Parenting and Personalities
One thing about being a parent – there’s no shortage of personalities to be surrounded by. Our kids, our partners, our family, our friends. They keep us laughing, growing, loving, and crying. If only they understood us. Like the musician Van Morrison once sang “When people understand what I mean, mama said there will be days like this.” Adelaide Australia’s Kate Mason is an author, wife, and mother who has spent her career studying personality and relationships. In this podcast she looks at why relationships work, and why some don't. She also looks at how our personalities impact our relationships and examines what compels our children, husbands, wives and others to behave the way they do. This podcast is designed to help you understand those you love. A half hour listening on your own, will connect you with the ones you care about the most.
Episodes
Food additives have an enormous impact on us. Preservatives, and colourings affect our health and behaviour.
In this episode Kate shares her personal experience of eliminating these from her family's diet and seeing immediate improvements in their health. Guests Tracey Fry and Joanne Ling, creators of Additive Free Lifestyle, also share their experiences and discuss the importance of understanding what is in our food. They highligh...
Hey that's mine.
I saw it first.
Too bad. Finders’ keepers. Losers’ weepers.
No need to even ask if this sounds familiar. It does. But there are ways to manage sibling rivalries. Actually understanding your children’s personality types and preferences can go a long way to keeping the peace.
Guest: Sandra Etherington
Read Sandra’s article "Navigating Sibling Conflict"
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When traveling do you prefer to be highly organized and structured? Loose and available for what catches your whim? Or somewhere in between.
It’s all good when it’s just you traveling. It gets complicated when you have traveling companions, particularly if they don’t share your preferences.
Guest: Stephanie Noon
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Struggling to balance screen time, play, and family wellness? You’re not alone!
Kate chats with Dr. Nick Fuller about his research-backed lifestyle plan to create healthier families.
They look at the final two steps of Nick’s program: embracing daily play and tackling screen time to promote better sleep, movement, and overall health.
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05:13 – Why unstructured play is vital for kids and adults alik...
Is your Christmas full of festive chaos, quiet introspection, or heartfelt traditions?
Kate explores how our MBTI personality types shape the way we celebrate the holidays.
From extroverted party planners to introverted peace-seekers, and from intuitive gift givers to sensing traditionalists, Kate offers thoughtful advice to create balance and joy for everyone.
Featuring heartwarming stories of Christmas traditions from special gue...
How can families truly transform their eating habits for the better?
Dr Nick Fuller, a leading expert on obesity and the bestselling author of Healthy Parents, Healthy Kids, explores practical, science-backed strategies for overcoming food fussiness, breaking the yo-yo dieting cycle, and creating healthier mealtime habits.
Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or someone passionate about nutrition, this episode offers actionable ti...
How do modern parenting ideals and evolving grandparent roles intertwine in today’s world?
Kate links up with a mother and her daughter to look at the challenges and joys of parenting and grandparenting.
They explore balancing old-school values with contemporary techniques, managing emotional moments with children, and the delicate art of maintaining strong family communication.
From screen time debates to how grandparents and pare...
From discipline to communication. Have you ever stopped to think about how your childhood shapes the way you parent today?
Steph Noon, an experienced life coach and trauma specialist, and her daughter Kate Thorn, a busy mom join Kate.
Together, they discuss the evolution of parenting styles across generations, the challenges of modern-day information overload, and the wisdom gained from blending tradition with cutting-edge psycholo...
Are you tired of living with your adult kids? The phenomenon of adult children living at home with their parents has become increasingly common, leaving many to wonder: is this the new normal?
Kate looks at the realities of adults living with their parents, whether due to economic challenges or shifting cultural norms.
Joined by life coach Jeanine Mouchawar, they discuss how to navigate this complex dynamic with grace and mutual re...
Are you a little superstitious, or maybe just a little "stitious?"
Kate Mason dives deep into the world of superstitions, from quirky wedding traditions and curious rituals to their psychological roots and cultural origins.
With stories from her daughter's recent wedding, Kate explores how superstitions shape our lives, whether it's crossing fingers, tossing salt, or athletes' game-day routines.
She even relates these habits ...
Are you tired of feeling frustrated and helpless when dealing with your child's temperament clashes?
Do you wish you could understand and respond to their emotional needs more effectively?
Kate explores how our unique temperaments—sanguine, choleric, phlegmatic, and melancholic—affect our responses to conflict and shape the ways we repair relationships.
She shares insights and practical techniques to handle arguments with empathy, ...
Are you energized by lively conversations or do big social events drain your batteries?
Kate examines the intriguing dynamics between extroverts and introverts, exploring how each personality type navigates big gatherings.
Whether you thrive in social settings or need solitude to recharge, Kate discusses the impact of these preferences on relationships, mental well-being, and self-awareness.
Through relatable stories—including how ...
Is perimenopause just the “second puberty” we never saw coming?
In this episode of, host Kate Mason and guest Unna Goldsworthy dive deep into perimenopause, breaking down what it really is, how it impacts women’s physical and emotional health, and how understanding it can improve relationships at home and at work.
From managing symptoms to societal shifts like corporate policies supporting menopausal women, this conversation sheds ...
Weddings: magical, stressful, and full of surprises—would you relive your big day?
In this episode, Kate dives into all things wedding-related as her daughter Cassie prepares to walk down the aisle.
From the curveballs that can throw off wedding plans to how personality types like MBTI shape the process, Kate shares personal anecdotes and explores wedding traditions around the globe.
Whether you’ve had your own perfect or not-so-pe...
Feeling burnt out? This episode dives into the sneaky ways burnout can take over our lives.
Kate speaks with Unna Goldsworthy, founder of Unna Movement, to explore burnout’s telltale signs, its impact on the body and mind, and the strategies to combat it.
Unna shares her personal journey of burnout, from pushing through physical and emotional exhaustion to finding balance by redefining her career and life goals.
They discuss how to...
What happens when a child dreams of becoming a hazmat worker?
In this episode, Kate and Dr. Victoria Waller dives into the fascinating ways creativity can become a bridge to success for children with learning differences.
Dr. Victoria E. Waller shares her incredible experiences in nurturing children's passions and helping them find their unique strengths.
She emphasizes how thinking outside the box – sometimes quite literally with ...
Do you feel like you're arguing more than connecting with your partner lately?
In this episode, Kate dives into listener questions about relationships and communication, focusing on how understanding personality types can help couples reconnect.
Whether it's the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), temperament theories, or love languages, Kate shares actionable insights to strengthen bonds and reduce conflict.
She also explores how ...
Why do we argue, and how can understanding our personalities help us navigate conflicts?
In this episode, Kate looks at the root causes of arguments, exploring how personality types, emotional triggers, and even hormonal fluctuations play a crucial role in our disagreements.
With a mix of humour and practical advice, Kate offers strategies to defuse tensions and maintain harmony in relationships, especially within families.
Whether...
Ever wondered how your personality influences your financial habits?
In this episode, host Kate chats with financial coach Lexi Smith about the fascinating connection between MBTI profiles and money management.
Lexi, an ENTP, shares how understanding your personality can be a game-changer for managing finances—whether you're a spender or a saver.
The conversation delves into practical tips for parents on how to teach their kids abo...
How do you handle the big three F-words of travel: fear, frustration, and fun?
In this episode, Kate Mason delves into her personal experiences of traveling as an ESFP, from the anxieties of flying and taking taxis to the challenges of planning trips with family.
Despite the stress and unpredictability, she highlights the importance of embracing the chaos and finding joy in every moment.
Whether you're the organized planner or the ...
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