This week, Dr. Tracy is sitting down with Dr. Robyn Silverman, also known as The Conversation Doc! Dr. Robyn, a child and teen development specialist and host of the "How to Talk to Kids About Anything" podcast, just released a new book with the same title and is here to share all of her wisdom. Reflecting on her personal experiences, Dr. Robyn emphasizes the crucial role parents play in initiating important conversations with their children, covering topics like bullying and self-esteem. The discussion explores challenges in addressing body image, the identity feedback loop, and practical advice for fostering self-esteem. Dr. Robyn provides valuable guidance on creating a safe space for children, recognizing self-esteem struggles, and dealing with external influences. This episode is a powerful resource for parents, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and openness in the parent-child relationship at any age. 
  
Today’s topics include: 

The importance of having uncomfortable conversations with your children 

What it means to have a fear response as a parent 

Parenting out loud and how you can practice it with your own kids 

Breaking the identity feedback loop   

Identifying self-esteem struggles and building tools to get back on track 

How to approach negative external influences 

Giving yourself grace as a parent 

 
You can find Robyn on Instagram, on her podcast and website!  

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