Parenting feels like the hardest job (sometimes even on the good days). Maximum effort, minimum (tangible) reward.Of course, we love our kids SO much but how do we balance everyone's seemingly never-ending needs with our own self care?  In this episode, I’m joined by Katherine Sellery, CEO and founder of the Conscious Parenting Revolution, to talk about how the patterns we inherited—often without even realizing it—can show up in our parenting today.A lot of what we think of as “discipline” or “normal” behavior…is actually coming from old blueprints.And over time, those patterns can either build connection—or create distance—not just with young kids, but even with adult children.We talk about:Why control-based discipline often leads to retaliation, rebellion, and resistanceThe fundamental role of nervous system safety in parent-child relationshipsWhat happens when kids don’t feel seen, heard, or understoodParenting adult children and why disconnection can surface years laterThe difference between permissive, authoritarian, and connection-based parentingThe emotional weight of being a caregiver—and why it’s so hard to “turn off”Self-criticism, guilt, and the patterns we can become emotionally attached toPersonal growth and emotional healing through parentingHow to begin healing generational patterns instead of passing them onHow repair and self-compassion actually strengthen relationshipsThis isn’t about being a perfect parent.It’s about understanding your nervous system…becoming aware of what you’ve inherited…and allowing parenting to become a space for emotional healing—so you can choose what gets carried forward—and what doesn’t.🎧Yoto Player | Screen Free Fun for KidsThe audio player that makes screen free time easier. Choose from 1000+ cards, music or podcasts. Audible | Audiobooks & Library 📘Get 30 Day Trial and one Free Audio book from Audible today 🌿Little Seed Farm | Non Toxic DeodorantThe best all natural deodorant cream that actually works!  Support the show🛍️ To get any of the products or services mentioned on the Raising Wild Hearts podcast, head to www.raisingwildhearts.com/market📲Support The Mission:   If you found this episode inspiring or insightful, please share it with a friend, tag me on IG @raisingwildhearts, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform!🔗Follow + Subscribe + Review:  Apple | Spotify | Amazon Music | YouTube🎙️Want to be a guest on Raising Wild Hearts? Send me a message on PodMatch, here:https://podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/raisingwildhearts💰 I only share what I truly love — some some links may be affiliate links.