Conscious Parenting in a Chaotic World

Schedule

Wed Mar 25 2026 at 06:00 pm to 07:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

Restorative Wellness Center | Ann Arbor, MI

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Raising Resilient, Connected Kids Through Awareness, Intention, and Emotional Skill-Building (Promo Code: KIDS @ registration)
About this Event

Parenting today requires more than rules and routines—it demands presence, empathy, and a deep understanding of how children grow emotionally, socially, and mentally. This workshop introduces the principles of Conscious Parenting, a transformative approach that helps caregivers respond—not react—to their children’s needs, behaviors, and challenges.

In addition to the strategies of conscious parenting, attendees will also learn the neuro-emotional components that trigger caregivers to respond negatively to children. Emotionally-charged events from a caregiver’s childhood create memories in the subconscious mind which can be triggered to provoke an automatic reaction affecting the kids we intend to nurture. Neuro-emotional changes can be made to prevent these reactions in the future.

Blending insights from developmental psychology, resilience research, and the MESH (Mental Emotional Social Health) framework, this session empowers families to build stronger relationships, foster emotional intelligence, and create environments where kids feel safe to thrive.


Dr. Geck and Gaynor Meilke will explore:

● The difference between reactive and responsive parenting

● How stress, digital overload, and social pressure affect child development

● Tools to regulate your own emotions and model resilience for your children

● Strategies for building trust, connection, and emotional safety

● How to use everyday moments—play, conflict, transitions—as opportunities for growth


Workshop Features

● Guided reflection on your parenting values and triggers

● Role-play scenarios to practice conscious communication

● MESH-aligned activities that build emotional regulation and problem-solving

● Tools for co-creating boundaries, rituals, and tech habits that support well-being

● Take-home resources including a Conscious Parenting checklist and family conversation starters

● Insight into neuro-emotional triggers that affect parenting and teaching


Why It Matters
Children don’t just need protection—they need connection. Conscious parenting helps caregivers move beyond control and correction toward collaboration and emotional empowerment. When adults show up with intention, kids learn to do the same.


Ideal For:
Parents, caregivers, educators, and youth mentors seeking a more mindful, emotionally attuned approach to raising children in today’s fast-moving world.


MUST register for event and use PROMO CODE: KIDS to obtain your free tickets.

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Where is it happening?

Restorative Wellness Center, 107 Aprill Drive, Ann Arbor, United States

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