"We cannot give what we do not have. When I am thriving, when I have calm and peace within – then I can give it to my children." - Hunter Clarke-FieldsThis episode is a breath of fresh air! I'm talking with Hunter Clarke-Fields who is a mindfulness mentor/coach, host of the Mindful Mama podcast, and author of  Raising Good Humans: A Mindful Guide to Breaking the Cycle of Reactive Parenting and Raising Kind, Confident Kids.Hunter is she is so relatable and real in this interview that you can't help but feel calmer and more compassionate towards yourself. Hunter vulnerable shares...Her own challenges as a mom who struggled with anger, yelling, and feeling like she was failing.  How she chose to see her daughter as a gift and take the courageous steps to heal the unhealthy patterns she grew up with.How your ability to remain grounded affects your parenting,Communication skills to help your child to process their big emotions, self-regulate, and cultivate a deeper connection with them.  What you can do to be less reactive and become a more calm and connected parent and provide your child with what they truly need.Sit back, listen, and glean from all Hunter's wisdom! FEATURED IN THIS EPISODE:Hunter's Book: Raising Good Humans by Hunter Clarke-FieldsMindful Mama PodcastWebsite: Mindful Mama MentorInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulmamamentor/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/huntercyoga/*****Mamas, if you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider sharing the love and leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It really makes a difference and takes less than 60 seconds! Sign up for our Moms of Tweens and Teens newsletter HERE Find more encouragement, wisdom, and resources: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/momsoftweensandteens/ Join our Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/Momsoftweensandteens Find awesome resources on MOTTs University: https://www.mottsuniversity.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/ Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.  Get on the waitlist to get all the details and to be the first to know when it opens!  https://momsoftweensandteens.lpages.co/waiting-list-for-membership/