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There are five ingredients you'll need to create the life you want.  Situations Thoughts  Feelings  Actions  Results Your job is to understand how each of these works. Then, put them together intentionally. Don’t complicate it. What thoughts are you thinking? What emotions are you feeling? What actions are you taking or not taking? That is why you have the results you have. Pay attention. Tak...

Prepare for a soul-stirring episode of Connect Method Parenting. 🤯 Today, we delve into a topic that resonates at the core of many belief systems: the concept of anger and judgment as portrayed in the scriptures, and how it aligns with the principles of Connect Method Parenting. 📖✨ Joining us is the insightful Natalie Hunsaker, a mom of four, a talented artist, and a beacon of wisdom on parenti...

We're back with the next chapter in our 15-part CMP Book Club series, and today it's all about Chapter Six: "STEAR Your Own Boat." 📖  Get ready for a laugh with my "Baby Powder Blizzard" story – it's a whirlwind of chaos turned into a moment of clarity. 🌨️ I'll show you how to pause, take a breath, and choose responses that reflect the parent you strive to...

Are you caught in the digital web of constant scrolling and screen time? 📱 In today's episode of Connect Method Parenting, we're diving deep into the heart of our relationship with technology and its impact on family dynamics. We're joined by Joey, a passionate advocate for helping families reclaim their time from the digital grasp and foster meaningful connections. 🤝💞 Joey share...

Connect Method Parenting is the art of subtraction and addition in your parenting journey. 🌱 By subtracting control, correction, comparison, and the need to fix, we make room for what truly matters: unconditional love, acceptance, trust, and the freedom to experience all emotions. 🤗❤️ This is not about spoiling our children, but about filling them with the love and acceptance they need to thrive...

It's no secret that CMP believes:  Everyone is 100% loveable. ❤️ Accepting 🙌 without condoning is totally a thing.  Love is not just an emotion but a 🛠️ skill that benefits both the giver and the receiver.  Difficult conversations 📣 are inevitable and a rewarding process.  Loving without conditions is the 💡 way to go.  In today's 🎙️ episode, we're chatting about them all.  So, wh...

Ever caught yourself expecting perfection from your kids, only to realize you're holding them to a standard you can't even meet? In this episode of the CMP Book Club, we delve into the heart of empathetic parenting with a powerful reminder: our children mirror our behaviors, and kindness starts with us. Learn more here -->  https://connectmethodparenting.com Next Steps: Leave a r...

Do you feel overwhelmed by the emotional highs and lows of parenting? That used to be my story. That's why when Tori started sharing the emotional breakthroughs she was having because of CMP I knew I had to have her on the podcast!  Learning how to process, feel, and regulate our emotions is critical if we want to show up as the connected parent we want to be. So whether you're kids are...

Hey there, welcome back to the CMP Book Club! Today, we're diving into Chapter 3: "Nothing Has Gone Wrong Here." I'm excited to tackle a common myth about parenting - the idea that good parenting is all about having perfectly behaved kids. Let's unpack why your child's meltdowns are actually important milestones, not a measure of your parenting skills. I'll be sh...

Drop the green juice, call a friend, and tune in for a game-changing episode! Michelle, fresh from the 8-Week Parenting Pivot, spills the tea on her parenting transformation. Swapping discipline for connection, she witnessed incredible shifts in her family dynamics. Michelle's story isn't just inspiring—it's a total game-changer in the parenting playbook! Learn more here -->&nbsp...

The "baby powder blizzard of 2007," was a pivotal moment that changed the trajectory of my parenting.  I decided to abandon traditional disciplinary methods and began challenging the notion that discipline is the essence of parenting. Drawing from developmental psychology and attachment theory, I eventually discovered the five steps to transition from a corrective to a connective parenti...

In today's episode, we're peeling back the curtain on one family's transformative journey with Connect Method Parenting (CMP). Emily, a dedicated mom of four adopted children, opens up about her path to connection, revealing the real, raw, and unfiltered experiences that have reshaped her parenting approach. As a teacher turned full-time mom, Emily faced the whirlwind of an instant...

