Ep. 1073 | Raising Conscious Sons and Daughters with Dr. Shefali

Ep. 1073 | Raising Conscious Sons and Daughters with Dr. Shefali

Dr. Shefali discusses her new books on raising conscious sons and daughters, exploring the unique developmental needs of each gender, the impact of social media, and practical parenting strategies for fostering emotional resilience and authenticity.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Shefali's New Books on Conscious Parenting

02:20 Why Raising Sons and Daughters Requires Different Approaches

04:13 Biological and Hormonal Differences Between Boys and Girls

06:19 The Impact of Social Media and Digital Age on Children

08:10 The Importance of Parental Presence and Connection

10:40 Rethinking School Systems and Movement for Boys

13:45 Addressing Big Emotions and Connection with Sons

16:46 Fostering Authentic Masculinity and Vulnerability

19:14 Navigating Sexuality, Boundaries, and Self-Honesty

21:31 The Role of Self-Reflection and Inner Work in Parenting

24:39 Creating Digital Hygiene and Boundaries for Children

27:35 Empowering Girls and Reclaiming Inner Power

30:32 Supporting Self-Esteem and Authenticity in Daughters

33:46 Understanding and Addressing Childhood Anxiety and Body Image

36:48 The Power of Self-Observation and Inner Listening

39:45 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Parental Growth

43:40 Dr. Shefali's Work and Resources for Conscious Parenting

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Guest Resources:

DR. Shefali Los Angeles Book Tour: September 13, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00PM

Event Name: The Raising Conscious Children Book Tour

Location: The Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills, CA

Host: Hosted by Michael B. Beckwith through Agape

Tickets: https://raisingconscious.drshefali.com/tour/

Books:
Raising Conscious Daughters (September 15, 2026) – HarperOne

Raising Conscious Sons (September 15, 2026) – HarperOne

Website: www.drshefali.com

Podcast: Parenting & You with Dr. Shefali

Social: @doctorshefali

Bio: 

Dr. Shefali is a clinical psychologist, New York Times bestselling author, and founder of the Conscious Parenting movement. Blending Western psychology with Eastern wisdom, she has redefined how families understand selfhood, connection, and children's inner lives.

Trained at Columbia University, Dr. Shefali has spent decades guiding parents beyond patterns of fear and control toward presence, authenticity, and inner transformation. Her groundbreaking work explores the hidden forces that shape identity, relationships, and the way we inhabit the world—creating a path for both children and the adults who raise them to awaken and evolve.

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