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Perimenopause: A special reparenting opportunity

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:28:29 GMT

I’ve made the conscious choice to reject the toxic negativity I see and hear surrounding the topic of perimenopause.

To clarify, I’m choosing to view this phase in my life as a natural transition and a sacred invitation.

An invitation to show up for myself - like a parent does for their child.

To show up in a way that’s conscious and supportive.

(NOT judgy and shaming)

Feeling called to join me?

I’m choosing to recognize that big changes are, indeed, taking place…

Reminiscent of the pre-teen and teen years…

Anxiety, irritability, pimples, headaches, inflammation, forgetfulness, shifts in sleep patterns, feeling extra tired, body appearance changes, etc.

A recalibration of hormones is, indeed, taking place.

And I’m choosing to have faith in my body’s process.

And if we REALLY pay attention and listen, we gain insight into ways to offer ourselves support…

It’s an opportunity to reparent ourselves, by offering compassionate, responsive care.

Examples:

-Resting when we feel tired, as opposed to ‘pushing through.’

-Noticing and validating uncomfortable feelings that manifest.

-Replacing body-shaming tendencies with love and appreciation.

Want to join me in cultivating a new, kinder and more functional relationship with yourself?

And regardless, of what life stage you’re currently experiencing, I’m here to help.

With loving-kindness,
Janet

Photo by WanderingShishi on Unsplash

We Can't See What We Can't See

loving.kindness.parenting@gmail.com (Janet Namdari) — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 18:22:18 GMT

And what to do about it and why

When I hold space for clients during coaching sessions, they present challenges - or problems - they are facing to me.

They are frequently surprised by what they discover - about themselves and others - through this powerful, life-changing coaching process.

Because, naturally, they couldn't see what they couldn't see before on their own.

Put another way, we don't know what we don't know.

In our sessions together, things come into clear focus. Light bulbs illuminate. A-ha’s happen.

And this right here is a foundational piece of each client's transformational process...

Where healing and growth takes place.

Transformation that literally changes their lives - their relationships with themselves and with others - for the better.

Would you like my help seeing what you don’t already see, so you too can start living a life with more ease, satisfaction, and joy?

Skeptical? I get it - seems too good to be true, doesn't it?

Well, I encourage you to check out the testimonials that can be found here on my website as well as on my Instagram account to see for yourself what clients have shared about their individual transformations.

Let’s find out if we’re a good fit to work together! Simply reply to this email and let me know you’re interested in finding out more OR just schedule your complimentary 30 minute consultation call using the button at the bottom of this page. 100% risk/obligation free - just a special opportunity for you to feel seen, heard, and understood by me.

Talk Therapy vs. Coaching

loving.kindness.parenting@gmail.com (Janet Namdari) — Wed, 28 May 2025 19:06:10 GMT

Ever wondered how the two compare?

This is something I'm often asked about and so I decided to write about it.

[Disclaimer: my analysis is based solely on my own personal experiences of being on the receiving end of both modalities, my research, and my professional training and experiences as a Coach. My analysis is by no means comprehensive and ought to only be used as a starting point for the decision-making process.]

I’ll begin with TALK THERAPY :

~Traditional talk therapy models (such as CBT), tend to focus on what’s above the neck - the mind.

~It’s an intellectual process that involves back-and-forth conversation between the therapist and client to attempt to understand situations and solve problems.

~In addition to other reasons, some clients seek talk therapy with the intent of healing past trauma.

~Sessions are usually about 50 minutes in duration and are typically held weekly or biweekly.

~Sessions are stand-alone (meaning that support is not offered in between sessions by one's therapist) and are usually held weekly or biweekly for an undetermined amount of time.

~Often, talk therapy clients tend to meet with their therapist of choice for many sessions over a period of months or even years.

~Typically, significant change or improvements in one’s quality of life happens gradually.

COACHING , on the other hand…

…like the transformational kind I offer, is more of a body-based approach (remember- trauma lives in the body, not just the mind).

~Typically, clients have a specific goal in mind when seeking the support from a coach.

~Breath work may be incorporated into sessions to help assist with the deepening process.

~Usually sessions are longer than talk therapy sessions (for my clients, they’re anywhere between 60 and 90 minutes, depending on focus) and bundled as packages.

