Powerful Parenting For Today's Kids

In today's episode, I talk about the benefits of taking a walk and what to tune in to when you go on one. Join me today for a mindful walk! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

In this throwback to episode 15 of Maximizing Life in the middle, we talk about a time when our son found himself in a situation where he got a chance to utilize one of the things we discussed with him months earlier. In this story, we share the value of open communication and why it is so vital to build that line of communication between you and your child. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

In today's episode, I review verse 10 of The Parents Tao te Ching, As They Are. This verse talks about how children, if you allow them to, will teach you better than anyone else how to tune in to the present moment. Ah, but can you do it? Join me to hear more! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

In this episode, I talk about how important it is to be able to shift focus as a parent. This is not something I was born easily able to do. As a task-oriented, goal-driven, organized person, I know what I want to do and I work hard to accomplish it. Children don't always allow you to achieve those goals and until I realized that and learned how to shift focus, I struggled mightily. I share my story here with you today in the hopes that it helps you get there faster! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

I recorded today's episode just a few minutes before I published it. A storm knocked out our power last night and it's still not on today, and so I am working from the library which thankfully still has power. Tune in to find out how I navigated my way through this challenging situation without slipping into negativity and misery, which never gets you anywhere.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

We are at about the midpoint of summer, at least according to our school schedules. How much have you been outside so far? If not, I encourage you to listen to this episode and get out there ASAP! Join me!

In this throwback to episode 14 of Maximizing Life in the Middle, we talk about how easy it is to get distracted when you live a maximized life. How do we manage all the stimuli that is coming at us? And how do we support each other when we do get distracted? This is the ultimate question, right? In this episode, we talk about some ideas to help keep the Monster of Distraction at bay! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

Today, I discuss verse 9 of The Parents Tao te Ching, talking about making space in your life and in your world. Join me to learn more!  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

Today, I wanted to share an app that I am using with my new teenage driver son and why I love it so much. Join me! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

In this episode, I share with you the ONE thing you must do in order to have a successful summer family vacation. Join me to find out what it is! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

In today's MOM episode, I talk about how powerfully practicing gratitude can change your life. The crazy thing is, the circumstances in your life don't have to change, but if you change your perspective and practice gratitude, your experience of life will change dramatically! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

In today's episode, Jay and I talk about some expenses that came up for us recently, and how he moved through from a place of lack and scarcity to a place of gratitude. Join us, as this might just help you too! Oh and here is the link to the commercial that he references in this episode! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

In today's episode, we look at verse 8 of The Parents Tao te Ching. Are you modeling contentment for your children? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

Coco Gauff just had a remarkable run for a 15 year old at Wimbledon. Today, I share an article written about her parents, and I find it so inspiring for how we should all treat our young athletes. Here is the link to the article if you'd like to read it too! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

In today's episode, I share with you a helpful idea I came up with for being able to work in the summer while all the kids are home. I hope this helps you too! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

In today's episode, I share an experience we had last week and how I initially struggled through it, but then found a way to structure it so that I did not get drained in the process. Living mindfully is such an important and helpful way to live. Join me! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

In this throwback episode to episode 13 of Maximizing Life in the Middle that Jay and I recorded, we talk about the first week back to school and how it flew by and how it went in our family. Sometimes, life goes faster than we can keep up and sometimes it goes slower. That is part of why I am fascinated by time. Join us! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

Happy July 4th to all of my American listeners! Today, I discussed Verse 7 of The Parents Tao te Ching. Its message REALLY applies to youth sports and other things of that nature. I invite you to join me! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

This episode was inspired by a conversation I had with a friend when she was struggling with her teenage son. I hope this inspires you if you find yourself in a similar situation. Join me! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

In today's episode, I share a conversation I had this weekend and how it got me to thinking about how moms and dads are different and how we can embrace those differences to benefit everyone. Join me! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support