Have you ever vowed NEVER to do something your parents did, and yet caught yourself repeating the same thing? We're patterned and conditioned by our own childhood experiences - no doubt.  Yet, as we grow in awareness and healing, we can leverage our childhood experiences to show up more powerfully in motherhood.  Today’s guest, Emmy Brunner, is a psychotherapist, personal empowerment and transformation coach, hypnotherapist, and author.  Tune in as we discuss the transition to motherhood, how our children reveal powerful invitations for growth, and how we can model wellness and self-compassion for our children as we deepen our bonds with them.   Three things you’ll learn in this episode: The work of breaking generational cycles and patterns How our own life experiences impact & dictate our parenting Emmy’s go-to self-regulation tools    To connect with Emmy, head to:          @emmybrunnerofficial Website: emmybrunner.com Course: The Thriving Parent Program Book: Find Your True Voice   “Our children are our greatest teachers. They provide us an opportunity for deep reflection and to heal some of our own wounds.” – Emmy Brunner   TAKE THE PERSONALITY PATTERN QUIZ!   BOOK A FREE 30-MINUTE CALL WITH MICHELLE   FB COMMUNITY: The Calm Mom Collective   JOIN ME ON INSTAGRAM: @michellegrosser.coach   “I love The Calm Mom Podcast!” ← if that sounds like you, please consider rating and reviewing our show!  This helps us support more women, just like you, on their motherhood journey.  Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.”  Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode!