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Parenting and Personalities

Kate Mason, Stories and Strategies

One thing about being a parent – there’s no shortage of personalities to be surrounded by. Our kids, our partners, our family, our friends. They keep us laughing, growing, loving, and crying. If only they understood us. Like the musician Van Morrison once sang “When people understand what I mean, mama said there will be days like this.” Adelaide Australia’s Kate Mason is an author, wife, and mother who has spent her career studying personality and relationships. In this podcast she looks at why

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39:01

SINGLE Mum's SECRET to Raising STRONG KIDS!

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2025/04/01

What if rock bottom was actually the start of something incredible? Kate Mason sits down with Justina Tomkinson—a fierce, resilient single mum who turned hardship into an unlikely recipe for raising kind, capable, and fiercely independent kids. From losing her home and marriage to rebuilding a life with nothing but grit and determination, Justina shares how she raised three thriving children through emotional, financial, and personal adversity. Her story is raw, real, and pa...

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35:13

BREAK FREE From Your Past and Parent Your Inner Child!

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2025/03/25

Ever wonder why certain behaviors of your child can trigger an emotional response that feels more about you than them? Family therapist Lisa Taylor joins Kate Mason to discuss how unresolved childhood experiences shape our responses to parenting. They explore the impact of the "child within" on how we react to our own children’s big emotions and provide practical tips to better understand ourselves in the heat of parenting challenges. Lisa’s three C parenting model—Courage, Connec...

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21:25

Does YOUR Personality Dictate Home Renovation Success?

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2025/03/18

Renovating a home isn't just about knocking down walls and picking out paint colours—it’s a crash course in personality dynamics! Kate Mason takes us inside her family’s renovation adventures, where each temperament plays a unique role in the chaos and creativity of home improvements. From her own spontaneous enthusiasm as a Sanguine to her husband Paul’s take-charge Choleric energy, and her children’s mix of meticulous Melancholic planning and easygoing Phlegmatic patience, Kate ...

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24:52

Setting Boundaries With Your GROWN-UP Kids Without...

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2025/03/11

Ever feel like every conversation with a certain someone turns into a debate? Or wonder how to navigate the tricky shift from parenting young kids to respecting your adult child’s independence? Kate Mason dives into two major family dynamics: the clash between thinkers and feelers in communication and the importance of setting boundaries when kids grow up and move out. She explores why thinkers crave logic and facts while feelers prioritize emotional connection—and how these diffe...

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31:38

The Weight Loss Plan that Works WITH your Body, Not...

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2025/03/04

Is Dieting a Waste of Time? Kate Mason welcomes back Dr. Nick Fuller from the Charles Perkins Centre at the University of Sydney to debunk diet myths and explore a smarter, science-backed approach to weight loss. Instead of restrictive diets that ultimately backfire, Dr. Fuller introduces his Interval Weight Loss method—a structured yet flexible program that works with your body’s natural rhythms, rather than against them. He shares practical strategies for sustainable weight loss...

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26:51

Escaping the Yo-Yo Diet Trap with Dr. Nick Fuller

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2025/02/25

Have you ever felt like diets just don’t work—no matter how hard you try? You’re not alone. Kate Mason welcomes back Dr. Nick Fuller from the University of Sydney’s Charles Perkins Centre to discuss why dieting often fails us and how our biology is actually working against rapid weight loss. Dr. Fuller shares groundbreaking insights on why restrictive diets lead to long-term weight gain, how our bodies protect a "set point" weight, and why interval weight loss—losing weight in small, controll...

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33:24

Are You Okay? The Power (and Fear) of Asking the Hard...

Parenting and Personalities ·

2025/02/18

Have you ever hesitated to ask, “Are you okay?” because you weren’t sure how to handle the answer? Kate Mason sits down with mediator and conflict resolution expert Kate Russell to explore emotional intelligence, the complexities of meaningful check-ins, and how to support someone who might be struggling. They discuss whether emotional intelligence is innate or learned, the challenges of Australia’s Are You Okay? Day, and practical strategies for navigating tough conversations with empa...

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29:12

Three Strategies for Making Every Day a Valentine's Day

Parenting and Personalities ·

2025/02/11

Do you truly understand how the people in your life feel loved and supported? In this special Valentine's Day episode of Parenting and Personalities, Kate looks at the history of the holiday, its commercial rise, and most importantly, the everyday relationships that shape our lives. Beyond chocolates and roses, how do we communicate with our loved ones? What role does personality play in how we listen? And how do your innate preferences for different love languages shape our con...

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36:23

Healing Through Laughter: Can Joy Help Process Trauma?

Parenting and Personalities ·

2025/02/04

Is Laughter the Secret to a Happier, Healthier Life? Kate Mason welcomes motivational speaker, mindfulness coach, and laughter yoga practitioner Annie Harvey to explore the surprising power of laughter. They dive into the science behind why laughter—real or fake—can reduce stress, boost emotional resilience, and even help process grief. Annie shares her personal journey of using mindfulness and laughter to navigate the challenges of caring for parents with dementia and how these tools have...

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29:47

Back-to-School Anxiety? Not on Our Watch!