~Depending on the coach and the package, support may be offered between sessions as well. [This is key for those of us that need that accountability support.]

~Clients typically get desired results quickly in as little as a few sessions.

[Clients of mine frequently report that they are surprised by how fast the process is.]

Ok, so now onto answering the question I opened with - is one better than the other?

Not necessarily - it really depends on what you’re needing and desiring in your life right now...

Not sure? Let’s have a conversation that will give you the clarity you need! Simply click the "Free Call" at the bottom of this page to get started.

With loving-kindness,

Janet

Understanding Survival Mode: Your life depends on it

loving.kindness.parenting@gmail.com (Janet Namdari) — Fri, 14 Mar 2025 22:58:46 GMT

Your life depends on it.

One thing’s for sure and usually obvious to the person who is stuck in survival mode…

There’s not a lot of JOY being felt.

Likely, there’s also not a lot of hope or a sense of overall satisfaction in their life, either.

When we’re stuck in survival mode, it’s an indicator of where we’re at in our Autonomic Nervous System (ANS).

Typically, it’s that we’re hanging out a lot in the fight/flight zone .

We’re operating on auto pilot moving from one task to the next…

We may find ourselves in an oppositional space ( fight ).

And/or we may be trying to get away from something ( flight ).

When we find ourselves hanging out in this zone (and it’s not that we’re experiencing a true/real emergency and need to fight/flee for our safety), it means we’re experiencing emotional dysregulation .

Simply put, we're not hanging out much (if at all) in the ventral vagal/parasympathetic zone of our ANS...

That is, we're generally not feeling settled, hopeful, grounded, calm, joyful, rested, connected to others, and/or healthy, etc., etc. (the list goes on)

The COST: feeling anxious, fearful, worried, panicked, irritated, and/or rage. Decreased immune response, digestion, oxygen to vital organs, etc. Increased blood pressure/heart rate and blood clotting.

The GOAL : to move out of dysregulation and into emotional regulation.

One of my responsibilities as a personal coach is to help clients move from living in survival mode to living life in a more emotionally regulated state…

So that they can experience more joy, hope, health, vitality…and an overall feeling of satisfaction in their lives.

Want in on this life-changing opportunity?

Simplyschedule your complimentary 30 minute call using the button below.

Let’s do this!!!

With loving-kindness,

Janet

Stuck in Survival Mode?

loving.kindness.parenting@gmail.com (Janet Namdari) — Sat, 18 Jan 2025 22:32:25 GMT

The only thing you know for sure is that living like this isn’t sustainable…

…and will likely only continue to cause you and others harm.

You may feel like you're in the trenches.

You may not see a clear way out.

STUCK.

The struggle is SO very real.

I get it. I've been there myself.

Before clients begin working with me, they may not even completely believe there is, indeed, a way out.

Or maybe they just don't know what a way out looks and feels like...

Whatever the case may be...

If you’re reading this and you can relate to the above, know that you’re NOT alone AND things don’t have to be this way.

I assure you, there IS a clear path forward.

A path that will lead you to feeling and being different ... new ... TRANSFORMED from the inside out.

And YOU get to choose the specifics of your results.

This is what makes the work I do personalized .

Where do you want your path to lead you to?

Clarity? Confidence? Connection? Freedom? Peace? Joy?

The possibilities are endless.

If it sounds too good to be true, please know it's not.

I invite you to check out what past/current clients of mine have to say about their experiences working with me. Testimonials can be found on my website , Instagram , and Facebook .

Lastly, I’d love to give YOU the opportunity to feel seen, heard and understood by me during your complimentary 30 minute consultation call. To take advantage of this opportunity, simply click on the button at the bottom of this page to schedule directly.

Oh and in case you don't already know, I've stepped into possibility and your challenges needn't be related to parenting . In fact, you don't even need to be a parent to work with me!

Step into possibility ...

With loving-kindness,

Janet

Reparent Your Inner Child

loving.kindness.parenting@gmail.com (Janet Namdari) — Fri, 01 Nov 2024 23:27:09 GMT

and break free from what's keeping you stuck.

We all have an inner child.

It’s the younger part of our psyche that influences how we think and react as adults.

