In this episode, Dr. Dunni delves into the challenges faced by working mothers and the importance of self-care. She metaphorically compares mothers to generals leading their armies, emphasizing the need for mothers to protect themselves with an "armor" built from their life experiences. Dr. Dunni discusses the significance of recognizing and addressing internal struggles, encouraging mothers to see, ask, feel, and express deep love for themselves to determine if they are safe to remove their armor and prioritize their well-being.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Mothers are like generals leading their army of children, facing significant responsibilities and stress in balancing work and home life.

• Mothers have built up emotional armor over the years from various experiences, both positive and negative, to protect themselves and survive.

• Dr. Dunni outlines four steps for mothers to assess their emotional well-being: see yourself, ask yourself, truly feel, and express deep love.

• Expressing deep love for oneself leads to compassion and kindness, giving permission to take off the emotional armor and prioritize self-care.

• It is essential for mothers to share and spread the message of self-care and well-being with other mothers to create a supportive community.

BEST MOMENTS

"Many times we as mothers are like soldiers. We are the generals that are leading our army."

"Our armor has been built on years of hurt, of pain, of shame, failure, successes, victories, celebrations, defeats."

"It's okay for us to take that armor off, Because it's then that we are free from the heavy emotions, the painful experiences, the discomfort."

"Seeing ourselves is the same and similar to our increasing self-awareness."

"Love is a word that has been used to describe so many things... deep and pure love, that love that is self-giving."

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HOST BIO

Your host Dr Dunni is the award-winning mum empowerment coach, Family doctor, International speaker, Best-selling author of the book ‘Every Mum is a super mum’ and a mum herself who is passionate about health and wellbeing. She is proficient in using natural, scientific, and medical well-being concepts to explain in simple terms practical ways and strategies to avoid ill health and promote the overall well-being of body, mind, soul, and spirit. This is made available by the provision of online courses, books, coaching and regular events where well-being strategies and tactics are shared to enhance holistic well-being. Learn more athttps://www.drdunni.com

In today's episode, Dr. Dunni delves into the topic of weaknesses and vulnerabilities. She discusses the common trend of feeling ashamed or apologizing for not knowing something, which can impact mental well-being and self-image. Dr. Dunni emphasizes the importance of reframing weaknesses as potential superpowers and encourages listeners to embrace their vulnerabilities. She emphasizes the essence of authentic living and the importance of guiding children to identify and work on their weaknesses while celebrating their strengths.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Recognize and embrace your weaknesses: It's important to acknowledge and accept your weaknesses as they can be turned into strengths with the right mindset.

• Vulnerability is a superpower: Expressing your weaknesses and vulnerabilities is a sign of strength and authenticity, not something to be ashamed of.

• Self-awareness is key: Identifying your weaknesses allows you to decide whether to improve, delegate, or accept them as they are.

• Celebrate diversity in strengths: Just like different animals excel in different environments, individuals have unique strengths and weaknesses that should be appreciated.

• Focus on personal growth: Instead of trying to be great at everything, focus on developing your strengths and managing your weaknesses effectively.

BEST MOMENTS

"It's okay not to know things. People perhaps see me and think, oh my goodness, she knows a lot about this. Not really."

"How comfortable are you talking about your weaknesses? Now, don't get me wrong. I love to demonstrate my strength."

"The ability to see your weakness and talk about it is where it's almost like you opening up your heart, knowing that yes, there will be some trolls, there will be some nasty people."

"There's always room for improvement. And if you had all the resources, the time, the mentors, everybody, you can be great at everything, which is well, but that's, you probably need about three or four or five lifetimes to do that."

"Our children are all different. And there's some of them that are fishes, some of them are monkeys, some of them are horses, and some of them are birds."

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HOST BIO

Your host Dr Dunni is the award-winning mum empowerment coach, Family doctor, International speaker, Best-selling author of the book ‘Every Mum is a super mum’ and a mum herself who is passionate about health and wellbeing. She is proficient in using natural, scientific, and medical well-being concepts to explain in simple terms practical ways and strategies to avoid ill health and promote the overall well-being of body, mind, soul, and spirit. This is made available by the provision of online courses, books, coaching and regular events where well-being strategies and tactics are shared to enhance holistic well-being. Learn more at https://www.drdunni.com

Today, Dr. Dunni discusses the power of gratitude in improving overall well-being. She shares personal experiences and insights on how expressing gratitude can positively impact our lives. Dr. Dunni emphasizes the importance of not only feeling grateful but also expressing it through words, writing, and gestures. She discusses the science behind gratitude, citing studies that show its effects on brain structure, stress reduction, and emotional well-being. Dr. Dunni also encourages her listeners to incorporate gratitude practices, such as keeping a gratitude journal and teaching children the value of expressing gratitude.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Expressing gratitude through words, actions, and gestures can significantly improve well-being.

• Keeping a gratitude journal, even with just a few lines, can lead to better sleep and a sense of wellness.

• Teaching children to express gratitude from a young age can positively impact their development.

• Gratitude can be expressed in various ways, such as through gifts, words of affirmation, or physical touch, based on individual preferences.

• Reflecting on and expressing gratitude for negative experiences can lead to personal growth and a shift in perspective.

BEST MOMENTS

"Gratitude is a special thing that we all have access to. But for some reason or the other, we forget those moments where we feel low, we feel down, we feel disempowered."

"When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change."

"Sometimes we need to think a bit deeply about what we're thankful for. Not just because it's a good thing to do, but because it actually improves our well-being."

"There's a huge thing that we need to learn, that when we give gratitude, whether it's spoken, it's written, or even in the third way of I'm going to describe in a minute, you will experience the joy and the person you're giving it to experiences the joy."

"Let us start to not just express gratitude in thoughts, words, and actions, but start to teach our children to express gratitude as well."

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HOST BIO

Your host Dr Dunni is the award-winning mum empowerment coach, Family doctor, International speaker, Best-selling author of the book ‘Every Mum is a super mum’ and a mum herself who is passionate about health and wellbeing. She is proficient in using natural, scientific, and medical well-being concepts to explain in simple terms practical ways and strategies to avoid ill health and promote the overall well-being of body, mind, soul, and spirit. This is made available by the provision of online courses, books, coaching and regular events where well-being strategies and tactics are shared to enhance holistic well-being. Learn more athttps://www.drdunni.com