I Don’t Have to be Perfect
In peaceful parenting, we set limits with empathy. We make sure our children know that we still think they are good people, even as we have to correct them. Our children are worthy and loveable, even though they sometimes make mistakes and bad choices. When our...
How to be a Strong Leader
Have you ever made any of these common leadership mistakes with your kids? You just found out a family member is sick. When your child asks you what is wrong, you wipe away your tears and say to them, “I am fine, sweetie! Nothing is wrong!” Your 2-year-old hits you...
What To Do When Your Partner Isn’t A Peaceful Parent
It’s the end of the day and the whole family is exhausted. You and your partner just want your kids to GO TO BED so that you can get on with your own evening and down time. But no one is getting ready and your partner is starting to lose it. You can hear them...
Fostering Independence
We all want our kids to be independent. How do we raise independent kids? As with most things parenting, our children’s independence is both nature and nurture. Humans are born with an innate drive for independence. AND we also impact how this drive develops. It can...
