If you've ever wondered whether being kinder to yourself could actually make you a better parent, this conversation is for you.

In this special guest episode of Family in Focus, I'm joined by my dear friend Dr. Faryal D. Michaud, DO, palliative care physician, coach, and founder of Physicians Living Intentionally. Together, we explore why the relationship you have with yourself shapes the relationship you build with your child, and how self-compassion, curiosity, and intentional parenting create stronger family connections.

We also share a simple communication framework, Wish, Worry, Wonder, that can help you navigate difficult conversations with your child while staying connected instead of slipping into conflict.

In this episode:

• Why self-compassion is one of the greatest gifts you can give your child

• How your own self-talk influences the way your children learn to treat themselves

• The difference between accepting and welcoming difficult moments

• Why curiosity creates stronger parent-child relationships than judgment

• How the Wish, Worry, Wonder framework can transform challenging conversations

Watch the full video episode on YouTube.

New episodes air every Wednesday.

Connect with Dr. Faryal D. Michaud, DO

Website: www.drfaryal.com (http://www.drfaryal.com)

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drfaryalmichaud

Podcast: https://writeyourlastchapter.libsyn.com/

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While I am a doctor, I am not your doctor. This podcast is for education, not medical advice.