Voices of Parenting

I am back with my sister, Menucha Klyne, for yet another amazing podcast! In this weeks episode we are talking about how due to our pasts, sometimes we have a difficult time dealing with our presents, and that's okay! We always talk about how Stand One in NHA is Absolutely No to negativity but this week we talk about how sometimes we need to own and recognize it.Tune in to hear all we have to say on the topic!You can contact Menucha viaEmail: MenuchaKlyneNHA@Gmail.ComPhone or Text: (845) 293-3145

In this weeks episode I am back with the amazing Yocheved Rottenberg. This week we are chatting about how, even though we really want to live our lives according to NHA's standards, sometimes we don't live up to our expectations, because we are human, and we get upset or lose confidence in our ability to successfully stick with NHA. Tune in to what Yocheved and I have to say on this topic and how there are good ways to cope when insecurities arise.Yocheved is an IFS therapist, therapeutic writing teacher, NHA Trainer and Author. She works with Jewish women.If you would like to get in contact her, you can reach her viaWebsite: WriteYourWayHome.ComEmail: Yocheved@WriteYourWayHome.Comor Info@WriteYourWayHome.Com

In this weeks episode, I am chatting with one of my lovely sisters, Menucha Klyne. Menucha is an NHA Trainer and Coach and has a special passion for bringing NHA to schools. Today we chat about how as moms, we sometimes get a lot of guilt when we don't feel like we are always doing our best. Menucha talks about how NHA can help us when these feelings start to arise.You can contact Menucha viaWhatsApp/Messaging: (845) 293-3145Email: MenuchaKlyneNHA.Gmail.Com

Today I am with the incredible Yocheved. Yocheved is a therapeutic writing teacher, IFS therapist, and author who works with Jewish women all around the world to help them learn how to utilize Nurtured Heart and the 3 stands on THEMSELVES. We always talk about how we can use NHA for our children, but today Yocheved and I talk about how we can use it for ourselves and how it can transform our lives in ways we can only dream of.Tune in to hear this once in a life time masterpiece.If you would like to get in contact with Yocheved, you can reach her viaWebsite: WriteYourWayHome.ComEmail: Yocheved@WriteYourWayHome.Com or Info@WriteYourWayHome.Com

I am back once again with the one and only Ari! Last week she spoke about how she helps parents navigate sleep training their toddlers through the Nurtured Heart Approach. This week we tackle the difficult topic of potty training. Tune in to hear all of Ari's wisdom and knowledge on the subject! You can contact Ari byInstagram: @TodspotEmail: Arianne@Todspot.com

In this weeks episode, I am back with Ari and she is talking about how she helps parents sleep train their children using the Nurtured Heart Approach. Tune in to hear all that she has to say on the topic!You can contact Ari byInstagram: @TodspotEmail: Arianne@Todspot.com

In this weeks episode, I am back with Lexi Kindred. Lexi talks to me about multiple different ideas that she uses inside the classroom that help her connect with the challenging students and also helps those students raise their confidence levels and self worth. Tune in to hear everything she has to say!You can contact Lexi viaTeachers Pay Teachers: Inspire Greatness WithinBlog: LexiKindred.comEmail: LexiKindredCreations@Gmail.com

This week I am chatting with Arianne. Arianne is an avid Nurtured Heart advocate who helps woman with mom related topics, especially on the early years of their child's life. Arianne talks about how much NHA has influenced her both as a professional and as a mother. Tune in to hear her story and why she believes everyone can benefit from bringing some NHA into their lives.You can contact Arianne byInstagram: @TodspotEmail: Arianne@Todspot.com

In this week's episode I chat with Lexi Kindred. Lexi talks about how she got into the Nurtured Heart lifestyle and how much it has enhanced and enriched her life, both as a teacher and as a mother.To contact Lexi, you can reach out to her viaTeachers Pay Teachers: Inspire Greatness WithinWebsite: LexiKindred.comEmail: LexiKindredCreations@Gmail.com

Join on us on a great follow up conversation to the last episode with Marcie Towle.To find Marcie go to DragonFireCoaching.com and for her free gift head over to:dragonfirecoaching.com/?page=offers/negativity-leaks.php

What an honest and brave conversation I had with Marcie here. Join us as we traverse the real struggles in recognizing what we do and don't control and the benefits of letting go.Simple but not easy!To find Marcie go to DragonFireCoaching.com and for her free gift head over to dragonfirecoaching.com/?page=offers/negativity-leaks.phpEnjoy!

