Low Demand Parenting

Untigering and Low Demand Parenting


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In a lovely and inspiring conversation on The Low Demand Parenting Podcast, Amanda Diekman sits down with Iris Chen, founder of Untigering, to discuss her journey from authoritarian parenting to a radically respectful and connected approach. Together, they explore:

  • Detoxing from authoritarian and fear-based parenting
  • Breaking free from the "good girl" and "good mom" identities
  • Letting go of obedience as a measure of success
  • Building meaningful relationships across generational and cultural divides
  • Embracing radical acceptance in parenting and beyond
  • Iris shares her personal story, the challenges of parenting in countercultural ways, and the importance of living your values to inspire change. Whether you're navigating parenting, breaking cycles, or creating your own family culture, this episode will leave you inspired to step into radical acceptance and connection.

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    This innovative course about letting go of the guilt, shame, and “shoulds” that keep us stuck in an identity that no longer serves us. With insightful journaling pages, fresh mindfulness exercises, and engaging rituals, this course is for parents who are tired of performing, tired of people-pleasing, and ready to reclaim their energy, their identity, and their truth.

     

    Main Topics Discussed:

    • Detoxing from fear-based, authoritarian parenting paradigms
    • Shifting from controlling outcomes to embracing connection and safety
    • The journey of healing childhood wounds to parent differently
    • Addressing cultural and generational challenges in parenting transitions
    • Practical ways to hold boundaries with respect and nuance
    • How to embody radical acceptance in relationships
    • Resources Mentioned:

      • Iris Chen’s book: Untigering: Peaceful Parenting for the Deconstructing Tiger Parent
      • Iris Chen’s website: Untigering
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