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"Parenting is one of those things that takes time."\n\xa0\n"Our job as parents is to be there as much as we can for our kids."\n"The opposite of trauma in general is connection."\n"We want to create an environment for our kids where instead of it being I can\u2019t tell my parents about that to the world of I can\u2019t wait to tell my parents."\n\u201cParenting is easy,\u201d said no one ever.Today\u2019s guest, Chananya Abraham, is a parent of five, a podcaster, and a therapist specializing in working with teens, young adults, and parents. This episode feels a bit like a therapy session as Chananya dives deep into the intricacies of parenting. From the seemingly simple questions like how to get kids to pick up their stuff, to the more profound aspects of parenting, Chananya provides thoughtful insights and actionable advice.\nChananya discusses the importance of understanding that each child is different and how to communicate effectively with them. He emphasizes the significance of not taking things personally and the value of the \u201cpause\u201d in parenting.\nChananya also shares personal stories about his own parenting journey, including the challenges and rewards of raising teenagers and how he\u2019s evolved as a dad over the years.\nJoin us as Chananya talks about the importance of self-care for parents, the power of saying \u201cI\u2019m sorry,\u201d and the complexities of blended families. He also touches on how unconscious parenting patterns can stem from how we were raised and offers advice on handling estranged relationships with parents.This episode is packed with wisdom and practical tips for parents at any stage of their journey.\nWhether you\u2019re a new parent or have been in the trenches for years, you\u2019ll find valuable takeaways to help you navigate the challenging yet rewarding path of parenthood.\nKey Takeaways\n- Effective communication with children requires understanding their unique needs.- Don\u2019t take it personally when kids don\u2019t follow your expectations.- The \u201cpause\u201d technique can help manage intense emotions and reactions.- Self-care is crucial for parents to maintain their energy and well-being.- Apologizing to your children can be a powerful tool in building trust and connection.- Blended families require extra sensitivity and effort to ensure all children feel equally loved and valued.Connect with Chananya Abraham\n- Podcast: Parenting is Easy, Said No One Ever- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/parentingiseasysaidno1ever- Email: chananya@cyuahtherapy.com\nConnect with Reena\n- Website: bettercalldaddy.com- LinkedIn: Reena Friedman Watts- Twitter: @reenareena- Instagram: @reenafriedmanwatts- Instagram Podcast: @bettercalldaddypodcast\nWe love hearing your feedback. Leave us a review, share your thoughts, and spread the word about this enriching episode. Share it with someone who appreciates the wisdom of navigating the complexities of parenting.\n\xa0\nBook mentioned\nThe Mindfulness Solution for Intense Emotions: Take Control of Borderline Personality Disorder with DBT https://a.co/d/evCfwAq\n- (00:00) Reena Friedman Watts: Better call daddy intro- (01:56) Chananya Abraham: Every single child is different, so communication is important- (05:25) Do you feel like you've evolved as a dad- (05:54) Do you think being a dad is easier now with kid five versus the beginning- (11:34) Dean Kunsta talks about the concept of the pause. So how does it work by a regular Tuesday dinner- (14:43) Let's talk about when parents are going to mess up in everyday life- (18:09) Can we talk a little bit about how unconscious parenting happens from how you were parented- (24:24) What would you tell somebody who has estranged relationship with a parent- (27:49) Were you intentional in wanting to have kids? Yes, 100%- (33:08) If opportunity came for a book about parenting, would you write it- (40:05) We want to create an environment for our kids where instead of it being I cant tell- (41:15) Self care is the importance of taking care of yourself. I say those words, self care, and I cri