On a scale of 1–10, how much panic or anxiety do you feel when you imagine your child having a meltdown at Costco—or in the middle of the park?

Has that fear ever kept you from making plans with friends or family because you’re worried your child might cause a scene and leave you feeling embarrassed?

This episode will show you how to respond with calm confident parenting, so you feel equipped instead of overwhelmed. You’ll learn positive parenting strategies that help you navigate those public blow-ups with kindness, firmness, and confidence—without falling back on yelling or threats.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN:

• The first response to your child’s upset that often lowers big emotions, resistance, or defiance.
• How to empower yourself to handle those dreaded parking lot meltdowns with gentle discipline.
• Why this simple two-step secret can transform your parenting journey and help you raise more resilient, confident kids.

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Join the wait list for their upcoming course! Casually, we think of it as, "The Dad course". 

Officially, it's called "How to Meet in the Middle: Winning more, with kindness & firmness at the SAME time." 

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