Send us a textWhat if your family had a shared language for hard days? One that told the truth without handing kids the weight of adult problems? That’s the heart of our conversation with Kendall Concini, mum, program design pro, and the voice behind Cloudy Day Chronicles, a children’s book co-created with her four-year-old to make mental health talkable, gentle and real.Kendall shares how years in person-centred program work shaped a simple metaphor that sticks: emotions as weather. Clouds pass. Tornadoes whirl. Rocks need time. We unpack how that language transforms everyday friction like sleepless nights, shoe stand-offs and sensory overload, into moments of connection and repair. Instead of “cheer up mum,” kids learn to keep playing while respecting boundaries; parents learn to name states, take a reset and come back regulated. We also dive into the publishing journey: why Kendall chose self-publishing to protect her daughter’s voice, how “too big” words can help children feel powerful, and what happens when the market asks for happy-only stories that don’t match real life.From early emotional literacy to practical scripts you can use today, this episode blends honest parenting, mental health advocacy and creative courage. You’ll hear concrete ways to introduce feelings, plus tips for bringing humane rhythms into work and home. If you’ve ever wondered how to talk to kids about depression without making them responsible for it, this warm, clear approach shows the way.Subscribe for more candid, useful conversations, share this with a parent who needs hope, and leave a review to help others find the show. Got a “weather word” your family uses? Connect with Kendall on Instagram @cloudydaychronicles.Support the show🎧 Loved this episode? Here’s how you can connect! Get free resources to help simplify your life: beyondorganised.com/toolkit Join the She's Organised Hub. A coaching community and space for women like you to reclaim balance and order in your life. Want more personalised help? Book here to have Mel go through a FREE 20 Minute Clarity Call with you to direct you towards the best coaching option. Spots are limited. Let’s continue the conversation and follow me on Instagram and Threads: @shes.organised If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and leave a review! It helps more people like you find the show. 💚 Remember, organising is a tool to live the purposeful life beyond it. See you next time!

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