Available Parenting in the Long Term - Dr. John Duffy [105]

Maybe you've heard it before, especially if you have a daughter...

"Wait until she's a teenager!"

Good news! According to today's podcast guest, Dr. John Duffy, it's JUST. NOT. TRUE. (Yay! Bust out the pom-poms!)

Hunter talks to Dr. John Duffy about Available Parenting in the Long Term.

Dr. John Duffy is a highly sought-after clinical psychologist, best-selling author, certified life coach, parenting and relationship expert, and proud husband and father. He has been working with individuals, couples, teens, and families for nearly twenty years. Dr. Duffy’s refreshing and unique approach has provided the critical intervention and support needed to help thousands of individuals and families find their footing.

Some big takeaways from this episode include: 1. When we think about teenagers, there’s a myth that it’s going to be awful. It’s just not true. Parenting mindfully, John never had the negative moment that parents think are inevitable. 2. What’s wrong with punishment and why natural consequences puts you in a more-powerful “ally” position. 3. John’s personal story of why expectations of perfection don’t work, and how we must put our fear, judgement, and ego aside and really connect

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ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is a mindful mama mentor. She coaches overstressed moms on how to cultivate mindfulness in their daily lives. Hunter has over 20 years of experience in yoga & mindfulness practices. She has taught thousands worldwide, and is the creator of the Mindful Parenting course.

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