What does parenting do to us? Why do we do it? Why is there such a huge gap between what we think parenting will be and what it is? What are the jobs of Mums and Dads now: What’s a dad when he’s no longer just a provider, what’s a mum when she quite often is? Why, when we think having children will bring us together, does it so often push us apart? How do I know what to teach and model for my children when I don’t know what the world is going to look like in five years time? Why did my parents seem to have so much conviction about these things and I have absolutely none?
Well, I don’t know but luckily there are some really clever people all over the world who are thinking about these things and they’ve agreed to talk to me. So maybe we won’t be able to answer all these questions every week but maybe if we listen to their ideas we can gain some insight and some wisdom and maybe most importantly some perspective and find out what it takes to be a happier parent.
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What does parenting do to us? Why do we do it? Why is there such a huge gap between what we think parenting will be and what it is? What are the jobs of Mums and Dads now: What’s a dad when he’s no longer just a provider, what’s a mum when she quite often is? Why, when we think having children will bring us together, does it so often push us apart? How do I know what to teach and model for my children when I don’t know what the world is going to look like in five years time? Why did my parents seem to have so much conviction about these things and I have absolutely none?
Well, I don’t know but luckily there are some really clever people all over the world who are thinking about these things and they’ve agreed to talk to me. So maybe we won’t be able to answer all these questions every week but maybe if we listen to their ideas we can gain some insight and some wisdom and maybe most importantly some perspective and find out what it takes to be a happier parent.
Ep 7: Psychological Growth in Parenthood with Lisa Marchiano
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59 minutes 15 seconds
4 months ago
Ep 7: Psychological Growth in Parenthood with Lisa Marchiano
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In this conversation, Alexindadland and Lisa Marchiano explore the intricate relationship between Jungian psychology and motherhood. They discuss the importance of meaning in life, the process of individuation, and the psychological development that occurs throughout one's life. The conversation delves into the challenges of parenting, the significance of fairy tales and archetypes, and the emotional complexities that arise in the journey of motherhood. They also touch on themes of loss, sacrifice, and the shadow aspects of parenting, emphasizing the need for resilience and the role of transcendence in the parenting experience.
Takeaways
Jung's ideas provide a framework for understanding psychological development.Individuation is a lifelong process of becoming who we are meant to be.Meaning is essential for psychological well-being.Motherhood can bring both fulfillment and loss.Fairy tales reflect universal psychological truths.The shadow represents aspects of ourselves we deny or reject.Parenting can project our own unresolved issues onto our children.Rage and anger are natural emotions that need to be expressed.Dads play a crucial role in teaching resilience to children.Transcendence can be found in the experience of parenting.
Chapters
00:00 Navigating the Transition to Adulthood02:48 New Chapter03:52 Understanding Jung and Individuation08:44 The Role of Meaning in Midlife12:16 The Importance of Myth and Fairy Tales19:07 The Descent into the Well: A Feminine Journey26:23 Sacrifice and Loss in Parenthood34:49 The Neurobiological Basis of Caregiving35:38 Understanding the Shadow Self37:28 Projection of Shadow onto Children38:14 The Complexity of Anger in Parenting40:49 The Role of Fathers in Child Development43:25 Navigating Gender Expectations in Parenting46:14 The Importance of Balance in Parenting Styles49:40 Individuation and the Role of Challenges53:22 Transcendence Through Parenting
Keywords
Jung, individuation, motherhood, parenting, meaning, shadow, fairy tales, emotional expression, archetypes, psychological development
Sound Bites
"The unlived life of the parent.""Kids need to learn resilience.""Don't let that become your god."
Be a Happier Parent
What does parenting do to us? Why do we do it? Why is there such a huge gap between what we think parenting will be and what it is? What are the jobs of Mums and Dads now: What’s a dad when he’s no longer just a provider, what’s a mum when she quite often is? Why, when we think having children will bring us together, does it so often push us apart? How do I know what to teach and model for my children when I don’t know what the world is going to look like in five years time? Why did my parents seem to have so much conviction about these things and I have absolutely none?
Well, I don’t know but luckily there are some really clever people all over the world who are thinking about these things and they’ve agreed to talk to me. So maybe we won’t be able to answer all these questions every week but maybe if we listen to their ideas we can gain some insight and some wisdom and maybe most importantly some perspective and find out what it takes to be a happier parent.
