Peace and Parenting: How to Parent without Punishments

Connected Grandparenting with Michelle’s Dad Nov 11, 2021

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Join me in a very special episode where my dad Chuck (AKA Papa) describes what he’s changed about his parenting/grandparenting techniques, and how he has embraced the ideas of Peace and Parenting. We talk about how he feels it's working for him as a grandparent and the most challenging aspects of interacting with more peace.

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Parenting through Divorce with Children with Kate Anthony from The Divorce Survival Guide Nov 05, 2021

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In this episode, Michelle is joined by Kate Anthony, a certified divorce coach who helps women deal with the difficulties of divorce with children. In this candid conversation, the duo uncovers myths about relationship separation and lends advice for parenting through divorce. When we can keep our children at the "center" instead of the middle of divorce we help our kids process the messiness of separation, custody and visitation. It isn't easy to make a decision around ending your marriage especially with children, but we can emerge on the other side with love, connectedness and a family that still feels like a family. It might look different and be arranged in a new way but connection can remain regardless. Kate brings her experience with helping women navigate this trying time to help others find peace around this process and trying experience. To learn more from Kate Anthony, you can view her website and listen to her podcast, The Divorce Survival Guide Podcast or find her on Instagram at @thedivorcesurvivalguide

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My Desire to Be a Good Mom Led Me to Forsake My Children Oct 28, 2021

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Growing up, I was taught that to be a good kid-- you needed to behave and follow instructions, or else society would label you a bad kid. So naturally, when I began my journey in motherhood, I stepped into it with that same kind of mindset. I fell into the hole of believing that society’s opinion was my benchmark for being a good mother-- because I had well-behaved kids controlled by star charts and shame.

It wasn't until I made peace with my own childhood that I realized I needed to break the cycle with my own daughters and really build that connection to fix my relationship with them. Though these old habits lurk around the corners sometimes and rear their head, I am so much more conscious now of when I need to take a step back.

So if you’re a recovering yeller just like me, then I’d highly recommend you listen in on how I managed to unlearn controlling my kids, to working in harmony and cooperation with them!

Episode Highlights:

My misguided goals as a parent
Society’s praise for control
Why we need to prioritize how our kids see us, not society
Kids’ behavior is not a byproduct of control, it's a reflection of your relationship

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Teens and Punishments with DJ Inspire Oct 22, 2021

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“It takes a village to raise a child.” is an old saying I’m sure many of you have heard. We’re so worried about the judgment of other parents that when our kids misbehave, we spend more energy fighting them when that same energy should be spent on connecting with our kids and raising them.

So in this episode, I’m excited to be joined by DJ Johnson, a fellow parenting coach and my first guest dad on the podcast. With a specialty in working with teens, he’ll share with us his personal parenting philosophies and how he’s been working with parents to inspire and motivate them to build healthy and genuine connections with their kids.

A true village doesn’t try tearing down its members. We can work towards listening and supporting one another so we are the best versions of ourselves, and in turn, position our kids to be their own best selves too. So don’t miss out on this amazing episode!

Episode Highlights:

How DJ Johnson got into the parenting work and his experiences working with parents
How working with teens gave him a unique perspective on interacting with kids
As a parent, you need to learn to put your ego and pride aside
His six modules on how to parent without punishment
It’s okay to feel frustrated or mad, but consider how you model them

Did you know that special time is the lifeblood of connection? Join me live the week of October 25th in the Peace and Parenting Facebook Group for my first ever free special challenge where I teach you about the ins and outs of special time. I’ll also be answering questions you may have and provide extra support material.

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