Peace and Parenting: How to Parent without Punishments

Raising strong-willed kids can be hard. They can be stubborn and difficult to handle. They are often very sensitive and take criticism personally, which can make them fearful and angry. To help them, we need to connect with them. By building a strong relationship, we can help them feel safer, more secure, and more supported. Listen in today for some techniques that may help them to become more coo...

Today, I am feeling particularly grateful for the relationship I have with my children and wanted to share my experience with you in the hopes that it may offer some hope and inspiration. At one point in my journey as a connected parent, I felt so overwhelmed that I considered giving up and resorting to punishments. However, I am so glad that I persevered because it has made all the difference in...

Araminta was struggling with her child's behavioral issues when she discovered Peace and Parenting, which proved to be a lifesaver for her. After signing up for personal coaching the most important lesson she gained was that her son understood the difference between right and wrong, but lacked the ability to regulate his emotions. With this knowledge, Araminta is now better prepared to deal wi...

As parents, it's natural for us to want our child's bad behavior to stop. But we must remember that kids will act in childish ways because that's just what they are – kids. We need to let go of the idea that we need to find a parenting technique that will miraculously stop bad behavior and instead, shift our mindset to cultivating a long-lasting relationship with our kids. Enjoy today’...

Early on in my parenting journey, I snapped at my daughter and yelled so loudly that I scared her. I needed her to listen to me and respect me, but I was actually trying to fulfill an unmet need I had experienced when I was a child. I wanted to be a parent so badly, and I wanted to do it better than my parents. I was trying to be Super Mom, and when my daughter didn't recognize my efforts, I g...

It's completely normal for young children to exhibit a preference for one parent over the other. This doesn't necessarily reflect on your parenting skills. It's simply a common phase that many kids go through. If your child is going through this phase, it's important not to take it personally. However, it's crucial to bear a few things in mind during this phase. Join my new Con...

In this episode, I share a personal experience that made me rethink my parenting approach and discover the power of connected parenting. I truly believe that it's never too late to mend relationships with your children, regardless of their age. It's also never too late for parents to make positive changes, and I want you to know that you're not alone in your journey. I used to struggle...

Martha faced challenges in deciding how to parent her children, struggling to choose between using punishment and rewards or being permissive. However, after discovering this podcast and going through my coaching she discovered the benefits of connective parenting, which allowed her to empathize with her kids and drastically improve their relationship. And now, Martha is leading one of my Connecte...

The impact of standardized testing on the learning experience is quite significant. Teachers are under an immense amount of pressure to produce results since funding is often linked to test scores. This puts them in a difficult spot, as they strive to educate their students while also trying to achieve good grades on tests. Unfortunately, this emphasis on test scores and the curriculum has led to...

It's important to be mindful of how we handle disagreements in front of our kids. Engaging in arguments that involve belittlement, shaming, yelling, or even throwing things can cause anxiety and even aggression in our children. Moreover, they may mimic these behaviors in future arguments because that’s what they were modeled. On the other hand, by demonstrating how to remain calm and composed...

In our society, there is a common belief that children who exhibit strong emotions, reactions, and aggressive behaviors are the ones who need to be punished and corrected. However, it's important to recognize that the child who is hitting, kicking, or biting is likely the one who is in pain and struggling, and until we can help them feel better and more connected, everyone around them is at ri...

Are you worried about your child's choice of friends or that new boy they’re spending so much time with? Today I want to provide you with some guidance on how to handle these situations. It's important to give your child space and support so they can come to their own realizations on how to handle this kind of worrying relationship. Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow pare...

Today I tackle a big question from one of my Instagram followers about the bent that society has to label or diagnose young kids with bad behavior, they tend to want to put these kids in a box but the problem here is that this box has been created using artificial parameters around rewards, punishments and threats. Today I share my thoughts on what needs to change because we want our children to b...

As parents, we all know how tough it can be to deal with tantrums when we're trying to leave the house. It's important to connect with our children in the morning and set a positive tone for the day. In this episode, I will offer you some helpful suggestions for avoiding these challenges and handling difficult situations with understanding and compassion. Enjoy today’s episode? Please shar...

When we ask our kids to do something, like a household chore or lend a hand, it's important to approach it in a way that fosters cooperation rather than just demanding compliance. Nobody likes being forced to do something for someone else. Tune in today for some helpful tips on how to encourage cooperation from your kids. Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a r...

In today's episode, I'll be answering a question from an Instagram follower who is seeking advice on how to help their 11-year-old child sleep without their presence. This is a common issue, so today I’ll share some helpful tips to assist in getting children of any age to sleep on their own. However, be prepared you may need to experience some big icky feelings. Enjoy today’s episode? Plea...

I often discuss the importance of allowing children to experience and express their emotions, however, what should we do when our children have these emotional outbursts in public places, like a tantrum at the mall, in line at the supermarket, or even worse, in the middle of a flight? Today, I would like to share how I handle these situations, and spoiler alert… much of it involves releasing any c...

It can be challenging to decide on the best way to approach your child's grades because each child and situation is unique. However, I would like to share some ideas today on how to manage this situation in a way that prioritizes your relationship with your child and lessens the societal expectations that often come with “good grades”. Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow paren...

As a fellow parent, I've gathered some quick and useful parenting tips over the years that can help you take a break or handle challenging situations more easily. These hacks are aimed at making your life as a parent a bit smoother. I hope you find them beneficial! Interested in Transcendental Mediation? Check out the link here: https://www.tm.org/ Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a...

Many people have contacted me requesting more episodes on teenagers, so I have invited teen whisperer Kirsten Cobabe to join me today. We will be discussing the significant change that occurs when our children transition from wanting to do things with us to desiring independence. Our conversation will include curfews and how, despite appearing more like adults, teenagers still get dysregulated and...

Let's face it, chores can be a real drag for everyone, even you! So don’t expect your kids to jump at the chance to do them whenever you ask. What we’re hoping for really, is just less protesting. In this episode, I’ll give you some tips about dealing with chores and share with you my story of how I used connection consistently, and sure enough over time got the results I was after. Enjoy toda...

Episode Description: Have you received a call from the principal asking you to come into the school because your child has been involved in some sort of incident? If so it may have brought up feelings of concern and shame because we think it's a reflection on us. Today I want to give you some helpful tips on how to handle this situation with calmness and connection both with your child and wit...

If you're worried that connected parenting will never work, or that you might be stuck in these intense emotions forever, don't lose hope. Today, I would like to share with you a few small things to take notice of that can provide you with encouragement that your efforts are paying off. Just keep at it, and things will improve! Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or...

Today I want to read to you another excerpt from my new book Unpunished, it’s from the chapter entitled Redefining Parenting Through Connection and I share with you what happened when I shifted away from a desire to control to a desire for relationship with my kids. Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review. Buy my book UNPUNISHED ! Follow Peace and...

Today I want to give those who have started on this journey of connected parenting some much-needed encouragement. We can often get stuck in the muck what with all the refusals, fighting, poor choices, and big feelings. But bad moments don’t mean you are not progressing, and every day you need to look for those beautiful moments too. Listen in as I give you some indicators that you’re on the right...