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Positive Parents - Resilient Kids with Dr Terence Sheppard and Milly AlbersHow to Raise a Resilient Child: 10 Accomplishments of Character - Part TwoIn Part Two, hosts Milly Albers and Dr Terence Sheppard continue their deep dive into the Ten Accomplishments of Character as outlined in Positive Parenting: How to Raise Happy and Resilient Kids. This episode explores the next five essential qualities every child needs to thrive:• Emotional Control• Positive Identity• Competence• Empathy• ResilienceWith practical tips, real life stories and honest reflections, Milly and Terence unpack how to nurture these traits at home, starting from early childhood. Whether you're navigating tantrums or raising independent teens, this conversation offers clear, rel...
2025-05-2248 minPositive Parents - Resilient Kids with Dr Terence Sheppard and Milly AlbersHow to Raise a Resilient Child: 10 Accomplishments of Character - Part OneThe First Five Accomplishments of CharacterJoin hosts Milly Albers and Dr Terence Sheppard, co-author of Positive Parenting: How to Raise Happy and Resilient Kids, as they explore the first five of the Ten Accomplishments of Character, the essential traits every child needs to grow into a capable, compassionate adult:Self-ConfidencePersistenceMaturityGraceRespectThrough personal stories and expert strategies, Milly and Terence share how to encourage these qualities in your own family — starting from the toddler years. Wh...
2025-04-1650 minPositive Parents - Resilient Kids with Dr Terence Sheppard and Milly AlbersRaising Resilient and Mentally Healthy Kids: Insights from 12-Year-Old Artist and Podcaster Isabella TaylorIn this episode of Positive Parents, Resilient Kids, host Milly Albers welcomes Dr. Terence Sheppard and a remarkable young guest, 12-year-old artist and interviewer Isabella Taylor. Together, they discuss the balance of parenting in a world where kids are exposed to complex issues at increasingly young ages.Isabella, wise beyond her years, shares her thoughts on how young people perceive social media, failure, identity, and other big topics they encounter daily. Dr. Sheppard offers insights on fostering open communication, questioning whether kids need more space to process things on their own or if parents should step in mo...
2024-11-1058 minPositive Parents - Resilient Kids with Dr Terence Sheppard and Milly AlbersStrategies and Tips for Parents with Toddlers: Q&A with Dr Terence SheppardThank you parents for sending in your questions for Dr Sheppard! In this episode Milly (a toddler parent herself) asks Dr Terence Sheppard the following questions: How do you approach conflict between siblings, especially siblings where their personalities just clash?How can I avoid yelling at my children when they won’t listen to get their attention?How can I communicate with my defiant toddler?Why do toddlers fight bedtime and how do we support that?My toddler only wants “mummy to do it” - how can I help him und...
2024-07-1642 minPositive Parents - Resilient Kids with Dr Terence Sheppard and Milly AlbersBuilding Resilience: Nurturing Children in Early Education with Carene ShimmiedWe're joined by Carene Shimmield, an Early Childhood Teacher with a wealth of experience and passion for nurturing young minds. Join us for passionate conversations on how children can be raised and supported in school environments, as well as exploring strategies educators can implement to bolster resilience in their students. We'll explore the pivotal role of schools, especially in the formative 0-5 age range, where crucial foundations for future personality development are laid.Carene brings a unique perspective, having studied early childhood education at Flinders University in 2012 and gained experience across various educational settings, from early childhood...
2024-04-1856 minPositive Parents - Resilient Kids with Dr Terence Sheppard and Milly AlbersAll Children are Different, but Some Are More Different Than Others: Nurturing Resilience in Children with Disabilities with Karina McDonaldIn this episode, we are joined by mother of two (and stepmother of one) Karina McDonald who addresses the important topic of parenting a child with a disability. Karina shares her personal story of raising a child with a complex disability and explores the journey of embracing differences and nurturing growth and resilience in our children. We'll discuss practical strategies and offer guidance on advocating for our children's unique needs.You can read more about this topic in Chapter 12 in our book "Positive Parenting: A Guide to Raising Psychologically Healthy Children" www.positiveparenting.auRead...
2024-02-1941 minPositive Parents - Resilient Kids with Dr Terence Sheppard and Milly AlbersPassing the Parenting Torch: Dr Terence Sheppard Interviews His Daughter Dr Megan SheppardWelcome to a heartwarming and insightful episode of "Passing the Parenting Torch"! Dr. Terence Sheppard sits down to interview his daughter, Megan. With the impending arrival of Megan's first child, they delve into the world of parenting. Together, they explore the timeless principles of positive parenting, share heartfelt anecdotes, and offer invaluable advice for nurturing a happy and healthy family. Join us for this touching conversation as a father passes on his parenting wisdom to his daughter, lighting the way for future generations. Get ready to be inspired and uplifted as we witness the beautiful bond between a parent...
2023-12-2945 minPositive Parents - Resilient Kids with Dr Terence Sheppard and Milly AlbersIntroduction: What is Positive Parenting?Welcome to the ‘Positive Parents - Resilient Kids’ podcast. In this episode, we discuss the topic of Positive Parenting. Co-hosted by Dr Terence Sheppard a Paediatric Psychologist and Milly Albers a parent who’s just begun her parenting journey. Join us as we delve into the principles and practices of positive parenting, including the 10 Accomplishments of Character and their profound impact on nurturing the wellbeing and resilience of our children. Visit the website www.positiveparenting.au/ to download the 10 Accomplishments of Character and details on how to purchase The Positive Parenting book. For more tips on Positive Parenti...
2023-11-1152 min