Yael Schonbrun

In this engaging conversation, Yael Schonbrun, an assistant professor at Brown University and author of 'Work, Parent, Thrive', tackles the complexities of juggling work and parenthood. She discusses the '20% paradox', where parents feel overwhelmed by their commitments and the importance of setting boundaries. Schonbrun explores the concept of work-family enrichment, highlighting how different roles can contribute to personal fulfillment. She also offers strategies for aligning ambition with parenting responsibilities, aiming for a more balanced and satisfying life.

In this discussion, Dr. Yael Schonbrun, a clinical psychologist and author with a focus on healthy relationships, explores how parenthood reshapes marital dynamics. She highlights the common decline in marital satisfaction after having kids and offers insights on improving communication amid parenting challenges. With practical tips like regular relationship check-ins and recognizing emotional needs, she emphasizes that couples can navigate this new landscape together. Expecting parents will find valuable advice on maintaining intimacy and harmony during this transformative journey.

My guest this week is Dr. Yael Schonbrun, a clinical psychologist with an excellent new book entitled Work, Parent, Thrive: 12 Science-Backed Strategies to Ditch Guilt, Manage Overwhelm, and Grow Connection (When Everything Feels Like Too Much). This episode is part 2 in a 4-part series on parenting. As you’ll hear in our discussion, Yael has a gift for both/and thinking. She acknowledges the conflict between our roles as parents and people who work for pay, and also underscores the ways that these roles can be mutually enriching. Get full access to Think Act Be with Seth Gillihan at thinkactbe.substack.com/subscribe