Guest Bio:
Maria Riegger, based in Washington, DC, has turned her turbulent childhood experiences into a powerful narrative of resilience and self-improvement. Maria’s expertise extends beyond her legal career into realms of astrology and parenting, where she has found profound connections between personal challenges and professional achievements. Her approach to parenting emphasizes laughter and positive connections, moving away from the more traditional authoritarian methods that focus on control and criticism.

Discussion Points:
Healing Your Inner Child:

Explore the concept of reparenting and its necessity in healing wounds from the past.
Maria shares personal stories of overcoming the trauma of losing a parent and dealing with a challenging upbringing.
Discussion on how healing your inner child can lead to more empathetic and understanding parenting practices.
Astrology and Spirituality in Parenting:

How astrological insights can help parents understand their children's personalities and needs better.
Incorporating spirituality into everyday parenting to foster a nurturing and supportive environment.
Examples of positive parenting moments influenced by spiritual practices.
Real Families Today: Challenges and Joys:

Acknowledging the diverse structures and dynamics of modern families.
Overcoming societal pressures and the pursuit of perfection in parenting.
Celebrating the unique joys that come with raising children in today's world.
Motivation and Resilience in Parenting:

Strategies to stay motivated as a parent, especially during challenging times.
The importance of resilience and how parents can cultivate it both in themselves and their children.
Personal anecdotes from Maria’s experiences that highlight resilience and determination.
Creating Progress and Setting New Standards:

Discussion on the importance of setting achievable standards in parenting.
How to create new, healthy patterns that encourage growth and happiness within the family.
Techniques to ensure that progress is valued over perfection.
Professional Success and Parenting:

How parenting skills can translate into professional success and vice versa.
Maria talks about managing burnout and maintaining long-term goals.
The crossover between professional setbacks and parental challenges, with strategies to handle both effectively.
Conclusion:
The episode wraps up with reflections on how parents can continue to elevate their standards, ensuring that their parenting journey is about surviving and thriving. Maria will share her final thoughts on the importance of maintaining a joyful and resilient spirit through all the ups and downs of parenting.

Connect with Maria Riegger:
Follow her journey and gain more insights: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-riegger-esq/

Connect with Tiffany Lorraine Galloway-Maddox
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffany-lorraine-galloway-4a3168207/

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