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Embrace Balance, Discover JoyS2E8: A Path Forward with Theresa PuckettA great conversation with Theresa Puckett.About Theresa:Theresa Puckett is a great nurturer who cares for and coaches mothers through the destabilizing period when their children leave the house - as well as the aftermath. Mother of two who have left the nest (currently 20 & 21) , she has been growing and preparing all her life for this work. "When we remember and reclaim our power, possibility becomes reality.”Currently she is conducting market research in order to create a very special group program for these mothers. Want to help...2025-04-0925 min
Extraordinary StridesBack-of-the-Pack Bravery: Theresa’s Journey to Empowerment and Inclusivity in the World Marathon MajorsWelcome to this episode of Extraordinary Strides, where we celebrate the resilience, grit, and determination of runners who dream big and achieve extraordinary feats—no matter their pace. Today, we’re diving deep into the world of back-of-the-pack running, sharing strategies, tips, and an inspiring conversation with Theresa Puckett.Theresa is not only a back-of-the-pack runner herself but also the founder of the Six Star Medal Back of the Pack (BOTP) Facebook group, a community for runners chasing big goals while supporting each other every step of the way. She’s a nursing professor, charity fundra...2024-12-121h 06
The Reconnect with your Teenager PodcastEpisode 19 with Theresa Puckett: Reconnect with your TeenagerWelcome to "Reconnect with Your Teenager," the podcast that offers insights and strategies for #parents looking to strengthen their relationship with their adolescent children.
In this episode, we're joined by Theresa. Hosted by Emma G TEDx Speaker, Singer/songwriter and Youth Empowerment Coach.
Who is Emma G?
TEDx Speaker, Singer/songwriter and Youth Empowerment Coach Emma G has been using the power of music to empower, uplift and motivate audiences worldwide her entire life.
A favorite musician of the Washington Post, Washingtonian Magazine and Thrive Global: the New Zealand-born singer/songwriter...2023-05-3139 min.jpg)
Spiritual Rockstar Podcast199: Energy Scan Spotlight Show with Theresa Puckett
In this episode, Daniel provides Theresa Puckett with an Energy Scan.
Theresa Puckett (T, as she loves to be called) shines in the world as a Guide for parents of adolescents ~ holding space for them, and assisting them to Internal Harmony, so that they can trust themselves and deeply support their children. T came into this work through two ‘dark nights of the soul’: as a young adult herself, and later as the parent of her own young adolescents.
Through Relational Parents, she loves working with parents in groups as well as privately.
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Relational Parents of Adolescents#85 - Great StudentsWhat comes to mind when you think about a “great” student? Play with me, and in 12 minutes you could be (even) more Relational!
Want to stop reacting reflexively to your kid’s behavior? Schedule a complimentary call to clarify your vision and next steps: https://relationalparents.as.me/ClarityWithT2021-09-2812 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#84 - Teacher or Student?Gone the days when they depended on us for everything. It’s time to get more skillful in order to provide more for them now than food and shelter. Let’s chat!
Register for September’s FREE playshop, where writing coach Joanna Norland is sharing a Magic way to connect with our kids, when they’re not even there!! https://relationalparents.mykajabi.com/playshop2021-09-1414 min
Relational Parents of Adolescents#83 - Balaboosta’s SecretJoin me as I chat with Linda Lederman (pronounced Letterman), whose mission is to teach us how to make meal preparation easy, and mealtimes FUN!! Sounds like a recipe for a joyful household.
Join me for the upcoming *free* Playshop: https://relationalparents.mykajabi.com/playshop2021-08-3118 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#82 - When they don’t clean upSurprise! My kids are no different than yours in this regard! This is the story from the Parent perspective, as opposed from the “parenting” perspective. Keeping it real!
Join me for the upcoming *free* Playshop: https://relationalparents.mykajabi.com/playshop2021-08-2412 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#81 - Using Better WordsI’m putting a stake in the ground, to reduce the misunderstandings and emotional charge associated with talking about “masculine energy” and “feminine energy.”
Join me for the upcoming *free* Playshop: https://relationalparents.mykajabi.com/playshop2021-08-1011 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#80 - More than SPEEDWe know Yin is slower, relative to Yang. But Harmonizing our energy is about SO. MUCH. MORE. As it turns out, your speed does not NEED to change in order to experience incredible harmony!
