Episode 38. Conscious Parenting in a Digital Age with Jade Gooding
Jade Gooding is a passionate advocate for conscious parenting and a single mother whose journey has been shaped by raising her pre-teen daughter with love and intentionality. Based in Ibiza, Jade is the creator of “No Mum Is An Island", an online platform dedicated to supporting mothers as they navigate the challenges of modern parenting. With a deep focus on the complexities of raising children in a digital world, as well as personal experience and in-depth knowledge around ADHD, and neurodiversity, Jade’s mission is to empower parents to build connection, foster emotional intelligence, and find strength in community. I’m so pleased to have her join us on SoapBox and share her invaluable insights with you.
Episode Summary
In this episode, I sit down with Jade Gooding, founder of No Mum Is An Island and a conscious parenting educator, for an honest and enlightening conversation about the realities of modern parenting. Drawing from her own experiences as a mother, Jade shares the challenges and joys of raising children in today’s digital world, exploring topics such as social comparison, digital addiction, and the importance of emotional support for teenagers.
Jade’s journey highlights the power of community and accountability in navigating the complexities of parenthood. She discusses the essence of conscious parenting, pausing, being present, and making intentional choices even in difficult moments, and why creating emotionally secure environments for our children is more important than ever. This episode is a must-listen for parents seeking to deepen their connection with their children and create a more mindful approach to raising the next generation.
Key Takeaways
Conscious parenting is about being present, pausing to reflect, and making intentional decisions that foster emotional security in children.
Digital influences such as social media bring challenges including social comparison, addiction, and anxiety, making emotional support and guidance essential for today’s children.
Building supportive communities for mothers and children creates the resources and accountability needed to navigate modern parenting challenges.
Dedicated quality time with children, free of devices, strengthens connection and encourages open, honest communication.
Jade’s upcoming course will focus on equipping children with life skills and emotional intelligence through engaging, interactive education.
Where to find Jade, the blog post she mentions, and her upcoming course information:
Course Info: www.nomumisanisland.com/joinus
Website: nomumisanisland.com
Instagram: No Mum Is An Island
Guide on Protecting Children from Harmful Online Content
Find me (Rochelle) here:
Website: www.rochellehubbard.com
Instagram: www.instagram.com/rochelle.a.hubbard
Books & teachers mentioned:
Book “Hold on to Your Kids” by Gabor Maté and Gordon Neufeld
Book "Raising Boys" by Steve Biddulph
Martin Seligman teaching Positive Psychology
Carol Dweck teaching Growth Mindset
Tune in to the full episode for more in-depth discussions on conscious parenting, insightful strategies on building emotional resilience in children, and an inspiring journey toward supporting young minds in this digitally-saturated world. Stay connected by subscribing to SoapBox for future inspiring episodes that offer fresh perspectives and real-world advice from both the host and special guest experts.