In this episode, we explore the complexities of gentle parenting, discussing its ideals and the frustrations it often brings to parents. Polly Dunbar shares her personal journey and the moment she stepped away from this approach during a playful outing with her son. We examine the challenges of never saying no and validating every feeling, highlighting how such practices can sometimes blur necessary boundaries. Through candid reflections on real parenting scenarios, I advocate for authenticity in parent-child interactions over scripted methodologies. We also critique the potential pitfalls of overly emotion-centered parenting and underscore the importance of establishing boundaries for a child's security. By sharing my own experiences, I emphasize the need for genuine connection and emotional honesty in nurturing family dynamics. Ultimately, we ponder the balance of supporting children's emotional development while grounding them in the realities of life and personal accountability. GET MY NEW BOOK 'PEACEFUL PARENTING', THE INTERACTIVE PEACEFUL PARENTING AI, AND AUDIOBOOK! https://peacefulparenting.com/ Join the PREMIUM philosophy community on the web for free! Also get the Truth About the French Revolution, multiple interactive multi-lingual philosophy AIs trained on thousands of hours of my material, as well as targeted AIs for Real-Time Relationships, BitCoin, Peaceful Parenting, and Call-Ins. Don't miss the private livestreams, premium call in shows, the 22 Part History of Philosophers series and much more! See you soon! https://freedomain.locals.com/support/promo/UPB2022