The Therapy Edit One Thing with Izzy Judd on leaning into this moment right now
Aug 11, 2023
Izzy Judd, violinist, author and mum of three who writes about mindfulness for parents. She talks about leaning into the present and practical ways to be more grounded. Short walks become mindful moments. Breath and simple rituals help calm big emotions. Portable techniques like finger-breathing make presence doable in family life.
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Presence As A Parenting Anchor
- Izzy Judd says presence is the gift of grounding and courage in motherhood.
- Presence counters anxiety's pull toward past guilt and future fear by anchoring you in now.
Use Small Rituals To Break Autopilot
- Try changing your route or asking children “tell me something new you can see today” to interrupt autopilot.
- Stop and notice small things like flowers even if it costs twenty extra seconds.
Name The Feeling In Your Body First
- When a child's tantrum triggers you, pause and locate the feeling in your body before reacting.
- Name its color or position and allow space around it to calm and respond more effectively.
