As parents, we can often find ourselves asking our children "why?" Why are they acting this way? Why do they always forget things? Why are they not listening? We think that what our kid is doing is the problem. If they just acted differently, we wouldn't get so frustrated and dysregulated. In reality, we have to step back in these moments and realize that it's not our kids that are the problem, but really our thoughts that are triggering us.   This week, I talk about why asking your kid "why" is never a good idea. I discuss why choosing different thoughts and answering that "why" on your own can lead to a greater connection with your kid.   Get full show notes and more information here: <a href= "https://thepeacefulparent.com/118" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://thepeacefulparent.com/118</a>

As parents, we can often find ourselves asking our children "why?" Why are they acting this way? Why do they always forget things? Why are they not listening? We think that what our kid is doing is the problem. If they just acted differently, we wouldn't get so frustrated and dysregulated. In reality, we have to step back in these moments and realize that it's not our kids that are the problem, but really our thoughts that are triggering us. This week, I talk about why asking your kid "why" is never a good idea. I discuss why choosing different thoughts and answering that "why" on your own can lead to a greater connection with your kid. Get full show notes and more information here: https://thepeacefulparent.com/118

As parents, we can often find ourselves asking our children "why?" Why are they acting this way? Why do they always forget things? Why are they not listening? We think that what our kid is doing is the problem. If they just acted differently, we wouldn't get so frustrated and dysregulated. In reality, we have to step back in these moments and realize that it's not our kids that are the problem, but really our thoughts that are triggering us. &nbsp; This week, I talk about why asking your kid "why" is never a good idea. I discuss why choosing different thoughts and answering that "why" on your own can lead to a greater connection with your kid. &nbsp; Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://thepeacefulparent.com/118" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://thepeacefulparent.com/118</a>

118. The Problem with Why!

Are you tired of yelling at your kids? Do you sometimes feel like they don't listen or respect you? Do you feel like the worst parent EVER? You're not alone, there is hope!

Join Lisa Smith -- Mom, Master Certified Parent Coach, Author and Speaker -- as she helps turn frustrated parents -- who regularly default to yelling, threatening and punishing -- into peaceful leaders within their households. As a former dominant parent, she has found the path to Peaceful Parenting and is dedicated to helping other parents find their way too! 

But be warned, this is not a "foo-foo" podcast that's going to tell you to let your kids do whatever they want without any rules or limitations. Each week Lisa will share the exact methods and step-by-step strategies she used to transform from an angry, controlling mom who was constantly upset with her son and husband, into a calm, confident, and connected leader in her home.

To connect with Lisa visit  https://thepeacefulparent.com/

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Are you tired of yelling at your kids? Do you sometimes feel like they don't listen or respect you? Do you feel like the worst parent EVER? You're not alone, there is hope! Join Lisa Smith -- Mom, Master Certified Parent Coach, Author and Speaker -- as she helps turn frustrated parents -- who regularly default to yelling, threatening and punishing -- into peaceful leaders within their households. As a former dominant parent, she has found the path to Peaceful Parenting and is dedicated to helping other parents find their way too! But be warned, this is not a "foo-foo" podcast that's going to tell you to let your kids do whatever they want without any rules or limitations. Each week Lisa will share the exact methods and step-by-step strategies she used to transform from an angry, controlling mom who was constantly upset with her son and husband, into a calm, confident, and connected leader in her home. To connect with Lisa visit https://thepeacefulparent.com/

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