Eps 369: Rachel Macy Stafford teaches us how to Soul Shift - a podcast by Casey ORoarty

My guest today is Rachel Macy Stafford. 
 Rachel joins Casey today to share about her new book, “Soul Shift,” and how to find joy and get back to yourself. Rachel shares the painful truth that started her journey. Casey and Rachel connect over the challenges that raising teens can bring, and how we can be present, relationship-focused, and connected with them during the tough times. Rachel shares a beautiful story about how being human and vulnerable with your teens allows them to be authentic with you, too. They touch on the messiness of teens and how we need to deeply know our children so we can best support them. Rachel shares some of her best practices to find self-worth&growth, like speaking to yourself compassionately and taking time for yourself.  
 Takeaways from the show

Cultivating the practice of presence Asking yourself and owning why you do what you do 

Finding time to nurture yourself Uncovering and responding to one’s deepest truths 

Connecting with your teen through presence Being real, authentic,&vulnerable with your teen 

Presence as a door opener for your teen Letting go of distractions and prioritizing connection 

Finding your self-worth Being in your experience vs. observing the experience

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