Holiday season = pressure cooker for kids and parents. In this episode, Lisa explains why behavior often spikes during gatherings and travel, and how to see meltdowns as communication from a dysregulated nervous system. You’ll learn a simple 3-question framework to decode what’s underneath the behavior, meet core needs without rewarding the meltdown, and hold clear limits with empathy. Expect practical language, real-life examples, and scripts you can use today for calmer celebrations and str...
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Holiday season = pressure cooker for kids and parents. In this episode, Lisa explains why behavior often spikes during gatherings and travel, and how to see meltdowns as communication from a dysregulated nervous system. You’ll learn a simple 3-question framework to decode what’s underneath the behavior, meet core needs without rewarding the meltdown, and hold clear limits with empathy. Expect practical language, real-life examples, and scripts you can use today for calmer celebrations and str...
238: The Secret Sauce to Getting YOUR Kids to Cooperate
Real World Peaceful Parenting
28 minutes
3 months ago
238: The Secret Sauce to Getting YOUR Kids to Cooperate
In this episode, Lisa dives deep into the neuroscience behind how validation helps children feel truly seen and understood, ultimately leading to better cooperation and mental health. Lisa shares a personal story from her journey with her son, Malcolm, to illustrate the transformative power of validation, and why connection, not correction, is the true secret to building a healthy relationship with your child. Tune in to learn how to apply validation in your own parenting journey and create l...
Real World Peaceful Parenting
Holiday season = pressure cooker for kids and parents. In this episode, Lisa explains why behavior often spikes during gatherings and travel, and how to see meltdowns as communication from a dysregulated nervous system. You’ll learn a simple 3-question framework to decode what’s underneath the behavior, meet core needs without rewarding the meltdown, and hold clear limits with empathy. Expect practical language, real-life examples, and scripts you can use today for calmer celebrations and str...
