Episode 3: Joss Goulden Alchemy of Parenting Journey

Welcome to Flourishing Childhood’s Podcast: The Alchemy of Parenting: A Symbolic Journey. I am delighted to have you join us for this symbolic exploration. (Excuse my blocked sinuses in this episode)

This podcast is a tapestry of insights, woven threads of Aware Parenting and more conscious parenting paradigms, the language of symbols and much more. Together we’ll embark on a journey that transcends the ordinary, delving into the magical realm of parenting and growth.

Every episode is an alchemical blend, where we unlock the ancient wisdom within, transforming way we perceive parenthood and childhood. It’s about embracing the symbolism that surrounds us all and helps us move beyond trauma towards reconnection, starting before children and beyond. A symbol has a complex meaning, it is not only literal but also has additional meaning beyond the literal!

Join us as we decode the language that lies beneath the surface of daily parenting challenges and triumphs. Together we’ll learn to nurture awareness, foster deep connections, and create an environment where our children can truly flourish.

Neuroscience research shows more brain centres light up in response to a metaphor than any other form of human communication forming new neural pathways. (Levin, F 1997 and Modell , A.H 1997)

Joss Goulden joins us today.

awareparenting.com.au

I am mother to 2 beautiful now adult children aged 20 and 18. We are originally from the UK but now live in the forest near a small town called called Denmark in the southwest corner of Western Australia, with our dog and cat. My background is in Psychology and Counselling and I have been enthusiastically learning new therapeutic skills and approaches and supporting families for the last 30 years . I am a level 2 aware painting instructor and I love this beautiful approach more and more all the time, seeing the powerful impact on my children and for myself. I am also really passionate about homeschooling and have supported my children's learning following a Natural Learning approach throughout their "school" years.

 

I just adore Aware Parenting and feel so blessed to be able to spend my life supporting my family with what I love most whilst also supporting other families with this amazing approach too. I am so optimistic for the future of humankind now that more and more families are raising their children with connection, compassion and awareness.

 

These are the symbols Joss has shared with us.