Join us for part 2 on community building with Freddy Mendoza. This episode has some great tips and ideas on having effective and successful conversations in community, parenting and education. Enjoy!To reach Freddy Mendoza look him up on facebook with his name and say hi!

Have you ever felt so alone? Like no one in the world understands you? You're not the only one. In this weeks episode I chat with Freddy about the importance of community and how it can help eliminate the feeling of isolation and aloneness.If you'd like to reach Freddy you can reach him via email: Freddy@NurturedHeartInstitute.com

In this week's podcast, I am back with Yehudit Sarah. Last week we spoke about recognizing the child who "acts in". In this week's podcast we are delving in to how we can actually connect and communicate with those children so they do not feel left behind or neglected.If you'd like to reach out to Yehudit Sarah, you can email her at Janet.Waller@gmail.com.

We've all experienced the child who "acts out". But do you recognize the child who "acts in"? The child who doesn't do anything wrong, may in fact do everything perfect right, be the star student, the teachers pet, but is secretly yearning for more attention? The child who doesn't feel seen at all, even though they're getting attention for their accomplishments? In this weeks episode, I chat with Yehudit Sarah about how we can help make EVERYONE feel included, and how to keep on top of ourselves so as to not let any child fall through the cracks.If you'd like to reach out to Yehudit Sarah, you can email her at Janet.Waller@gmail.com.

Have you ever had chronic pain, or maybe immense pain that happened out of nowhere, and you can't seem to find the answer as to what's causing it out of the blue? We don't always need copays and medicine to cure our physical pains. Many times, our emotional pain manifests into physical pain. Tune into this weeks episode to hear Chanie's amazing insight into how we can help ourselves emotionally feel better when it feels like we are physically under the weather.You can contact Chanie by:Instagram/Facebook - @LiveLoveInnerPeacePodcast - Reclaim Your VoiceEmail - ReclaimYourVoicePodcast@gmail.comText/Call - (650) 575-3567

In this week's episode, I am once again chatting with my amazing sister, Chanie. Chanie talks with me about how to communicate with your children when they are dysregulated and talks to you, the parent, in an aggressive, or perhaps, disrespectful manner. Chanie brings in multiple personal stories in which she has used her techniques, and it is something everybody should listen to! You can contact Chanie by: Instagram/Facebook - @LiveLoveInnerPeace Podcast - Reclaim Your Voice Email - ReclaimYourVoicePodcast@gmail.com

In this week's podcast, I am talking to Yehudit Sarah who actually attended my CTI training this past Fall, even though she is already certified in the Nurtured Heart Approach. Yehudit Sarah talks about how she came to finding the NHA and how she combined it with her now 40+ years of teaching. Tune in to hear everything she has to say! To contact Yehudit Sarah, feel free to email her at Janet.Waller@gmail.com

What a treat to "shmooze" with my teacher and mentor of Nurtured Heart Approach, Howard Glasser. This man is the reason this approach exists- because he stops at nothing when it comes to believing in the purposefulness of people and the power of greatness. We dive into one of the lessons he taught in his book "Igniting Greatness" and have such fun diving deep into it's message. Enjoy! To find more on and from Howard, visit NurturedHeartInstitute.com. You'll find upcoming trainings, recorded classes and other NHA resources. (I'm featured in two of the classes too!)