When we reparent our inner child, we give ourselves what we needed but didn’t get in childhood.

Maybe your feelings weren’t validated by your caretakers when you were a child?

Your healing journey may include focused attention on validating your own feelings today, as an adult.

Maybe you were forced to grow up fast and didn’t get the opportunity to just be a kid and explore your playful side?

Your healing journey may include giving yourself the time and space to explore play and (re)discover activities that bring you joy.

Inner child work is a healing process that helps you to learn to trust yourself and embody your true, authentic self.

Naturally, the healing that takes place with this kind of work positively affects and changes the way we show up for ourselves and our children.

Want to get to know your inner child in a safe, supportive space and find out what's needed to heal old wounds?

Let's get to it!

Schedule your 30 minute complimentary clarity call HERE today and we can find out if we’d be a good fit for your particular needs. Or maybe you'd just prefer to dive right in and opt for an intro 75 minute personalized coaching session for just $111? Click HERE .

With loving-kindness,

Janet

When We Feel Better, We Do Better

loving.kindness.parenting@gmail.com (Janet Namdari) — Thu, 03 Oct 2024 18:34:33 GMT

Just by looking at her, and without her speaking a word, one can SEE and FEEL her transformation.

It seriously looks like a huge weight has been lifted off her shoulders.

One may also pick up on a more peaceful, calm aura, like I do.

I listened intently as she was reflecting on the impact of her personal transformation and the results she’s achieved.

As she shared, my heart filled with so much happiness and gratitude.

What a true blessing it is for me to witness clients like her literally change how they feel and show up in life for themselves and their children.

They are ACTUALLY changing patterns and breaking cycles.

It may sound too good to be true, but it's not.

At one point during our conversation, I mentioned that it’s not always easy to convey to others just how impactful and life-changing the program and coaching sessions are.

Her response: “When we feel better, we do better.”

Sounds so simple, right?

When you work with me, we spend time focusing on YOU and YOUR well-being.

And then you become more open and available to learning the specifics of HOW to be a better parent.

And you find yourself in a position to show up differently for your child(ren)...

So that you can ACTUALLY be the kind of parent you’ve wanted to be, but have struggled to be...

And you can ACTUALLY get the results you've desired.

All of this is available and waiting for YOU.

Life is short…Why wait to make it better for you and your children? Book your 30 minute complimentary consultation call using the button at the bottom of this page today and we can determine if I'd be a good fit for your needs.

Do it for YOURSELF, for your children, for your partner, your extended family, and for the world!

With loving-kindness,

Janet

An End to the Struggle Begins With the Autonomic Nervous System

loving.kindness.parenting@gmail.com (Janet Namdari) — Thu, 22 Aug 2024 21:25:06 GMT

If you’re at all like me, when you realized you needed help to be the kind of parent you wanted to be, (but struggled to be) you sought out quick fix tools for your toolbox.

You read the books. You listened to the podcasts. You enrolled in classes.

Maybe you’ve even dreamt of step-by-step instructions…A parenting manual?

The truth is, we can accumulate all the tools in the world from all the experts out there and at the end of the day…

It’s what’s behind the tools that makes the biggest, most impactful difference in the quality of our relationships with our children.

It’s you , the parent.

It’s how you feel.

It’s your triggers.

Your past trauma.

Your coping mechanisms.

Basically, it’s a lot about your story and how safe you feel in your body.

It’s about how your autonomic nervous system (ANS) responds.

When you work with me, we begin at the foundational level with body consciousness. You are invited to go within and feel into awareness.

Together, we examine your particular nervous system responses.

And you begin the process of healing.

THIS is where real changes take place. THIS is the beginning of the reprogramming and rewiring process.

With my guidance, over time and with practice, you find yourself in a much better position to face the challenges that come with parenting other humans (who also come with their own tendencies and stories)…

Like magic, you find yourself responding and showing up differently…

And you can ACTUALLY consistently be the kind of parent you're truly proud to be for your child(ren)!

If you’re ready to put an end to the struggle, click HERE to schedule your complimentary consultation call with me.

We’ve got this.

