The Two Secrets to Parenting – Episode #759

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The Two Secrets to Parenting – Episode #759

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60 minutes

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Apr 9, 2024

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Todd and Cathy discuss two factors that make parenting feel more self-directed and understandable. While it will still be messy, unpredictable, and tiring, at least you will feel more in your integrity while doing it! They also talk about listening skills, anxiety, NCAA basketball, and Beyoncé's new album.

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Apr 9, 2024

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Podcast episode

Titles in the series (26)

Zen Parenting is a weekly online radio discussion between a spiritual and emotional mom (Cathy Cassani Adams) and a logical and practical dad (Todd Adams). Anyone else living a life like that?

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Developing a Grateful Mindset- Episode #737: Todd and Cathy dive deep into some quotes about gratitude and explore how to incorporate gratitude into our everyday and ordinary lives. They also answer some listener’s questions and play clips from Planes, Trains, by Zen Parenting Radio
54 min listen
Support Systems for our Kids- Episode #738: Cathy and Todd discuss how to create strong support systems for our kids, allowing them to have new and unique experiences and build relationships that contribute to their self-understanding. Teaching them about boundaries, by Zen Parenting Radio
58 min listen
Gender Norms- Truth or Fiction?- Episode #739: Todd and Cathy discuss gender norms and explore ways to validate, acknowledge, and challenge them. They also dive into the comedy of Nate Bargatze, highlighting its observational nature that prompts thought and reflection. by Zen Parenting Radio
58 min listen
Fentanyl- What You Need to Know- A Conversation with Patrice Lenowitz -Episode #736: Cathy and Todd talk with Patrice Lenowitz, Executive Director of The Nurtured Parent, domestic abuse survivor, victims’ rights advocate, activist, and mother of Max, who tragically died of fentanyl poisoning in 2022. by Zen Parenting Radio
76 min listen
Should I Let My Kid Fail? A Conversation with Michelle Icard- Episode 740: Todd and Cathy talk with Michelle Icard, the author of '14 Talks by Age 14' and her new book, '8 Setbacks that Can Make a Child a Success.' They discuss why we try to manage everyone's emotions, the challenges of letting our kids experience failure, by Zen Parenting Radio
58 min listen
Dr. Shefali Tsabary & The Parenting Map- Episode #742: Dr. Shefali returns to ZPR to discuss her new book The Parenting Map: Step-by-Step Solutions to Consciously Create the Ultimate Parent-Child Relationship. They discuss how to check our own egos, recognize our children’s psyches, by Zen Parenting Radio
52 min listen
Rescuing Our Sons- An Interview with Dr. John Duffy: Part 1- Episode #746: Cathy and Todd interview Dr. John Duffy, author of 'Rescuing Our Boys,' discussing his book and the state of boys in America. In the first part of a three-part series, they explore John's experiences while talking with boys during therapy, by Zen Parenting Radio
33 min listen
Wisdom from our Friends- Episode #744: Cathy and Todd share the best clips from interviews with their friends Michelle Icard, Dr. Devorah Heitner, Dr. John Duffy, and Dr. Alexandra Solomon (they are all keynote speakers at Zen Parenting, 2024, Jan 26&27)! by Zen Parenting Radio
57 min listen
Find Your Next Favorite Holiday Movie- Episode 741: Cathy and Todd discuss their favorite holiday movies, what makes them great, and whether or not they are truly holiday movies. They share clips from the best movies and finish with the top 20 best holiday movies of all time. by Zen Parenting Radio
56 min listen
On-line Sports Betting- Episode #750: Todd and Cathy discuss the explosion of online sports betting and why kids and teens are more likely to develop a gambling disorder than adults. They discuss the reasons why teens use it, how AI is being used to market at them, and how, by Zen Parenting Radio
66 min listen
What does it Mean to be Seen- Episode #745: Cathy and Todd discuss the power of words and how their significance is subjective to the person using them. They focus on the necessity of being seen, emphasizing how the quality of our partnerships and parenting is influenced by our ability to truly ... by Zen Parenting Radio
73 min listen
