Dr. Shefali: “We are in a Cultural Parental Emergency”

September 16, 2026

Have you ever found yourself thinking… I’m trying so hard to be a good parent, so why does it feel like I’m constantly struggling to connect with my child?

In today’s episode of Life Happens with Barb and Michelle, Barb and Michelle are joined by clinical psychologist, New York Times bestselling author, and founder of the conscious parenting movement, Dr. Shefali. Celebrating the launch of her two newest books, Raising Conscious Sons and Raising Conscious Daughters, Dr. Shefali breaks down how parents can move away from control, fear, and projection to build authentic, meaningful relationships with their children.

Dr. Shefali explores why raising children in today’s digital age presents unique, unprecedented challenges for both boys and girls. She unpacks the specific pressures facing children today, and explains how parents can create healthy guardrails and boundaries. They also discuss the importance of healing your own emotional baggage, extending grace to your parenting mistakes, and showing up as a real, imperfect human.

Connect with Dr. Shefali and check out her new books available now!

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