# Casual Conversations | Are You Feeling Frustrated, Mommy? A Conversation on Parenting and Growing Up

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Podcast: [Casual Conversations](https://stenobird.com/podcast/casual-conversations-7034361)
Published: 2026-01-14T15:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1523

## Resource

When a tired Elena admits she’s frustrated, her son flips the script and calmly hands her the exact emotional-regulation advice she’s taught him: breathe in and out… 35 times. What follows is laughter, perspective, and a reminder that kids are always listening. From there, the conversation wanders (as it always does) through parenting wins and fails, marriage dynamics, travel, money, real estate, Legos, gift-giving pressure, organization chaos, Monopoly strategy, and what it really means to slow down and be intentional, especially during the holidays. Honest, funny, and unfiltered, this episode is a snapshot of real life: raising kids, navigating relationships, and trying to do a little better each day, while laughing through the mess. Follow us on our other media platforms: Instagram: @casual_conversationspodcast Facebook: Casual Conversations Podcast TikTok: causalconversationspod Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode! #values #personalgrowth #podcast

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