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In this week’s episode, I sit down with Ned Johnson, author, speaker, and founder of PrepMatters, an educational company providing academic tutoring, educational planning, and standardized test preparation.     Ned’s books have helped me through so many parts of my parenting journey and I share some of the stories in this conversation.   Listen in as we talk about: Why parents are so afraid to give their kids more control What a self driven child is How giving kids control helps them to be self motivated Tips for parents to manage their anxiety when it comes to their kids’ choices Tips to help your kids see the bigger picture   A professional “tutor-geek” since 1993 and battle-tested veteran of test prep, stress regulation and student performance, Ned has spent nearly more than 40,000 one-on-one hours helping students conquer an alphabet of standardized tests, learning and honing his insightful interpersonal skills. Ned coaches clients to manage their anxiety, and find the motivation to reach their full potential.     In 2006, Ned co-authored the book Conquering the SAT: How Parents Can Help Students Overcome the Pressure and Succeed, which tackles the outsized role anxiety plays in standardized testing. With Dr. William Stixrud, Ned co-authored The Self-Driven Child: The Science and Sense of Giving Your Kids More Control Over Their Lives and “What Do You Say?: How to Talk With Kids to Promote Motivation, Stress Tolerance, and a Happy Home”, due out August 17.    Their book explores how fostering children’s autonomy can help solve two challenges endemic to kids today: facing anxiety and developing intrinsic motivation. Ned is also the host of the PrepTalks podcast: conversations with parenting and education experts. Aa sought-after speaker and teen coach on study skills, sleep deprivation, parent-teen dynamics, and test anxiety, and his work is featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, NPR, BBC, and many others.    Resources mentioned in the episode:  Pre-Order his new book What Do You Say with co-author Bill Stixrud here Purchase Hunt, Gather, Parent by ​​Michaeleen Doucleff  Purchase 50 Dangerous Things You Should Let Your Children Do by Gever Tulley   Connect with Ned On Instagram On Twitter On LinkedIn On Facebook Prep Talks Podcast www.prepmatters.com   Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com 

In this week’s episode, I talk about the importance of fostering independence instead of pushing your kids to become independent.   It’s natural as a parent to worry that your kids will grow up not being independent, so we sometimes try and push them to do things for themselves when maybe they need a bit more love and nurturing.   The key is to find balance on both sides.   Listen in as I talk about: The difference between letting your kids become independent vs. pushing them to be independent Why it’s okay to do things for your kids that they can do for themselves Tips to foster more independence with your kids   To sign up for Sarah’s free workshop on Peaceful Discipline click HERE   Resources mentioned in the episode:  Special Time including ideas for roughhousing: https://www.sarahrosensweet.com/special-time-guide/  Self-Compassion: https://www.sarahrosensweet.com/self-compassion/    Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com 

This bonus episode is a Facebook Live that I did in my Facebook group with Afshan Tafler about the impact punishment has on our kids’ nervous systems.   I love learning from Afshan and every time we speak I feel like we could chat for hours.    If you listened to episode 5, you’ll know that Afshan focuses on how our emotional health connects to physical health and in turn parenting.   Lastly, be sure to check out my online course as Afshan will be doing a bonus training for all those that join before the cart closes on Tuesday, July 20, 2021.    Listen in as we talk about: The definition of being hijacked  The three states of our nervous systems What the nervous system needs to feel safe How your emotions and reactions impact those of your kids Why punishing your kids does more harm than good   Purchase my online course Transform Your Family Life here   Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com 

In this week’s episode, I sit down with Sangam, mom of a three year old daughter.    We chat about Sangam’s challenges in regulating her own emotions when situations don’t go as planned, and how to build a connection with her daughter when they had a rough start and she herself had a rough childhood.    Listen in as we talk about: Tips for parents to self regulate when feeling overwhelmed and how to pause when you’re feeling triggered What to do when you’re afraid you’ve messed up your child and how to move on in a positive direction  Three strategies to strengthen the connection between you and your child How Sangam implemented the strategies given and achieved an incredible outcome   To sign up for Sarah’s free workshop on Peaceful Discipline click HERE   Resources mentioned in the episode:  Special Time including ideas for roughhousing: https://www.sarahrosensweet.com/special-time-guide/  Self-Compassion: https://www.sarahrosensweet.com/self-compassion/    Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com 

