In this episode. Kristen is joined by clinical psychologist and motherhood coach Dr. Angele Close to discuss how parenting can trigger unresolved childhood wounds, the transition of matrescence, and tools that help parents respond with greater self-awareness, compassion, and connection. You'll Learn: What matrescence is and why motherhood is a major identity transition Why parenting often activates unresolved childhood wounds How Internal Family Systems (IFS) helps parents understand emotional triggers Why healing your own parts can help break generational cycles How self-awareness and vulnerability strengthen parent-child relationships Connect with Dr. Angele Close HERE. Check out Dr. Angele Close's books through these Amazon affiliate links: By using these links to purchase, you're supporting the podcast without any extra cost to you. 1. Unburdening Motherhood: A Guide to Breaking Cycles, Healing Trauma, and Becoming a Self-Led Mom Dr. Close's Book Recommendations: 1. The Power of Intention 2. Radical Acceptance: Embracing Your Life With the Heart of a Buddha 3. No Bad Parts: Healing Trauma and Restoring Wholeness with the Internal Family Systems Model Subscribe HERE and get a free 5-day journal to begin closing the chapter on what doesn't serve you and open the door to the real you. Connect with Kristen: Get Kristen's newsletter, packed with tangible tools, resources, and inspiration Watch the episodes on YouTube Follow Kristen on Instagram Kristen's TikTok Have Kristen Speak at Your Event Disclaimer This information is being provided to you for educational and informational purposes only. It is being provided to you to educate you about ideas on stress management and as a self-help tool for your own use. It is not psychotherapy/counseling in any form. This information is to be used at your own risk based on your own judgment. For counseling services near Indianapolis, IN, visit www.pathwaystohealingcounseling.com. Pathways to Healing Counseling's vision is to provide warm, caring, compassionate and life-changing counseling services and educational programs to individuals, couples and families in order to create learning, healing and growth.

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