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Peace and Parenting: How to Parent without Punishments Michelle Kenney, M. Ed
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4.9 • 327 Ratings
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Have you tried Gentle Parenting? Are you a fan of Attachment but just can’t put it all together? Are you sick of parenting with the ideas of yelling and shame and looking for something that feels better, is different, but still has a sense of boundaries and limits?
Welcome to the Peace and Parenting Podcast with Michelle Kenney, M. Ed. Michelle is a former teacher, counselor, certified parenting coach, mom of two teens, recovering yeller, and perfectionist who parents without using punishments altogether. And guess what? It works! On this show, you’ll learn the how behind having kids who are completely UNPUNISHED but who are also successful, kind, loving, and know how to follow directions.
Twice a week, Michelle shares her insights and expertise on connective parenting through her interviews with experts and Q&A sessions with struggling parents. If you have exhausted all other options and don't know what to do next, this could be the parenting strategy you've been searching for.
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The Time-Tested Strategy for a More Peaceful Home
Are you spending your time parenting, or is parenting spending your time? Today on Peace and Parenting, I delve into Pam Leo's profound wisdom, exploring the intricate balance between meeting our children's emotional needs and managing their behaviors.
Drawing from my own personal experiences, I share the transformative power of filling our children's cups with love. From navigating sibling rivalry to taming the spirited soul, we explore how investing in connection yields dividends of resilience and harmony in the years to come.
In this Episode:
Pam Leo's wisdom on parenting prioritiesConnective parenting vs. traditional methodsInvesting time in connection reaps long-term benefitsNavigating challenges with empathy and playTools and resources for embracing connective parenting
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📖 Check out my book UNPUNISHED!
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Join my 30-Day Connected Parenting Challenge, starting April 15th: https://peaceandparentingla.com/30day-challenge-new
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Case Study: My Toddler Won’t Stop Screaming in Public
Are you ever mortified in public when your child’s voice rockets through the mall? Today, we unpack the nuances of communication, tantrums, and the genuine distress many parents face.
It's a scene familiar to many—a peaceful outing shattered by a sudden outburst from a toddler. Cherry, a mom from my Instagram followers, joins me in sharing her dilemma of dealing with her son's screams in public. This opens a world of parenting concerns centered around societal norms and effective communication. Together, we explore the delicate art of understanding your child's unique signals. I guide her through the thorny paths of public judgment, childhood expression, and the profound power of connection over correction.
In this Episode:
Responding to a toddler's screams with playThe stigma around public outbursts in childrenReflecting on parental reactions to yellingUsing affection to address behavioral issuesHow to use playful interaction as a parenting tool
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💌 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
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Join my 30-Day Connected Parenting Challenge, starting April 15th: https://peaceandparentingla.com/30day-challenge-new
Our Sponsors:
* Check out DoneFirst for a special deal: https://get.donefirst.com/PODCAST
* 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.
* Get 15% off at www.happymammoth.com by using my code PEACE at checkout
* Redeem your welcome offer at https://byheart.com/podcast and use code PEACE for a limited time.
* Visit homethreads.com/PEACE today and get a 15% off code for your first order!
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Obedience vs. Genuine Respect: You Can’t Have Both
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 DoneFirst for a special deal: https://get.donefirst.com/PODCAST
* 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.
* Get 15% off at www.happymammoth.com by using my code PEACE at checkout
* Redeem your welcome offer at https://byheart.com/podcast and use code PEACE for a limited time.
* Visit homethreads.com/PEACE today and get a 15% off code for your first order!
* Visit www.armoire.style/PEACE to get up to 50% off your first month, that’s up to $125 OFF! Never worry about what to wear again—try Armoire today!
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Case Study: Can You Really Discipline With Love Instead of Fear
Could your pursuit of a "perfectly" behaved child be disrupting the peace in your home? This episode will unravel the intricate dance between setting boundaries and forging bonds of connection.
As parents, we tend to focus on controlling our children's behavior and enforcing consequences when they make mistakes. However, what really matters is creating an environment where our children feel safe to make mistakes without fear. By showing empathy toward our children's behavior, we can establish a foundation of trust that is unbreakable.
Today, I have invited Shauna, one of my Instagram followers, to share how loosening the reins of strict parenting has allowed her to build more authentic relationships with her children. We will discuss how to set boundaries without resorting to punishment, but rather through the warmth of connection. You will learn how to turn homework time into a fun activity and how to handle difficult school transitions with compassion. These methods have the potential to transform challenges into opportunities for growth.
