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Parenting Without Power Struggles

Parenting Without Power Struggles

By: Susan Stiffelman
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 Susan Stiffelman is a family therapist, parent coach, and one of the country's premiere parenting experts, and the author of Parenting Without Power Struggles and Parenting With Presence (an Eckhart Tolle edition.) Susan's podcasts feature conversations with guests including Dr. Dan Siegel, Janet Lansbury, Dr. Kristen Neff, Dr. Mona Delahooke, Glennon Doyle, Dr. Jane Goodall, Jack Kornfield, Martha Beck, and many others.Copyright 2019 Susan Stiffelman, MFT Hygiene & Healthy Living Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
Episodes
  • 3:32 Helping Kids Thrive Through Real Connection

    3:32 Helping Kids Thrive Through Real Connection
    Jul 22 2025

    In this episode, Susan reflects on Derek Thompson’s article The Death of Partying in the USA to explore a troubling trend: the steady decline of in-person socializing, especially among young people. Susan highlights the mental health risks this poses—not just for adults, but for children growing up in screen-based, solitary environments. Susan gently encourages families to prioritize connection in an increasingly disconnected world. https://pages.susanstiffelman.com/kids-thrive-connection-podcast
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    14 mins
  • 3:31 Big Feelings, Tender Hearts: Supporting Sensitive Children

    3:31 Big Feelings, Tender Hearts: Supporting Sensitive Children
    Jul 15 2025

    In this episode, Susan explores the unique needs and strengths of highly sensitive children. Susan explains that high sensitivity is a temperament trait—not a flaw—characterized by deep empathy, acute perception, and strong emotional responses. Acknowledging that parenting a sensitive child can be both exhausting and rewarding, Susan emphasizes the importance of providing a calm, steady presence to help these children feel safe and supported. https://pages.susanstiffelman.com/sensitive-kids-podcast
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    9 mins
  • 3:30 Why Does Your Child's Behavior Make Sense?

    3:30 Why Does Your Child's Behavior Make Sense?
    Jul 10 2025
    In this episode, encourages parents to shift from reactive discipline to compassionate problem-solving by asking a simple but powerful question: “Why does this behavior make sense?” Susan illustrates how understanding the root causes of a child’s actions can lead to more effective, connection-based responses. https://pages.susanstiffelman.com/podcasts-why-behavior-makes-sense
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    11 mins
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