Today I'm thrilled to share with you three powerful ways you can break free from the cycle of control, yelling, and punishments, and evolve into a more connected and loving parent. I'll share a powerful technique that allows you to gain clarity in those challenging parenting moments, helping you respond in a more positive and effective way. But perhaps the most essential ingredient in this transformation recipe is the focus on connection. Discover how building a strong bond with your child can l...
Oct 05, 2023•19 min•Season 4Ep. 251
Have you ever wondered why certain parenting advice doesn't seem to work for you? It's because the magic lies not in the words we use or the techniques we apply but in our underlying belief systems. Today I explore the beliefs we carry about parenting, where they come from, and how they impact our interactions with our children. We'll uncover the powerful influence of cultural conditioning and discuss the urgent need for a paradigm shift from traditional to connective parenting. I'll share perso...
Oct 03, 2023•15 min•Season 4Ep. 250
Today, I'm diving deep into my personal journey from being a control-freak perfectionist mom to becoming a connected, patient parent. Many of you have asked, "How did you do it?" Well, in this episode, I share with you how I transformed my parenting style. From seeking help and undergoing a mindset shift to embracing connective tools and building a supportive community, my journey was a process that I'm eager to share. But there's more! I have an exciting announcement – a three-day summit where ...
Sep 28, 2023•20 min•Season 4Ep. 249
In today's episode, we're diving headfirst into the ever-present challenge of electronics in our children's lives. As parents, we often find ourselves in a balancing act - how much screen time is too much? How do we create a healthy relationship between our kids and their devices, all while keeping the peace at home? Today I share with you some practical strategies for navigating this digital landscape, from setting boundaries to fostering a deeper connection with your child. We'll discuss the a...
Sep 26, 2023•16 min•Season 4Ep. 248
Get ready for a heartwarming first on the Peace in Parenting podcast! joining me today is my amazing daughter, Esme, in a candid conversation about our parenting journey. Esme, now 18 and entering her senior year, shares her unique perspective on growing up with connected parenting. We discuss our evolution as a family, sibling dynamics, and how trust and open communication have shaped her teenage years. This episode is filled with love, laughter, and life lessons. Join us for a very special gli...
Sep 21, 2023•19 min•Season 4Ep. 247
In today's busy world, we often find it difficult to maintain a strong and loving relationship with our children after a long day at work. However, there is hope. Let me share with you a story of a couple who faced this challenge, but refused to give up. They chose a different approach, one focused on building connection rather than discipline. Learn how they dealt with sibling rivalry through affection rather than punishment, and why consistency played a vital role in their success. Their inspi...
Sep 19, 2023•12 min•Season 4Ep. 246
As a parent, I have come to understand the significance of positivity and self-belief. In today's world of parenting, it is crucial to reshape our relationships with our children. Instead of labeling them as "difficult," we should view their behaviors as a sign of struggle and support them accordingly. By fostering strong connection with our kids, we can bring a positive change in family dynamics and have a profound impact on our children's lives. Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fe...
Sep 14, 2023•14 min•Season 4Ep. 245
Today I want to challenge some long-standing parenting beliefs, specifically the idea of correction and why the conventional methods of correcting our kids might not be as effective as we think. Children already know when they've made a mistake and our role as parents should be to connect and empathize rather than correct. I encourage you to try a ten-day challenge where you put aside correction and focus on nurturing your parent-child relationships through empathy, play, and affection. I truly ...
Sep 12, 2023•17 min•Season 4Ep. 244
As parents, we often encounter difficulties when our children bring up unresolved emotions and behaviors from our own upbringing. It is essential to be aware of these emotions and reprogram our natural parenting instincts so that we can respond with love, kindness, and understanding instead of anger and punishment. Today, I would like to share an excerpt from my book, "Unpunished," along with some useful journaling prompts that can help us explore our own history and emotions as parents. By doin...
Sep 07, 2023•11 min•Season 4Ep. 243
As parents, we often encounter kids with two distinct temperaments. The first type values their authenticity and won't betray themselves, even if it means risking their relationship with their guardian. The second type of child remains loyal to their caretaker and will do anything to comply with their wishes, often leading to a lack of personal growth. Rather than resorting to control to bring these kids to a middle ground, we can help them find balance by using connection and unconditional love...