Join me for the upcoming *free* Playshop: https://relationalparents.mykajabi.com/playshop2021-08-0310 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#79 - The Momentum of YangWhat does Yin & Yang – the nucleus of the ancient Taoist philosophy – have to do with our challenges as parents? Plenty, as it turns out!
Need more Yin, to balance the Yang? You are in great company. Check out Frenzy to Flow, and consider joining us!2021-07-2713 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#78 - Does this always seem to happen?We all have recurring patterns (unwanted ones!). But often we are confused about what they are, what they mean, or what to do about them. That is, if we are even aware of them!!2021-07-2014 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#76 - From Frenzy to FlowWe may be doing fewer things, but stress and anxiety are more palpable than ever. In this episode I share about an amazing physical practice that can help us learn to trust ourselves. From the YINside out!
To find out more: www.FrenzyToFlow.com2021-07-0613 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#75 - THIS is It!How do you feel threatened? How do you feel blocked from showing up as the REAL You? This One Thing can help. Can soften. Can help You to soften! What will you try for 5 minutes today or tomorrow?
If you like what you’re hearing, register for our upcoming *LIVE* Playshop!
2021-06-2913 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#74 - What are you Filtering?We all have triggers, and we all filter some things out (words, attitudes, energies). Living with an adolescent can present some extra-challenging situations. The gag is, when interacting with an adolescent it’s even MORE important to be aware of our own filters.
If this resonates for you, register for our upcoming *LIVE* Playshop!2021-06-2211 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#73 - Hidden Parts of your AdolescentAre you making it easy for them to share with you – or are there barriers you can remove? When we as parents shrink the energetic environment around our expectations, often there are unintended consequences.
If you like to soften the energetic environment in your home, register for our upcoming *LIVE* Playshop!2021-06-1509 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#72 - Which Scripts are YOU following?Join me as I interview Hayden Humphrey, who talks to us about Art, Moxie, and UN-scripting Your Life. It’s a powerful conversation that can open the door to your own Possibility Thinking! Go to https://www.haydenhumphrey.com/ to take the quiz and find out how scripted YOUR life is. His apparel business, whose profits support mental health advocacy organizations, is https://wearlift.com/.2021-06-0823 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#71 - Lost Pieces of YouWhich authentic parts of yourself have you shut down or “sent away,” perhaps in response to someone’s expectations, advice, or judgment?
Visit RelationalParents.org and register for our upcoming Live *FREE* Playshop!2021-06-0113 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#70 - Knowledge will Not Save YouWe ARE human, every one of us. And part of that is making ‘mistakes’ – having experiences that we regard as imperfect. My son inspired this episode with how he handled himself recently. So naturally I’m sharing ~!
Friend, I invite you to register for our upcoming Playshop here!2021-05-2512 min
Snap JudgmentHot Trash - Snap Spotlights "Ear Hustle"Snap Judgment presents, “Hot Trash,” a special spotlight on the Ear Hustle podcast, from PRX’s Radiotopia
Visiting a loved one in prison is both emotionally intense and constrained by countless rules — from how much PDA is too much PDA, to what kind of candy you can eat inside. One year after California prison authorities suspended in-person visits due to COVID-19, hear stories from and about visiting rooms… and how families are adjusting to video “visits.
This episode contains explicit language, sensitive listeners please be advised.
Heard on this episode: Nicola Christopher Bucci and Frank Jernigan, Sgt. Cuevas, Helen Theresa Guion, Micha...2021-05-2053 min
Snap JudgmentHot Trash - Snap Spotlights “Ear Hustle”Snap Judgment presents, “Hot Trash,” a special spotlight on the Ear Hustle podcast, from PRX’s Radiotopia.
Visiting a loved one in prison is both emotionally intense and constrained by countless rules — from how much PDA is too much PDA, to what kind of candy you can eat inside. One year after California prison authorities suspended in-person visits due to COVID-19, hear stories from and about visiting rooms… and how families are adjusting to video “visits.
This episode contains explicit language, sensitive listeners please be advised.