In this weeks podcast, I am back chatting with Joyce! This week we are chatting about how to navigate our own frustrations when our children use up all of our patience. Tune in to hear relatable stories on how we have previously dealt with these sort of situations, and how we suggest navigating them going forward. If you want to reach out to Joyce, you can reach her via WhatsApp: (507) 6673-5074 or Instagram: @BuildingUpKids

In this weeks episode, meet Joyce Abadi: My first ever Nurtured Heart student! In this week's episode Joyce talks all about her journey with Nurtured Heart, how she got interested in it, what got her passionate about it, and how she's helping 140+ women with their own Nurtured Heart journeys today! If you want to reach out to Joyce, you can reach her via WhatsApp: (507) 6673-5074 or Instagram: BuildingUpKids

In this weeks episode, I am once again in a group training where I am helping wonderful women navigate how and when to use the 3 stands on our children when they are acting out. In some group trainings, we do a "Hot Seat" class where one of the awesome ladies asks me a question, and I answer it in a conversation based class. Tune in to hear and if you are interested in joining a group training yourself sometime, you are welcome to check it out at MussiDiskin.com/groupcoaching. I hope to see you soon!

Today I'm going to explore the Nurtured Heart application to a child who is so upset by anything that doesn't go their way, that they even resort to aggression. We explore this in two parts. In last weeks episode we addressed how to navigate the actual moment while applying the 3 STANDS of NHA. In this weeks episode, we talk about what we can do after the fact to be proactive in preventing this type of behavior in the future. Enjoy!

In this week's episode I'm going to explore the Nurtured Heart application to a child who is so upset by anything that doesn't go their way, that they even resort to aggression. We explore this in two parts. In today's episode we address how to navigate the actual moment while applying the 3 STANDS of NHA. In next weeks episode, we will talk about what we can do after the fact to be proactive in preventing this type of behavior in the future. Enjoy!

In this weeks episode I take you, the viewers, through a guided meditation on how to help accept and invite fear, passion, anger, and more into our lives. I talk about the importance of not only not shunning these feelings away in ourselves and in our children, but how to embrace them as well!

This weeks episode is a sneak preview into what we call "Continued Education" in our bi monthly coaching group. Once a month we dedicate the 2nd portion of our class towards continued education on concepts of parenting. In the following episode we delve into the concept of clarity in our parenting. To find out more about group coaching, or to join this amazing crew of fantastic women, go to MussiDiskin.com/GroupCoaching. Hope to see you there!

In this week's podcast I talk about how to communicate with your child who is sneaking around your rules in different ways, namely with food, and how in doing so in a healthy manner, can help, exponentially, in your childs future. Tune in to hear how I tie NHA's 3 Stands into this topic!

This week, I have a father and daughter duo doing a special podcast while I am in NY doing the Nurtured Heart Intensive training! Freddy & Serena Mendoza are both Nurtured Heart trainers and they talk about the importance of communicating effectively with your children throughout their lives, but especially in their teenage years, when it is vital for your children to make their own decisions. Tune in to this weeks podcast to hear what they both have to say on this topic!

In this weeks episode, I am chatting with my sister, Chanie Volovik. Chanie is a certified somatic practitioner and a wise mom of 4. We talk all about the importance of allowing our children to feel the emotions that they are feeling, regardless of what that emotion is. Chanie talks about things such as how giving our child a proverbial band-aid, such as a candy, to help soothe them, can actually be causing our child more harm emotionally in the long run, and so much more! You can contact Chanie by: Instagram/Facebook - @LiveLoveInnerPeace Podcast - Reclaim Your Voice Email - ReclaimYourVoicePodcast@gmail.com

My guest Bryan Connolly learned NHA in the “field” in a very intense special-ed classroom. He was applying the stands during moments that would scare most of us. Listen in to his story and experience. Join the Nurtured Heart Approach Facebook group for amazingly written insight and posts from this deep and insightful man

In this weeks podcast I am chatting again with the one and only Devorah Levin. A couple of months ago, Devorah and I chatted about "Transforming the Hitter in Preschool with NHA" and todays episode is a continuation of that where Devorah expounds upon the 3 stands of NHA on how to have the most smoothly functioning classroom possible. Devorah focuses a lot on how to "energize" a child when they may seem like they are acting out or being difficult, but actually simply want our attention. To reach out to Devorah, you can contact her by phone at (650) 561-6013 or by email at Devorah@chabadpaloalto.com.

