About this podcast

In this compelling episode, Mel Robbins and world-renowned developmental psychologist Dr. Aliza Pressman delve into how our early childhood experiences and parenting styles shape every relationship we have throughout life. Discover the hidden parenting mistakes that unknowingly impact your connections with partners, siblings, kids, and friends, and learn science-backed tools for fostering emotionally healthy, resilient children and becoming a more grounded human yourself. Dr. Pressman, author of the New York Times bestseller 'The 5 Principles of Parenting,' breaks down crucial insights, including why oversacrificing for your kids can backfire, how criticizing a partner or ex can wound children for life, and protocols for setting effective boundaries and repairing relationships after conflict. This conversation transcends just raising kids, offering actionable strategies for anyone seeking to understand their past, improve current relationships, and build a better future for themselves and their loved ones.