Culture & Race
SYPM 010: From Anxious Overwhelm to Optimistic Calm
Listener Anne shares her parenting journey. From initially seeking perfection to finding peace as a perfectly good enough parent, Anne’s story inspires us to embrace imperfections and nurture positive relationships with our children. Tune in for valuable insights and reassurance in your own parenting journey.
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SYPM 009: How to Set Boundaries in Parenting
Join life coach and reparenting expert Xavier Dagba in an insightful discussion on the topic of boundaries in parenting. Discover how our cultural upbringing often neglects teaching children about boundaries and the impact this has on our ability to set and enforce boundaries as adults. Explore the distinction between boundaries and limits, gaining a deeper understanding of their role in our interactions with children. Empower yourself with valuable insights and strategies to establish healthy boundaries and reclaim a sense of personal agency in your parenting journey.
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123: Maternal Ambivalence: What it is, and what to do about it
Explore the concept of maternal ambivalence. Discover the intricate dynamics of simultaneously loving our children deeply while feeling torn between our parental role and personal needs. Gain valuable insights into the different forms maternal ambivalence can take and learn practical strategies to navigate this tension. Dr. Adams, an expert in philosophy and ethics, shares her expertise on societal influences and offers guidance on finding balance and understanding our own needs within the parenting journey.
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119: Aligning Your Parenting With Your Values
Uncover the dissonance between our values and parenting practices with the hosts of Upbringing. Explore how to break free from cultural conditioning and foster a parenting approach aligned with empathy, respect, and consent. Embrace compassionate conversations to build meaningful relationships with your children and honor your true values.
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SYPM 007: Parenting Across Cultural Divides
Discover strategies for handling challenging parenting moments in public, as we explore the impact of cultural differences on parenting approaches. Join us as we navigate through layers of emotions and address the well-meaning comments that can affect children’s self-esteem. Tune in to this insightful episode with a surprise guest appearance by Denise’s children.
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