Heard on this episode: Nicola Christopher Bucci and Frank Je...2021-05-2053 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#69 - What’s so Big about Harmony?It’s not about “sounding good.” It’s about really resonating and being in SYNC. After this 10 minute episode, if you are intrigued I invite you to reach out to me via email (support@relationalparents.org). Just Because I would love to connect.
Friend, I invite you to register for our upcoming Playshop here!2021-05-1811 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#68 - A Tale of Two DadsSame day, same town. Totally different dynamic between THIS dad and his kids.
An incredible real-life lesson in Harmony, and one of the key ingredients to cultivate it.2021-05-1112 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#67 What does Harmony mean to YOU?It’s more than a lack of conflict. And it’s broader than ‘perfect’ tranquility.
In this episode I share a simple ingredient that is absolutely NECESSARY for Harmony.
Save your seat at our free playshop this Friday May 7th, Mine your Mind!! (It's LIVE!!)2021-05-0408 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#66 - It MUST be Magic!How else can I explain it? I said something to my child and got a Wildly Negative reaction, and then I saw something I couldn’t BELIEVE!
Join us for our upcoming Free Playshop: {WHAT did You Say??}2021-04-2713 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#65 - IS it too Good to be True?What if it’s NOT too good to be true? What if you really could have that amazing relationship with your child? What if you really COULD escape the “Terrible Two’s (or Teens!)”?
Join us for our upcoming Free Playshop: {Reflect – to – RISE!!!}2021-04-2008 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#64 - Meet MY MagiciansWho are YOUR Magicians? You know. Those people in your life that can turn ANYthing into fun! That is a beautiful ability to share, nurture, and allow in our families.2021-04-1308 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#63 - How we Kill the MagicIt's so enticing...finding the RIGHT way. Finding the Right way makes everything else wrong, though. What other Magic is Possible?
If you are ready to get UNstuck with your kiddo, let's connect!2021-04-0615 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#62 - Are You Commanding Yourself?The question should be "HOW" are we commanding - we all do it to ourselves in some way. In 2015 I was commanding myself to be a better mother. Bah! That was a HARD way. This episode is for you if you're ready for something Different!
Listen in & if you’re ready to get UNstuck, HERE is the link I promised. ~ xo ~ T2021-03-3017 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#61 - Self Care RE-IMAGINED!What does Self-Care look like? Join me as I speak with Dr. Kim D'Eramo and she reveals the simple truth about what is REALLY necessary for our well-being, and how we can care for ourselves whenever we choose.2021-03-2333 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#60 - Meet Yourself FirstIn this episode I share a 3 phase model for what it means to really Meet Yourself.2021-03-1618 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#59 - Awaken Your Breath ~ with Tara Nieves GreenJoin me for some extra fun! Tara Nieves Green, Master Trainer and Founder of BreathAwakening.com shares some HUGE benefits of breathwork, including how it can affect us physically - and why!2021-03-0931 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#58 - Peek "Behind the Curtain" in my HomeThis week I'm getting real about all the ways that Positive Discipline's 'Family Meeting' tool did not work for me. Permission for You to feel into what's a contribution to YOUR Family Atmosphere.2021-03-0214 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#57 - Turning Relational Parents Inside OutIn this episode I share how my child-centered mission evolved from Montessori, to meeting Parents as we are, Today.2021-02-2315 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#56 - What's Joy Got to Do with It?From a parenting perspective, our joy has a lot to do with the energetic environment we create for our children. The first step is to become aware of this Energetic Environment!2021-02-1614 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#55 - What is Weighing on Me?Each of us has our own unique ways of being "stuck." But we all have some Good News in common!2021-02-0912 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#54 - The New ParadigmWhen you are Choosing a path, a certain set of skills is helpful. Different from the set that would support you in FORGING a path.2021-02-0210 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#53 - Stuck and SeekingWe've been conditioned to look Outside ourselves for the answers. "They must know." Hmm... what else is possible?2021-01-2616 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#52 Caught in an EvolutionIt's a special time in our collective history. A time that is providing parents with unique challenges and opportunities.2021-01-1909 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#51 - I've Got the Power!Do you keep it, or do you share it? Sure, spreading it around has benefits. But what are some ways to get started?2021-01-1215 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#50 - Focus on the FRONT!Where you place your attention is one of the Only Things in your control. How can