In this week’s episode, I sit down with Afshan Tafler, who is a holistic Life Coach, Conscious Parenting Coach and IFS Practitioner.   Afshan helps you master emotional stress so you can transform your health and thrive in your relationship with your kids. She has become a sought-after wellness and parenting expert, and has been featured on leading Parenting summits such as Mindful World Parenting, Great Parenting Show, Embodiment Conference, Raising Your Strong Willed Child, and more.     Afshan is also a mom to a special needs and strong willed child, and is passionate about coaching parents with sensitive and spirited children to thrive in their relationships.   Listen in as we talk about: About reactive anger - when quick responses happen in the body - and how to not go there every time How your child’s nervous system and temperament is influenced by yours How to recognize when you’re not calm Identifying the state of your nervous system How to repattern the nervous system so that you can transform anger to calm   To sign up for Sarah’s free workshop on Peaceful Discipline click HERE   Resources Mentioned in the Episode Jon Kabat-Zinn Body Scan Meditation How to do a Body Scan Meditation   Connect with Afshan   On Instagram On Facebook www.illuminateu.ca    Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com 

In this week’s episode, I highlight some strategies and tools you can use to help you respond effectively when your kids use rude talk or backtalk.    When these situations arise, it’s because there’s something hard going on for them.. I’ll share with you ways you can navigate this in a peaceful, constructive way.   Listen in as we talk about: Why kids talk back The most effective strategies to navigate backtalk  How to respond to your child when they’re talking back Ways you make your kids feel safe, understood and supported Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com

This week’s podcast episode is a live coaching session  with Yael, who’s a mom of two young kids.   If you’ve ever had trouble getting your kids to sleep, or if they simply do not want to get dressed in the morning, this episode is for you.    At the end of this episode, I catch up with Yael to see how the strategies we spoke about worked.     You will learn actionable tools and tips on: Looking inwards to understand the root of frustration Ways to empower your kids to get dressed on their own How to support their decisions in an empowering way Tips to balance being there for your kids as they sleep, and “me” time Resources: Get Sarah’s Cheat Sheet to Peaceful Parenting Here  Get your free Special Time guide here   Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com 

In this week’s podcast episode, I sat down with my mentor and longtime friend, Dr. Laura Markham.      Dr. Laura Markham earned her PhD in clinical psychology at Columbia University and has worked as a parenting coach with countless families across the world. Her aspiration is to change the world, one child at a time, by supporting parents.      In this candid conversation, we explore the idea of power struggles, and how to transform it into encouragement and confidence for your kids.     Listen in as we talk about: Redefining what ‘power struggle’ means Tips for working through power struggles Ways to help your kids step into their power Actionable tips to build trust with your kids   Dr. Laura is the proud mother of two thriving young adults who were raised with her peaceful parenting approach; she lives with her husband in New York. Resources: What is peaceful parenting? Get Sarah’s Cheat Sheet to Peaceful Parenting Here  Purchase: Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids Purchase: Peaceful Parent, Happy Siblings Purchase: Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids Workbook Connect with Dr. Laura Markham here: On Facebook On Twitter On Pinterest On Instagram www.AhaParenting.com    Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com 

In this very first podcast episode, I’m so excited to chat with my three kids about peaceful parenting and learn about their perspective on growing up with parents who use these tools.     I learned so much from them in this candid conversation about what it was like being raised by parents who incorporated these tools from a young age.    What I loved most about this episode was the advice and feedback my kids shared with parents on how they can help their children grow, feel supported and understood.     Listen in as we talk about: The three big ideas of peaceful parenting How I became a peaceful parent Differences my kids have noticed by being raised with peaceful parenting What parents should from (from my kids’ perspectives) If they enjoyed growing up with peaceful parenting Connect with Sarah Rosensweet   On Instagram On Facebook https://www.sarahrosensweet.com 

Welcome to the Peaceful Parenting Podcast, the podcast where I cover the tools, strategies and support you need to end the yelling and power struggles and encourage your kids to listen and cooperate so that you can enjoy your family time. Learn why the peaceful parenting method has been so successful for my family, and how it can transform yours too. Be sure to hit the subscribe button and leave a rating and review!