Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma and Dr. Michael Hersh engage in a thoughtful conversation about our inherent inclination to seek approval from parents, caregivers, and/or mentors during our life. The conversation centers around the factors driving this tendency and its underlying motivations.
Their discussion focuses on the significance of identifying moments when we begin to seek external validation and encourages exploring genuine self-awareness about our aspirations. It prompts us to focus on the motives behind our actions and goals: Do they align with our authentic selves and what we truly desire, or are they driven by a sense of duty and the quest for approval or validation?
Offering another perspective, Dr. DePalma then goes on to share insights on navigating the path to acknowledging and accepting our children’s behavior without necessarily condoning it. Often we are caught in a struggle as our children grow into adults when we have previously controlled all aspects of their lives. She will provide viewpoints to consider that empower you to overcome the challenges we face when our children no longer follow our rules in the family rule book.
What you will learn:
- How doing things from obligation can lead to resentment
- Parental approval does not equate to love
- The difference between accepting versus condoning with our kids
Featured:
- Learn more about Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma’s programs with Thought Work,MD, including 1-to-1 coaching for individuals, group coaching cohorts for organizations, and her online self-study courses HERE.
- Learn more about Dr. Michael Hersh’s program at Better Physician Life, including 1-to-1 physician coaching and the associated online course, by visiting his website HERE.
