Conscious Parenting
MAY 1ST, 2024
EPISODE 40: Conscious Parenting
Have you ever questioned the deep-seated expectations you hold for your children? And for yourself as a parent? Or wonder how the expectations of your own parents affect you now? There are so many parent experts out there - so which one will actually help you to unlock the exact formula for raising strong, resilient kids?
In this insightful episode, Dr. Scott sits down with Dr. Shefali, a renowned clinical psychologist and author known for her groundbreaking work in conscious parenting and family dynamics. Together, they discuss the impact of societal expectations and social comparisons on parenting and the significance of focusing on your child’s self-worth instead of their achievements. They unpack the daily practice of challenging your own expectations, the importance of fostering a sense of self-worth for both parent and child, the value of allowing your children the space to explore their own destiny, the outcomes of fear-based parenting, and much more.
Are you ready for the joy and ease that comes when we let go of control and accept our children for who they truly are? Then this episode is for you.
Topics We Break Down
Explore the nuances between conscious and unconscious parenting.
The hidden expectations intertwined with unconscious parenting approaches.
Why parents need to surrender to their authentic selves.
Strategies to guide children in aligning with their inherent nature and essence.
Removing toxic patterns and replacing them with authentic connections.
Understand the influence and repercussions of the parental ego on children.
The characteristics of a spiritual warrior in parenting and beyond.
Allowing your children the space to be disruptive and discover themselves.
Signs of a healthy parent-child dynamic and the value of conflict.
Learn the path to gentle feedback between parent and child.
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Special Guest
Dr. Shefali Tsabary
Dr. Shefali received her doctorate in clinical psychology from Columbia University. Specializing in the integration of Western psychology and Eastern philosophy, she brings together the best of both worlds for her clients. She is an expert in family dynamics and personal development, teaching courses around the globe. She has written six books, three of which are New York Times best-sellers, including her two landmark books The Conscious Parent and The Awakened Family.
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DR. SCOTT LYONS
Dr. Scott Lyons is a licensed holistic psychologist, educator and author of the book Addicted to Drama: Healing Dependency on Crisis and Chaos in Yourself and Others, with Hachette publishing. Scott is also the host of The Gently Used Human Podcast, a delightfully depthful and often hilarious exploration of what it is to be human, to have lived life, and come out gently used.
As a renowned body-based trauma expert, Doctor of Osteopathy (Spain) and Mind-Body Medicine specialist, Scott helps people to break free from cycles of pain, limited beliefs, and trauma. Scott is an innovator in transformative wellness and trauma therapy, teaching over half a million people internationally over the past twenty years how to relieve stress and restore vitality. Scott has worked with many of the country’s top leaders and CEOs as an executive coach and wellness consultant.
Scott is the creator of The Embody Lab—the largest online learning platform for body-based trauma therapies—and developer of Somatic Stress Release™, a holistic process of restoring biological resilience, taught in over 20 countries. Scott is also the founder and progressive designer of Omala, a wellness brand dedicated to creating sustainably sourced tools for transformation.
About the Podcast
THE GENTLY USED HUMAN
Dr. Scott Lyons and his world renowned guests take us into the delightfully depthful and often hilarious exploration of what it is to be human, to have lived life, and come out gently used. From passion to pain, glory to defeat, comedy to drama to tragedy, we’ve all been through it. This show unpacks the psychology and humor needed to keep you thriving on the roller coaster of being human.