{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F89420fe5-d0fb-406e-85c4-63f74f6b9c1b","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"<iframe style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px;\" title=\"Nurturing Resilience in Families: Building Connection in a Tech-Heavy World with Marina Passalaris\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"clipboard-write\" seamless src=\"http://player.captivate.fm/episode/89420fe5-d0fb-406e-85c4-63f74f6b9c1b\"></iframe>","title":"Nurturing Resilience in Families: Building Connection in a Tech-Heavy World with Marina Passalaris","description":"In this episode of The Mindful Living, host Sana sits down with Marina Passalaris, founder of Beautiful Minds, to explore how tech-free, nature-based experiences can transform family life. From her own journey of overcoming childhood agoraphobia to leading one of Australia\u2019s largest family well-being initiatives, Marina shares practical tools for fostering resilience, emotional regulation, and deeper bonds between parents and children.\nThe conversation unpacks the importance of creating boundaries around technology, prioritizing presence, and viewing mental well-being as a shared family journey. Whether it\u2019s a weekend retreat, a Sunday without screens, or a nightly family check-in, Marina offers actionable ways to bring more connection and calm into today\u2019s fast-paced, digitally saturated lives.\n\nAbout the Guest\nMarina Passalaris is the founder of Beautiful Minds, Australia\u2019s leading provider of family well-being programs. After overcoming chronic agoraphobia as a young girl, she dedicated her career to helping families reconnect, regulate emotions, and build resilience. Beautiful Minds offers retreats, workshops, and online programs across Australia and is expanding globally to the US, New Zealand, UK, and Singapore.\n\nKey Takeaways\n\n\nFamily well-being thrives when approached as a shared experience, not an individual pursuit.\n\n\nTechnology isn\u2019t the enemy\u2014but clear, consistent boundaries are essential for balance.\n\n\nTech-free retreats help families reset, reconnect, and model presence for children.\n\n\nSimple practices like Sunday screen-free days, nightly family dinners, and morning light exposure can transform emotional health.\n\n\nParents must lead by example, showing children how to self-regulate, communicate, and engage without constant digital distraction.\n\n\nAccessibility matters\u2014Beautiful Minds offers shorter, affordable workshops and online programs for broader reach.\n\n\nThe goal is not quick fixes but creating sustainable family habits that nurture joy, gratitude, and resilience.\n\n\n\nConnect with Marina Passalaris\nWebsite: www.beautifulminds.com.auInstagram: @beautifulminds\n\nWant to be a guest on The Mindful Living? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch\n\n\nDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\n\n\nCHECK PODCAST SHOWS &amp; BE A GUEST:\n\n\nTune to all our 19 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik\n\n\nSubscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/\n\n\nJoin Community: https://nas.io/healthymind\n\n\nOUR SERVICES\n\n\nBusiness Podcast Management - https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/corporatepodcasting/\n\n\nIndividual Podcast Management - https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/Podcasting/\n\n\nShare Your Story With World - https://ourofferings.healthymindbyavik.com/shareyourstory\n\n\nSTAY TUNED AND FOLLOW US!Medium - https://medium.com/@contentbyavikYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@healthymindbyavikInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.pod/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymindLinkedin Page - https://www.linkedin.com/company/healthymindbyavikLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster/Twitter - https://twitter.com/podhealthclubPinterest - https://www.pinterest.com/Avikpodhealth/\nSHARE YOUR REVIEW\n\n\nShare your Google Review - https://www.podpage.com/bizblend/reviews/new/\n\n\nShare a video Testimonial - https://famewall.healthymindbyavik.com/\n\n\n\u00a0\n#podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness #HealthyMindByAvik #MentalHealthAwareness #StorytellingAsMedicine #PodcastLife #PersonalDevelopment #ConsciousLiving #GrowthMindset #MindfulnessMatters #VoicesOfUnity #InspirationDaily #podcast #podcasting #podcaster #podcastlife #podcastlove #podcastshow #podcastcommunity #newpodcast #podcastaddict #podcasthost #pdcastepisode #podcastinglife #podrecommendation #wellnesspodcast #healthpodcast #mentalhealthpodcast #wellbeing #selfcare #mentalhealth #mindfulness #healthandwellness #wellnessjourney #mentalhealthmatters ","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/b1eff17c-4201-4259-ab8d-b059a3277892/the-mindful-living-artwork8wndb.png"}