Real World Peaceful Parenting

217: Perfect Imperfection - Why Your Parenting Mistakes Aren't Failures


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Do you ever feel like one bad parenting moment wipes out all your good ones? Like every time you lose your cool, you’re failing your kids? You’re not alone. In this episode, Lisa Smith dives into the truth about peaceful parenting—it’s not about being perfect, it’s about being real. She breaks down why yelling doesn’t make you a bad parent, how to shift from shame to self-compassion, and why repairing after mistakes is the most powerful lesson you can teach your kids. This is the episode every parent needs to hear—because parenting isn’t about perfection, it’s about connection.


What You'll Learn:

  • Why perfect parenting is a myth—and why imperfection is actually better for your child’s growth.
  • How your nervous system affects your reactions—and why understanding this helps you stay calm.
  • The real reason parents yell (hint: it’s not because you’re failing!)
  • How to repair after you lose your cool—step-by-step, without guilt or shame.
  • The power of modeling imperfection for your kids—so they learn how to handle mistakes with grace.
  • A simple mindset shift to break the cycle of self-criticism and embrace self-compassion in parenting.
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Real World Peaceful ParentingBy Lisa Smith