The Peaceful Parenting Podcast

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Music and Parenting with Sara Sherman and Mort Sherman: Episode 190 Apr 16, 2025

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This episode of The Peaceful Parenting Podcast is an interview with Sara Sherman and Mort Sherman about their new book Resonant Minds. We discuss the different ways to listen to and engage with music, how to take it “one note at a time” and make the choice to use music in our lives, and how to handle music lessons with our kids.

We talk about:

5:12 Summary of the book Resonant Minds
7:45 The difference between active and passive listening to music
14:20 Collective Effervescence- taking in an experience together
15:55 Groove- when our brainwaves synchronize to build community
17:00 How to help parents bring more music into their kids’ lives
21:40 Why music lessons aren’t the only way to bring music mindfully in
25:30 Connecting music with emotions
29:00 Creating musical habits in our homes
34:00 How to take it “one note at a time”
36:00 How to handle Music Lessons with kids (to make them practise or not!)

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Resources mentioned in this episode:

Connect with Sarah Rosensweet:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahrosensweet/
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/peacefulparentingfreegroup
YouTube: Peaceful Parenting with Sarah Rosensweet @peacefulparentingwithsarah4194
Website: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com
Join us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/peacefulparenting
Newsletter: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com/newsletter
Book a short consult or coaching session call: https://book-with-sarah-rosensweet.as.me/schedule.php

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Phone Safety & Parental Controls: Episode 189 Apr 09, 2025

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This episode of The Peaceful Parenting Podcast is an interview with Jack Hughes, an 18-year-old Parent Tech Support Expert. We discuss how to set up parental controls, why communication with our kids is key to setting tech limits and teaching kids how to use technology, and how to help kids engage in the real world instead of just interacting on screens.

We talk about:

5:00 What parents should know about Parental Controls on technology
7:09 Layering in different levels of parental controls
11:00 What parents should do in addition to parental controls
12:00 How to determine the age kids should get a phone
13:00 How to respect your kids’ phone privacy
16:25 How parents can teach kids to manage their own devices
24:30 How to facilitate children to have lives outside of screens
28:00 How to start limiting use of phones and screens
33:00 How to shift from online connection to in person connection
35:00 The common loopholes kids find to get around parental controls

Download the episode transcript HERE

https://docs.google.com/document/d/17TLxyi4DngJuqOcXGqXObtlW7UOZoLb7/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=110018038237477921046&rtpof=true&sd=true

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Jack Hughes’ website https://parenttech.support/

Connect with Sarah Rosensweet:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahrosensweet/
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/peacefulparentingfreegroup
YouTube: Peaceful Parenting with Sarah Rosensweet @peacefulparentingwithsarah4194
Website: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com
Join us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/peacefulparenting
Newsletter: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com/newsletter
Book a short consult or coaching session call: https://book-with-sarah-rosensweet.as.me/schedule.php

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sarahrosensweet.substack.com/subscribe

The 10 Keys To 'Successful' Peaceful Parenting: Episode 188 Mar 31, 2025

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This episode of The Peaceful Parenting Podcast is a workshop I gave recently about the keys to being a successful peaceful parent. I discuss how this parenting approach is about more than the tools we use to get through the day (which are also super important!). Instead, I focus on how peaceful parenting is a way a of life- a new way of thinking about your relationship with your kids and a new way of thinking about discipline.

We talk about:

6:00 Three Big Ideas of Peaceful Parenting
9:00 How peaceful parenting going mainstream has led to misconceptions about this approach
12:00 Key 1- The mindset that kids want to be good and are doing the best they can
13:54 Key 2- Have self-compassion when you make a mistake
18:10 Key 3- Combating our own adult centrism
22:00 Key 4- Watch out for “sugar coated control”
24:20 Key 5- Your needs count
27:30 Key 6- Manage your own needs because it is a long game
30:21 Key 7- Co-regulate focus on calming yourself
31:35 Key 8- The goodwill bank
36:19 Key 9- Find a mentor
39:28 Key 10- Find a community
40:46 The Peaceful Parenting Membership