you make the most of it?2021-01-0518 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#49 - Not MY Problem!EVERY ONE of us experiences challenges with our kids (me too!). The REAL question is: Are we taking Advantage of these opportunities?2020-12-2916 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#48 – Embracing “Dark” EnergyWe are conditioned to do, Do, DO and go, Go, GO… yet true Receiving cannot happen on-the-run.2020-12-2216 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#47 - Extended Family VisitsHow is it that these can be SO Challenging for so many of us? And what can we do to smooth things for both ourselves and our children?2020-12-1518 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#46 - Soo STRESSED!What is happening in your body when you're triggered? And what does it mean for you, and for your child?2020-12-0815 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#45 - How Perfect?!Why are we trying to be perfect, or even 'a little closer' to perfect? Let's consider some ways this mindset harms our children.2020-12-0100 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#44 - Starting a Gratitude PracticeCultivating this energy is a practice, and there are so many different ways to go about it. I share a few here, and you may just create one of your own!2020-11-2400 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#43 - The Energy of GratitudeIt's powerful enough to turn your world around in amazing ways - but not by accident. Skeptical? Give me just 10 minutes to bend your ear!2020-11-1700 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#42 - Money & AllowanceAllowance is a POWERFUL way to teach children about money - all kinds of lessons. The first one I share here is one it took me over 12 years to learn!2020-11-1000 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#41 - The Other Side of Praise"Play it safe." "Stay small." How does PRAISE send these messages? And what's the Relational Alternative?2020-11-0300 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#40 - Coddled vs. CapableAre you un-intentionally sending the message that your child "can't handle it"?2020-10-2700 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#39 Make Routines Work for YouRoutines to Allow more Space for Joy in Your Life2020-10-2000 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#38 - Do I have to do EVERYTHING?Of course not (smile). In this episode I'm sharing 5 tools to help you get the help you Desire AND Deserve!2020-10-1300 min
Relational Parents of Adolescents#37 - Doing Nothing? Nothing Doing!Anxiety is at an all-time-high + Our Energy is Contagious. Here are some steps we can all take to diminish feelings of anxiousness, independent of what is happening around us.2020-10-0600 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#36 - Melting AnxietyWhat we are doing is Not Working. Today I share 2 of my real-life examples as well as 2 practical Tools to diminish feelings of anxiousness.2020-09-2919 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#35 - MORE than ContagiousWe are spending more time with our kids, and Our Energy has everything to do with the atmosphere at home.2020-09-2214 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#34 - Kind & Firm: A Fresh TakeThis time it's ALL About YOU!! In this episode we consider a new perspective on what being KIND and FIRM to You REALLY MEANS ~ for your CHILD/REN's sake!2020-09-1517 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#33 - Kids Just Wanna Have Fun!!Do you believe that it is EASY for Learning to be Fun? This week I'm sharing 5 different "tricks" to help you remember - and to connect with your child at the same time!2020-09-0823 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#32 - Home Learning Part 3: Home EnvironmentIn this episode I share tools & strategies to help you create an atmosphere where your children can thrive. Where you will find peace & joy as well!2020-09-0128 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#31 - Home Learning Part 2: Sharing the ControlsThere are so many ways to structure a Learning Day at Home - approach this with the Energy of Possibility!!
Use this link to Register for our NO COST Book Study of The Self-Driven Child (5 weeks in September): http://bit.ly/Sept20_BookStudy
We’ll learn & discuss strategies based on *Cutting edge Brain Science, and *The Latest Behavioral Therapies
Join us weekly as we share aha’s, ask questions, dive deeper. Together we will learn how to help our children thrive through the challenging days ahead!2020-08-2523 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#30 - Prepping for Home Learning Part 1Learn the Positive Discipline Tool that will pave the way to a smoother 2020/2021 school year!
Use this link to Register for our NO COST Book Study of The Self-Driven Child (5 weeks in September): http://bit.ly/Sept20_BookStudy
We’ll learn & discuss strategies based on
• Cutting edge Brain Science, and
• The Latest Behavioral Therapies
Join us weekly to share aha’s, ask questions, dive deeper. Together we will learn how to help our children thrive through the challenging days ahead!2020-08-1814 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#29 - Listen MORE!!You've heard the quip, "You've got 2 ears and 1 mouth for a reason..."? Here are 4 Positive Discipline tools that can help us put those ears to Good Use as we seek to understand our children!