How Did It Go? Episode 743: Todd and Cathy discuss why it’s important to process how the holidays went before moving forward—what worked, what didn’t, and what can be repaired or celebrated. They also focus on school refusal after the holidays, by Zen Parenting Radio
58 min listen
Even Nothing is Something- Podcast #754 by Zen Parenting Radio
54 min listen
Rescuing Our Sons- An Interview with Dr. John Duffy: Part 2- Episode #747: In Part Two of our three-part series with Dr. John Duffy, author of 'Rescuing Our Sons,' John shares why emotional intelligence is crucial for boys. He tells a story about one of his clients who took a gender studies class and explores the 'Taylor Swif... by Zen Parenting Radio
34 min listen
Two Types of Messy Conversations- Episode #749: Todd and Cathy discuss the two types of messy conversations and explain why it's important to know the difference if you want to connect with your kid. They discuss the awesomeness of Zen Parenting, 2024 and share some of the most important lessons lea... by Zen Parenting Radio
61 min listen
Staying Open in a Distracted World- A Conversation with “Open” Author Nate Klemp- Episode #751: Todd and Cathy talk with Author Nate Klemp about his new book, Open: Living with an Expansive Mind in a Distracted World. They discuss why technology is addictive and so appealing, and how it’s not our fault that we are attracted to screens and scrolli... by Zen Parenting Radio
64 min listen
Rescuing Our Sons- An Interview with Dr. John Duffy: Part 3- Episode #748: In Part Two of our three-part series with Dr. John Duffy, author of 'Rescuing Our Sons,' John shares why emotional intelligence is crucial for boys. He tells a story about one of his clients who took a gender studies class and explores the 'Taylor Swif... by Zen Parenting Radio
40 min listen
The Ordinary is the Extraordinary- Episode #756: Todd & Cathy discuss why it’s the ordinary moments that make us feel connected and content, and why what we end up missing are the simple things, not the big things. They also discuss the five things that make someone a Gen Xer, by Zen Parenting Radio
62 min listen
How Our Past Shapes Today – Episode #753: Cathy and Todd discuss how our upbringing shapes our current approach to parenting, share why some traditional parenting tricks fall short, and attempt to redefine romance—it's not just about grand gestures, but the heartfelt intentions behind them. by Zen Parenting Radio
56 min listen
The Stories We Tell Ourselves- Podcast #755: Todd and Cathy discuss the stories we create about our lives and process whether or not we can reconsider our stories – not to deny reality, but to focus on what’s working rather than what’s lost. They also talk about role models for men, by Zen Parenting Radio
65 min listen
Are We Over-Involved in Our Adult Children’s Lives? The Research Might Surprise You- Episode #752: Cathy and Todd discuss an article from The New York Times titled, 'Parents Are Highly Involved in Their Adult Children’s Lives, and Fine With It,' explaining that staying intimately connected to our older children has benefits, not just risks, by Zen Parenting Radio
55 min listen
Teenage Boys and Belonging- Episode #761: Todd and Cathy discussed the importance of developing talents and the challenges of pursuing one's passions. They also emphasized the need for understanding and empathizing when teenage boys lash out or question their belonging (they share an audioclip... by Zen Parenting Radio
58 min listen
Curiosity Creates Connection- Episode #758: Todd and Cathy discuss about how genuine curiosity helps our kids really hear us and value what we're saying. The same goes for understanding each other in a partnership or empathizing with someone from a different gender perspective. by Zen Parenting Radio
50 min listen
Mornings with Teenagers- Episode #762: Todd and Cathy discuss how to talk to kids in the morning without being too annoying. They also discuss when to use Gen Z slang and when not to, and why not "needing" too much from our kids makes us easier to talk to. by Zen Parenting Radio
56 min listen
The Two Secrets to Parenting – Episode #759: Todd and Cathy discuss two factors that make parenting feel more self-directed and understandable. While it will still be messy, unpredictable, and tiring, at least you will feel more in your integrity while doing it! by Zen Parenting Radio
60 min listen
Weaponized Incompetence- Episode #760: Cathy and Todd discuss the distinction between weaponized incompetence and regular incompetence, exploring how gender norms and societal expectations shape these ideas. They engage in real-time reflection on how they navigate these dynamics within thei... by Zen Parenting Radio
76 min listen

