About this episode

Dr. Shefali Tsabary discusses how parental dynamics influence children's struggles and self-worth.

“The future of the planet depends on the evolution of the parent.” -Dr. Shefali Parenting isn’t about controlling your child. It’s about becoming conscious of yourself. In this powerful episode, Dr. Shefali breaks down one of the most confronting truths about parenting: many of the struggles we see in our children are being co-created in the parent-child dynamic. From anxiety and defiance to grades, shame, and screen addiction, this conversation explores how our own triggers, expectations, and unconscious patterns shape our child’s sense of self-worth. If you are a parent, thinking of becoming one, or healing your own childhood wounds, this episode will challenge you and empower you. About our guest: Dr. Shefali is a clinical psychologist and 3-time New York Times bestselling author, praised by Oprah as “revolutionary.” She leads the Conscious Parenting and Life Coaching Institute and has trained over 1,200 coaches worldwide. Through her books, podcast, private sessions, and Conscious Circle Community, she helps people live more awakened, authentic lives. Her work blends Eastern wisdom with Western psychology to inspire transformation in parenting, relationships, and self-growth…

People in this episode

Host: Dr Espen Wold-Jensen

Guest: Dr. Shefali Tsabary

Topics covered

• parenting
• self-awareness
• child development
• conscious parenting
• psychology
• personal growth

Keywords

• parenting
• self-worth
• anxiety
• defiance
• screen addiction
• childhood wounds
• transformation

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Conscious Parenting and Life Coaching Institute, New York Times, Oprah

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