Parenting and Personalities ·

2025/01/23

What’s the secret to making the back-to-school transition smooth and stress-free for your child and yourself? Kate Mason is joined by Dr. Victoria Waller, an educator and expert in learning differences with over 40 years of experience. Together, they share creative strategies for keeping kids engaged during school holidays (without screens!), easing back-to-school anxiety, and creating positive routines weeks in advance. From bedtime adjustments to fostering open communication with your child...

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35:56

REPLAY - Helping Parents Unpack the Effects of Food...

Parenting and Personalities ·

2025/01/14

Food additives have an enormous impact on us. Preservatives, and colourings affect our health and behaviour. In this episode Kate shares her personal experience of eliminating these from her family's diet and seeing immediate improvements in their health. Guests Tracey Fry and Joanne Ling, creators of Additive Free Lifestyle, also share their experiences and discuss the importance of understanding what is in our food. They highlight the significant profits made by the food additive industry and the

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32:17

REPLAY - How to Manage Conflicts Between Your Children

Parenting and Personalities ·

2025/01/07

Hey that's mine. I saw it first. Too bad. Finders’ keepers. Losers’ weepers. No need to even ask if this sounds familiar. It does. But there are ways to manage sibling rivalries. Actually understanding your children’s personality types and preferences can go a long way to keeping the peace. Guest: Sandra Etherington Instagram | Website Read Sandra’s article"Navigating Sibling Conflict" Contact Kate: Email | Website | LinkedIn | Kate’s book on AmazonSee

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28:40

REPLAY - A Cuppa With Kate n Tray – Travel… and...

Parenting and Personalities ·

2024/12/31

When traveling do you prefer to be highly organized and structured? Loose and available for what catches your whim? Or somewhere in between. It’s all good when it’s just you traveling. It gets complicated when you have traveling companions, particularly if they don’t share your preferences. Guest: Stephanie Noon Website | Instagram | LinkedIn Contact Kate: Email | Website | Kate’s Book on Amazon | LinkedIn | Facebook | XSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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26:04

Screens OFF, Health ON: Family Wellness Tips

Parenting and Personalities ·

2024/12/30

Struggling to balance screen time, play, and family wellness? You’re not alone! Kate chats with Dr. Nick Fuller about his research-backed lifestyle plan to create healthier families. They look at the final two steps of Nick’s program: embracing daily play and tackling screen time to promote better sleep, movement, and overall health. Listen For: 05:13 – Why unstructured play is vital for kids and adults alike 12:53 – Role modeling movement: The ripple effect on kids 15:18

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30:46

What Did Our Parents Teach Us About Modern Parenting?

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2024/11/26

From discipline to communication. Have you ever stopped to think about how your childhood shapes the way you parent today? Steph Noon, an experienced life coach and trauma specialist, and her daughter Kate Thorn, a busy mom join Kate. Together, they discuss the evolution of parenting styles across generations, the challenges of modern-day information overload, and the wisdom gained from blending tradition with cutting-edge psychological insights. Listen For: 09:22 - The Impact of Being Seen and

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29:02

Adult Kids Living at Home: Is This the NEW NORMAL?

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2024/11/19

Are you tired of living with your adult kids? The phenomenon of adult children living at home with their parents has become increasingly common, leaving many to wonder: is this the new normal? Kate looks at the realities of adults living with their parents, whether due to economic challenges or shifting cultural norms. Joined by life coach Jeanine Mouchawar, they discuss how to navigate this complex dynamic with grace and mutual respect. From reshaping communication styles to setting boundaries and

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27:49

Are You SECRETLY Superstitious? Unravelling our...

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2024/11/12

Are you a little superstitious, or maybe just a little "stitious?" Kate Mason dives deep into the world of superstitions, from quirky wedding traditions and curious rituals to their psychological roots and cultural origins. With stories from her daughter's recent wedding, Kate explores how superstitions shape our lives, whether it's crossing fingers, tossing salt, or athletes' game-day routines. She even relates these habits to Myers-Briggs personality types, showing how our natural

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25:52

Repairing Personality Clashes With Your Child

Parenting and Personalities ·

2024/11/05

Are you tired of feeling frustrated and helpless when dealing with your child's temperament clashes? Do you wish you could understand and respond to their emotional needs more effectively? Kate explores how our unique temperaments—sanguine, choleric, phlegmatic, and melancholic—affect our responses to conflict and shape the ways we repair relationships. She shares insights and practical techniques to handle arguments with empathy, resilience, and emotional intelligence. It’s never too late to

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40:44

The Personality Behind the Mess: How MBTI Shapes Your...

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2024/08/27

How does your personality shape the way you deal with clutter? This episode explores the fascinating intersection of personality types, love languages, and our relationship with the stuff we accumulate. Kate Mason chats with Bridget Johns, founder of Be Simply Free, about how understanding ourselves and our loved ones can transform the often-overwhelming task of decluttering into a meaningful, even harmonious process. They explore everything from MBTI types to love languages, offering insights

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16:25

Traveling with Personalities: A Guide to Harmonious...

Parenting and Personalities ·

2024/07/30

Ever wondered how to keep the peace while traveling with a diverse group of personalities? In this episode, Kate shares her experiences and insights from a recent family trip to the USA and Canada. She discusses the importance of understanding and respecting different personality types to ensure a harmonious travel experience. From pre-trip planning and balancing activities to maintaining open communication and embracing individual differences, Kate provides practical tips for making group travel

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