Powerful Parenting For Today's Kids

In this episode, I talk about how important it is to be alone, whether we are introverted or extraverted. This is the way we get to know ourselves and understand ourselves better and it vitally important. Join me as I talk about this topic! And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

In this episode, I update you on our son's first two weeks of driving and share how we allowed him to fly home by himself. It is astonishing to me how quickly he is growing up now that he has turned 16. And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

In this episode, I read my blog from last week talking about how to get back on track after vacation. Here is the link to the free download I mentioned in this episode - https://app.convertkit.com/landing_pages/406855?v=7. And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

In this episode, I talk about my month of very heavy travel and what that has meant for my self-care routine. Also, how we can get back on track when we return home. And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

When we were on vacation last week, my son told me that I had been playing with them a lot on vacation, but not as much when we are at home. I was surprised, as I felt I had been doing a good job at home. But it can be challenging as a mom who works from home full time. Join me as I talk about how I navigated that, and what I am doing back home. And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

As a mom it can be so easy to push yourself so far down on your own list you forget you are even there! But that is detrimental to everyone. In today's episode, I talk about why self-care is so important and what YOU can do about it! And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

Every so often, I have to talk about gratitude. It is literally the antidote to so many things we struggle with in life. It is darn hard to be grateful and depressed, or grateful and angry. It is the balm for our hurting souls. Join me as I explore gratitude and what it can mean for us. And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

You better believe they can! And even better, they can learn life lessons playing sports at the beach! Join me as I share some of the life lessons my son picked up this week playing in the Junior National Beach Volleyball tournament. This is my blog from last week, so if you prefer to read rather than listen, you can do so here http://erin-taylor.com/conscious-parenting/can-kids-learn-life-lessons-at-the-beach/. And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

When you are an active family, it can be really easy for Mom and Dad to drift apart. But that helps no one. In this episode, I talk about how to avoid being ships passing in the night. And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

I was talking with a mom recently who has a 2, 4 and 6 year old. She was feeling harried and stressed and it inspired me to talk to her and all moms of young ones in this episode. And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

The benefits of mindfulness have never been as evident as they are now, especially after hearing how the coach of the boy soccer team who was trapped in the Thai cave helped the boys to stay calm by meditating daily. Tune in as a take you through a very simple mindfulness practice you can use anywhere! And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

Our kids can trigger us so easily sometimes. That is what happens in intimate relationships where we know each other so well; it's human nature. But what can we do about it? There is a beautiful little gift called the Pause and in this episode, I talk about how it can help you so much in your parenting. And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

In this episode, I read my latest blog for those of you who like to listen on the go rather than sit down to read. And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

Do you ever tell your child they have five more minutes to play on their video game and come back five minutes later only to find that they have not gotten off the game? In this episode I break down why using strict time limits for screen time, particularly video games, may not be the best option. And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. And if you would like my FREE guide, 50 Ways to Make Screen Time Manageable in Your Home, visit here - https://app.convertkit.com/landing_pages/415915?v=7. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

It can be so tough sometimes to know how much to let go of our growing teens. They are at a stage in life where it is normal to breakaway, but yet they are also interested in experimenting with new (sometimes not healthy) things. Join me as I explore how to walk that fine line. And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

Do you find it hard to fit meditation into your life daily? It can be hard to find a few minutes to sit quietly (and alone) to meditate. That's why I love the Platform Technique so much and wanted to share it here once again. And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

In this episode, I share my thoughts on working from home this summer and trying to fit it all in. But I also share my deepest respect to full-time working parents (like my own parents were) as well as full-time-stay-at-home parents. We all deserve respect and support because it all takes work! And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

In this episode, I read my latest blog from last week, inspired by the view outside my hotel room window in Phoenix, AZ last week. And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

In this episode, I share my thoughts on helping our children to become the best drivers they can be when they first learn. My son is spending this week with his driving lessons before he gets his permit, and I thought it would be a great topic to share! And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support

I have a very special guest with me in today's episode - my daughter! She showed me a very cool illustration she saw on a tv show and I asked her if she would come on to the podcast to talk about it! We hope you enjoy today's episode! And if you have not yet joined my FREE facebook group, I invite you to do so here, where you can ask your most pressing parenting questions - www.facebook.com/groups/powerfulparentingfortodayskids/. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/powerful-parenting/support