Let the adventure begin
- Emily Bagaric
- Aug 13
- 4 min read
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What a week! As we prepare to embark on a week of holiday (or adventure as I now call it) for our little fam of four; to connect, adventure and soak up some family time, I’ve been parenting and holding space for all the feelings.
It seems my big feeling boy can have a hard time with overwhelming sensations in his body, even the excitement of heading north to see cousins and a plane ride. It has felt like a lot; riding the waves that each day has brought, holding space for the waiting, anticipation, the build up and all of life in-between.
A year ago we headed north for a holiday, although a somewhat different mode of travel, we took four days to get there and camped along the way. Memories of that trip have been flooding back as we’ve enjoyed remembering all the stories; good, bad and the really bloody intense.
Even though we’re taking to the air with a much shorter travel time, I know for us (and many kids and sensitive beings) being out of our comfort zones, regular routines and flow is a lot and will require a lot of space holding for the boys (and myself).
I will intentionally be gifting myself a lot of compassion and grace, for the moments I lose it with them and react in ways that I would rather not.
I will be ensuring I take time (even if a few mins at a time) to tend to my nervous system and settle it as much as I can.
I will remember the sometimes wild and insane level of expectations that adults (and society) have on children and the ways they should show up, especially in public and new places.
Along with our swimmers and summer wardrobe we are also taking with us a throat clearing tic! Mr 5 moved through a virus recently and it seems he has struggled to shake the constant throat clearing that has now become quite habitual.
I tell you it has brought up a lot for me. I think my nervous system has struggled with it, and I’ve really had to dig deep to regulate myself alongside him.
After sharing with a few friends I realise it’s a lot more common that I thought and a lot of kids expense similar things post virus.
My supportive coach offered me the most beautiful reframe and I thought to share here in case it’s something that you have or do experience in the future.
Repetitive behaviours and things that our children do, that may appear strange or sometimes irritating or concerning are their bodies wise ways of regulating and supporting their own unique systems.
It was such a reminder to me how often we label or make up our own judgements on children and how they move through the world. Our children are so aware and generally know what it is their body’s need. And often it's us parents that need to get out of our heads, tend to what is coming up for us, so we can be there to support them in the best ways we can.
So off we go, stay tuned for post travel updates and may you move through your days tending to the roots of your nervous system, so it can be the anchor for you, your children and the whole family unit.
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Emily xxx
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