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S5E07 Transcript_ Talking About Shame, Guilt & Parenthood

Expectations for parents and caregivers today are overwhelmingly high, with endless advice on the internet and bombardment of ‘perfect’ families on social media telling them they can do better. Parents may often feel like they are failing, even if they are not. Join us as we discuss with Dr. Angela Low and Sarah, mom of 2: 

  • The concept of shame as an emotion that can be experienced by parents and caregivers
  • The difference between parent guilt vs shame, and
  • Ways to build resilience to shame so it doesn’t get in the way of us finding connection with the ones we love.

 

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