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What if your child’s worst behavior is actually a cry for connection?
In this powerful episode of The Giant Builders, parenting coach Adriane Thompson shares a revolutionary perspective on childhood behavior, rooted in brain development and connection—not punishment. You'll learn how to shift from reactivity to responsive, confident parenting that builds trust, emotional regulation, and joy in your home.
💡 You'll Discover:
Why behavior is communication, not defiance
How the brain develops—and what that means for your discipline style
The role of play in emotional growth
How to reframe "don’ts" into age-appropriate “do’s”
Why understanding your own triggers is key to raising regulated kids
How faith and personal growth empower purposeful parenting
🧠 If you're a parent or grandparent looking for real change—this conversation is for you.
🔗 Connect with Adriane Thompson: [Insert Adriane's links here]
📌 Other parenting episodes: See the sidebar
💬 Drop a comment and share your favorite insight!
👉 Subscribe for more practical wisdom on family, faith, health, and business.
00:00 Intro
00:33 Meet Adriane Thompson
02:00 What is “Raising Kids with Purpose”?
03:00 Behavior is communication, not defiance
06:00 Understanding unmet needs and lagging skills
08:00 What brain science reveals about tantrums
10:00 What age the brain fully develops
12:00 Right brain vs. left brain: connect before correct
13:30 A real-life grandparenting example—reframed
16:00 Why saying “don’t” doesn’t work for toddlers
18:00 How generational patterns affect parenting today
20:00 The language of play: how to discipline through imagination
24:00 Faith + Parenting: how science backs biblical truth
25:45 Modeling emotional maturity through your own actions
27:00 Why routines matter (and how to use block scheduling)
28:00 What a discovery call with Adriane looks like
30:00 Overview of Adriane’s P.O.S.E. framework
33:00 Final advice: It starts with you
www.raisingkidswithpurpose.com
https://www.instagram.com/raisingkidswithpurpose
https://www.facebook.com/raisingkidswithpurpose
https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriane-thompson-6725b766/
Check out other episodes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfjLKUSlq5k&list=PLf7Uc6zi2pF84gvmFQuz5DbIUWgtQxU3v
Connect with The Giant Builders:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGiantBuilders
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiantbuilders/
YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCdhZSrC57PyP-QSWIaTeldg?sub_confirmation=1
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By Lois WyantWhat if your child’s worst behavior is actually a cry for connection?
In this powerful episode of The Giant Builders, parenting coach Adriane Thompson shares a revolutionary perspective on childhood behavior, rooted in brain development and connection—not punishment. You'll learn how to shift from reactivity to responsive, confident parenting that builds trust, emotional regulation, and joy in your home.
💡 You'll Discover:
Why behavior is communication, not defiance
How the brain develops—and what that means for your discipline style
The role of play in emotional growth
How to reframe "don’ts" into age-appropriate “do’s”
Why understanding your own triggers is key to raising regulated kids
How faith and personal growth empower purposeful parenting
🧠 If you're a parent or grandparent looking for real change—this conversation is for you.
🔗 Connect with Adriane Thompson: [Insert Adriane's links here]
📌 Other parenting episodes: See the sidebar
💬 Drop a comment and share your favorite insight!
👉 Subscribe for more practical wisdom on family, faith, health, and business.
00:00 Intro
00:33 Meet Adriane Thompson
02:00 What is “Raising Kids with Purpose”?
03:00 Behavior is communication, not defiance
06:00 Understanding unmet needs and lagging skills
08:00 What brain science reveals about tantrums
10:00 What age the brain fully develops
12:00 Right brain vs. left brain: connect before correct
13:30 A real-life grandparenting example—reframed
16:00 Why saying “don’t” doesn’t work for toddlers
18:00 How generational patterns affect parenting today
20:00 The language of play: how to discipline through imagination
24:00 Faith + Parenting: how science backs biblical truth
25:45 Modeling emotional maturity through your own actions
27:00 Why routines matter (and how to use block scheduling)
28:00 What a discovery call with Adriane looks like
30:00 Overview of Adriane’s P.O.S.E. framework
33:00 Final advice: It starts with you
www.raisingkidswithpurpose.com
https://www.instagram.com/raisingkidswithpurpose
https://www.facebook.com/raisingkidswithpurpose
https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriane-thompson-6725b766/
Check out other episodes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfjLKUSlq5k&list=PLf7Uc6zi2pF84gvmFQuz5DbIUWgtQxU3v
Connect with The Giant Builders:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGiantBuilders
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegiantbuilders/
YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UCdhZSrC57PyP-QSWIaTeldg?sub_confirmation=1