Parenting brings the best and the worst out of us. We long to deepen our connection with our children, savor the precious moments, and guide them with wisdom and love.

Yet, parenting can be tough sometimes. Finding the balance between work, life, self and family might feel like a constant juggling act.

Join us for a power-packed workshop across 2 days to learn practical tools that can guide you in your parenting journey.

Objectives:

LEARN - Mindful parenting strategies to create a calmer environment. Be equipped to raise confident, secure children, and support them in navigating challenges
LOVE - Be kind to yourself and your child with self-compassion techniques
EMBODY - Tune into your heart, gut and soul to be authentic and deepen your connection with your child
JOURNEY - Connect with others on a similar journey with raw, unfiltered conversations

***Parents and caregivers of all ages are welcome.

In Part 1 (Intrapersonal): We begin with ourselves, by developing mindfulness and being clear of how we want to show up as a parent.

In Part 2 (Interpersonal): We dive into our relationships with our children - how to create meaningful connections, navigate challenges and support them.

This workshop is for you if you are a parent/caregiver committed to personal growth and want to develop practices that will elevate your parenting journey.

PART 1 : INTRA-PERSONAL 23rd November 2024 (Sat), 9am – 5pm

Session 1: Mindful Parenting – Starting with Self (0900 – 1030)

Introduction and Arrival Practice
The What and How of Mindfulness
Embracing Your Inner Child: Understand how your childhood experiences shape your values, beliefs and interactions as a parent
Reflection: Identifying your intentions, expectations and goals

Break (15 mins)

Session 2: 5 Ways to Manage your Precious Energy (1045 – 1200)

Energy Drives Action: Understand what nourishes and depletes your energy through the 5 Dimensions: Physical, Emotional, Mental, Social, Spiritual
Energy Optimization: Enhance your energy and well-being to elevate each parent-child interaction amidst all the demands

Lunch Break (60 mins)

Session 3: How to be Kind to Yourself and Your Child with Self-Compassion Techniques (1300 – 1430)

Understand self-compassion in the context of parenting, by exploring the work of Kristin Neff and Christopher Germer.
Learn practical techniques to integrate self-compassion into your daily life and enhance emotional well-being.

Break (15 mins)

Session 4: How to be a more Authentic Parent (1445 – 1630)

Mind-Body Connection Practices: Learn exercises that foster a deeper connection between mental and physical states to boost your overall presence in moments of reactivity
Power of Mindset: Explore mindset shifts and mantras that can guide you through challenging, pressure-cooker moments
Creation of Mindful Plan: Integration of daily mindfulness into your family life

Closing Circle + Q&A (1630 - 1700)

PART 2 : INTER-PERSONAL 30th November 2024 (Sat), 9am – 5pm

Session 1: Mindful Communication and Connection (0900 – 1030)

It’s Not Them: Understand the Science and developmental changes occurring in the adolescent brain
Tailor Your Communication through the 5 Love Languages: Learn to identify and speak your child’s primary love language to enhance communication and connection.
Embracing Humility and Open Dialogue: Reduce ego-driven responses to encourage open, empathetic communication that builds trust and understanding.

Break (15 mins)

Session 2: Manage Conflicts and Protect Boundaries Effectively (1045 – 1200)

Assertive Communication: Develop skills to express needs clearly and respectfully, minimizing misunderstandings and reducing power struggles.
Conflict Resolution through Non-Violent Communication: Gain skills in resolving conflicts in a respectful and safe manner
Boundary Setting Skills: Learn how to establish and maintain clear boundaries that protect personal well-being and foster mutual respect within the family.

Lunch Break (60 mins)

Session 3: Supporting Your Child in Stressful Situations (1300 – 1430)

Navigate Bullying: Understand why it happens, the types of bullying that occur, and equip yourself with effective strategies to support your child.
Managing Social Media Influence: Learn strategies to help your child navigate online spaces safely and healthily.

Break (15 mins)

Session 4: VIA Character Strengths (1445 – 1630)

Uncover Your VIA Core Strengths: Through the lens of character strengths and mindfulness, discover how this interplay can enhance your everyday routines and interactions with your child
Strengths in Action: Learn how to actively apply these strengths in everyday parenting scenarios to foster a supportive and positive family environment.

Closing Circle + Q&A (1630 - 1700)

Facilitators' Bio

Lim Wee Ting

Wee Ting is an experienced facilitator who specializes in developing social and emotional learning skills in adults and children. She has trained with well-known organizations in the space of mindfulness and emotional intelligence, such as Search Inside Yourself Leadership Institute (SIYLI) and Mindfulness in Schools Project (MiSP).

As a certified trainer and mindfulness practitioner with corporate background, Wee Ting has facilitated numerous training programs at large MNCs and local companies, conducting impactful programs for adults who are interested in personal development.

As a registered MOE trainer, Wee Ting also teaches emotional intelligence and well-being skills to children in schools, student care and childcare settings. Through her experiences interacting and connecting with students, she is able to empathize and curate programs tailored to young minds.

Michelle Mah

As a mindfulness, mental wellbeing practitioner and qualifying counsellor, Michelle has studied and trained with the world’s most heavily researched wellbeing programs and teachers, including Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) under UC San Diego School of Medicine with Dr. Steven Hickman and Beth Mulligan, Centre of Mindful Self-Compassion with researchers Dr. Kristin Neff and Dr. Christopher Germer, Search Inside Yourself Leadership Institute (SIYLI), and Mindful Schools Educator Training.

Recognizing the need to support the under-served parenting community in Singapore, Michelle holds a Psychotherapy Certification in Perinatal Mental Health, awarded by Postpartum Support International, the gold standard of maternal mental health and currently helps adults and parents undergoing life transitions in her counselling sessions.

Her current experience also includes delivering wellbeing programs for the Associate Faculty of Singapore Management University under the Mindfulness Initiative, as well as offering the CC005 “Healthy Living and Wellbeing” module at Nanyang Technological University, a compulsory module for all undergraduates to enhance mental and physical wellbeing.

Michelle has also previously curated and led self-care and wellbeing retreats for corporate employees within Asia as a certified 300hr Yoga Alliance teacher.

Mindful Parenting to Raise Calm & Confident Kids