Parenting often feels like a whirlwind of challenges, leaving us searching for quick fixes and one-size-fits-all solutions. But the truth is, focusing solely on our children’s behavior can leave us disconnected from the deeper work required for real transformation.

This week, I’m excited to welcome Eran Katz, a clinical psychologist, father, and creator of the Parenting MAP framework and the Apparently Parent podcast. Eran’s mission is to guide parents out of stress and confusion into confidence and harmony, fostering enduring, meaningful relationships with their children.

In this episode, we explore Eran’s journey of helping parents embrace self-awareness and self-regulation as the foundations for intentional parenting. We also delve into his personal challenges as a creator, confronting fears and reconnecting with his essence to share his wisdom with the world.

Tune in to discover how cultivating playfulness, peace, and connection can transform both parenting and our creative pursuits, bringing profound change to our lives and the lives of our children.

• The importance of self-awareness and regulation in parenting
• Eran’s journey from child psychology to parent-focused work
• How The Parenting MAP framework helps parents lead with confidence
• The role of playfulness and connection in parenting
• Overcoming fears and self-doubt to pursue meaningful work
• The challenge of balancing professional and personal growth
• How Eran’s personal experiences as a father shaped his work
• Using a beta approach to create and test parenting resources
• The impact of bringing peace and play into creative processes
• Tools and books Eran recommends for parents on their journey

You can find the transcript on the episode's web page by clicking here.

Eran is a clinical psychologist, a father of two, and a husband. Based in Tel Aviv, Israel, he runs a private practice and is passionate about helping parents transition from feeling confused and stressed to embracing a more confident and guiding role in their families. To further this mission, he created the Parenting MAP and the Apparently Parent podcast. His ultimate goal is to help as many parents as possible move from chaos to harmony and build lasting, meaningful relationships with their children.

• Podcast: Apparently Parent
• Resources: Books for parents and practitioners

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In our drive to be productive, it’s easy to miss out on one essential step: reflection. Often, we focus on doing more and checking things off without truly understanding our progress or the adjustments that might lead to deeper fulfillment and ease in our work.

In the final episode of the season, we dive into the role of regular reflection and adaptation in our productivity journey. I guide you through techniques for self-assessment that help you identify what’s working, what’s not, and why. I also explain how to use accountability groups, intentional reflection practices, and monthly and yearly reviews to deepen your learning and adapt your strategies to overcome common productivity obstacles.

Join me to learn how to evolve your productivity practices through meaningful reflection, ensuring that your approach to productivity is both adaptable and sustainable.

• The importance of reflection in productivity
• How to deepen learning through self-assessment
• Techniques for daily, weekly, and monthly reviews
• The role of intention-setting in adapting practices
• Using accountability groups for commitment
• Adapting productivity practices through reflection
• Creating a structured routine for productivity reviews
• Examples of prompts for daily and weekly reflection
• Identifying blockers and evolving strategies to overcome them

You can find the transcript on the episode's web page by clicking here.

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The conventional approach to productivity focuses on output and discipline—often at the expense of joy and fulfillment. We push through tasks, trying to be more efficient, only to find ourselves feeling disconnected from the work we’re doing. This mindset can turn each day into a grind, leaving us drained and unfulfilled.

In this episode, we explore how shifting our mindset towards gratitude and wonder can not only boost productivity but also make our daily tasks more meaningful. I discuss how practices rooted in Zen can help us fully appreciate each moment, from mundane chores to major projects, bringing a sense of freshness and joy into all we do.

Join me to learn how cultivating gratitude, wonder, and joy can transform your approach to productivity, turning everyday moments into opportunities for connection and delight.

• How traditional productivity often overlooks joy and fulfillment
• The role of gratitude in transforming mundane tasks
• Embracing a beginner’s mind to rediscover everyday wonder
• How appreciation can reduce avoidance and overwhelm
• Finding joy in the process, not just in the results
• Practical ways to incorporate gratitude into daily productivity
• The link between gratitude and increased motivation
• Zen-inspired techniques to stay present in each task

You can find the transcript on the episode's web page by clicking here.

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Post-production: Diana C. Guzmán Caro