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Pulling The Thread with Elise Loehnen

On Self-Regulation (Aliza Pressman, PhD)

Jan 18, 2024
Aliza Pressman, an expert on self-regulation, discusses the importance of adults working on their own self-regulation for the benefit of children. They explore the impact of parents on children's development, the influence of culture and relationships, and the pitfalls of parenting scripts. The conversation also touches on parenting dynamics in a two-parent system, being selective about products brought into the house, and the concept of 'good enough' parenting.
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Quick takeaways

  • Focusing on self-regulation and figuring out one's own issues benefits children more than trying to control external factors like the weather.
  • Parents should assess their strengths and weaknesses, reflect on their values, and prioritize areas of parenting that require more attention.

Deep dives

The Five Principles of Parenting

The podcast episode features a conversation with Eliza Pressman, a developmental psychologist and author of the book 'The Five Principles of Parenting.' The five principles highlighted in the episode are relationship, reflection, regulation, rules, and repair. Pressman emphasizes the importance of focusing on these principles rather than seeking a formulaic approach to parenting. She encourages parents to be present, validate their child's feelings, set boundaries, and prioritize connection. The episode also discusses the cultural pressure to be exceptional and the importance of allowing children to unfold naturally without excessive optimization or control.

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