With loving kindness,

Janet

Healing Our Own Wounds

loving.kindness.parenting@gmail.com (Janet Namdari) — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 18:07:00 GMT

Healing Our Own Wounds (so others don't have to)

The effects of unhealed trauma can be dangerous.

While we may be able to acknowledge our own suffering or the suffering of the generations that came before us, we may not have actually processed the trauma.

We may not have even begun the process of healing our wounds.

And this may result in dissociation.

That is, the state of being disconnected.

An inability to see and understand from our heart space.

We may be cut off from ourselves and others to varying extents.

We may lose the ability to empathize.

And the people right in front of us or on the other side may suffer greatly.

This can look like strained relationships at one end of the spectrum

and annihilation at the other end.

The destruction manifests itself on micro and macro levels as patterns and cycles are created.

Want to make a positive difference in not only your own personal life, but the lives of others?

Start healing NOW, so your children don't have to.

Start healing NOW, so humanity doesn't have to.

Curious about how I may be able to help YOU heal your wounds? Simply click HERE and we can determine if I'd be a good match for your particular needs.

Let us all heal our own wounds so others don't have to.

With loving kindness,

Janet

Photo by Giulia Bertelli on Unsplash

Loving Ourselves Through Motherhood

loving.kindness.parenting@gmail.com (Janet Namdari) — Mon, 06 May 2024 23:03:10 GMT

I can remember feeling like I was drowning.

I was literally just trying to make it through the day.

Bedtime on my mind from the moment I woke up.

The person I was before having kids was deep inside, but felt inaccessible.

I guess you could say I lost myself.

I think I was mostly in survival mode, just trying to be the best mama I could be.

Looking back, I was spending a lot of time in the fight, flight and freeze zones of my nervous system.

There was a lack of ease.

And there was certainly more room for joy.

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And then one day, I snapped out of it.

I realized I needed to save myself.

And make myself a priority.

My happiness depended on it.

And my children's well-being depended on it.

I committed to making a weekly date with myself.

A commitment to doing something during that designated time for just ME that nourishes my heart and soul...

I walk on the beach.

I attend a yoga class.

I take myself out to lunch.

I focus on self-development and growth.

I honor and show myself love.

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Motherhood brings so much beauty and joy.

And It also brings many challenges.

Feelings of overwhelm and depletion are common.

Of course we want our kids to feel our love.

The problem is that when we don't love ourselves, we are limited in our capacity to give love generously and freely.

And just telling our kids we love them isn't sufficient.

Children need to feel our love through our actions.

And when we are self-accepting and take care of ourselves

(and our own needs), we have more love to give.

Love yourself and you'll have more to offer your children!

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When you work with me, you will develop your ability to have more

self-compassion and to love yourself more so that you're in a

much better position to show up with love for your children in the ways they need...

Simply click on the "Free Call" button below to get started by scheduling your complimentary 30-45 clarity call with me.

With loving kindness,

Janet

Losing Your Cool

loving.kindness.parenting@gmail.com (Janet Namdari) — Thu, 14 Mar 2024 17:11:41 GMT

When Your Nervous System Gets Hijacked

Maybe it's something your child does...or doesn't do...

You get upset.

You may get aggressive with your voice/body, flee the scene,

shut down, or even give in to a ridiculous request.

Your nervous system has been hijacked.

And you feel out of control.

Then there's the aftermath….

'I wish I hadn't resorted to being rough with my body.'

'I regret using my harsh, yelling voice.'

'I wish I hadn't shut down and left my child alone.'

'I regret giving into my child's demand even though I knew it wasn't good for me/them.'

The shame and regret creep in.

'If only I had stopped myself from letting my emotions take over.'

'If only I had taken the opportunity to PAUSE for even a brief second…'

'If only I had taken a deep breath.'

...Maybe you could've had a different outcome, a different story to tell...

Maybe.

You are given more opportunities.

But, it's not easy.

And it keeps happening OVER and OVER again.

I get it, I've been there.

And I know through my own personal transformation, it doesn't have to be this way...

The truth is, the solution to your problem isn't as simple as just pausing and taking a deep breath.

This is where I come in.

This is when you get the help you need so that you can start having different outcomes. Outcomes that leave you feeling satisfied and even joyful...

Interested in finding out more about how I can help you to begin being

the kind of parent to your child(ren) you really want to be ?

