Dr. Shefali Tsabary (IG: @doctorshefali) is a world-renowned clinical psychologist, bestselling author, and public speaker. She's an expert in her field where she blends Eastern philosophy and Western psychology.

Dr. Shefali's books focus on parenting, families, & children and they will change your world. She teaches workshops and courses both online and in-person around the globe.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Why Dr. Shefali had to grieve her fantasy of the perfect childbirth
• A true wisdom approach to life
• What is conscious parenting?
• Parent vs. child expectations
• How to handle a temper tantrum
• Creating boundaries for your children
• You are becoming conscious for you
• Parents need boundaries too
• Teach kids consequences of their behaviours
• Dr. Shefali recalls her childhood in India
• The teachings of Vipassana meditation
• Deep awareness of yourself
• Entering the unknown of parenthood
• Assessing vs. projecting what is best for our kids
• A hands off approach to parenting
• Kids need routine and structure
• Parenting is unpredictable and is always evolving
• Let go of guilt and parent with compassion
• Women need to break free
• Don’t expect kids to be perfect

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Related links:

Dr. Shefali Tsabary - The Awakened Family (book)

Dr. Shefali Tsabary's website

Follow Dr. Shefali Tsabary on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter

Dr. Shefali Tsabary - The Conscious Parent (book)

Dr. Shefali Tsabary - Out of Control (book)

Dr. Shefali - Online Conscious Coaching Institute

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298: Kate Northrup – Do Less, Surrender Your Control, Yoga Nidra

251: Dr. Sarah Buckley – Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering • Preconception Planning • The Role Of Oxytocin

240: Bruce Lipton – The Honeymoon Effect • Conscious Parenting • You Have 2 Minds

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