Sep 05, 2023•14 min•Season 4Ep. 242
I was deeply hurt by two mothers when I was young, my biological mother who left when I was twelve, and my stepmother who came into the picture shortly after. Both of these mother wounds shaped the way I began my parenting journey and set me on a path that would have been similar for my children. But it was this that led me to find connected parenting and I was able to change the way I parent and in turn, limit the mother wounds for my kids. If we want to prevent these mother wounds then we have...
Aug 31, 2023•12 min•Season 4Ep. 241
Today, I'm digging into sibling dynamics. From my own struggles with my sister growing up to parenting my two daughters, it's been a journey. When I became a parent of two girls I immediately started overcorrecting their fights, because I didn't want their relationship to be like mine was growing up. But that only fueled the fire. It took me a while to realize my actions were rooted in my past triggers. Here's the deal: connection is everything. Sibling relationships thrive when individual bonds...
Aug 29, 2023•10 min•Season 4Ep. 240
As a parent, Casey faced immense pressure to resort to spanking her children. However, upon discovering my podcast, she felt a strong connection to my approach towards parenting. By joining the Connected Parent Mastermind, she was able to eliminate the use of threats and punishments altogether. Through this, she was able to foster a deeper connection with her children. Join my new Connected Parent Mastermind designed for parents who want to strengthen their connection with their children, experi...
Aug 24, 2023•25 min•Season 4Ep. 239
Today, I have Sharon, one of my Connected Parent Mastermind students who joined the program after having significant clashes with her autistic son. Sharon shares some helpful tools from the mastermind that allowed her to parent both of her kids with more connection and reduce the clashes. Join my new Connected Parent Mastermind designed for parents who want to strengthen their connection with their children, experience more love, and reduce frustration. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up no...
Aug 22, 2023•18 min•Season 4Ep. 238
Today, I have a conversation with Danielle, who is one of my students in the connected parent mastermind group. We discussed the significance of connection and how providing our children with emotional support during intense moments can have a positive impact on future interactions. During our conversation, Danielle shared a story about an incident that occurred while camping with her son. Her son had a tantrum and even went as far as pointing a fake gun at her. However, what surprised her was h...
Aug 17, 2023•18 min•Season 4Ep. 237
Today, we are joined by Cass and Kathryn from Morrow Marriage, a couple dedicated to helping other couples save their marriages. The Morrows recently became private clients of mine after a heated argument with her daughter resulted in a moment Kathryn was not proud of. During our collaboration, Cass and Kathryn noticed a significant improvement in their children's behavior. Yelling became less frequent, tantrums were shorter, and they observed more displays of affection and kindness. It's eviden...
Aug 15, 2023•23 min•Season 4Ep. 236
I understand that learning empathy can be a challenging journey, especially if it's not something that was modeled for us in our own upbringing. However, I've learned that empathy is a crucial component of creating a strong connection with our children. That means being present with them, especially during times of big emotions, listening with an open heart, and truly hearing what they have to say. If we can do that, we have the power to turn those moments into opportunities for connection, and ...
Aug 10, 2023•12 min•Season 4Ep. 235
When a child starts hitting, kicking, or becoming aggressive, our initial reaction is often to punish them. However, punishing a child by sending them to time out, taking away their favorite activity, or grounding them for a weekend, does not effectively teach them right from wrong. I believe that no punishment can teach them because they already know what they did was wrong. What’s going on in these circumstances is that their prefrontal cortex, the part of the brain responsible for reasoning, ...
Aug 08, 2023•14 min•Season 4Ep. 234
Raising strong-willed kids can be hard. They can be stubborn and difficult to handle. They are often very sensitive and take criticism personally, which can make them fearful and angry. To help them, we need to connect with them. By building a strong relationship, we can help them feel safer, more secure, and more supported. Listen in today for some techniques that may help them to become more cooperative, resilient, and confident. Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or l...
Aug 03, 2023•11 min•Season 4Ep. 233
Today, I am feeling particularly grateful for the relationship I have with my children and wanted to share my experience with you in the hopes that it may offer some hope and inspiration. At one point in my journey as a connected parent, I felt so overwhelmed that I considered giving up and resorting to punishments. However, I am so glad that I persevered because it has made all the difference in the world. It hasn't always been an easy road, but the benefits of connected parenting have been wel...