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Mornings with Teenagers- Episode #762: Todd and Cathy discuss how to talk to kids in the morning without being too annoying. They also discuss when to use Gen Z slang and when not to, and why not "needing" too much from our kids makes us easier to talk to. by Zen Parenting Radio
56 min listen
Teenage Boys and Belonging- Episode #761: Todd and Cathy discussed the importance of developing talents and the challenges of pursuing one's passions. They also emphasized the need for understanding and empathizing when teenage boys lash out or question their belonging (they share an audioclip... by Zen Parenting Radio
58 min listen
Weaponized Incompetence- Episode #760: Cathy and Todd discuss the distinction between weaponized incompetence and regular incompetence, exploring how gender norms and societal expectations shape these ideas. They engage in real-time reflection on how they navigate these dynamics within thei... by Zen Parenting Radio
76 min listen
Curiosity Creates Connection- Episode #758: Todd and Cathy discuss about how genuine curiosity helps our kids really hear us and value what we're saying. The same goes for understanding each other in a partnership or empathizing with someone from a different gender perspective. by Zen Parenting Radio
50 min listen
The Ordinary is the Extraordinary- Episode #756: Todd & Cathy discuss why it’s the ordinary moments that make us feel connected and content, and why what we end up missing are the simple things, not the big things. They also discuss the five things that make someone a Gen Xer, by Zen Parenting Radio
62 min listen
The Stories We Tell Ourselves- Podcast #755: Todd and Cathy discuss the stories we create about our lives and process whether or not we can reconsider our stories – not to deny reality, but to focus on what’s working rather than what’s lost. They also talk about role models for men, by Zen Parenting Radio
65 min listen
Even Nothing is Something- Podcast #754 by Zen Parenting Radio
54 min listen
How Our Past Shapes Today – Episode #753: Cathy and Todd discuss how our upbringing shapes our current approach to parenting, share why some traditional parenting tricks fall short, and attempt to redefine romance—it's not just about grand gestures, but the heartfelt intentions behind them. by Zen Parenting Radio
56 min listen
Are We Over-Involved in Our Adult Children’s Lives? The Research Might Surprise You- Episode #752: Cathy and Todd discuss an article from The New York Times titled, 'Parents Are Highly Involved in Their Adult Children’s Lives, and Fine With It,' explaining that staying intimately connected to our older children has benefits, not just risks, by Zen Parenting Radio
55 min listen
Staying Open in a Distracted World- A Conversation with “Open” Author Nate Klemp- Episode #751: Todd and Cathy talk with Author Nate Klemp about his new book, Open: Living with an Expansive Mind in a Distracted World. They discuss why technology is addictive and so appealing, and how it’s not our fault that we are attracted to screens and scrolli... by Zen Parenting Radio
64 min listen
On-line Sports Betting- Episode #750: Todd and Cathy discuss the explosion of online sports betting and why kids and teens are more likely to develop a gambling disorder than adults. They discuss the reasons why teens use it, how AI is being used to market at them, and how, by Zen Parenting Radio
66 min listen
Two Types of Messy Conversations- Episode #749: Todd and Cathy discuss the two types of messy conversations and explain why it's important to know the difference if you want to connect with your kid. They discuss the awesomeness of Zen Parenting, 2024 and share some of the most important lessons lea... by Zen Parenting Radio
61 min listen
Rescuing Our Sons- An Interview with Dr. John Duffy: Part 3- Episode #748: In Part Two of our three-part series with Dr. John Duffy, author of 'Rescuing Our Sons,' John shares why emotional intelligence is crucial for boys. He tells a story about one of his clients who took a gender studies class and explores the 'Taylor Swif... by Zen Parenting Radio
