Erica Komisar – The Inconvenient Truth about Parenting in 2025
In this thought-provoking episode, Pete Hunt welcomes back psychoanalyst and bestselling author Erica Komisar, following a year of exponential growth in her reach and message — including a recent appearance on The Diary of a CEO. Known for challenging modern parenting ideals, Erica confronts the uncomfortable truths about early attachment, the myth of “having it all,” and why parental presence in a child’s early years is non-negotiable.
Whether you’re a father, partner, or simply someone reflecting on how you were parented — this conversation offers both a reality check and a powerful invitation to rethink what children really need.
Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction
01:29 – Why Erica’s message is seen as controversial
04:03 – The cost of early childcare trade-offs
09:20 – Narcissism and unmet emotional needs
13:00 – The impact of different attachment styles
18:04 – Boarding school and emotional detachment
23:30 – The social media narrative vs. real parenting
27:00 – Why guilt shouldn’t be ignored
32:16 – “Second chances” and late-stage fatherhood
36:45 – Teenagers, tech, and the void of play
41:00 – Starting deeper conversations with your kids
47:00 – Reframing parenting as teamwork
52:30 – Careers, control, and the realities of modern motherhood
1:03:00 – The long-term impact of early disconnection
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