Parenting for resilience

The magic of warm listening live

A live, online, guided 8-week course for parents and carers, led by Jo McAndrews

Starts 24th September 2025

What is The magic of warm listening live?

The magic of warm listening LIVE is a guided, 8-week version of my course The magic of warm listening. Click through to read all about the course itself. On this page you’ll find information about the live online version which begins 24th September 2025.

For the live version, you will get access to the full self-paced course, plus weekly Zoom calls, live guided practices, and the support of a small group of fellow parents and carers walking this path alongside you, led by me, Jo McAndrews.

The roots of true resilience begin in childhood, in the small, everyday interactions that shape how we grow. We’re all born ready for the most important relationships of our lives, but parenting in today’s world can feel painfully unsupported. Many of us didn’t receive the kind of care and connection we truly needed growing up, and now we’re doing our best to offer something better for our own children.

The world is getting more challenging. Climate and social crises are bringing increased anxiety and stress for children, young people and their parents. We are going to need strong skills and resilience to face and contribute to a changing future. The foundation of resilience is warm, responsive relationships.

This course will offer you the insight, practical tools and encouragement to build strong, warm relationships with your child, and to become their greatest ally, especially in hard times.

You don’t need to do this alone. Warm listening LIVE is designed to hold you while you learn, to nourish you as you care for your children, and to help you find new ways of listening that create real connection.

What you’ll get with the live course

A compassionate online group space

8 weekly live sessions with Jo (2 hours each via Zoom)

Lifetime access to the core Magic of warm listening course

Live guided practices and space for reflection

Optional buddy practice

Gentle accountability and guidance to stay on track

A deeper sense of being accompanied as you learn

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Who is this course for?

This course is for you if you’re a parent or carer who wants to feel more connected to your children, to yourself, and to what really matters.

It’s especially for those who:

  • Are aware that we are living in very challenging times and want to do everything they can to equip their children to thrive and contribute now and in the future

  • Want to grow more calm, confidence and clarity in their parenting

  • Find themselves reacting in ways they regret, and want to shift those patterns

  • Are looking for parenting approaches that are truly respectful and emotionally aware

  • Want support in navigating big feelings; their children’s or their own

  • Crave more spaciousness and connection in the midst of daily family life

  • Are hungry for deeper understanding and practical tools, not just tips and tricks

  • Long to feel part of a small, compassionate group while learning

You don’t need to have it all figured out. You don’t need to be calm all the time. You just need to be curious, willing to reflect, and open to learning in community.

If you’ve ever wondered, “How do I really listen to my child? How do I listen to myself?”, this is for you.

Whatever your family looks like, you are welcome here.

This course is suitable for parents and carers of children of all ages, from babies and toddlers through to teens and young adults. The principles and practices of warm listening are lifelong, and can deepen your relationships at any stage.

It’s also for you whether you’re parenting alone, co-parenting, part of a blended family, or raising children in any constellation of care.

Warm listening is for every kind of parent, and every kind of child.

Dates and time commitment

The next LIVE cohort of The magic of warm listening begins on
Wednesday 24th September 2025

We’ll meet for 8 weekly Zoom sessions, each one gently guiding you through a new part of the course.

Live sessions:
🌀 Wednesdays from 10am to 12pm (UK time)
🌀 Held on Zoom
🌀 With a two-week break at the end of October for half term

In between sessions, you’ll have access to the self-paced course platform, where you can watch short videos, explore reflective exercises, and try out gentle practices at your own pace.

You’ll also be invited to join a small, private group space where we can share reflections, questions, and encouragement.

Weekly time commitment:
🌀 1 hour of course content
🌀 10–20 minutes of gentle daily practice
🌀 2-hour live call each week (optional but encouraged)

This is designed to fit around real life. Some weeks you’ll do more, some less, and that’s completely okay. You’ll have lifetime access to the course, so nothing is rushed or lost.

Prefer to work 1:1?

If you're drawn to this work but would rather explore it in a more personal way, I also offer a 1:1 version of The magic of warm listening.

This includes the full self-paced course, along with eight private guided coaching sessions with me, tailored to your specific family context and the challenges you're facing. We’ll work gently and steadily to build your confidence and connection, with time and space to go deeper.

If you’re curious whether 1:1 support is right for you, you’re welcome to book a free 15-minute exploration call. We can chat about what you’re looking for, and see if it feels like a good fit.

Pricing

I want this course to be accessible to as many parents and carers as possible. That’s why I offer three pricing options for the group course: Standard, Supporter (if you’re able to contribute a little extra), and Supported (for those who need financial assistance). You can choose the option that feels right for you.

For deeper, personalised support, the 1:1 option includes eight private sessions tailored just for you.

Every pricing option receives:

  • Lifetime access to the full self-paced course

  • 8 live weekly Zoom calls (Wednesdays, 10am–12pm UK time), starting 24th September

  • Private group space for connection and support

  • All downloadable resources and guided practices

Supporter

£160

If you need some financial support with this, then please take up the lower price. You’ll still get full access.

Standard

£195

Join the course for the standard price to support my work and to enjoy learning the art of warm listening.

Supported

£240

Join the course and give a bit extra to support others who need to learn this but are struggling at the moment.

Want a little bit more from Jo?

Fourth option: The magic of warm listening 1:1, £595

Includes:

  • Lifetime access to the full self-paced course

  • 8 private 1:1 sessions tailored to your family and needs

  • Flexible scheduling to fit your pace

  • All course materials and resources

If this deeper, personalised support feels right for you, please email me to book a free 15-minute exploration call to see if we’re a good fit.

FAQs

  • Our live learning journey will take 8 weeks, with a 2-hour live Zoom session each week, and approximately another hour of self-led work. After the 8 weeks are over, you can continue your work in a way that suits you with lifetime access to the course.

  • Yes absolutely. In module one I offer some suggestions as to how this might work. Whilst you are welcome to work through this with a partner or co-parent, please respect the spirit in which this is offered and do not share your login details widely with others. If there is someone else you feel would benefit please invite them to enrol.

  • That's ok, I have designed the course to hold you as gently and compassionately as I can and you are in control of how deeply you wish to engage with whats here for you. The course has a strong focus on emotional support and practices for you. This work is deep and transformative. It may bring up painful feelings that deserve support. Please consider who you can go to for some good listening for yourself.

  • You may wish to find a listening partner or supportive friend to accompany you as you work through the course. I also have some availability for parenting coaching sessions and am happy to talk to you about this. Please get in touch if this is something you would like.

  • If you feel pulled to do this course but the cost is making it inaccessible, please contact me to let me know what would work for you. I am committed to this work being accessible whilst also needing to earn my living. Always a tricky balance! Let's make it work together.

  • If you want to do this course but can’t make the live dates, please do consider signing up for the self-paced online version.

  • As well as the live weekly sessions with Jo, each lesson is offered as a video with subtitles, along with a downloadable transcript and an audio only mp3. You can watch, read, listen at home or on the go. We all have different learning needs and I encourage you to find what works best for you. I invite you to adapt any of the practices to suit the needs of you and your family.