Raising Good Humans

Parenting Experts In The Wild: Our Mistakes And What We’d Do Differently w/ Dr. Tina Payne Bryson

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Jul 4, 2025
Tina Payne Bryson, a renowned psychotherapist and co-author of acclaimed parenting books, joins to explore the often comical and humbling world of parenting missteps. They discuss the importance of embracing imperfections and show that acknowledging mistakes can foster resilience. Emphasizing self-compassion, they reveal how authentic repairs after conflicts strengthen familial bonds. The conversation also tackles setting boundaries and the powerful lessons learned from navigating emotional challenges with humor and insight.
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Tina's Patience Lost with Toddler

  • Tina Payne Bryson shared a story about losing patience with her preschooler who kept hitting her.
  • She escalated from gentle limits to yelling threats, later repairing with empathy and connection.
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Aliza's Toddler Gaslighting Story

  • Aliza Pressman recounted gaslighting her toddler by whispering, "You're embarrassing me," at a friend's party.
  • This moment led her to clarify to her daughters that their behavior isn't a reflection of her, emphasizing unconditional love.
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Repair After Big Conflict

  • Aliza yelled during a big fight with her older daughter, shaming her identity, then quickly escaped the room in shame.
  • Her daughter initiated a repair, hugging her, and they reconnected, showing their strong relationship's resilience.
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