www.youtube.com/@jolanthedekoning]

The Uplifting Truth About Your Marriage, Even if You Feel Incompatible | David Helfand

When stress and the parenting rat-race get the better of you, and you’re being snappy with each other… Or when you feel you are just SO different from each other… don’t lose hope. Dr. David Helfand, licensed psychologist, has some really uplifting news for you. He shares neuroscience-based insights into how relationships work (and don’t work), AND he gives lots of practical advice for any couples struggling to relate well with each other. Listen to this even if your relationship is NOT struggling - as it’s a great insight into how to keep things going strong into the future. With love, Jolanthe x Found out more about David: * Website: https://marriagequest.org/ [https://marriagequest.org/]  * Email: drh@lifewisevt.com [drh@lifewisevt.com]  Get in touch with me: * Email: hello@amidthemess.com [hello@amidthemess.com] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/ [https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/] * YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jolanthedekoning [https://www.youtube.com/@jolanthedekoning]

Stay Younger by Changing How You (and Your Children) Think About Ageing | Corinne Auman

You may be buying the anti-wrinkle cream or going hard on the collagen powder… But what if how you THINK can also massively affect how you age? Corinne Auman is passionate about this message. Together we dive into all the ways that society (and us ourselves) can be ageist, and how this negatively affects our own experience of ageing. This episode is for anyone who might feel nervous about getting older. It’s a really POSITIVE and hopeful message!  With love, Jolanthe x Found out more about Corinne Auman: * Book: https://corinneauman.com/books/ [https://corinneauman.com/books/]  * Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/corinneauman/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/corinneauman/]  Get in touch with me: * Email: hello@amidthemess.com [hello@amidthemess.com] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/ [https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/] * YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jolanthedekoning [https://www.youtube.com/@jolanthedekoning]

Dealing with Anger as a Parent and How to Enjoy Christmas Amid Family Chaos | Sally Stockreisser

Since becoming a parent, I have felt on edge so. much. more. often. How about you? We have SO MUCH on our plates, and at the same time want to do it all so well, that emotions can get the better of us. (Anger, frustration… even feeling down in the dumps? I hear you.) Sally Stockreisser gives us the skills to have a more empowered emotional experience in this crazy journey called parenthood. Listen in if: * Anger is a constant friend/foe in your household * You grieve your life before children * You feel you’re failing at this parenting business! With love, Jolanthe x Found out more about Sally: * Website: https://www.coachingillumination.com/ [https://www.coachingillumination.com/]  * Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallystockreisser/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallystockreisser/]  Get in touch with me: * Email: hello@amidthemess.com [hello@amidthemess.com] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/ [https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/] * YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jolanthedekoning [https://www.youtube.com/@jolanthedekoning]

The Truth about Childhood Obesity, GLP-1 Medications and Ultra Processed Food | Evan Nadler

Be honest…. Have you had judgemental thoughts about parents who let their children become obese? (I say this with love and compassion, both to families struggling with obesity and to those who are judgemental!) Enter Evan Nadler, a paediatric surgeon with 20 years’ experience treating children with obesity. In our conversation he’ll shed light on what’s REALLY behind the obesity problem, and how society needs to shift in behaviours AND in attitudes. Even if you are not affected by obesity, this is one you’ll want to listen to! With love, Jolanthe x Found out more about Evan: * Website: https://www.obesityexplained.com/ [https://www.obesityexplained.com/]  * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@obesityexplained [https://www.youtube.com/@obesityexplained]  Get in touch with me: * Email: hello@amidthemess.com [hello@amidthemess.com] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/ [https://www.instagram.com/jolanthe_de_koning/] * YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jolanthedekoning [https://www.youtube.com/@jolanthedekoning]