In this week’s episode of Real World Peaceful Parenting, Lisa Smith shares a powerful shift that can transform the way your kids behave—and how they feel about themselves. Learn why the common “don’t do that” phrases aren’t working, what your child’s brain actually hears, and how a few simple language flips can build connection, cooperation,...Read More

In this episode of Real World Peaceful Parenting, Lisa Smith opens up about her own parenting journey—from overwhelmed and reactive to calm and connected. She walks through 10 honest and relatable signs that you may be ready for parent coaching support. With stories, insights, and grounded encouragement, this episode is an invitation to break free...Read More

Have you ever told your child to “calm down” only to watch their meltdown intensify? In this episode, Lisa shares why the phrase “calm down” often backfires—and what your kids really need instead. Learn how to replace shutdown phrases with words that build connection, safety, and emotional intelligence. Plus, discover simple scripts you can use...Read More

In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode, Lisa is joined by Hive member and devoted mama Stephanie, who shares the powerful parenting insight that inspired this conversation: just because your child storms with you doesn’t only mean they feel safe—it could be a signal that something deeper is going on. Together, they explore how to shift...Read More

If you’ve tried grounding, timeouts, or taking things away—and your strong-willed child just seems to push back even harder—you’re not alone. In this game-changing episode, Lisa unpacks the real reasons traditional discipline doesn’t work with strong-willed kids and what you can do instead. You’ll walk away with compassion, clarity, and the tools to connect deeply—even...Read More

In today’s episode of Real World Peaceful Parenting, Lisa Smith sits down with Jennifer, a long-time Hive member, to share her powerful transformation from chaotic parenting to building deep, lasting connections with her two boys. Jennifer opens up about the struggles of co-parenting, fear-driven decision-making, and the journey to embracing peaceful parenting. Her story serves...Read More

On today’s episode of Real World Peaceful Parenting, Lisa welcomes college prep expert Dr. Pamela Ellis for a must-hear conversation for parents of tweens, teens, and college-bound students. With over 30 years of experience and $27 million in scholarships secured for families, Dr. Pamela shares her proven five-part framework to help you and your child...Read More

On today’s episode of Real World Peaceful Parenting, Lisa Smith is back with part two of the Boundaries Workshop series. This time, we’re diving into what happens after you set and enforce a limit — the inevitable pushback from your child. Whether you’re raising a tiny negotiator, a master arguer, or a strong-willed soul who...Read More