The Map to Conscious Parenting with NY Times Best-Selling Author, Dr. Shefali on The Divorce & Beyond Podcast #289

This week on The Divorce & Beyond podcast, Susan Guthrie, Esq., welcomes NY Times Best-Selling Author Dr. Shefali as she shares insights from her newest book, “The Parenting Map”

Dr. Shefali is a clinical psychologist and NY Times best-selling author of three books, including Conscious Parenting and The Awakened Family. She joins Susan to discuss her latest book, The Parenting Map, and the importance of integrating all aspects of ourselves into our parenting.

You’ll also hear why Dr. Shefali emphasizes the need for parents to work on themselves to support their children fully. The conversation touches on the impact of social media on children's development and the importance of being present and attentive as a parent in a world filled with constant stimulation and comparison. 

Dr. Shefali offers insight and practical advice on how to best navigate conscious parenting and create deeper connections with our children.

Topics and Golden Nuggets include

Why parents must take responsibility for their growth and transformation to become conscious parents. The focus of parenting needs to be on the PARENT.

A perspective shift for parents to focus on their children's relationship with activities rather than their attachment to the outcome

The importance of integrating our shadow elements and not shaming our children for theirs

The impact of screens and social media on children's development includes a lack of ability to tolerate frustration, decreased attention span, and disconnection from reality and their own feelings.

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About this week's special guest: Dr. Shefali

Dr. Shefali received her doctorate in clinical psychology from Columbia University. Specializing in integrating 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 four books, three of which are New York Times best-sellers, including her two landmark books The Conscious Parent and The Awakened Family. Her latest book, The Parenting Map: Step-by-Step Solutions to Consciously Create the Ultimate Parent-Child Relationship, will be available wherever books are sold on February 28, 2023. You can also preorder it now.  

Connect with Dr. Shefali:

Dr. Shefali’s websiteDr. Shefali’s new book, “The Parenting Map”

Dr. Shefali on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorshefaliDr. Shefali onInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorshefaliDr. Shefali onTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@doctorshefali Dr. Shefali onYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrShefali

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