This can happen at any parenting stage and at ANY point in your child(ren)'s development...

Simply click on the "Free Call" button below to find out more.

With loving kindness,

Janet

The Work of Cycle Breakers

loving.kindness.parenting@gmail.com (Janet Namdari) — Thu, 15 Feb 2024 21:56:12 GMT

Breaking Free From Generational Trauma and Family Dysfunction

Maybe you're determined to put an end to generational trauma and unhealthy patterns in your family...

At times, you may feel overwhelmed by such a huge responsibility.

It may even feel like a burden.

Like heavy weight on your shoulders.

Pressure.

And you know deep down inside, you have to keep going because...Well, for a number of reasons...

And you've committed to being that person that breaks the cycle in your family.

This doesn't mean you must do it alone...

In fact, such a feat requires a support system. Other people that understand your cause. People on similar paths of healing and change.

When you work with me, I become an integral component of that support system.

You gain insight, tools, and confidence to help you achieve your goal of creating a healthy space for your family to flourish.

And you might just feel like you're being propelled into the direction of HEALING and CHANGE with substantial momentum.

You will know there's no going back because you have what it takes to keep moving onwards and upwards.

You've got this.

We've got this.

With loving kindness,

Janet

When We Feel Challenged By Our Children's Behavior

loving.kindness.parenting@gmail.com (Janet Namdari) — Thu, 18 Jan 2024 19:16:03 GMT

And the Solution Lies Within Us

When our children behave in ways that challenge us, we tend to immediately focus on the child and their behavior.

That is, we target the child and may try to make them stop using a variety of methods including: punishment, shaming, bribery, etc.

But, such methods don’t really get to the root of the problem.

And we may feel less connected to our children as a result of using them.

That is, the unwanted behaviors just keep popping up.

The truth is, the root of the problem may actually have more to do with US than we think or would like to believe.

When you work with me, your blind spots are revealed.

New information guides you in the direction of a better understanding of your child(ren) and yourself.

You begin the HEALING process.

Wherever you are on your journey and regardless of the age of your child(ren), your parenting transforms in ways that you didn’t even know were possible.

If you want in on the opportunity to GROW and HEAL for the benefit of you and your family, simply click on the "Schedule FREE Call Here" button at the bottom of this page to schedule you complimentary 30 minute phone call to discuss options.

With loving kindness,

Janet

Paths to Presence and Connection

loving.kindness.parenting@gmail.com (Janet Namdari) — Thu, 14 Dec 2023 19:15:16 GMT

The Greatest Gift of All

Here we are - in the midst of holiday season...

The gatherings, the gift giving, and the general busy-ness.

There's a range of feelings being felt - from joy to sadness and everything in between.

And many of us are experiencing a feeling of overwhelm, which may register as STRESS in our bodies.

Slowing the pace and giving ourselves and our children the gift of PRESENCE can go a long way.

‘Tis the season to go within and LISTEN to what we NEED...

And to be intentional about finding pockets of time to SLOW DOWN the pace.

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It’s amazing how we all seem to magically feel better when we step outside and take the lid (AKA roof) off...

We were all feeling a little emotionally ‘off’ before we went outside...

And our walking meditation was just the medicine we needed.

We welcomed the fresh ocean air into our lungs.

We shared our observations of the beauty that surrounded us.

We slowed down our pace and were able to receive the gift of PRESENCE...

...An opportunity to CONNECT with each other and the natural world around us.

* * *

The combination of PRESENCE and CONNECTION may very well be the greatest gift we can give our children.

This is what deeper, more enriching, and long lasting relationships are made of.

When you work with me, we explore avenues to making more of this combination a reality in your family.

Under my care and guidance, you are first encouraged to look within yourself - your own needs and desires.

You bring your presence to our sessions, which allows for an awareness to emerge that invites the process of connection to yourself.

This foundation naturally lends itself to being more available and open for you to be more present with your children.

And this is where the magic of CONNECTION with your children happens.

This is the beginning of a different kind of relationship with your children that will have a positive impact on the quality of your relationship now and into the future.

There is no better time than now. Simply schedule your FREE 30 minute phone consultation to find out more TODAY. To do so, click on the button at the bottom of his page.

