Oct 6, 202615 minS4
In this episode, Susan explores what happens when our children are disappointed, upset, or frustrated — and why our instinct to fix, minimize, or rescue them from that feeling often does more harm than good. Using the...
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Parenting Without Power Struggles
Hosted by Susan Stiffelman · kids · EN
About this Podcast:
Susan Stiffelman is a family therapist, parent coach, and one of the country's premiere parenting experts, and the author of Parenting Without Power Struggles and Parenting With Presence (an Eckhart Tolle edition.) Susan's podcasts feature conversations with guests including Dr. Dan Siegel, Janet Lansbury, Dr. Kristen Neff, Dr. Mona Delahooke, Glennon Doyle, Dr. Jane Goodall, Jack Kornfield, Martha Beck, and many others.
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What is Parenting Without Power Struggles about?
Susan Stiffelman is a family therapist, parent coach, and one of the country's premiere parenting experts, and the author of Parenting Without Power Struggles and Parenting With Presence (an Eckhart Tolle edition.) Susan's podcasts feature conversations with guests including Dr. Dan Siegel, Janet Lansbury, Dr. Kristen Neff, Dr. Mona Delahooke, Glennon Doyle, Dr.
Who hosts Parenting Without Power Struggles?
Parenting Without Power Struggles is hosted by Susan Stiffelman. The show has published 100 episodes to date.
What has Parenting Without Power Struggles covered recently?
Recent episodes include "4:8 Being Present with Disappointment: an IFS Perspective" (6 October 2026, 15 minutes), "4:7 After the Anger: An IFS Look at Repair" (28 September 2026, 17 minutes), and "4:6 An IFS Look at Power Struggles: Captain, Lawyer, or Dictator?" (18 September 2026, 18 minutes).
How often does Parenting Without Power Struggles publish?
Parenting Without Power Struggles publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 19 minutes across 100 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Parenting Without Power Struggles?
Booking probability for Parenting Without Power Struggles is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Parenting Without Power Struggles requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Parenting Without Power Struggles's contact route on record: verified email.
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The strongest fits for Parenting Without Power Struggles are Family & Social Services. Parenting Without Power Struggles has a kids audience.
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Susan Stiffelman hosts Parenting Without Power Struggles, a kids podcast with 100 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Sep 28, 202617 minS4In this episode, Susan explores what happens after Lawyer or Dictator mode has taken over and you've lost your cool. She explains why the goal isn't to stay serene all the time, and why genuine repair, done well...
Sep 18, 202618 minS4In this episode, Susan connects Internal Family Systems to three modes she's taught for years: Captain, Lawyer, and Dictator. Using a real dinnertime example, she shows how a child's simple request can pull a parent...
Sep 10, 202617 minS4In this episode, Susan unpacks Richard Schwartz's term "tor-mentor" — the idea that our children, in the moments they frustrate us most, are also mentoring us toward healing. Ordinary friction, like being ignored, can...
Aug 26, 202618 minS4Susan continues her Parenting Without Power Struggles series on Internal Family Systems, introducing "manager" parts. A healthy manager keeps life running smoothly, but when driven by old fears or insecurities, it can...
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Aug 20, 202622 minS4Susan continues her Parenting Without Power Struggles series on Internal Family Systems, exploring how "firefighter" parts trigger intense reactivity, rage, and regrettable parenting moments. She explains that parents...
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Aug 8, 202613 minS4In this episode, Susan introduces the core idea behind Internal Family Systems and what it means for parenting: beneath our anxiety, anger, and overwhelm is a calm, confident "Wise Self" — the steady part of us that...
Apr 9, 202631 minS1In this conversation, Susan and Dr. Kristin Neff talks about the importance of cultivating both fierce and tender self-compassion, offering specific practices that parents can easily use when they're feeling...
Apr 2, 202641 minS1In this episode, Susan talks with Dr. Ramani Durvasula, author of author of the new book, It's Not You: Identifying and Healing from Narcissistic People , as well as the books Should I Stay Or Should I Go? Surviving A...
Mar 25, 202624 minS2Susan talks with Dr. Pressman about the five guiding principles for raising a good human: relationships, reflection, regulation, rules, and repair. They stress the importance of being a "good enough" parent, rather than...
Episode #47
3:48 The Uncomfortable Path to Resilience
Mar 17, 202615 minS4Resilience isn't a trait kids either have or don't — it's something they build through repeated experiences of feeling hard emotions and getting through them, with a present and steady parent by their side. In this...
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3:46 "I Didn't Mean to Say That!"
Feb 20, 202614 min*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:6fa87474-d341-4003-a0fb-1650b17d4c75-2" data-testid= "conversation-turn-6"...
Episode #45
3:45 Captain of the Ship Meets IFS
Feb 13, 202614 minS3In this episode, Susan is joined by Lisa Spiegel, author of Internal Family Systems Therapy with Children , for a conversation about how understanding our "parts" can transform our parenting life. They explore what it...
Jan 28, 202615 minS3*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:cac8a71c-422a-41be-b8ba-c4f290f0abe6-2" data-testid= "conversation-turn-6"...
Episode #43
3:43 Sparks of Joy in Everyday Parenting
Jan 16, 202613 minS3In this podcast, Susan explores the quiet, everyday joy that often gets lost in the stress, demands, and constant pressures of parenting—and why these small moments of happiness are essential for both parents and...
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3:42 ADHD, with Dr. Ned Hallowell
Jan 9, 202613 minIn this episode, Susan and Dr. Hallowell share tips for talking with children about ADHD that emphasizes its benefits rather than using a "just try harder!" approach. ADHD is a trait both Susan and Dr. Hallowell share...
Dec 10, 202519 minS3In this episode, Susan explores what power struggles really are, why they arise so instinctively, and how parents can step out of them by embodying calm, confident leadership. Drawing from decades of work with families...
Dec 3, 202523 minS3Susan speaks with clinician and author Kelsey Blahnik about her new book The AND Way, a model that helps people navigate tension while staying connected across deep divides. Together, they explore how parents can raise...
Nov 17, 202513 minS3*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1"...
Recent guests
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Kristin Neff
Associate Professor of Educational Psychology at the University of Texas in Austin, Center for Mindful Self-Compassion
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Dr. Ramani Durvasula
clinical psychologist, Professor of Psychology at California State University, Founder and CEO of LUNA Education, Training & Consulting, LUNA Education, Training & Consulting
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Dr Aliza Pressman
developmental psychologist, bestselling author, host of Raising Good Humans podcast, Mount Sinai Parenting Center
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Zak Stein
philosopher of education, psychologist, futurist, AI Psychological Harms Research Consortium
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