40 min listen
Rescuing Our Sons- An Interview with Dr. John Duffy: Part 2- Episode #747: In Part Two of our three-part series with Dr. John Duffy, author of 'Rescuing Our Sons,' John shares why emotional intelligence is crucial for boys. He tells a story about one of his clients who took a gender studies class and explores the 'Taylor Swif... by Zen Parenting Radio
34 min listen
Rescuing Our Sons- An Interview with Dr. John Duffy: Part 1- Episode #746: Cathy and Todd interview Dr. John Duffy, author of 'Rescuing Our Boys,' discussing his book and the state of boys in America. In the first part of a three-part series, they explore John's experiences while talking with boys during therapy, by Zen Parenting Radio
33 min listen
What does it Mean to be Seen- Episode #745: Cathy and Todd discuss the power of words and how their significance is subjective to the person using them. They focus on the necessity of being seen, emphasizing how the quality of our partnerships and parenting is influenced by our ability to truly ... by Zen Parenting Radio
73 min listen
Wisdom from our Friends- Episode #744: Cathy and Todd share the best clips from interviews with their friends Michelle Icard, Dr. Devorah Heitner, Dr. John Duffy, and Dr. Alexandra Solomon (they are all keynote speakers at Zen Parenting, 2024, Jan 26&27)! by Zen Parenting Radio
57 min listen
How Did It Go? Episode 743: Todd and Cathy discuss why it’s important to process how the holidays went before moving forward—what worked, what didn’t, and what can be repaired or celebrated. They also focus on school refusal after the holidays, by Zen Parenting Radio
58 min listen
Dr. Shefali Tsabary & The Parenting Map- Episode #742: Dr. Shefali returns to ZPR to discuss her new book The Parenting Map: Step-by-Step Solutions to Consciously Create the Ultimate Parent-Child Relationship. They discuss how to check our own egos, recognize our children’s psyches, by Zen Parenting Radio
52 min listen
Find Your Next Favorite Holiday Movie- Episode 741: Cathy and Todd discuss their favorite holiday movies, what makes them great, and whether or not they are truly holiday movies. They share clips from the best movies and finish with the top 20 best holiday movies of all time. by Zen Parenting Radio
56 min listen
Should I Let My Kid Fail? A Conversation with Michelle Icard- Episode 740: Todd and Cathy talk with Michelle Icard, the author of '14 Talks by Age 14' and her new book, '8 Setbacks that Can Make a Child a Success.' They discuss why we try to manage everyone's emotions, the challenges of letting our kids experience failure, by Zen Parenting Radio
58 min listen
Gender Norms- Truth or Fiction?- Episode #739: Todd and Cathy discuss gender norms and explore ways to validate, acknowledge, and challenge them. They also dive into the comedy of Nate Bargatze, highlighting its observational nature that prompts thought and reflection. by Zen Parenting Radio
58 min listen
Support Systems for our Kids- Episode #738: Cathy and Todd discuss how to create strong support systems for our kids, allowing them to have new and unique experiences and build relationships that contribute to their self-understanding. Teaching them about boundaries, by Zen Parenting Radio
58 min listen
Developing a Grateful Mindset- Episode #737: Todd and Cathy dive deep into some quotes about gratitude and explore how to incorporate gratitude into our everyday and ordinary lives. They also answer some listener’s questions and play clips from Planes, Trains, by Zen Parenting Radio
54 min listen
Fentanyl- What You Need to Know- A Conversation with Patrice Lenowitz -Episode #736: Cathy and Todd talk with Patrice Lenowitz, Executive Director of The Nurtured Parent, domestic abuse survivor, victims’ rights advocate, activist, and mother of Max, who tragically died of fentanyl poisoning in 2022. by Zen Parenting Radio
76 min listen

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The Two Secrets to Parenting – Episode #759

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