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Ep 223: Mastering Work/Life Balance

Ep 223: Mastering Work/Life Balance

FromTalking To Teens: Expert Tips for Parenting Teenagers


Ep 223: Mastering Work/Life Balance

FromTalking To Teens: Expert Tips for Parenting Teenagers

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Length:
29 minutes
Released:
Jan 8, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Click for full show notes, exercises, and parenting scripts from this episodeRaising teens can sometimes feel like a full time job…on top of the one we already have!  Handling the ups and downs of parenthood takes practically all the energy we have–adding an eight hour workday into the mix can be immensely overwhelming. However, for many parents, working and parenting at the same time is a necessary compromise. Doing both is no easy task, and often comes with lots of sacrifice, conflict and even guilt. But what if being both a parent and a member of the workforce could be mutually beneficial? What if, despite all the struggle, being a working parent might be the best of both worlds?This week, we’re diving into how working parents can overcome the struggle and start thriving. We’re joined by Dr. Yael Schonbrun, psychologist, professor, podcaster and author of Work, Parent, Thrive! Yael is a working parent herself, and wanted to harness her knowledge as a psychologist to help parents change their perspective on work/life balance. In the episode, we’re discussing the ways that parenting can strengthen our career skills–and how our work experiences can make us better parents. Plus, how we can practice emotional management when the stress of life gets too overwhelming, and how we can model career success for teens...Click for full show notes, exercises, and parenting scripts from this episode
Released:
Jan 8, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Parent-teen researcher Andy Earle talks with various experts about the art and science of parenting teenagers. Find more at www.talkingtoteens.com