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Did you know that anger can improve your parenting? What?! Did I really just say that? Yes, I did – hang with me. What do you think of when you hear the word anger or angry? Do you feel like you have a good relationship and can control your anger, or do you want to run and hide and never experience...Read More

Do you worry constantly about things that your children are doing or not doing? Do you identify as a run-of-the-mill worrier, an expert one, or the ultimate catastrophizer? I used to identify as the ultimate catastrophizer. I would worry constantly about what my son was doing or not doing, and the result was me trying...Read More

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

So often in children and adults, feelings like disappointment, frustration, and hurt are masked by reactive anger. Anger is a cover emotion for deeper feelings, and all feelings need an appropriate outlet. So when our children show reactive anger, we should be using empathy to help them get through it, not punishment. Reactive anger is...Read More

The transition to the teenage stage can be the most painful and problematic for so many parents. One day your child might be a tween who is pleasant, compliant and affectionate, and secure in the boundaries you set as a parent. Then – BAM – they’re on a rampage because you’re telling them what to...Read More

Sports is a great place for your kids to learn the important life skills they need to navigate the world. And in order to support and maximize opportunities for your children, you need to be a great sports parent. If your kid is just starting out and you don’t know the world of sports but...Read More