In this weeks podcast, I have invited back my brother, Avrohom Levin, and sister, Fraidy Gerlitzky, to chat! They are both marriage coaches, Avrohom primarily for husbands and Fraidy for wives. Tune in to listen to their amazing words of advice on how a parent can navigate their frustrations of balancing being a good parent and a being a good spouse when their spouse has different parenting tactics. Contact Information: Fraidy Gerlitzky: Fraidy.Relationshift@gmail.com Avrohom Levin: AvrohomLevin@gmail.com or (201) 870-1770

GUYS! Registration CLOSES TODAY! October 1st, 2024! If you are on the fence, listen to this vulnerable, honest and empowering conversation with my sister Rivkie Brownstien. For her CTI was not about teaching or parenting. For her it was about her own negative relationship with HERSELF. And boy have things changed for her! Register here at MussiDiskin.com/registration Donate to the scholarship fund here. If you missed the deadline or you have any questions, please reach out to MussiDiskinCTI@gmail.com

In this weeks episode, I am chatting with Chanie Fogelman. Chanie lives in Massachusetts with her husband, and they have a Chabad House (Jewish Outreach Center). Chanie talks about how she got connected with me multiple years ago, and that she attended a Nurtured Heart workshop that I hosted. Through that, Chanie got so inspired to finally pursue the Afterschool program that she had wanted to open for awhile, and she speaks about how becoming certified in the Nurtured Heart Approach has benefited her life tremendously. Both in her career and in her personal life. Here is the link to my website! MussiDiskin.com/Registration Here is the link to donate! https://www.nurturedheartfoundation.org/donate/donate-jewish-womens-fund Here is the link to apply for a scholarship! https://www.mussidiskin.com/ctischolarship

This week I had the honor of chatting with both Richard and Mattie. Both have gone to multiple Nurtured Heart Approach Intensives and they talk about their experience with them. Richard talks about how his experience from his first intensive 15 years ago has evolved to his experience with the intensives now. Mattie is newer to NHA, having started about 4 years ago, and she talks about how the intensives were transformative for her. If you are interested in the CTI scholarship, click this link: https://www.mussidiskin.com/ctischolarship Here is the link to my website! http://mussidiskin.com/registration

This week, I had an amazing conversation with Yiska. Around 3 years ago, she partook in the CTI immersive training, and as she says, it was transformative. In this podcast, Yiska speaks all about her journey in becoming a Certified Trainer in Nurtured Heart, and how it benefited her life! To reach out to Yiska, you can email her at Monseynurturedheart@gmail.com.

In this weeks podcast, it is Part 2 (see the previous episode for Part 1) of me speaking to Devorah Leah & Menucha! They are a mother and daughter duo, living different life styles in the most respectful and connected way. Together they speak about the amazing effect that Nurtured Heart had on their relationship, and how Devorah Leah, the mom, learned (through Nurtured Heart courses) to fully connect and have a healthy relationship with her daughter, as she is grows from a child to a young adult. Hear how this amazing mother let go of control and judgement and the miracles that came through that.

In this weeks podcast I am speaking to Devorah Leah & Menucha! They are a mother and daughter duo, living different life styles in the most respectful and connected way. Together they speak about the amazing effect that Nurtured Heart had on their relationship, and how Devorah Leah, the mom, learned (through Nurtured Heart courses) to fully connect and have a healthy relationship with her daughter, as she is grows from a child to a young adult. Hear how this amazing mother let go of control and judgement, and the miracles that came through that.

In this weeks podcast I am speaking to Devorah Leah & Menucha! They are a mother and daughter duo, living different life styles in the most respectful and connected way. Together they speak about the amazing effect that Nurtured Heart had on their relationship, and how Devorah Leah, the mom, learned (through Nurtured Heart courses) to fully connect and have a healthy relationship with her daughter, as she is grows from a child to a young adult. Hear how this amazing mother let go of control and judgement, and the miracles that came through that.

