09 - Labels, Masking and Mental Health - A Whole-Brain Approach to Parenting

In this deeply compassionate episode, we’re joined by the incredible Ruth Tarr - a therapist whose experience spans biology, teaching, energy medicine, psychotherapy, functional medicine and more. Ruth brings a rare blend of clinical knowledge and lived experience to her work with children, parents and carers.Together, we explore:Why so many parents feel unheard and isolatedThe pressure to follow “expert” advice and the cost of disconnecting from instinctWhat happens when a child doesn’t fit into the box - and why that box often needs rethinkingThe impact of masking, labels and diagnosis in a system hungry for definitionsHow to navigate SEN challenges and emotional burnoutSimple, powerful practices for reconnecting to joy and resilienceThe vital role of connection, curiosity and hope in the therapeutic processThis episode is a lifeline for parents, carers and professionals supporting young people who are struggling - and for anyone ready to trust their inner wisdom again.✨ Resources mentioned:Books: The Better Brain, Parenting from the Heart by Jack PranskySupport: Not Fine In School, The Carers TrustRuth’s email: [email protected] out more information at our website Edited with finesse by Mike at Making Digital Real

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