Ep 55: Parenting that focuses on mutual respect with Alyson Schafer
Host: Dr. Cindy Hovington, Ph.D.
Guest: Alyson Schafer
Alyson Schafer is one of Canada's leading parenting experts. She speaks around the globe about Adlerian Psychology and democratic parenting methods. She has written three parenting books including; Breaking The Good Mom Myth, Honey I Wrecked the Kids and Ain't Misbehavin. She host's TV's The Parenting Show as well as her podcast Parenting The Adlerian way.
Summary:
In today’s episode, we chat with Alyson Schafer. Have you ever heard of Adlerian or democratic parenting? If not, this episode will teach you all about Alfred Adler’s parenting strategies founded on mutual respect. Alyson discusses how important it is to regulate your own emotions and learn to be uncomfortable so you can better parent your child. We touch on the importance of “me time” whether it be alone or with your children, and how therapy can be very beneficial. Overall, we discuss how parenting has changed over the years and where it's heading.
Kids are human and they deserve respect.
Resources:
For more resources, you can head to Alyson’s website where you can find a free “Home Responsibilities By Age” tip sheet.
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