Jen Lumanlan

Jen Lumanlan, researcher, parenting coach, and author, discusses her book 'Parenting Beyond Power', exploring the connection between social justice and parenting. She emphasizes alternative parenting strategies to promote collaboration, equity, and care. They also discuss shame and its impact on cultural norms, resistance as a compass for understanding children's needs, and the importance of repairing parent-child relationships. A thought-provoking conversation!

Jen Lumanlan, author of a new book on parenting, joins the podcast to discuss how conventional discipline methods perpetuate societal issues and the importance of meeting everyone's needs. They explore the impact of cultural influence on parenting and the significance of breaking the cycle of generational traumas. The speakers stress the importance of recognizing resistance from children as an expression of their needs, and delve into ways of addressing these needs through communication and collaboration. They also discuss the importance of getting parents' own needs met, building bridges, and investing in personal growth for improved parenting.