57. Why Self-Awareness Is the First Step to Raising Inclusive Tweens and Teens

This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior.

Do you know what biases you might be unconsciously passing on to your kids?

In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, talks with Sarah McLaughlin, LSW, about creating inclusive communities — a topic featured in Sarah’s book Raising Humans with Hearts. They explore how parents can model openness, address unconscious bias, and navigate real-life conversations with kids about diversity, difference, and belonging. From “Talking Circles” that explore early experiences with race to personal stories about moving and building a new community, this conversation blends practical tips with honest reflection.

• Learn how to identify and address your own biases so you can model inclusivity for your kids.
• Discover ways to handle tough, spontaneous questions from tweens and teens about differences in the world.
• Get strategies for creating a sense of belonging in your home and community.

Listen now to learn how small shifts in awareness and honesty can help you raise kids who embrace inclusivity.

Harvard Implicit Association Tests - Take a Test (harvard.edu)

Podcast mentioned by Sarah - Nice White Parents on Apple Podcasts

Follow this link to Sarah’s book “Raising Humans with Hearts” - Raising Humans with Heart: Not A How To Manual: Maclaughlin, Sarah: 9781735725628: Amazon.com: Books

Follow this link to find out more about Sarah - Sarah MacLaughlin, LSW | Parent Educator, Author, Speaker

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