Authentic Parenting

Clinical psychologist and the author of the award-winning book, Sexism & Sensibility: Raising Empowered, Resilient Girls in the Modern World on healthy entitlement for girls, how to recognize and combat sexism in our own parenting, how to talk about misogyny, stereotyping, objectification, and consent with kids of all ages and much more.  LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail.  info@authenticparenting.com Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services. 

The Authentic Parenting Podcast is turning 10 years old this August.  🎉 👉 Would you consider sending me a short voice note? Here are a few prompts to guide you: What do you love about the show? What are your favorite topics or episodes? What lessons or insights have stayed with you? (Be specific—I’d love examples!) What sayings or ideas do you come back to? (One of mine: “Trauma blocks love, love heals trauma.”) Why do you keep listening? What makes Authentic Parenting your favorite podcast? You can: Record a voice note on your phone and email it to me at info@authenticparenting.com Use the SpeakPipe tool to send it directly: authenticparenting.com/contact Or call 732-763-2576 and leave a voicemail 📅 Please submit your voice message by August 21. Your voice will be featured in our celebratory episode. Want to help us celebrate? 🙌 We don’t work with sponsors or advertisers; we rely on listener support. If this show has brought you insight, comfort, or inspiration, please consider supporting us: Make a donation in any amount at: authenticparenting.com/support Join us on Patreon: patreon.com/authenticparenting 💬 Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or your favorite app—it helps others find the show. 📲 Share your favorite episode on social media and tag me using #authenticparenting  

Charles C. Daniels Jr., PhD, co-founder and CEO of Fathers’ UpLift, discusses the significance of inner child work in empowering fathers. He highlights how understanding one's emotional needs helps fathers reconnect with their children. The conversation highlights the emotional toll of father absence and its effects on mental health, especially in communities of color. Daniels encourages men to process trauma and embrace their vulnerabilities for healthier parenting. He also challenges stereotypes about absentee fathers, emphasizing their active roles despite societal barriers.

Susan Dominus, long-time staff writer for The New York Times Magazine on why individual parenting decisions may have less influence on our children’s achievements than we tend to think—and why we should have more appreciation for how siblings can impact each other’s lives. What's the secret behind high acheiving families? What do they do differently? Are their common factors? Some of the surprsing factors were parental expectations, family cutlure, values, how siblings inlfunce one another, and family mottos. Her book THE FAMILY DYNAMIC: A Journey into the Mystery of Sibling Success  New to the podcast? Not sure where to start? Download our free TRAUMA KIT — a curated guide with live links to 10 powerful, handpicked episodes to get you started. Explore how trauma shapes your body, brain, nervous system, and relationships — and discover pathways to healing and transformation. Featuring world-renowned experts like Gabor Maté, Deb Dana, Thema Bryant, Paul Conti, and more.  LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail.  info@authenticparenting.com Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services. 

We also talked about her journey into parenthood without her own parents, how she’s navigated the anxiety of nearing the age they died, and the profound transformation that came with raising her son. Today’s guest, Lauren Sisler, shares her deeply personal and moving story of loss, healing, and purpose. Lauren is an Emmy Award-winning sports broadcaster, ESPN sideline reporter, author, and keynote speaker—also known for her signature sideline shimmy. But behind her professional success lies a hidden chapter she kept quiet for years: the shocking loss of her parents to opioid addiction. New to the podcast? Not sure where to start? Download our free TRAUMA KIT — a curated guide with live links to 10 powerful, handpicked episodes to get you started. Explore how trauma shapes your body, brain, nervous system, and relationships — and discover pathways to healing and transformation. Featuring world-renowned experts like Gabor Maté, Deb Dana, Thema Bryant, Paul Conti, and more.  LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail.  info@authenticparenting.com Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services.   