Download the episode transcript HERE

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Connect with Sarah Rosensweet:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahrosensweet/
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/peacefulparentingfreegroup
YouTube: Peaceful Parenting with Sarah Rosensweet @peacefulparentingwithsarah4194
Website: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com
Join us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/peacefulparenting
Newsletter: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com/newsletter
Book a short consult or coaching session call: https://book-with-sarah-rosensweet.as.me/schedule.php

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sarahrosensweet.substack.com/subscribe

Dogs and Kids and Peaceful Parenting with Jaime Caponetta: Episode 187 Mar 26, 2025

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This episode of The Peaceful Parenting Podcast is a conversation with Jaime Caponetta from the Paws and Pacifiers Podcast. Jaime is a Behavioral Dog Trainer/Consultant, Dog & Baby Expert, and author of the book "Stop Training Your Dog". We discuss how Jaime’s approach to dogs is the same as the peaceful parenting philosophy, how to teach children to engage with dogs, and what to do when you are bringing a new dog home to your kids or a new baby home to your dog!

We talk about:

3:12 What is force free, emotion-based dog training?
6:00 Identifying the emotions driving dog’s behaviours
10:00 Why won’t Sarah’s dog listen to her?
15:20 What parents should teach their kids about how to behave around dogs
21:50 How to read dog body language
28:00 Why we shouldn’t reprimand our dogs
30:35 What to do when bringing a new dog home when you have kids
35:27 How to get kids involved with taking care of the dog
39:00 How to handle if you are having a baby and already have a dog

Download the episode transcript HERE

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Dog and Baby Bliss Course https://www.jaimecaponetta.com/
Book: Stop Training Your Dog
IG: @jamiethedogtrainer
YouTube: Dog and Baby Bliss

Connect with Sarah Rosensweet:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahrosensweet/
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/peacefulparentingfreegroup
YouTube: Peaceful Parenting with Sarah Rosensweet @peacefulparentingwithsarah4194
Website: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com
Join us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/peacefulparenting
Newsletter: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com/newsletter
Book a short consult or coaching session call: https://book-with-sarah-rosensweet.as.me/schedule.php

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sarahrosensweet.substack.com/subscribe

Playful Heart Parenting with Mia Wisinski: Episode 186 Mar 19, 2025

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This episode of The Peaceful Parenting Podcast is a conversation with Mia Wisinski from the popular social media account, Playful Heart Parenting. We discuss why being playful needs to be woven into your daily life with your kids and not as a tactic to get their cooperation, what makes it hard to be playful, and lots of tips and tricks to start being more silly today!

We talk about:

4:00 Why does play sometimes backfire when you use it to try to get through the schedule?
7:00 How to be more intentional about play and fun
10:00 Changing your way of being with your children
13:00 How sexism shows up in our attitudes and ability to access our playful sides
17:00 How we are “weaned off” of play in our society
23:00 How to start getting playful and silly again
33:00 How games can help with specific challenges with your kids
41:00 How to not use play in a manipulative way

Download the episode transcript HERE

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Playful Parenting with Lawrence Cohen: Episode 103 https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com/episode103/
Mia Wisinski @playfulheartparenting on IG
https://playfulheartparenting.com/

Connect with Sarah Rosensweet:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahrosensweet/
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/peacefulparentingfreegroup
YouTube: Peaceful Parenting with Sarah Rosensweet @peacefulparentingwithsarah4194
Website: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com
Join us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/peacefulparenting
Newsletter: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com/newsletter
Book a short consult or coaching session call: https://book-with-sarah-rosensweet.as.me/schedule.php

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sarahrosensweet.substack.com/subscribe

We're on hiatus this week! Mar 17, 2025

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We're with our families for March break! We'll be back March 19.

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Free Your Child From Negative Thinking: Episode 185 Mar 05, 2025

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This episode of The Peaceful Parenting Podcast is a conversation with Dr. Tamar E. Chansky who helps children, teens, and adults overcome worry and negative thinking. We discuss examples of what negative thinking sounds like, why empathy is always the first response, and some gentle teaching tools to overcome negative thinking and improve flexibility.

