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Small Moments, Big Shifts: How Tiny Habits Can Change the Way You Feel as a Parent

Parenting can feel overwhelming, but calm starts with small moments. Inspired by James Clear’s Atomic Habits, A Little Space for Parents offers practical audio micro-tools to help you build emotional resilience one pause at a time. By stacking tiny habits — like grounding yourself while waiting for the kettle to boil — you can shift your stress response, strengthen awareness, and cultivate a grounded sense of calm. Learn how micro-habits of awareness can transform your days, your parenting, and your relationship with yourself.

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Jonathan Cheetham Jonathan Cheetham

Building a mental reservoir of happiness to draw on

Savouring is the practice of slowing down to fully enjoy and absorb positive experiences — like a sunset, a warm hug, or your favourite meal. Research shows it activates the brain’s reward and emotion networks, including the ventral striatum and prefrontal cortex, strengthening pathways linked to happiness and emotional balance. Regular savouring builds resilience, reduces stress, and enhances well-being by training the brain to notice and sustain positivity. In a fast-paced world, taking moments to savour helps you create a deeper sense of gratitude and lasting joy — a small daily act that can lead to greater mental and emotional health.

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