Episode 21: Raising Men
In this week's episode we talk about Raising Men; including the importance of raising boys with emotional awareness and sensitivity, and the difference that can make to families and the planet. [1.30] Why addressing this now is so important for our future. [3:00] Lloyd DeMause and Robin Grille and their perspectives on raising children. [5.15] What is aggression? [6.45] How do we channel strength and aggression in young men? [11.24] The difference between outrage and frustration and anger. [15.50] How do we model for young boys the qualities we want to see? [20.00] The fears parents can have around not using punishments. [23.15] Does harshness make us more loving? [25.15] The need for male role models within sex ed and relationships. [29.30] Supporting our children even when families look different with the masculine and feminine. [35.00] Modelling healthy relationships. [39.15] Helping our children heal when there is aggression. [43.05] Holding the space for teens and big feelings and our inner masculine. [47.08] Models of healthy expression of anger and feelings. [50.50] Rites of passage for boys and men. This week’s invitation: 1. Tune into what was your imprint around the masculine? What is your inner loving father like? 2. How do you feel about male energy and aggression and when they cry? Can you be with all those feelings in a male? Resources: Dan Siegel - Book - Brainstorm Robin Grille - Book - Parenting for a peaceful world Aletha Solter - Book - Tears and Tantrums Aletha Solter - Book - Cooperative and Connected Marions Masterclass on Power As always, you can head over to the Aware Parenting Podcast Facebook group and join in the discussion, or you’ll find us on Instagram @theawareparentingpodcast You can find Marion at marionrose.net and Lael at laelstone.com.au And if you haven’t already, make sure you subscribe to the podcast so we can pop into your podcast feed. Sending you much love, compassion and grace in your parenting journey. x Lael and Marion