Use this link to Register for our NO COST Book Study of The Self-Driven Child (5 weeks in September): http://bit.ly/Sept20_BookStudy
We’ll learn & discuss strategies based on
• Cutting edge Brain Science, and
• The Latest Behavioral Therapies
Join us weekly to share aha’s, ask questions, dive deeper. Together we will learn how to h...2020-08-1114 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#28 - Talk LESS!Brain science confirms it - TELLING kids is not the way to go! And Positive Discipline is right there, with tools you can USE to get better results. Listen in as T shares 3 of them!
Use this link to Register for our NO COST Book Study of The Self-Driven Child (5 weeks in September): http://bit.ly/Sept20_BookStudy
We’ll learn & discuss strategies based on
• Cutting edge Brain Science, and
• The Latest Behavioral Therapies
Join us weekly to share aha’s, ask questions, dive deeper. Together we will learn how to h...2020-08-0413 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#27 - Their 1st Language: Energy"Do you Understand Me?" "How many Times do I have to tell you?" They read our Energy long before they understand our words. Learn how to make this work FOR you as a parent!
Use this link to Register for our NO COST Book Study of The Self-Driven Child (5 weeks in September): http://bit.ly/Sept20_BookStudy
We’ll learn & discuss strategies based on
• Cutting edge Brain Science, and
• The Latest Behavioral Therapies
Join us weekly to share aha’s, ask questions, dive deeper. Together we will learn how to h...2020-07-2819 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#26 - How do we Convince our Kids?Let me count the ways we try...right? And more importantly, let's step back and take a look at the longer game, and the effects of what we do with the best of intentions!2020-07-2121 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#25 - Essentials for the JourneyThis is the last episode of 7 that follow Jane Nelsen's flagship book, Positive Discipline. I distill the top 3 things we need to keep in mind as parents, and name 5 of the many PD tools that work well to diffuse power struggles. 2020-07-1422 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#24 - How OUR Personalities ContributeOne of the most important things we can do as parents is take a look at how WE are contributing to the current dynamics. This episode gives us a Great Opportunity to do just that, using the work of Nira Kefir, on Personality Priorities.2020-07-0729 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#23 - EnCOURAGEmentEncouragement is at the HEART of Positive Discipline (and Effective Parenting!!) - but what is Encouragement REALLY, and how can we support our children in Cultivating Courage?2020-06-3021 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#22 - Consequences ARE "Logical"Imposing Consequences for unwanted behavior can feel like a great option - sometimes the ONLY option. Neither is True. Tune in to better understand the side effects, and what else you can do!!2020-06-2328 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#21 - UNRavelling MisbehaviorDr. Jane Nelsen gives us "Magic Lenses" to see our children's misbehavior differently. We can use these lenses to connect with the child's NEEDS (to feel like they belong & are significant) rather than reacting to, and fueling, their (mis)behavior.2020-06-1634 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#20 - Birth Order & Why it MattersBirth Order is significant. It is one circumstance that influences how we (all of us!) show up.
When we as the family leaders learn about these dynamics, we can consciously choose to smooth them out for our children, rather than magnify them. 2020-06-0919 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#19 - The Positive Approach (to Discipline!)Part 1 of 7 - The ROOT of Misbehavior, a Kind AND Firm approach, and the Importance of Energy.
This episode accompanies and reflects the first two chapters in the original Positive Discipline book.
A closer look at Punishment & Permissiveness.2020-06-0222 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#18 - Stepping Off the Conveyor Belt (I)Do you frequently feel overwhelmed or frustrated by to-do's, emails, other people's expectations? Yes, yes, and yes?! I hear you! In fact I used to LIVE there.
It is very rewarding chart your own course. It's a journey best undertaken with grace and support.
2020-05-2716 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#17 - (Not) Speaking with PurposeWhen have someone's words stuck with you for decades?
