How I Almost Quit the Podcast, Resented the Show, and What Made Me Come Back

How I Almost Quit the Podcast, Resented the Show, and What Made Me Come Back

Author: Anna Seewald January 28, 2026 Duration: 1:01:53

A 10-Year Anniversary Interview with Anna Seewald, Hosted by Laura Froyen

In this special 10-year anniversary interview, I sit down with my dear friend and colleague, Dr. Laura Froyen, to share the story behind the Authentic Parenting podcast. I open up about the times I almost quit the show, the moments I resented it, and what ultimately made me come back and keep going.

We dive into the challenges, surprises, and lessons learned along the way, giving listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the evolution of the podcast over the past decade. This conversation is honest, reflective, and full of insights for anyone navigating the ups and downs of parenting, creative work, or long-term projects.

Thank you for being part of the Authentic Parenting global community. 

Here are the other 10-year anniversary episodes: 

  1. Ten Years, Many Lessons: A Personal Message to Begin 2026
  2. 10 Years of Podcasting: Revisiting Our 100th Milestone Episode
  3. 10-Year Celebration: Parenting, Podcasting & the Green Stroller Moment
  4. Ten Minutes, Ten Years Ago: A Conversation With My 10-Year-Old
  5. Traditions, Transitions, and Why 2017 Was an Important Year for the Authentic Parenting Podcast
  6. Milestone Episode 300: Listener Voicemails, Podcast Evolution, and Behind-the-Scenes Secrets
  7. 10 Years of Authentic Parenting: A Monthly Special Episode with Real Parenting Stories
  8. Episode 400: The Listeners Put Me on the Spot - 10-Year Anniversary Celebration Continues

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Podcast Production by Aminur. 

 


Anna Seewald hosts Authentic Parenting, a space for those who believe that raising children is deeply intertwined with growing themselves. This podcast moves beyond quick tips and strategies to explore the inner work required to parent with intention. Conversations here are grounded in a trauma-informed perspective, offering a compassionate lens through which to examine family patterns and reactions. The core idea is that by consciously addressing our own histories and connecting with our authentic selves, we can interrupt cycles of generational stress. What you’ll hear in each episode are thoughtful discussions and practical insights aimed at transforming daily challenges into opportunities for connection. The goal isn’t perfection, but fostering a family life with more calm, understanding, and genuine joy. It’s about creating an environment where children can thrive without carrying burdens forward. Tuning into this podcast feels like a supportive dialogue, reminding you that the journey of parenting is also a profound path of personal discovery. It’s for anyone ready to embrace the motto of raising their children while growing themselves.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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