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Teaching Self-Government Podcast

Nicholeen Peck and Paije Baumertteachingselfgovernment.com
Fun, light-hearted discussion and advice from internationally acclaimed parenting and relationship experts! Nicholeen Peck, founder and CEO of Teaching Self-Government, and her daughter, Paije Baumert (a certified parenting mentor), discuss different aspects of parenting and relationships and life in general. Each episode is filled with examples from Nicholeen and Paije's lives that illustrate situations where their expert advice has originated and come in handy.
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Episodes

Podcast 111 - Parenting Adult Children...Or Not...

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss guidelines and tips for “parenting” adult children. Do you have adult children and you’re just not sure what your relationship should look like now? Listen in for an inside scoop into how adult children view their relationship with their parents, vice versa, and how to navigate the waters of new adult relationships!

Sep 06, 202241 minSeason 3Ep. 20

Podcast 110 - Movie Recommendations For the Family

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss their favorite movies, what they like about them, and why they recommend them. Are you struggling to find movies that are worth watching? Listen in for a great list of “Peck Family Approved” viewing media! To get a pdf download of this list, click HERE .

Sep 02, 20221 hr 9 minSeason 3Ep. 19

Podcast 109 - Game Recommendations for the Family

This episode dives into the Peck family's extensive list of beloved games, perfect for family time with children of varying ages. Nicholeen and Paige share specific recommendations, including interactive classics like Twister, strategy games like Mancala, and newer, fast-paced options like Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza. They also discuss creative invented games for learning and active outdoor activities, ensuring there's a game for every family's preference and developmental stage.

Sep 02, 202226 minSeason 3Ep. 18

Podcast 108 - Book Recommendations For the Family

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss specific book recommendations by age and why they recommend them. Have you wondered which books would be good to supplement what you’re trying to teach your family through Teaching Self-Government? Here you go! Listen in for our list (which is not exhaustive!) and why we love the books we recommend! To get a pdf download of this list, click HERE ....

Sep 02, 202236 minSeason 3Ep. 17

Podcast 107 - Books, Movies, and Games: Why Be Picky?

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the difference between mediocre media and good, uplifting media, and why it’s important to know the difference and impact each have. Are you struggling to find wholesome entertainment for your family? Do you wonder if there’s even a point to being picky with your media? Look no further (right now, anyway)! We’ve got the “why” behind all the things you’ll need for your family to have fun time together!

Jun 21, 202251 minSeason 3Ep. 16

Podcast 106 - Tolerances

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss tolerances in a new light. Is it possible to be understanding and calm while still keeping tolerances low? The answer is yes! Listen in for some guidance and some great tips!

Jun 21, 202222 minSeason 3Ep. 15

Podcast 105 - Tone: Just As Important As Skills

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the importance of partnering tone with parenting and relationship skills. Do you find that you’re executing the skills perfectly, but it’s still not quite right? Are behaviors and feelings still negative, despite your efforts to master the skills? Listen in to hear how tone and skills are and should be compatible.

Apr 22, 202227 minSeason 3Ep. 14

Podcast 104 - Cultivating Sisterly Bonds

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije are joined by Nicholeen’s youngest daughter, Londyn Peck, to talk about how to cultivate a healthy, happy, sisterly (or sibling in general) bond. Are there differing personalities between your children? What about you and your own siblings? Listen in to hear Paije and Londyn discuss their relationship growing up and how it has changed and matured, despite very different personalities.

Apr 22, 202255 minSeason 3Ep. 13

Podcast 103 - Dropping The Subject: Is It Possible?

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss how to teach someone to drop the subject and what it might look like in different life situations. Do your children tend to hold a grudge when they don’t get their way? Do they have a hard time letting something go? Do you find yourself becoming emotionally invested in something that doesn’t really matter? Listen in for some insight on dropping the subject and why it’s so important!

Mar 23, 202217 minSeason 3Ep. 12

Podcast 102 - TSG Parenting as a Single Parent

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the ups and downs of parenting as a single parent. Do you struggle catching a break? Do you feel like a single parent, even though you have a spouse? Do you often feel alone in your parenting efforts? Listen in for some great tips to help you succeed in your parenting journey, no matter if you're by yourself or just feel like you are.

Mar 17, 202230 minSeason 3Ep. 11

Podcast 101 - Teaching Self-Government 101

This episode offers a comprehensive guide to Teaching Self-Government, starting with the critical importance of a family vision and strong relationships as its foundation. Nicholeen and Paije then delve into key "tone elements" like acceptance and calmness, alongside practical "structure elements" including four basic skills for children and five teaching styles for parents. The discussion also covers family economy, various meetings for unity, and the role of family standards, providing listeners with a roadmap to transform their family dynamics.

Mar 09, 202258 minSeason 3Ep. 10

Podcast 100 – Increasing Higher Learning Functionality

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss how important it is to establish an authoritative (Traditional Strict) parenting style as soon as you possibly can for reasons you might not think of or realize. Are your children struggling with grades in school? Do you feel like you keep telling them something, but they’re just not getting it? Listen in for a deeper look into the psychology behind parenting styles and the effects they have on all areas of children’s lives.

Mar 02, 202231 minSeason 3Ep. 9

Podcast 99 – Talking To or About Your Children In Public

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss how to address children’s negative behaviors in public. Do you ever find that your child does something they shouldn’t have, but you don’t want to embarrass them in front of their friends? Is that something you even consider when it comes to correction? Listen in for some great tips for correcting negative behaviors in public!

Mar 02, 202228 minSeason 3Ep. 8

Podcast 98 - Helping Others Who Struggle with Mental Health

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the different aspects of mental health and how to help others that struggle with poor mental health. Does someone you love struggle getting out of a mental rut? Are you wondering what the root problem is for poor mental health? Listen in to learn more about what all goes into diagnosing and repairing mental health issues. Book recommendation: The How of Happiness To access Nicholeen’s class titled “The Value & Mastery of Emotions,” click HERE ....

