Peace and Parenting: How to Parent without Punishments

Having a teen is as hard as having a newborn! All the firsts and all the angst, let’s face it, the stakes are really high, and we parents worry tremendously about our children, and the teen years can really exacerbate our worry and stress. What I know works is connection, but many times, parents pull away from their teens because the teens are trying to find their own way too. When I lean into being with and understanding my teens, they respond with more kindness and the ability to self-regulate more readily. Listen in as I give you ten ways to do this.   This episode originally aired February 2022 ======== 🔗 Interested in group or 1:1 Coaching? Book a Discovery Call [https://peaceandparentingla.com/discovery-call-with-peace-and-parenting] today. 💌 Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review. 📖 Check out my book UNPUNISHED [https://www.unpunishedbook.com/start]! Follow Peace and Parenting: YouTube: @peaceandparentingla [https://www.youtube.com/@peaceandparentingla] Instagram: @peaceandparenting [https://www.instagram.com/peaceandparenting/] Facebook: @peaceandparentingla [https://www.facebook.com/peaceandparentingla/] Peace and Parenting Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/peaceandparenting] Check out my 30-Day Challenge happening January 15th: https://peaceandparentingla.com/30day-challenge-new Did you miss the Organic Cooperation Event? Check out the replays here: https://peaceandparentingla.com/cooperation-event-replay-signup Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

Is Your Toddler Testing Your Limits? Here’s How to Turn No into Cooperation. Have you ever resorted to reverse psychology just to get your strong-willed toddler to brush their teeth? What if there were a kinder, more effective way to gain their cooperation? In today’s episode, I share some practical strategies to foster a harmonious and cooperative relationship with your little one. Today, I connect with Lauren, a mom from Indiana who is facing the very relatable challenge of dealing with a strong-willed three-year-old. We explore why some classic parenting tactics like bribes, threats, and punishments might feel like short-term wins but can backfire in the long run.  In this Episode: * Navigating a strong-willed toddler's defiance * The dangers of bribes, threats, and punishments * The importance of deep, connected relationships * Utilizing empathy, special time, and play * Practical play ideas for tough moments ======== 🔗 Interested in group or 1:1 Coaching? Book a Discovery Call [https://peaceandparentingla.com/discovery-call-with-peace-and-parenting] today. 💌 Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review. 📖 Check out my book UNPUNISHED [https://www.unpunishedbook.com/start]! Follow Peace and Parenting: YouTube: @peaceandparentingla [https://www.youtube.com/@peaceandparentingla] Instagram: @peaceandparenting [https://www.instagram.com/peaceandparenting/] Facebook: @peaceandparentingla [https://www.facebook.com/peaceandparentingla/] Peace and Parenting Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/peaceandparenting] Check out my 30-Day Challenge happening January 15th: https://peaceandparentingla.com/30day-challenge-new Did you miss the Organic Cooperation Event? Check out the replays here: https://peaceandparentingla.com/cooperation-event-replay-signup Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

Is your approach to restricting electronics actually fostering sneaky behavior in your child? What if instead of wrestling over electronics, we focused on fostering genuine moments of togetherness? In today’s episode, we venture into the intricate relationship our kids have with their devices and discover practical, connective ways to navigate this modern challenge. I’ll dive into the ever-present issue of electronics in our children's lives, and contrary to popular advice, I argue against outright bans and restrictions. Instead, I emphasize connection as the core solution.  How can we foster a healthier relationship with electronics without making them the forbidden fruit? How can we create meaningful interactions that make gadgets less appealing? Join me as I explore this nuanced approach and provide you with actionable strategies to integrate connection over control in your daily lives.  In this Episode: * Importance of modeling good electronic habits * Offering opportunities for connection * Discussing over-usage pitfalls openly * Maintaining safety online * Avoiding electronics as punishment or reward ======== 🔗 Interested in group or 1:1 Coaching? Book a Discovery Call [https://peaceandparentingla.com/discovery-call-with-peace-and-parenting] today. 💌 Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review. 📖 Check out my book UNPUNISHED [https://www.unpunishedbook.com/start]! Follow Peace and Parenting: YouTube: @peaceandparentingla [https://www.youtube.com/@peaceandparentingla] Instagram: @peaceandparenting [https://www.instagram.com/peaceandparenting/] Facebook: @peaceandparentingla [https://www.facebook.com/peaceandparentingla/] Peace and Parenting Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/peaceandparenting] Check out my 30-Day Challenge happening January 15th: https://peaceandparentingla.com/30day-challenge-new Did you miss the Organic Cooperation Event? Check out the replays here: https://peaceandparentingla.com/cooperation-event-replay-signup Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

