Parenting in a Pandemic Conscious Parenting

How to Help Kids Thrive During Crisis with Dr. Shefali Tsabary
In this episode of A Wilder Life, Eric speaks with Dr. Shefali Tsabary, a world-renowned clinical psychologist, best-selling author, and parenting expert. Known for her revolutionary approach to conscious parenting, Dr. Shefali brings powerful wisdom to help parents and children navigate anxiety during uncertain times. With her new book Superpower: Transform Anxiety into Courage, Confidence and Resilience at the center of the conversation, she and Eric dive deep into how parents can create emotionally resilient homes—even in the middle of global disruption. With wit, compassion, and real-world strategies, this episode is a lifeline for families navigating the emotional turbulence of a rapidly changing world.

Key Takeaways:
→ How children mirror their parents' emotional states—and how to model calm during chaos.
→ Why honesty and simplicity are crucial when talking to kids about uncertain situations.
→ The hidden opportunity in crisis: detoxing from consumerism and reconnecting as a family.
→ How to navigate sibling conflict, homeschooling, and screen time with presence, not pressure.
→ Why it’s time to shift from reactive parenting to conscious leadership in the home.

More from Dr. Shefali:
Join her free parenting support group on Facebook, where she shares real-time tools and teachings from her book.

Quotes from Dr. Shefali:
“How you process this anxiety is how your children will learn to process theirs.”
“This pandemic is a forced detox—a chance to declutter and reconnect with what matters.”
“Children don’t want to know the future; they want to see how you’re handling it.”

About Dr. Shefali:
Dr. Shefali Tsabary is a New York Times bestselling author and a pioneer of the conscious parenting movement. She blends Eastern philosophy with Western psychology, transforming how parents relate to their children. Her latest book, Superpower, offers tools to help kids navigate anxiety with courage and resilience.

Connect with Dr. Shefali:
Website: https://www.drshefali.com
Instagram: @doctorshefali
Facebook: Dr. Shefali’s Conscious Parenting Group