Parenting can be exhausting, right? There is always so much to do and get done, and it feels like there is a never-ending to-do list we have to contend with. With constant permission slips to sign, laundry to do, lunches to make – let alone working and trying to stay in touch with people –...Read More

How often do you use connection as a reward to get what you want from your kids? Connection is not a reward we give our children when they do something our way, when they behave, are compliant, or do what we asked the first time. It is something that we should give through the good,...Read More

Around the age of 12, many kids start to show a great need for autonomy. Your sweet little one that has always functioned somewhat comfortably in your protective shadow might suddenly want to make all the decisions and choices on their own, and be in control of everything they think, feel and do. It can...Read More

So many parents have a limiting belief that in order for their children to learn and practice the family values and to grow up as responsible, kind, hardworking contributors to society, they both have to approach every lesson and situation with the same beliefs, goals, and tactics. They believe that they have to agree on...Read More

Many of the episodes so far have focused on your kids; how to help them, how to support them and how to work with them. But today’s episode is for you, and about you. This week, we’re talking about one of the most important tools you can have in your peaceful parenting toolbox: holding space....Read More