Find Balance in the Chaos: How to be Present and Create Balance as a Parent

Parenting is undoubtedly a challenging journey, and when you add the demands of work, school, relationships, and holidays, it can often feel like an overwhelming list that never ends. Join us for a transformative session where we'll explore practical ways to infuse moments of calm and connection into the whirlwind of responsibilities.

Together we will learn ways to:

1. Navigate Life's Demands: Delve into strategies for managing the multifaceted demands of parenting, work, school, relationships, and the holiday hustle. Learn how to create a sense of order and prioritize effectively.
2. Cultivate Moments of Calm: Discover mindful practices that bring moments of peace amidst the chaos. Explore techniques to stay grounded and present, fostering a harmonious atmosphere for both parents and children.
3. Build Connection within the Family: Explore ways to strengthen family bonds amidst busy schedules. Learn effective communication techniques and activities that promote connection, creating a supportive environment for every family member.
4. Challange the Balancing Act for Parents: Uncover insights into achieving personal balance while juggling various responsibilities. Explore self-care practices that allow parents to recharge and feel more centered in their daily lives.

Plus share experiences, challenges, and successes with others who get it!

By the end of this session, you'll leave with practical tools to bring more balance to your family dynamics while fostering a sense of balance within yourself. Join us in creating a harmonious and connected family life amid life's myriad demands. Parenthood can be challenging, but together, we'll make it a more balanced and joyful journey. 🌟

Class will be live Decemeber 12, 2024 from 10am-11:30am PST and recorded for on-demand access for ticket holders

Led by Sammy Faulkender, LCSW

Sammy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who balances her work as a therapist with being a mom to a rowdy set of identical toddler twins. Her approach as a therapist is to provide clients with a warm and non-judgmental space to explore their thoughts, feelings, and shifting identities, while also providing concrete tools to aid in managing the hardest parts of parenthood - heightened anxiety, depressive periods, ambivalence, balancing work and home, or finding that ever-elusive parenting “groove". Her background in community mental health, social work, and trauma-informed care is reflected in her dedication to understanding the impact of systemic influences on our unique experiences. She also brings extensive knowledge around child development and parenting strategies through her training with UC Davis' PC-CARE program. She is an introvert at heart and is happiest when she is reading, cooking, or spending time with friends and family.