Parenting on Empty

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Feb 25, 2025

Feeling drained as a parent is more common than you think! The discussion highlights the importance of self-compassion and recognizing that it's okay to feel overwhelmed. Listeners are encouraged to reclaim their identities beyond parenting and reconnect with personal interests. The episode offers strategies to manage emotions and rediscover joy in everyday life. Plus, there are valuable insights on encouraging teenage independence while maintaining open communication. It's all about finding balance and bringing fun back into your life!

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INSIGHT

Exhaustion is Normal

Parental exhaustion is normal, not a sign of bad parenting.
It stems from societal lack of compassion for struggles, leading to self-blame.

INSIGHT

Self-Blame

Our critical self-talk originates from how others treated our struggles.
Lack of validation makes us internalize blame for feeling exhausted.

ADVICE

Self-Compassion

Practice self-compassion by acknowledging difficulty.
Use the phrase "[blank] feels hard because it is hard" for validation.

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Parenting is exhausting. The number of things you have to do to manage it all can feel relentless and nonstop. And no, you're not doing anything wrong. Many parents feel this way. Today on the show, Dr. Becky tackles parental burnout, what you can do to take care of yourself, and how to bring some fun back into your life.

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