And if, after our initial consultation, you decide to move forward with transforming your life and your relationship with your children, holiday special offers are in effect through the end of this year!

With loving kindness,

Janet

Self-Care and Parenting

loving.kindness.parenting@gmail.com (Janet Namdari) — Thu, 09 Nov 2023 19:21:21 GMT

How and Why We Must Fill Our Cups - Plus My Personal Top 5 Ways

When we're not getting our self-care needs met, we aren't functioning optimally.

Our relationship with ourselves AND others suffer.

And needless to say, our parenting suffers.

When we feel depleted, we're just not as available to be there for others - such as our children - in the ways they need.

Here are my top FIVE current ways of keeping my own cup filled:

Taking 10-15 minutes before bedtime each night to let go of

the day by doing yoga poses and focusing on my breathing

2. Going for a walk almost daily (with or without my kids)

3. Pre-arranging 'me time at least 1-2 times a week so that I can do something that brings me j joy/satisfaction (examples: walking on the beach, going to a yoga class, working on a creative project, etc.)

4. Getting regular, monthly massages

5. Coaching sessions (yes, I have my own coach)

Being on the receiving end of coaching is most certainly self-care for me...

I feel SEEN, HEARD, and UNDERSTOOD. Sessions help me gain clarity and leave me feeling empowered to show up in my life authentically and more connected.

And my own clients report having very similar experiences.

During sessions, clients are looking within, getting grounded and tuned in to their own needs and desires. They are learning new ways that serve themselves and their families better. My clients are literally transforming themselves and their parenting!

If you want IN on the opportunity to find out if I can help you fill your cup, click on the FREE call button at the bottom of this page.

With loving kindness,

Janet

Want to Stop Yelling at Your Children?

loving.kindness.parenting@gmail.com (Janet Namdari) — Mon, 02 Oct 2023 17:31:53 GMT

But Find Yourself Resorting to it Anyway?

The topic of yelling (or using a harsh tone) comes up often in conversation with parents.

And usually it's not something said parents want to necessarily be doing, but for various reasons, find themselves resorting to.

Here are a couple of the reasons/explanations:

1. They try other strategies first that don't work and use yelling as a last resort.

2. They find themselves overwhelmed by their own emotions (frustration, anger, etc.) and 'lose their cool.'

Parents may try different tactics to prevent themselves from getting to the point of yelling/using a harsh tone…

like counting to ten or taking deep breaths in these moments of intensity…

But the tactics don’t work.

As a Parent Coach and Conscious Parenting Educator, I help parents put an end to behaviors like yelling.

How?

Well, it's a process, but some of what goes on when you work with me involves looking beneath the surface and deep inside yourself…

Healing…

Reprogramming and rewiring…

And learning new tools that work for your particular situation.

Interested in learning more about how YOU can do this? Simply click HERE to schedule your complimentary 30-45 minute clarity call today!

With loving kindness,

Janet

We May Fall and Make Mistakes Along Our Parenting Journey

loving.kindness.parenting@gmail.com (Janet Namdari) — Mon, 11 Sep 2023 17:24:54 GMT

What's Important is That We Don't Lose Sight of What Matters Most

There’s no such thing as a perfect parent.

Yet, sometimes we tell ourselves there is when we compare ourselves to other parents.

The truth is…

We ALL make mistakes.

We may even have regrets.

And we also ALL have the ability to learn from the past and do better next time.

We CAN choose to focus on what matters most - the connection we have with our children.

We CAN offer ourselves forgiveness.

We CAN apologize to our children.

We CAN learn HOW to move forward and cultivate harmonious relationships.

But, we may not know HOW…

And it’s true, we don’t know what we don’t know…And we can’t see what we can’t see…

When you work with me, you gain clarity on HOW to be the kind of parent you really want to be (but currently struggle to be).

In our 1:1 sessions, you will feel SEEN and UNDERSTOOD by me. I will guide you to explore what may be blocking you from attaining what you desire. That is, I help you see your blindspots. And I offer tools to help you move forward with substantial momentum.

Interested in learning more? Take the first step by clicking HERE to schedule your complimentary 30 minute phone consultation today.

With loving kindness,

Janet