Our words are powerful! If you are willing to step off Autopilot, you can use this tool, one I use daily.2020-05-2013 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#16 - The 5% SolutionWhat if shifting only 5% could make All the Difference? It turns out, IT CAN!!!
HOW can you reliably create space for just a 5% shift? So glad you asked...! 2020-05-1713 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#15 - What's Your Perspective?Often the more important something - or someone - is to us, the more attached we are to our own point of view, to how things "should be."
But is it true? What else is possible?
In this episode I share 2 stories of how My Own Perspective needed to get flipped on its head, in order for me to get the gifts!!2020-05-1313 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#14 - 3 Skillful Ways to Come Back from the BRINK!We ALL lose it - or feel like we are About To lose it - sometimes!!
Listen in for 3 no-nonsense ways to Recover - or Reconcile - with Grace.
In the process you'll be modelling and teaching your kids fabulous Life Skills!2020-05-0914 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#13 - What Does Progress Look Like?Swirling in overwhelm or power struggles with your kids? Beating yourself up on a regular basis?
I was there for a long time. Here are 3 of my favorite Overall Strategies for starting to move in a better-feeling direction. 2020-05-0311 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#12 - The Golden Goose - in QuarantineRecognizing and meeting our children's needs is so much easier when we remember One Thing. It's probably not what you think!2020-04-2109 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#11 - Sibling ConflictGetting involved in your kids' squabbles and dispensing justice can seem like a "given."
Most parents ask me how to Stop the Fighting, not realizing how they are unconsciously fanning the flames.
What comes up for you, after listening to this episode? I would love to hear your comments! Email support@relationalparents.org.2020-04-1418 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#10 - "All in Good Time"A very wise psychologist counselled me (and a room full of other preschoolers' parents) years ago, "Don't think about what your kids will be like when they're 15, think about how they'll be when they're 25!"
In today's fast-paced world of instant gratification, that can sound crazy - even terrifying!
Listen in and I'll share with you how his statement makes a ton of sense!2020-04-1015 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#9 - Morning Time - The Gift That Keeps Giving!This tool is so incredible that a book series is devoted to the idea of it! In this episode I share some of the biggest benefits to Morning Time, as well as what it looks like, and tips to get started.
How is it working for you? What questions do you have? You can ask in the Relational Parents (free) Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/RelationalParents2020-04-0714 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#8 - The Single Most Powerful Tool - Special Time!Would you like to see Incredible Results with very little time spent? If so, Special Time is the tool for you!! Open your ears and heart to the true spirit of the tool. When you approach it in the way it is intended, not only will you be looking forward to spending this time with your child, you'll begin to notice some other welcome changes...!2020-04-0218 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#7 - A Coach is Born!So often we see our Biggest Challenges in life as obstacles to overcome. I did too! What I have learned is, the Bigger the Challenge, the Bigger the Opportunity! Where can you apply this and see an opportunity in your life, right now today?2019-11-2510 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#6 - The Parenting PendulumDo you sometimes feel like you are taking one approach, and then another very different one, with your children? You are not alone!2019-11-2412 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#5 - Goodbye Montessori. Hello Winter.We all go through low periods throughout life, periods where things are not 'going our way,' either in one area of life, or many areas. In this episode I talk about my winter as a parent.2019-11-2412 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#4 - The Impact of a Single WordHave you ever had a moment that would change your life in ways you could not yet imagine? Today I'm sharing one of my life-changing moments, beginning with just one word.2019-11-2013 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#3 - How I Got Started Helping ParentsIn this episode I share a bit of my backstory - as you'll soon realize I was not always a very confident, courageous, or even effective, parent!2019-11-1914 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#2 - What does it mean to Them?Life today is so fast-paced, it can be very easy to stay stuck in our own perspective.
Our child/ren’s perspectives can be surprising! We have only to put down our own lenses and observe them, to get our first clue.2019-11-1711 minRelational Parents of Adolescents#1 - Gifts in the PresentReflecting on a tumble that I took in yoga this morning, and how it related to a challenging moment with my teen-age son.
There are so many gifts in staying in the present moment.
Years ago I would have created an intense amount of drama and made the situation so much worse. I've done a LOT of work on myself since then, and I'm excited to begin this journey with you!2019-11-1509 min