We have all experienced judgemental looks and unsolicited advice from others about our parenting. Why does our society shame parents, who are simply trying their best to raise children? Today, I talk with Mercedes Samudio, LCSW, a licensed psychotherapist, speaker, and bestselling author of Shame-Proof Parenting: Find your unique parenting voice, feel empowered, and raise whole, healthy children, about the toxicity of shaming, the effects on our kids, and how we can shield ourselves against others’ critical eye. *New!* Watch video clips from this episode on the Mindful Mama Youtube channel!If you enjoyed this episode, and it inspired you in some way, I’d love to hear about it and know your biggest takeaway. Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories, and tag me @mindfulmamamentor.
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3 Takeaways:
- Every person, at every age, deserves our empathy.
- Help your child practice building the skills they need during relaxed times, at home.
- Our current culture puts unattainable expectations on parents.
Mercedes Samudio, LCSW is a licensed psychotherapist, speaker, and bestselling author who helps families develop healthy parent-child relationships.
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