"I'm gonna try to do things differently, even though I'm frustrated too. I know I'm gonna say something similar to that [critical, hard love] so I'm just gonna bite my tongue, walk away, and come back at a later time when I'm ready to say something helpful. Recognizing the signs within myself so I don't blow up and say something that could be very hurtful to them."
In this Mother's Day special, Jennifer Jimenez Wong, LMFT unfolds her experiences as a therapist parent. Jennifer shared how she successfully managed (still managing) being a mother of three, a full-time clinical supervisor at a non-profit, a part-time private practice therapist, a wife, and a caretaker to her elderly parents. Jennifer opened up about some of the parenting challenges she faced during the pandemic, and the silver linings of shelter-in-place.
We also talked about how the Filipino food, Pinakbet, is similar to motherhood, her one minute-mindfulness practice, and utilizing mental health services as a mental health professional. Hope you enjoy this episode!
Books mentioned: Big Life Journal, How to talk so kids will listen & Listen so kids will talk (Faber & Mazlish)
Pinakbet recipe: https://www.kawalingpinoy.com/pinakbet/

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