Aug 01, 2023•15 min•Season 4Ep. 232
Araminta was struggling with her child's behavioral issues when she discovered Peace and Parenting, which proved to be a lifesaver for her. After signing up for personal coaching the most important lesson she gained was that her son understood the difference between right and wrong, but lacked the ability to regulate his emotions. With this knowledge, Araminta is now better prepared to deal with her son's tantrums and intense feelings without becoming upset herself. She has discovered a method f...
Jul 27, 2023•18 min•Season 4Ep. 231
As parents, it's natural for us to want our child's bad behavior to stop. But we must remember that kids will act in childish ways because that's just what they are – kids. We need to let go of the idea that we need to find a parenting technique that will miraculously stop bad behavior and instead, shift our mindset to cultivating a long-lasting relationship with our kids. Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review. Buy my book UNPUNISHED ! Follow ...
Jul 25, 2023•12 min•Season 4Ep. 230
Early on in my parenting journey, I snapped at my daughter and yelled so loudly that I scared her. I needed her to listen to me and respect me, but I was actually trying to fulfill an unmet need I had experienced when I was a child. I wanted to be a parent so badly, and I wanted to do it better than my parents. I was trying to be Super Mom, and when my daughter didn't recognize my efforts, I got pissed. If you find yourself easily getting angry and snapping at your children, today's episode coul...
Jul 20, 2023•12 min•Season 4Ep. 229
It's completely normal for young children to exhibit a preference for one parent over the other. This doesn't necessarily reflect on your parenting skills. It's simply a common phase that many kids go through. If your child is going through this phase, it's important not to take it personally. However, it's crucial to bear a few things in mind during this phase. Join my new Connected Parent Mastermind designed for parents who want to strengthen their connection with their children, experience mo...
Jul 18, 2023•12 min•Season 4Ep. 228
In this episode, I share a personal experience that made me rethink my parenting approach and discover the power of connected parenting. I truly believe that it's never too late to mend relationships with your children, regardless of their age. It's also never too late for parents to make positive changes, and I want you to know that you're not alone in your journey. I used to struggle with being a threatening, yelling, and controlling parent, but I was able to make changes and I have faith that...
Jul 13, 2023•11 min•Season 4Ep. 227
Martha faced challenges in deciding how to parent her children, struggling to choose between using punishment and rewards or being permissive. However, after discovering this podcast and going through my coaching she discovered the benefits of connective parenting, which allowed her to empathize with her kids and drastically improve their relationship. And now, Martha is leading one of my Connected Parent Mastermind groups. Join my new Connected Parent Mastermind designed for parents who want to...
Jul 11, 2023•20 min•Season 4Ep. 226
The impact of standardized testing on the learning experience is quite significant. Teachers are under an immense amount of pressure to produce results since funding is often linked to test scores. This puts them in a difficult spot, as they strive to educate their students while also trying to achieve good grades on tests. Unfortunately, this emphasis on test scores and the curriculum has led to a disconnect between educators and their students. Our education system is mainly focused on perform...
Jul 06, 2023•19 min•Season 4Ep. 225
It's important to be mindful of how we handle disagreements in front of our kids. Engaging in arguments that involve belittlement, shaming, yelling, or even throwing things can cause anxiety and even aggression in our children. Moreover, they may mimic these behaviors in future arguments because that’s what they were modeled. On the other hand, by demonstrating how to remain calm and composed during an argument, we can teach our kids valuable life skills. Fighting in a healthy way can teach them...
Jul 04, 2023•11 min•Season 4Ep. 224
In our society, there is a common belief that children who exhibit strong emotions, reactions, and aggressive behaviors are the ones who need to be punished and corrected. However, it's important to recognize that the child who is hitting, kicking, or biting is likely the one who is in pain and struggling, and until we can help them feel better and more connected, everyone around them is at risk of getting hurt. Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a ...
Jun 29, 2023•13 min•Season 4Ep. 223
Are you worried about your child's choice of friends or that new boy they’re spending so much time with? Today I want to provide you with some guidance on how to handle these situations. It's important to give your child space and support so they can come to their own realizations on how to handle this kind of worrying relationship. Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review. Buy my book UNPUNISHED ! Follow Peace and Parenting : Instagram: @peacean...
Jun 27, 2023•12 min•Season 4Ep. 222