We talk about:

5:00 Examples of negative thinking in children
7:10 Why do reassuring words not help?
12:00 Why are some kids more prone to negative thoughts?
15:00 How to help your child with their negative thinking
23:54 Difference between engaging in the content vs. empathizing
29:50 “Long distance learning” and getting the timing right for teaching
33:45 Teaching kids to not fear feelings
39:30 Games to increase children’s flexibility

Download the episode transcript HERE

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Connect with Sarah Rosensweet:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahrosensweet/
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/peacefulparentingfreegroup
YouTube: Peaceful Parenting with Sarah Rosensweet @peacefulparentingwithsarah4194
Website: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com
Join us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/peacefulparenting
Newsletter: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com/newsletter
Book a short consult or coaching session call: https://book-with-sarah-rosensweet.as.me/schedule.php

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sarahrosensweet.substack.com/subscribe

Want to be more calm as a parent? FREE 5 Day Program starts Monday! Feb 27, 2025

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Want to be more calm and regulated with your kids? Starts Monday!

Join me for a FREE 5-day challenge where you’ll learn how to stay calm and regulated (or pull it out of the tailspin!) when things are hard-- with your kids so you can move through the day we with more ease and joy!

Save your seat for the FREE 'Parents, Cool Your Jets! A Simple 5 Day Challenge To Teach You How To Stay Calm in Moments of Mayhem.'

Or go to ReimaginePeacefulParenting.com/Challenge

Share this with a friend and you can keep each other on track!

xx Sarah

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Are Parenting Scripts Good or Bad? Episode 184 Feb 26, 2025

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In this episode of The Peaceful Parenting Podcast, Corey and I talk about parenting scripts which have become a controversial topic and are often at the heart of the backlash against this parenting style. We cover when and how you can use parenting scripts, all the nuances involved in what we say, and how the same words can be used be a peaceful parent or a conventional parent.

We talk about:

1:56 How peaceful parenting is both a science and art
5:00 Why people want scripts
8:00 How the same words can be used for peaceful or conventional parenting
13:00 The importance of being authentic to your own personality when parenting
17:00 Focusing on the intent and context of your words
20:00 When words are not enough

Download the episode transcript HERE

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Connect with Sarah Rosensweet:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahrosensweet/
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/peacefulparentingfreegroup
YouTube: Peaceful Parenting with Sarah Rosensweet @peacefulparentingwithsarah4194
Website: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com
Join us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/peacefulparenting
Newsletter: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com/newsletter
Book a short consult or coaching session call: https://book-with-sarah-rosensweet.as.me/schedule.php

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sarahrosensweet.substack.com/subscribe

How to Talk to Kids About Porn: Episode 183 Feb 19, 2025

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This episode of The Peaceful Parenting Podcast is a conversation with Tim Blower from Sex in Space about how to talk to your kids about porn. We cover how to approach this at different ages and stages, the importance of educating your kids about sex, and fostering a relationship where they can talk to you about this important topic.

We talk about:

5:00 how can we best prepare kids for coming across porn
7:20 how to educate kids about what they will see
10:32 how porn becomes the default for kids and teens looking for information about sex
12:00 what age to start talking to kids about porn
17:40 how to not bombard your kids with information
18:34 the 3 stages when they can come across porn
20:00 the definition of porn for kids and teens
28:00 how to get these conversations going
33:00 mistakes parents make talking to their kids about porn

Download the episode transcript HERE

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Connect with Sarah Rosensweet:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahrosensweet/
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/peacefulparentingfreegroup
YouTube: Peaceful Parenting with Sarah Rosensweet @peacefulparentingwithsarah4194
Website: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com
Join us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/peacefulparenting
Newsletter: https://reimaginepeacefulparenting.com/newsletter
Book a short consult or coaching session call: https://book-with-sarah-rosensweet.as.me/schedule.php

This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit sarahrosensweet.substack.com/subscribe

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