S3 Bonus - Eran Katz on Parenting, Self-Awareness & Playfulness

Zen Habits Podcast

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.

Topics Covered

• 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

Transcript

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

Eran's Bio & Resources

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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Music: Salem Belladonna & Robrecht Dumarey

Editor: Justin Cruz

Post-production: Diana C. Guzmán Caro