Why We Parent Like Our Parents

Why We Parent Like Our Parents

June 9, 2026 · 25 min · Season 2 · Episode 58

About this episode

Dr. Shefali helps a mother recognize and break free from painful parenting patterns inherited from her own childhood.

On today’s episode, Dr. Shefali works with a mother who realizes she’s repeating the same painful parenting patterns she experienced in her own childhood. What once showed up between her and her parents is now resurfacing in the relationship with her children — and even affecting the dynamic with her partner. As generational wounds, emotional triggers, and unconscious behaviors rise to the surface, Dr. Shefali helps her uncover the root of the cycle and recognize that healing begins with awareness. Through powerful insight and compassion, she shows this mother that she has the ability to break free from inherited patterns and create a more conscious, peaceful connection within her family. If you would like to be a guest on this podcast and receive parenting advice from Dr. Shefali, please go to www.drshefali.com/podcast . You can also email us at team@maiawisdom.com If you’ve ever dreamed of guiding others the way Dr. Shefali does—helping parents heal, awaken, and transform—she can teach you how. Through her Conscious Coaching Institute, you can become a certified Conscious Parenting and Life Coach and step into your purpose as a true change-maker.  And if you’re ready to…

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