Nina Mongendre on healing the inner child. Release what no longer serves you, transform generational patterns and live fully.  Pre-order her book Reclaiming Your Inner Child:  A Journey of Childhood and Ancestral Healing The podcast is turning 10!  10th Anniversary Retreat Interest Form To celebrate a whole decade of the podcast and the amazing community we’ve built together, we're planning something very special — a retreat! This will be a beautiful opportunity to step away from the day-to-day, connect in person, reflect, laugh, and celebrate all that we’ve created together over the years. If your heart’s saying “yes!” — even just a little — we’d love to know. Fill out this quick form to let us know you’re interested and want to be kept in the loop as details unfold. Note: This is not a reservation — just a way to say, “Keep me posted!” New to the podcast? Not sure where to start? Download our free TRAUMA KIT — a curated guide with live links to 10 powerful, handpicked episodes to get you started. Explore how trauma shapes your body, brain, nervous system, and relationships — and discover pathways to healing and transformation. Featuring world-renowned experts like Gabor Maté, Deb Dana, Thema Bryant, Paul Conti, and more. OTHER EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE What is Home? A Philosophical Exploration How Changing Your Story Can Change Your Life with Nina Mongendre Who We Are and How We Heal with Nina Mongendre LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail.  info@authenticparenting.com Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services.   

Have you ever felt an instant connection with someone—like your energies just aligned without needing words? And other times… you've had to work to connect, even with the people you love most? What is connection? How does it feel to truly connect with someone? What’s the difference between connection, relationship, and love? In today’s episode, we explore what it takes to build deep emotional connection with others. How do we know when we’re genuinely connected? What does disconnection feel like, and how can we rebuild a lost connection? New to the podcast? Not sure where to start? Download our free TRAUMA KIT — a curated guide with live links to 10 powerful, handpicked episodes to get you started. Explore how trauma shapes your body, brain, nervous system, and relationships — and discover pathways to healing and transformation. Featuring world-renowned experts like Gabor Maté, Deb Dana, Thema Bryant, Paul Conti, and more. OTHER EPISODES YOU MAY LIKE Why We Need to Connect More Death and Cupcakes The Healing Power of Storytelling Colonoscopy and Cannolis LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail.  info@authenticparenting.com Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services.  Read my article: 9 Ways to Truly Connect with Your Teen

Michelle Grosser, an attorney, pastor, and master certified life coach, shares her insights on recovering from burnout. She emphasizes the importance of regulating emotions and understanding the nervous system's role in well-being. Topics include the impact of childhood experiences on self-worth, the significance of acknowledging emotions for healing, and effective stress management techniques. Grosser encourages listeners to embrace vulnerability and seek help, offering practical tools like movement and breathwork for a more balanced approach to personal growth.

Have you ever wondered how the experience of motherhood changes depending on where you are in the world — and how much of it is shaped by culture, politics, and community rather than just personal choice? Today’s conversation might just change the way you think about parenthood, support systems, and even policy. New to the podcast? Not sure where to start? Download our free TRAUMA KIT — a curated guide with live links to 10 powerful, handpicked episodes to get you started. Explore how trauma shapes your body, brain, nervous system, and relationships — and discover pathways to healing and transformation. Featuring world-renowned experts like Gabor Maté, Deb Dana, Thema Bryant, Paul Conti, and more. LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail.  info@authenticparenting.com Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services. 

Are your expectations helping—or hurting—your child? Is your own anxiety fueling theirs? Does your child feel overwhelmed by school, stress, or the pressure to be perfect? If you're unsure how to support your child without adding to their stress, you're not alone. In this episode, Ned Johnson and I explore why so many kids are struggling—and what you can do to truly help. New to the podcast? Not sure where to start? Download our free TRAUMA KIT — a curated guide with live links to 10 powerful, handpicked episodes to get you started. Explore how trauma shapes your body, brain, nervous system, and relationships — and discover pathways to healing and transformation. Featuring world-renowned experts like Gabor Maté, Deb Dana, Thema Bryant, Paul Conti, and more. LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail.  info@authenticparenting.com Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services.