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💌 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 DoneFirst for a special deal: https://get.donefirst.com/PODCAST
* 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.
* Get 15% off at www.happymammoth.com by using my code PEACE at checkout
* Redeem your welcome offer at https://byheart.com/podcast and use code PEACE for a limited time.
* Visit homethreads.com/PEACE today and get a 15% off code for your first order!
* Visit www.armoire.style/PEACE to get up to 50% off your first month, that’s up to $125 OFF! Never worry about what to wear again—try Armoire today!
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Are We Ruining Our Kids? The Truth About Parenting Imperfections
Are we unwittingly damaging our children by repeating the mistakes of our own upbringing? Today, I'm diving into a question that plagues many of us: Are we ruining our kids? This thought can grip us in moments of frustration and self-doubt. But let me tell you something: You're not alone, and you're definitely not ruining your kids.
As parents, we're often held to impossible standards, haunted by our own childhood traumas, and bombarded with societal pressure to be flawless. But here's the truth: It's okay to make mistakes. In fact, it's human. I've been there—I've yelled, lost my cool, and felt like I'm failing. But here's the thing: It's not about being perfect. It's about being willing to grow and change.
In this Episode:
Embracing imperfection is essential for growthBreaking the cycle of generational traumaCultivating self-compassion in parentingRecognizing the impact of unresolved issuesSeeking help is a courageous step
🔗 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 DoneFirst for a special deal: https://get.donefirst.com/PODCAST
* 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.
* Get 15% off at www.happymammoth.com by using my code PEACE at checkout
* Redeem your welcome offer at https://byheart.com/podcast and use code PEACE for a limited time.
* Visit homethreads.com/PEACE today and get a 15% off code for your first order!
* Visit www.armoire.style/PEACE to get up to 50% off your first month, that’s up to $125 OFF! Never worry about what to wear again—try Armoire today!
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Case Study: How to Break Free from the “Perfectionist” Mindset
Parenting can be challenging, especially in a world that often values achievement and busyness over connection. Have you ever found yourself caught up in the trap of prioritizing tasks over building stronger bonds with your children? It's a common struggle. Today, I have a heartfelt conversation with Erica, a mother who shared her deeply personal experience of transitioning into motherhood through adoption. Her journey highlights the pressures of perfectionism and the impact of her own dysregulation, which many of us can relate to.
We talk about the transformative power of prioritizing connection over control and how it has positively impacted Erica's relationship with her daughter. From embracing vulnerability to dealing with guilt and shame, Erica shares her story with honesty and openness and shares the steps she took to create a nurturing and loving environment for her family. I hope her story resonates with you and helps you on your own parenting journey.
In this Episode:
The challenges of transitioning into motherhoodPressure to be a "perfect" parentThe impact of personal struggles on parentingOvercoming guilt and self-judgment in 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 DoneFirst for a special deal: https://get.donefirst.com/PODCAST
* 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.
* Get 15% off at www.happymammoth.com by using my code PEACE at checkout
* Redeem your welcome offer at https://byheart.com/podcast and use code PEACE for a limited time.
* Visit homethreads.com/PEACE today and get a 15% off code for your first order!
* Visit www.armoire.style/PEACE to get up to 50% off your first month, that’s up to $125 OFF! Never worry about what to wear again—try Armoire today!
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Customer Reviews
Wonderful and generous
This podcast is so thoughtful and has taught me so much. I love how Michelle explains every single concept and idea. I’m so glad I found this podcast, it has transformed they way I approach parenting and help me with the everyday challenges that parenting represents. Thanks Michelle for being so generous and share with us your invaluable insights about parenting.
Michelle is an inspiration!
Being a mom was the only thing I ever wanted to be. Finding myself yelling and unable to control my emotions with my girls made me feel like a complete failure. I am so grateful that I found this podcast. I listen to it daily. Now I feel like I actually know what I can do in those tough moments and that managing my emotions is much more important than controlling my children and their behavior. Michelle is helping so many of us become the parents we dreamed we would be. Keep up the great work, Michelle! This world needs you!!!
Grateful
Grateful to have found this podcast. I just started listening last week and have started implementing the advice with my 3 kids. I started seeing changes the first day. I am focusing on connection. My Husband and I are working on changing our old way of doing things so that we can have peace and harmony with our kids. This podcast and the FB group and the emails and notes have been so helpful. Looking forward to continue learning and implementing what we learn.
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