This week I am chatting with Stacie Lancaster. Stacie has been a therapist for many years, and has attended therapy herself. In this podcast we speak about her experiences with, and her advice on, connecting with people where they're at, and accepting people for who they are. Stacie touches on the topic of the importance of lowering our own shields, our own walls, so we are ABLE to connect with, and help, others. To contact Stacie, please email her at Zaunah@outlook.com.

In this podcast, I am so excited to be chatting with Marcie Towle once again! This time we chat about how to go about your own frustrations in a situation that doesn't go your way. Maybe there was a miscommunication. Or maybe you forgot to communicate all together. This podcast brings up examples in where such situations can occur, and how to navigate them. For Marcie's freebie: https://dragonfirecoaching.com/?page=offers/negativity-leaks.php to reach Marcie: Marcie@DragonFireCoaching.com FB Messenger or connect with her on Linkedin.

In this weeks video I chat with Devorah: A morah, mommy, friend, and more! Devorah brings up multiple good points and ideas on how to work with children who may have an issue with physical aggression. Does our child or student immeditately go to hitting when frustrated? Do they lack the ability to fully verbally communicate when upset so they lash out physically? This podcast is a must listen and will go in depth on these, and similar, situations and offer solutions on how to go about them.

I am so grateful that Freddy so willingly gets on this show because we always end up with so much wisdom. Today we talk about the parenting that needs to happen before the parenting can happen - building the trust in the relationship. I couldn't help but let the conversation go on a bit longer than usual, it was just too good! Enjoy! To reach Freddy: Find him on Social Media or email him at Freddy@nurturedheartinstitute.com

In this candid and open conversation, Josh shares that what surprised him most about the Nurtured Heart is that is applies everywhere, all the time. Join as we travel through layers of depth in what's possible with this simple yet infinitely wise approach. You can find Josh at thevirtualbehaviorist.com and check out his book “Stop Accidentally Making Things Worse: How to Approach Emotional Outbursts: Rewiring the Brain to Promote Regulation, Recovery, and Good Decision Making” here: https://a.co/d/b6UWav5

In this episode Jennifer spells out what it was about NHA that made sense to her after having tried and failed at so many other approaches. Join our candid conversation about embracing NHA fully and the transformation it brings. If you'd like to find out more about Jennifer or her services, check out her website at https://jennifernathanson.com/ or look up Jennifer Nathanson on Social media.

Thank you Chaya for hopping back on to give our listeners even more understanding and practical tips and strategies to help keep ourselves regulated! As you said so brilliantly, a dysregulated adult cannot regulate a dysregulated child. To reach out to Chaya email her at WhatsGoingRight@gmail.com

Katja is a therapeutic coach who helps people connect with their inner emotions. In this episode, she discusses the importance of accessing our hearts and feelings and responding instead of reacting as parents and with ourselves. To reach Katja, go to https://www.nurturingbubble.co.uk

Lillian Reekie, a seasoned parenting strategist, is back for part 2 of her personal story of transformation. You can email Lillian at Lillian@parentsupportnetwork.com.au or check out her website for more resources and information: parentsupportnetwork.com.au. Lillian has been happily married to her husband, Andrew, for over 33 years with 2 adult sons. Originally a Primary school Teacher, she became a Parenting Strategist because of her journey with her youngest son, who was diagnosed over 25 years ago with ADHD, ODD, and Childhood Depression at age four. Lillian and her husband, Andrew, decided to take a more holistic approach to helping their son after medication was recommended on several occasions for both her youngest son and herself. It is this very journey and the rollercoaster ride they have experienced over the years that makes them so relatable to so many families struggling with their children today. Over the past 25 years Lillian has been featured many times on TV, radio, and as an expert guest on parenting summits and podcasts. She has written 6 books based on her family's journey and has also conducted hundreds of seminars, workshops, and courses both live and online. Lillian has a HUGE passion for empowering parents to enjoy happy and healthy children and relationships. She now partners with her eldest son, who is a Naturopath, Herbalist, and Nutritionist, and conducts online masterclasses and Parenting courses. Being a Mum of a now adult son who was diagnosed in preschool, she has many years of experience and now specializes in helping other parents and caregivers of children who are neurodiverse or who may have special needs. She teaches all caregivers, parents, and educators to develop positive and heart-centered relationships and to help nurture and grow emotional stability and social connection with their children. As Parents of special needs, and all children, growing and maintaining positive and healthy relationships throughout childhood and into adulthood is imperative. Lillian is also an Advanced Trainer in the ‘Nurtured Heart Approach' (NHA), a beautiful heart-centered way of communicating and relation-shipping that she believes EVERY family should understand and learn. She LOVES to share her passion for NHA with as many families as possible! You can download her book ‘The Revolting Child, A Blessing in Disguise' for free at her website, book a complimentary 30-minute consultation, and watch one of her recent Masterclasses.

