Working Moms, Power Struggles, and Creative Liberation with Elle Jaye

Elle Jaye supports powerful and resilient working moms who want to put an end to the power struggles with their child, so they become a strong team instead of adversaries. The working moms realize they are women first, and mothering is another job they do. By disrupting this mindset, the women step into their power and resilience as an extension of their values and intent for their children. Elle joins me to talk about how she discovered her creative side in her 20s, how we normalize and pass on relationship and parenting patterns, how we can see adults as atrophied children rather than seeing children as mini adults, and more.

 

Episode breakdown:

00:00 Introduction

04:24 Childhood curiosity suppressed, later recognized as problem-solving and questioning.

08:00 Creativity awakens through coloring and relaxing with children.

12:00 Daughters express creativity differently; family talents traced back generations.

16:26 Watching movies as family sparks deeper curiosity and connection.

20:10 Analyzing shows reveals generational patterns, manipulation, and emotional awareness gaps.

24:39 Parenting styles shaped by media; Cosby Show inspires new possibilities.

28:27 Realizing art and creativity were present through connection and escapism.

32:00 Family meetings on TV offered models for healthy communication.

36:41 Adults repeat childhood patterns unless they intentionally choose to change.

41:00 Children should not be seen as mini adults; generational shifts.

46:00 Letting go of control, discovering healthy ways to parent.

51:00 Play, fun, and creativity help shift negative energy and judgment.

56:00 Awareness of presence, connecting with nature improves perspective and creativity.

 

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