Feb 18, 202256 minSeason 3Ep. 7

Podcast 97 - What To Do When They Won't Go To Bed

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije (and Clara!) discuss what to do to make bedtime a smooth success. Do your littles put up a fight about going to bed? Do your older children simply disregard bedtime altogether to do their own thing? Listen in for skills and insights to transform your messy bedtime!

Feb 08, 202229 minSeason 3Ep. 7

Podcast 96 - Conquering Media Addictions

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss what happens when there is media addiction in the home. Are your children lazy and unenthusiastic about life? Do they fight with each other all the time? Do they constantly ask to have screen time? Listen in for some great insight about setting some boundaries and helping your family get out of your media addictions!

Feb 08, 202236 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Podcast 95 - 4 Tips for Handling Rude Teenagers

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss some of the reasons behind rude behaviors that teens tend to exhibit and share four tips for dealing with those behaviors. Do you know teens who or openly rebellious and selfish? Are these teenagers your own children? Are you at a loss to what could help them change? Listen in for these great tips to help the teenagers in your life become more respectful and prepared for later life!

Jan 24, 202231 minSeason 3Ep. 4

Podcast 94 - Navigating Same-Household Permissive And Authoritarian Parenting

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss what to do when there are two different types of parenting present in the same home. Does one parent allow children to walk all over them and is known as the push-over? Is the other parent the one that lays down the hammer and strikes fear into the hearts of everyone present? Listen in for some great advice on how to resolve the issue of 2-type parenting and how both kinds of parents can unite in one way!

Jan 19, 202236 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Podcast 93 - The Magic Fix For Family Life!

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the one magical ingredient that can have the biggest influence for good on your family! Do your children struggle in social situations? Do you have a hard time truly connecting with your family in general? Going to family therapy and wish you didn’t have to? Listen in for the one and only “magic pill” or “quick fix” that Nicholeen shares and recommends!

Jan 11, 202259 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Podcast 92 – 3 Ways To Teach Children To Take Responsibility For Themselves

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss three ways to help children understand what it means to be responsible and how to do it. Do your children just not care about taking care of or picking up after themselves? Are you annoyed because they seem to not learn anything you teach them to do? Listen in for these important ways and to be inspired!

Jan 11, 202248 minSeason 3Ep. 1

Podcast 91 - Teaching Children How To Handle Disappointment

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss how to deal with disappointing situations. Did your child lose a game and get angry because of it? Did you spend hours on a meal that didn’t turn out right and no one liked? Listen in for some great insight and tips on how to help your family!

Dec 31, 202143 minSeason 2Ep. 46

Podcast 90 – Social Anxiety and How To Help

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss what social anxiety is and how it’s affecting the family. Do you have social anxiety but don’t really know why or how you got it? Do you wish you could help your children overcome their social anxiety? Listen in for some great insight and awesome tips!

Dec 22, 20211 hr 20 minSeason 2Ep. 45

Podcast 89 - Raising Social Children In an Anti-Social World

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss social skills: how and where are they learned? What social skills should be avoided? What if you’re anti-social as the parent, but still want to teach your children good social skills? Listen in for great tips and inspiration!

Dec 22, 202150 minSeason 2Ep. 44

Podcast 88 - Weight Loss The Self-Government Way

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss Nicholeen’s weight loss journey. Do you want to shed a few pounds, especially during the holidays? Is there more going on besides struggling to make good health choices? Listen in for Nicholeen’s ever unique perspective and for tips to help you reach your health goals!

Dec 03, 202150 minSeason 2Ep. 43

Podcast 87 - The Secret To Perfecting Your Parenting

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the secret to perfect parenting! Do you ever find yourself in a situation where you reacted in a way that you wish you hadn’t, but feel it’s too late to do anything about it? Or do you feel like it’s too much effort to go back and fix an interaction? Listen in for some great insight and teaching on this amazing gold nugget of parenting!

Dec 03, 202139 minSeason 2Ep. 42

Podcast 86 - "You Don't Understand..."

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the importance of seeking to understand others. Have you ever felt misunderstood and struggled to get your point across? Have you caught yourself spacing out when others were trying to make themselves understood by you? Listen in for some great tips on how to understand others better and help them understand you.

Dec 03, 202137 minSeason 2Ep. 41

Podcast 85 - Do's And Don'ts of Dating

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss what should and shouldn’t happen in the dating world. Is “hanging out” bad? How should parents be involved in their children’s dating life? Listen in for some insight and ideas to be more connected with your children who are getting ready to date!

Nov 03, 202153 minSeason 2Ep. 40

Podcast 84 - Are Suggestions Hurting Our Children?

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the prevalent harm that mere suggestions can have on us as a society, but, more importantly, the minds of our children. Have you noticed that a lot of people tend to believe whatever they hear without challenging it against true principles? Have you overanalyzed something because of something someone said to you? Listen in for additional knowledge and insight into subliminal suggestions that are inundating our society!

Nov 03, 202140 minSeason 2Ep. 39

Podcast 83 - Fall Traditions That We Love!

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss a lot of the fun Fall traditions that have been a special part of their life. Why are traditions so important? Do they actually play a role in healthy family relationships? Listen in for some great family traditions you can incorporate into your own family and for the reason why traditions are important.

Oct 22, 202147 minSeason 2Ep. 38

Podcast 82 - A Bit About Bonding

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss what goes into bonding with other people. Does it just happen all on its own? Or does it take work? What are the benefits of bonding with other people? Listen in for 5 tips on how to improve your bond with others.

Oct 13, 202149 minSeason 2Ep. 37
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