Authentic Parenting

• The Self-Improvement Trap: Finding Freedom in Presence with Seth Gillihan, PhD

  Seth Gillihan, PhD says the path to peace isn’t fixing yourself — it’s expanding yourself. We explore how to stop chasing “better” and start living fully, now. We’ll explore mindfulness practices, stoic wisdom, and practical tools for quieting anxiety, facing fear, and reclaiming presence in a culture that conditions us to believe we are broken.  00:00 — Why we’re wrong about self-improvement 02:45 — The hidden cost of chasing perfection 07:30 — The real location of happiness A surprising shift in perspective that could change your life. 12:15 — Self-worth sabotage How society quietly convinces us we’re not enough — and what to do about it. 17:40 — Self-expansion vs. self-improvement A game-changing distinction most people miss entirely. 22:10 — The overlooked truth about worry and how to break free from it. 28:55 — Doing it scared 34:20 — Stoic practices that actually work Simple, practical tools that could transform your daily life. 40:10 — Secrets to avoiding burnout A mindset shift and daily ritual that keeps energy high. 45:00 — The closing truth OTHER EPSIODES YOU MAY LIKE The Power of Acceptance with Seth Gillihan, PhD (LIVE PODCAST) Finding Healing, Peace and Joy with Seth Gillihan, PhD-Part 1 LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail.  [email protected] Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services.  Podcast Production by Aminur: https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/~019855d91718719d11

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• A Quick Favor -It Won't Take Long

  Hey dear listener, this is Anna Seewald. I have a quick favor to ask! I’m working on a creative project and I’d love your participation. It won’t take long. Here’s what I’d like you to do: fill in the blank in this sentence — “Authentic Parenting is a podcast about…” — in your own words, based on your own understanding. Then record it — yes, I need your voice! — and send it to me. You can record on your phone using the Voice Memo app and email it to [email protected]. Or, you can call 732-763-2576 and leave a voicemail. If you use WhatsApp, you can send a voice note directly to that same number. Some listeners have also used Facebook Messenger to send a voice note — that works too! And finally, you can use the SpeakPipe tool on the contact page of my website. Just one important thing — it has to be a voice message. If you send it in writing, I won’t be able to use it. Please do it as soon as you can — I truly can’t wait to hear your voice. Thank you for being part of the Authentic Parenting community!

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• The Middle Path of Parenting: On Attachment and Why Who You Are Matters More

  Todd Sarner is a parenting coach and psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience helping families turn daily power struggles and emotional chaos into connection, calm, and cooperation at home. [00:00] Introduction — why quick fixes on social media backfire [02:35] What parents really need instead [05:10] The foundational role of attachment [08:25] “Collect before you direct” explained [12:00] Walking the middle path between chaos and rigidity [16:40] Parenting as our kids (and we) grow and evolve [20:15] What children need most from us today [24:50] How Todd’s philosophy has shifted over time [29:30] Practical tools: bridging and matchmaking [34:15] The Disney Hug Rule for connection [38:20] The magic of satiation hugs [42:00] Closing reflections and takeaways   LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail.  [email protected] Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services.  *This episode was edited and produced by Aminur. If you need expert support to bring your dream podcast to life — from editing to full production — Aminur can help make it happen. You’ll find his link in the show notes. Podcast Production by Aminur: https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/~019855d91718719d11

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• Post-Traumatic Parenting: Breaking the Cycle with Dr. Robyn Koslowitz

  What if the biggest thing standing in the way of the parent you want to isn’t your lack of patience, or the right parenting strategy—but your own unresolved trauma? My guest today, Dr. Robyn Koslowitz, is a clinical child psychologist, trauma expert, and author of Post-Traumatic Parenting. She explains how the “trauma app” we download in childhood keeps running in the background of our parenting—and how to finally rewrite it. LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail.  [email protected] Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services.  *This episode was edited and produced by Aminur. If you need expert support to bring your dream podcast to life — from editing to full production — Aminur can help make it happen. You’ll find his link in the show notes. Podcast Production by Aminur: https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/~019855d91718719d11

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• How to Do Hard Things and Grow Stronger-Anna Seewald Keynote Talk July 2025

  Please note: This episode was originally a live keynote talk and wasn't intended for the podcast, so the audio quality and editing may not meet our usual standards. However, we feel the message is valuable and hope you still find it inspiring. Thanks for your understanding! Anna Seewald invites teens to learn how action creates motivation, not the other way around. She explains how to befriend fear, become your own coach instead of your own critic, do hard things, and build confidence one small brave step at a time. She reveals how embracing challenges and discomfort helps you grow stronger.  With stories from her podcast journey and advice on self-compassion, Anna shows how courage grows after you face fear. The talk ends with a special gratitude letter from her daughter.  LINKS AND RESOURCES Support the podcast by making a donation (suggested amount $15) 732-763-2576 call to leave a voicemail.  [email protected] Send audio messages using Speakpipe. Join the Authentic Parenting Community on Facebook. Work w/Anna. Listeners get 10% off her services.   

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