Letting Go of Parental Guilt, Perfectionism & the Pressure to Get Parenting "Right"
Do you ever feel like no matter how hard you try, you’re not “getting it right” as a parent?You're not alone. Parental guilt, perfectionism, and the constant pressure to do more are stories many of us carry, often without realising it.In this episode, Jackie and mum Amanda explore:- Why guilt and perfectionism show up in parenting- How the pressure to “get it right” affects our nervous system- How old beliefs shape our reactions — especially when raising neurodivergent kids- Gentle ways to shift these patterns and meet ourselves with more compassionBeneath Behaviour is the podcast where we explore what’s really going on - beneath the behaviour.👇 Subscribe to Beneath Behaviour for more in-depth conversations with parents, experts, and advocates.For more information about the lenses and what Jackie Hall teaches, you can go to www.parentalstresscentre.com#ParentingPodcast #ParentalGuilt #ParentingPerfectionism #ParentingPressure #ParentingBurnout #NeurodivergentParenting #MindfulParenting #ParentingStress #BeneathBehaviour #SelfCompassion #autismmum
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Ep 13 - Autism Parenting: Mum of Netflix's Love on the Spectrum Star Tanner Shares Her Story
In this special episode of Beneath Behaviour, host Jackie Hall speaks with Nicci Smith, mother of Tanner Smith, who captured hearts worldwide on Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum. In this deeply personal episode, Nicci shares her journey raising an autistic child, from diagnosis to life after the show. They discuss parenting challenges, nurturing independence, sibling dynamics, and how to embrace each child's unique path.Perfect for autism parents, fans of the show, and anyone navigating parenting a neurodivergent child.#AutismParenting #LoveOnTheSpectrum #ParentingPodcast #AutismSupport #Neurodiversity #Parenting
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Ep12 - School Refusal - What's really going on
They’re not being defiant.They’re not “just refusing.”They’re overwhelmed — and their nervous system is calling the shots.In this solo episode, Jackie Hall dives deep into the emotional and physiological roots of “school can’t” — when a child literally cannot face the school day.We explore:– Why school environments can feel traumatic to some children– The 6 key stress categories that stack until they crack– How to support safety first — not compliance– And what to do when you’re being told to “just get them there”For any parent or educator navigating the heartbreak of school-based anxiety and shutdowns — this episode offers clarity, validation, and a way forward.🌿 Learn more about our Autism Parenting Program at The Parental Stress Centre#SchoolCant #BeneathBehaviour #AutisticKids #SchoolAnxiety #NeurodivergentParenting #TraumaInformed #EmotionalSafety #ParentalBurnout #BehaviourUnderstood #ParentingSupport #JackieHall #ParentalStressCentre
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Ep 11 - Understanding Your Autistic Child Starts Here
What if autism wasn’t the problem — but how we’ve been taught to see it, was?In this episode, Jackie shares a heartfelt and honest conversation about parenting autistic children through the first two lenses of her SUPER Framework: Self-Awareness and Understanding.We explore:What you believe about autism — and how it can shape your approach to autismWhy behaviour is communicationHow to shift from the “deficit” model to a neuro-affirming approach to AutismHow executive functioning, sensory overload, and social differences show up in everyday lifeWhy your child’s identity doesn’t need to be reshaped — but their environment mightWhether you’re navigating meltdowns, overwhelm, or just trying to find your feet — this episode is a gentle reset. It's not teaching you 'another new strategy.' It's giving you a new lens.🎧 Listen now — and let’s begin with you.Learn more about our Autism Parenting Program here.
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Ep 10 - Raising Four Neurodivergent Teenagers: A Mother's Honest Story
Ever felt like you’re the only family not following the script?In this episode, Jackie chats with Sarah — a mum of four neurodivergent teens — about what happens when you stop trying to parent “right” and start parenting real.They explore the early missteps, the power of self-diagnosis, and how burnout became the wake-up call Sarah didn’t know she needed. From ADHD to autism, perfectionism to self-worth, this is one of our most honest episodes yet.We talk about:- Recognising your own neurodivergence through your kids- The chaos of trying to parent like everyone else- Why flexibility, humour, and self-compassion are essential- Letting go of who you thought you should beThis is for every parent trying to do it differently — and wondering if they’re doing it wrong.#BeneathBehaviour #ParentingOutsideTheBox #NeurodivergentParenting #ParentingPodcast #ADHDParent #AutismParent #RealTalkParenting #SelfCompassion #BurnoutSupport #JackieHall #GentleParentingJourney
Beneath Behaviour is a podcast for parents who want to understand what’s really going on — in themselves and their kids. Hosted by Jackie Hall, each episode explores the emotional stories behind stress, reactivity, and relationship struggles. Unlike typical parenting podcasts, we’re not here to manage behaviour — we’re here to make sense of it. This is a no-judgment space where insight comes first — before solutions.
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