Author Ruth Whippman discusses raising boys, addressing societal norms, the importance of empathy, and fostering emotional health. Topics include conflicting messages on masculinity, positive role models, and practical strategies for parents.
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Boy Mom's #MeToo Conflict
Ruth Whippman, pregnant with her third son, felt conflicted during the #MeToo movement.
She worried about raising boys amidst negative portrayals of men but also recognized a need for societal change.
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Conflicting Expectations Harm Boys
Boys face conflicting expectations: be tough yet sensitive.
This contradiction is psychologically damaging, leaving boys unsure how to behave.
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The Nurture Gap
Boys often receive less emotional nurture than girls, despite needing more due to slower brain development.
This nurture gap, starting in infancy, impacts their emotional development and relationships.
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In this episode, author Ruth Whippman sits down with us to explore the complex challenges of raising boys. Our discussion dives deep into the socialization of boys, the impact of societal norms, and the urgent need for empathy and emotional nurture. We address how to navigate the conflicting messages boys receive about masculinity and vulnerability, the importance of positive role models, and practical strategies for parents to foster emotional health in their sons.
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