Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane as they discuss motivation. How to Talk to Your Complex Kids [and Other Important Relationships]Strained communication can create a hot mess of misunderstanding and conflict -- whether it's with your kids or any significant relationship in your life. In this FREE guide, you'll discover your role in communication dynamics and 10 simple but effective ways to help you build more trust and calm in your communication with your complex kids -- and any relationship. https://impactparents.pages.ontraport.net/communication-tools?utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_source=episode&utm_medium=cta&utm_content=communication Here is what to expect on this week’s show:Elaine and Diane explain rather than solely emphasizing external standards, encourage children to tap into their intrinsic motivation and values.Building a foundation of positivity and encouragement in relationships can strengthen trust and communication.Elaine and Diane discuss employing tools such as showing compassion, asking open-ended questions, and acknowledging positive aspects first when offering feedback. Related Links:A Raccoon on Meth:  https://georgemahood.substack.com/p/a-raccoon-on-meth3 Step Method to ACE Communication with Complex Kids & Teens:  https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/3-steps-to-ace-communication-with-complex-kids-teens/How Do I Get My Kids to Talk to Me? 4 Communication Tools:  https://youtu.be/z_sfOuGaEC0Success! Curiosity & the Coach-Approach Transformed the Tone of Her Home:  https://youtu.be/CcHgigVXwFkConnection & Compassion: Parenting Children & Teens in Difficult Times:  https://youtu.be/0pZJhzfTeVUIt's No Mystery: Why Kids Resist Help & How to Change It:  https://youtu.be/LMHWwk0IpiQThe 4 Sources of Conflict in YOUR Home: Part 1:  https://youtu.be/VpRSaIExzQ4?si=n7OlRbOS9uQXU5XZThe 4 Sources of Conflict in YOUR Home: Part 2:  https://youtu.be/T38c20219ho?si=4TuluF6mgj6j_kTRParenting ADHD Now summer summit -- Encore Package:  https://impactparents.securechkout.com/ParentingADHDNowEncoreR?utm_campaign=imp-purchase&utm_source=show-notes&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=parenting-adhd-now-summit-2024 Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparents Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent @impactparent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/ @impactparents Twitter: https://twitter.com/ImpactParents @impactparentsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices