I sit down with Erica Komisar to talk about divorce, attachment, parenting, and the values shaping modern family life. We explore what current research says about separation and child development, why timing matters when divorce happens, and how early relationships influence who we become as adults. Erica also shares her perspective on motherhood, identity, emotional regulation, and the cultural shifts affecting relationships today. If you're navigating family decisions, raising children, or thinking deeply about what creates a meaningful life, this episode offers plenty to reflect on.
SHOW HIGHLIGHTS
00:00 - Introduction
01:11 - Is Divorce Better Than a Bad Marriage?
02:47 - Why Are Divorce and Child-Free Living Being Celebrated?
09:06 - Development, Narcissism & Modern Relationships
15:45 - The Pressure Between Career and Family
16:09 - The Best and Worst Ages for Divorce
22:47 - Stability, Attachment & Child Development
23:03 - The Research Behind Early Attachment
28:56 - Emotional Regulation and the First Three Years
35:13 - What Stress Does to Children
40:23 - Identity, Motherhood & Modern Culture
44:00 - Production, Achievement & Meaning
46:16 - Where to Find Erica’s Work
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