179. Back to School: 3 Questions Every Parent Needs
The back-to-school season doesn’t just shift kids’ routines, it changes the rhythm of the whole family.
Alejandra Siroka invites parents and co-parents to pause and notice how these transitions impact their partnerships. She shares three simple yet powerful questions that help partners move from silent frustration to mutual support, turning hectic weeks into opportunities for connection.
Alejandra also explores the importance of grounding family logistics in shared values, checking in regularly, and practicing daily gratitude. Whether you’re in a couple or parenting solo, this episode offers ways to uncover hidden stress points, consider what support really looks like, and create a smoother transition for everyone at home.
Quotes
- “When we name what’s happening and we create the space to talk about it together, we can transform a potentially chaotic transition into a meaningful passage that can bring you and your partner or co-parent together.” (03:20 | Alejandra Siroka)
- “Before you and your partner get deep into logistics, this conversation needs to start with your values.” (04:11 | Alejandra Siroka)
- “What’s key here is that you show yourself that you are not alone. Because most likely, there is someone who would really enjoy supporting you and feeling heard by you.” (14:42 | Alejandra Siroka)
- “Conscious communication doesn’t mean you’ll have to have perfect conversations or that every transition will go smoothly. It means you are choosing to engage with intention rather than with reaction. It means you are building connection even in the midst of change.” (15:24 | Alejandra Siroka)
- “Every conversation you have, whether it’s checking in with your partner about their needs for the week or expressing gratitude for how they’re supporting the family is an act of evolutionary activism because you’re modeling to your children how to navigate transitions in a meaningful and connecting way.” (16:13 | Alejandra Siroka)
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