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EPISODE · Feb 23, 2026 · 36 MIN

Dr. Shefali Tsabary: Your Child Isn’t The Problem. You Might Be. | Ep 126

from Dr Espen Podcast · host Dr Espen Wold-Jensen

“The future of the planet depends on the evolution of the parent.” -Dr. ShefaliParenting isn’t about controlling your child.It’s about becoming conscious of yourself.In this powerful episode, Dr. Shefali breaks down one of the most confronting truths about parenting: many of the struggles we see in our children are being co-created in the parent-child dynamic.From anxiety and defiance to grades, shame, and screen addiction, this conversation explores how our own triggers, expectations, and unconscious patterns shape our child’s sense of self-worth.If you are a parent, thinking of becoming one, or healing your own childhood wounds, this episode will challenge you and empower you.About our guest:Dr. Shefali is a clinical psychologist and 3-time New York Times bestselling author, praised by Oprah as “revolutionary.” She leads the Conscious Parenting and Life Coaching Institute and has trained over 1,200 coaches worldwide. Through her books, podcast, private sessions, and Conscious Circle Community, she helps people live more awakened, authentic lives. Her work blends Eastern wisdom with Western psychology to inspire transformation in parenting, relationships, and self-growth.📲Find out more about Dr. ShefaliWebsite: https://www.drshefali.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorshefaliInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorshefaliTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@doctorshefali/YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@doctorshefaliConscious Coaching Institute https://coaching.drshefali.com/Conscious Circle Community: https://courses.drshefali.com/consciouscircle📲Find out more about Dr EspenWebsite: https://drespen.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drespenwoldjensenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_espen/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_espenCheck our upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3whDgVo💡Episode Highlights:00:00:00 - Episode Trailer00:05:57 - Children as Our Greatest Teachers00:11:24 - Creating a Safe Space for Children00:18:30 - Trusting Your Child's North Star00:21:24 - The Importance of Presence00:23:32 - The Dangers of Disconnection00:27:31 - The Role of Boredom in Development00:30:45 - Investing in Conscious Parenting00:35:26 - Dr. Shefali’s Message to the World

“The future of the planet depends on the evolution of the parent.” -Dr. ShefaliParenting isn’t about controlling your child.It’s about becoming conscious of yourself.In this powerful episode, Dr. Shefali breaks down one of the most confronting truths about parenting: many of the struggles we see in our children are being co-created in the parent-child dynamic.From anxiety and defiance to grades, shame, and screen addiction, this conversation explores how our own triggers, expectations, and unconscious patterns shape our child’s sense of self-worth.If you are a parent, thinking of becoming one, or healing your own childhood wounds, this episode will challenge you and empower you.About our guest:Dr. Shefali is a clinical psychologist and 3-time New York Times bestselling author, praised by Oprah as “revolutionary.” She leads the Conscious Parenting and Life Coaching Institute and has trained over 1,200 coaches worldwide. Through her books, podcast, private sessions, and Conscious Circle Community, she helps people live more awakened, authentic lives. Her work blends Eastern wisdom with Western psychology to inspire transformation in parenting, relationships, and self-growth.📲Find out more about Dr. ShefaliWebsite: https://www.drshefali.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorshefaliInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorshefaliTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@doctorshefali/YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@doctorshefaliConscious Coaching Institute https://coaching.drshefali.com/Conscious Circle Community: https://courses.drshefali.com/consciouscircle📲Find out more about Dr EspenWebsite: https://drespen.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drespenwoldjensenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_espen/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_espenCheck our upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3whDgVo💡Episode Highlights:00:00:00 - Episode Trailer00:05:57 - Children as Our Greatest Teachers00:11:24 - Creating a Safe Space for Children00:18:30 - Trusting Your Child's North Star00:21:24 - The Importance of Presence00:23:32 - The Dangers of Disconnection00:27:31 - The Role of Boredom in Development00:30:45 - Investing in Conscious Parenting00:35:26 - Dr. Shefali’s Message to the World

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