Ask Lisa: The Psychology of Parenting 200: ENCORE:The Five Principles of Parenting with Dr. Aliza Pressman
Dec 31, 2024
Dr. Aliza Pressman, a developmental psychologist and co-founding director of the Mount Sinai Parenting Center, shares her insights on the 'Five Principles of Parenting.' She emphasizes the importance of relationship-building, regulation, and creating emotional security. The discussion highlights how setting thoughtful boundaries and practicing repair after conflicts can transform parenting approaches. Aliza also tackles societal expectations, encouraging parents to embrace imperfection and prioritize connections over self-sacrifice, ultimately fostering resilient and independent children.
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Focus on the Big Picture
- Focus on the bigger picture of parenting, like building a close, connected relationship.
- Don't fixate on procedural details like feeding or specific words to use in certain situations.
Perfectionism Is Harmful
- Perfectionism in parenting can harm children by setting unrealistic expectations.
- It's beneficial for children to see parents make mistakes and learn from them.
Kids on Self-Compassion
- Aliza Pressman's children jokingly asked her to be less self-compassionate about mistakes.
- This highlights the importance of acknowledging mistakes but not dwelling on them.