Are you caught in the cycle of correction and control in your parenting journey? Today, I am joined by Nadia, a parent who bravely shares her journey from a place of control to discovering the impact of connective parenting. Nadia candidly shares her experiences of shedding the instinct to correct and control and embracing empathy and connection instead. Through her journey, she unveils her challenges in stepping away from conventional parenting methods and the profound shifts she witnessed in her family dynamics. Tune in to discover the profound impact of prioritizing connection over control in creating a more peaceful and harmonious family dynamic. In this Episode: * The Awakening: From Correction to Connection * Embracing Change: Letting Go of Control & Shame * The Impact of Connection: Transforming Family Dynamics * A New Way of Parenting: Grace and Empathy * The Journey Ahead: The Road to Peaceful Parenting ======== 🔗 Interested in group or 1:1 Coaching? Book a Discovery Call [https://peaceandparentingla.com/discovery-call-with-peace-and-parenting] today. 💌 Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review. 📖 Check out my book UNPUNISHED [https://www.unpunishedbook.com/start]! Follow Peace and Parenting: YouTube: @peaceandparentingla [https://www.youtube.com/@peaceandparentingla] Instagram: @peaceandparenting [https://www.instagram.com/peaceandparenting/] Facebook: @peaceandparentingla [https://www.facebook.com/peaceandparentingla/] Peace and Parenting Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/peaceandparenting] Check out my 30-Day Challenge happening January 15th: https://peaceandparentingla.com/30day-challenge-new Did you miss the Organic Cooperation Event? Check out the replays here: https://peaceandparentingla.com/cooperation-event-replay-signup Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]

Can we truly control our children, or are we simply deluding ourselves? Imagine a world where we don't force our kids to do things, but instead, they genuinely want to cooperate because of the loving relationship we share. Today, I explore why letting go of control can lead to a more harmonious and joyful parenting journey. Many believe that trying to control our kids through threats, bribes, or even physical punishment will produce the desired behavior. However, in the long run, these tactics are unsustainable and damaging. In this episode, I’ll share insights on how coercive methods can fracture the parent-child relationship, hindering long-term influence and true cooperation. In This Episode: * The pitfalls of parenting through control * Shifting focus from behavior control to connection * How coercion severs parent-child relationships in the long run * The power of influence over manipulation * Redefining discipline as a form of teaching ======== 🔗 Interested in group or 1:1 Coaching? Book a Discovery Call [https://peaceandparentingla.com/discovery-call-with-peace-and-parenting] today. 💌 Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review. 📖 Check out my book UNPUNISHED [https://www.unpunishedbook.com/start]! Follow Peace and Parenting: YouTube: @peaceandparentingla [https://www.youtube.com/@peaceandparentingla] Instagram: @peaceandparenting [https://www.instagram.com/peaceandparenting/] Facebook: @peaceandparentingla [https://www.facebook.com/peaceandparentingla/] Peace and Parenting Facebook Group [https://www.facebook.com/groups/peaceandparenting] Check out my 30-Day Challenge happening January 15th: https://peaceandparentingla.com/30day-challenge-new Did you miss the Organic Cooperation Event? Check out the replays here: https://peaceandparentingla.com/cooperation-event-replay-signup Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands [https://redcircle.com/brands] Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy [https://redcircle.com/privacy]