Lillian Reekie, a seasoned parenting strategist, joins us this week to share her personal story of navigating her own child's challenging behavior during his formative years. With vulnerability and expertise, Lillian recounts her journey from feeling overwhelmed and unsure of where to turn, to finding a path towards a strong, connected relationship and equilibrium in her home. You can email Lillian at Lillian@parentsupportnetwork.com.au or check out her website for more resources and information: parentsupportnetwork.com.au. Lillian has been happily married to her husband, Andrew, for over 33 years with 2 adult sons. Originally a Primary school Teacher, she became a Parenting Strategist because of her journey with her youngest son, who was diagnosed over 25 years ago with ADHD, ODD, and Childhood Depression at age four. Lillian and her husband, Andrew, decided to take a more holistic approach to helping their son after medication was recommended on several occasions for both her youngest son and herself. It is this very journey and the rollercoaster ride they have experienced over the years that makes them so relatable to so many families struggling with their children today. Over the past 25 years Lillian has been featured many times on TV, radio, and as an expert guest on parenting summits and podcasts. She has written 6 books based on her family's journey and has also conducted hundreds of seminars, workshops, and courses both live and online. Lillian has a HUGE passion for empowering parents to enjoy happy and healthy children and relationships. She now partners with her eldest son, who is a Naturopath, Herbalist, and Nutritionist, and conducts online masterclasses and Parenting courses. Being a Mum of a now adult son who was diagnosed in preschool, she has many years of experience and now specializes in helping other parents and caregivers of children who are neurodiverse or who may have special needs. She teaches all caregivers, parents, and educators to develop positive and heart-centered relationships and to help nurture and grow emotional stability and social connection with their children. As Parents of special needs, and all children, growing and maintaining positive and healthy relationships throughout childhood and into adulthood is imperative. Lillian is also an Advanced Trainer in the ‘Nurtured Heart Approach' (NHA), a beautiful heart-centered way of communicating and relation-shipping that she believes EVERY family should understand and learn. She LOVES to share her passion for NHA with as many families as possible! You can download her book ‘The Revolting Child, A Blessing in Disguise' for free at her website, book a complimentary 30-minute consultation, and watch one of her recent Masterclasses.

Josh Kuersten is a behavior specialist who works with adults struggling with kids' challenging behavior. Join us in exploring why the Nurtured Heart Approach “just clicked” for Josh and how he implemented it in his work and personal life. You can find Josh at thevirtualbehaviorist.com and check out his book “Stop Accidentally Making Things Worse: How to Approach Emotional Outbursts: Rewiring the Brain to Promote Regulation, Recovery, and Good Decision Making” here: https://a.co/d/b6UWav5

My sister Rivkie is back to give more ideas for maintaining an organized home and schedule and avoiding stress while on family trips. In this episode, she also explains how it is possible to quickly and easily feed yourself well-balanced, nourishing meals so that you're your best self for your kids. Rivkie is a born organizer, and her tips and tricks have been very helpful to me throughout this parenting journey. If you are ready to get tailor-made organizational coaching, reach out to Rivkie at RivetingRelationships@gmail.com