When we punish and discipline our children, are we truly teaching them respect, or are we inadvertently instilling fear? We have been conditioned to believe that respect is synonymous with obedience. But is that really what respect is all about? Today, I want to challenge this conventional thinking and urge you to reconsider your parenting approach.  From my own experience as a parent, I have realized that respect cannot be forced upon our children. It is something that is earned through genuine connection, kindness, and empathy. While punishments and rewards may seem effective in the short term, they do not necessarily foster respect. Join me as we explore the complexities of respect in parenting and discover how nurturing genuine connections can lead to organic respect from our children. In this Episode: • Rethinking respect beyond obedience and fear • Earning respect through genuine connection and empathy • How punishments and rewards hinder organic respect • How mutual respect fosters healthier parent-child relationships • Nurturing respect: The keys to peaceful parenting 🔗 Interested in our 1:1 Coaching? Book a Discovery Call with one of our team now 💌 Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review. 📖 Check out my book UNPUNISHED! Follow Peace and Parenting: Instagram: @peaceandparenting Facebook: @peaceandparentingla Peace and Parenting Facebook Group Join my 30-Day Connected Parenting Challenge, starting April 15th: https://peaceandparentingla.com/30day-challenge-new Our Sponsors: * Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code PEACE for a great deal: happymammoth.com * Check out http://mylifeinabook.com and use code PEACE at checkout for 10% off. Create an unforgettable gift for your mom this Mother’s Day. * Redeem your welcome offer at https://byheart.com/podcast and use code PEACE for a limited time. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy