Raising Spiritually Awakened Kids Without Accidentally Screwing Them Up (Too Much)

Let’s be real for a second.

Parenting in today’s world feels a little like trying to meditate during a toddler’s birthday party at Chuck E. Cheese; there’s chaos, screaming, and someone’s always sticky. You want to raise mindful, confident kids who trust their intuition, believe in magic, and know how to ground their energy…

But most days you’re just trying to get through dinner without someone crying into the pasta (yourself included).

Enter Ashley Gonor: mindset ninja, manifestation whisperer, and host of the Uncover Your Magic podcast, and more importantly, a parent who’s not here to lecture, but to gently guide us into a new paradigm of spiritual parenting.

She joined us on The Skeptic Metaphysicians to show us that it’s not about doing more...it’s about being more present. Less drill sergeant, more soul guide.

Yes please.

Out with the Old: Fear-Based Parenting Is So Last Vibration

Ashley didn’t come from a woo-woo upbringing. Her path to teaching spiritual parenting started the usual way: motherhood, a lot of trial and error, and the realization that the old-school “do as I say, not as I do” model didn’t work. Especially when what she was doing was… panicking and overworking.

Instead, she leaned into curiosity and presence. And spoiler alert: it worked.

“You’re not just raising kids. You’re guiding souls on their journey.” — Ashley Gonor

Mic. Drop.

Ashley reminds us that our kids already come wired for wonder; they believe in magic, trust their intuition, and see energy way better than we do. Our job? Don’t squash that. Protect it. Nurture it. Let them be weird little wizards who talk to trees.

Mindset Is the New Spiritual Superpower

Let’s talk about the real metaphysical MVP: mindset.

Ashley teaches that how you handle traffic jams, spilled oat milk, or your third Zoom of the day is actually teaching your kid how to respond to the universe.

If you default to “Why is this happening to me?” instead of “How is this happening for me?”, your kids are soaking that in. And if that’s a scary thought, well… same.

But Ashley doesn’t shame us. She empowers us.

Just by shifting our inner narrative, we model resilience, optimism, and spiritual sovereignty...AKA the ability to co-create your life without having to control every little thing (looking at you, color-coded chore charts).

Five Minutes to Raise the Vibe of Your Whole Household

No need for robes, incense, or Gregorian chanting (unless that’s your thing). Ashley’s daily spiritual toolkit is refreshingly simple:

• Start the day with gratitude and intention

• Share affirmations together (even the dog can join in)

• Talk about dreams, synchronicities, and “magic moments” over dinner

• Use phrases like “I am guided. I am powerful. I am loved.”

• Let your kid remind you that the universe is listening

Spoiler: It only takes five minutes. (Six if you spill coffee on the affirmation cards again.)

Manifestation Isn’t Just for Grown-Up Vision Boards

Ashley teaches kids that manifestation isn’t about demanding a unicorn or a Nintendo Switch from the cosmos. It’s about alignment. Trust. Energy.

Kids learn that their desires are valid, their energy is powerful, and that sometimes the universe has an even better plan than they do.

“It’s not about forcing. It’s about allowing.” — Ashley Gonor

And let’s be honest, most adults could use that reminder too, especially those of us trying to manifest “a nap” or “five minutes of peace.”

Words Are Wands (So Stop Cursing Yourself)

In the Gonor household, words are sacred tools. If a kid says, “I can’t,” Ashley doesn’t lecture, she playfully redirects.

“Cancel that! Let’s speak a new reality.”

Parents become “word wizards,” transforming doubt into power and rewiring little minds to believe in their own abilities. It’s like Hogwarts, but with more snack breaks.

Imagine if every kid grew up hearing, “You are enough. You are loved. You are magic.”

Now imagine if every adult did.

Intuition Is the New GPS (and Your Kid Already Has It)

Your child’s inner voice isn’t just “cute.” It’s sacred. Ashley encourages parents to ask their kids real, soul-level questions:

• How does your body feel about this?

• What does your heart say?

• Do you feel safe with this choice?

When we validate those intuitive nudges, kids learn to trust themselves, not just the adults around them. And they carry that skill into relationships, careers, and even dating (please, Universe, let them skip the dating trauma phase).

Spiritual Hygiene for Little Empaths

Kids are sponges. Energetically, emotionally, and occasionally in bathtubs.

Ashley teaches that spiritual hygiene is as essential as brushing teeth. Whether it’s “shaking off the day,” visualizing a protective bubble, or learning to “stay in their vibe” around chaos, kids get the tools to manage their energy like mini mystics.

And let’s face it... adults need that too. IYKYK.

What If Your Co-Parent Thinks You’re Nuts?

First of all, welcome to the club.

If your partner or co-parent isn’t on the same spiritual wavelength, Ashley suggests patience over preaching. Model the peace. Model the joy. Let your kids see that love can look like curiosity, not conversion.

Because at the end of the day, it’s not about being “right.” It’s about being light.

It All Comes Down to Presence

You can do all the affirmations, rituals, and chakra tune-ups in the world, but Ashley insists that the most important spiritual practice?

Just. Be. Present.

“Presence is how your child knows they are worthy.” — Ashley Gonor

No pressure, right?

But seriously, it’s not about being perfect. It’s about showing up; for the big stuff, the small stuff, and the weird stuff in between.

Car rides. Bedtime stories. Awkward puberty questions. They all count.

Try This at Home (Without Burning Sage in the PTA Meeting)

Want to get started today? Try these:

✅ Morning gratitude check-in over breakfast

✅ Affirm your child’s unique superpowers (sensitivity counts!)

✅ Ask soul questions like “What lit you up today?”

✅ Create a household ritual (like “shake off the day” after school)

✅ Call out your own limiting beliefs...out loud...and reframe them

✅ Discuss core values as a family (kindness, creativity, weirdness...your pick)

✅ Respect different beliefs, even inside your own household

✅ Actually listen when your child speaks (without interrupting or checking your phone)

Final Thoughts: You’re Not Just Raising Kids. You’re Raising Conscious Creators.

This episode isn’t just for parents, it’s for anyone guiding young souls. Teachers, aunts, uncles, babysitters, future Light Leaders of Earth…

Ashley reminds us: Children aren’t empty cups. They’re overflowing with soul. Our job isn’t to fill them, it’s to help them remember who they already are.

And maybe...just maybe...help ourselves remember too.

Want more guidance? Listen to "Manifestation & Mindset Coach Explains How To Raise Spiritually Awakened Kids" on The Skeptic Metaphysicians for the full story, practical tips, and a dose of renewed hope for awakened parenting.