Ever felt like you were thrown into the deep end of parenting without so much as a “how-to” YouTube video? Today on the Pod, we're tossing out the old parenting playbook of timeouts and gold stars and diving into something truly revolutionary – Connect Method Parenting. Parenting can feel like getting ready to set sail  only to realize your GPS is set to "chaos." Your crew of childr...

🔥 “CMP is the only thing that has actually worked, and I’ve tried everything. I had read over 40 parenting books when I found Connect Method Parenting.” -Mary Today, we’re sliding into your earbuds with a story that will make you rethink everything you thought was set in stone about wrangling your kiddos. Enter Mary. Six kids deep, including two sets of tireless twins, and a living testament to t...

Let's dig into the liberating truth that we can craft the future with our children, free from the chains of bygone days. This episode is not just about listening—it's about action. Andee unveils the three core strategies of Connect Method Parenting that guarantee results when applied consistently. She delves into the importance of safety, unconditional love, and acceptance, and how these...

Today, we're diving deep into a tricky topic: off-track behavior. But don't worry, we're not talking about rules and punishments. Nope, we’re talking about how to handle these off-track moments with style and understanding! Andee shows us how to turn those "What on earth?!" moments into chances for connection, growth, and better listening. Get ready to discover the Off-Tra...

Do you ever feel like there aren't enough minutes in the day to connect with your kids? Or lament that you're not making the most of the time you DO have with your kids? What if your focus on how you're unable to create the relationships you want with your kids is the very thing getting in the way of creating the dreamy relationships you so desperately want? I've got a hunch it...

One of the great paradoxes of parenting is learning how to be both firm and compassionate. Andee calls it the middle way of parenting. Seems kind of impossible but once you’re there it feels like coming home. Parenting Sovereignty opens up the possibility of showing up emotionally neutral regardless of how off-track their behavior is. Tapping into insights from child development, attachment theory...

Today’s episode is part two of a LIVE coaching series. In Episode 25, you were able to listen to a CMP coaching call I had with my amazing client, Jessica. A few months after that coaching session, we jumped on a call to document her incredible wins and progress. Now you get to be a fly on the wall and witness the process of implementing CMP in action.  Implementing CMP is the answer if you want t...

Do you ever feel like no matter what you try the kids won't do their chores? Or lament that if you were a better mom then they'd happily keep their room clean? What if your fixation on getting the kids to do their chores is the wrong fixation to have?! I'm fairly certain it is! If you can relate, I invite you to pull up a seat and listen in on this amazing live coaching call I had w...

Hey friends! TGIW and time for a new episode! Leave the to-do list for later, because nothing packs a connective punch like dropping these three parenting mishaps that often fly under the radar. Once you see them you can't unsee them, and once you see them you're gonna want to stop doing them ASAP.  Homework: At the top of a blank sheet of paper write this statement and question: "I...

Feel like your old self is tripping you up? Trust me, you're not the only one tangled up in doubt, confusion, and regretful thoughts from the past. Recently, a client asked Andee how she could have more self-confidence and let go of thoughts like 'I'm not enough for my kids' and 'I can't figure this out.' Both left her feeling uncertain, deficient, and hesitant a...

One of the great ironies is that while we deeply desire transformation in our parenting (better relationships, more cooperation and patience) we think the way to do it is to be hard on ourselves. In this episode, we debunk the myth that a failure to change is a failure of motivation and willpower. Turns out you don't have a week will, you just have a strong case of being overly critical of yo...

Put down the green juice and call your friend. Nothing packs a wellness punch like improving your ability to regulate your nervous system. In today's episode of Connect Method Parenting we're digging into why regulating your nervous system will up level your parenting in surprising and connecting ways. You're getting a sneak peak of a class I taught inside my CMP group, League a whi...

January is a time when you may be considering the changes you want to make this year and what you're going to do to hit your parenting goals. You might be considering ways to improve your relationships with your kids, increase cooperation, and create more peace in your home. If so then this is the episode for you. Last week I taught Parent Camp & The 5-Step Process. What is this 5-Step Pr...