Joyful Courage - A Conscious Parenting Podcast

This week’s show is a solo show- the fifth of six in a series where Casey will dive deep into alternatives to punishment. For access to the show notes and more, go to besproutable.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s guest is Oren Jay Sofer, the author of Say What You Mean – A Mindful Approach to Non-Violent Communication. He leads retreats and workshops on mindful communication at meditation centres and education settings around the US. Oren is a graduate of the IMS Spirit Rock teacher training program. He holds a degree in comparative religion from Columbia University, teaches in the Insight Meditation community and is a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and a certified trainer of non-violent communication. Oren creates mindfulness training programs for a number of organizations including Mindful Schools, Kaiser Permanente, and 10% Happier. He lives in Richmond, California. Join us! For access to the show notes and more, go to besproutable.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week’s show is a solo show- the fourth of six in a series where Casey will dive deep into alternatives to punishment. For access to the show notes, including full transcripts, visit our website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World traveler, calm seeker, mom coach, multi-lingual speaker, Alexander Hughes, brings us her methods for supporting mamas in the chaos that is parenthood. The trials and tribulations of her own experience in motherhood would eventually fuel the passion of support she gives to other moms navigating the same road. Alex has created a soft space for mamas feeling out of control to find their rhythm and calm. At her website inneressencecoaching.com one has access to her workshops, authentic words of wisdom and that much needed place to connect with someone who gets it. With three kids and a handful of international moves Alex knows what it means to feel out of control in the mama chaos – which is why she has turned over every rock to find that much needed calm. We really should just make her wear a cape. For access to show notes, including full transcripts, visit our website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Takeaways from the show: The foundation of Positive Discipline Kindness and firmness Navigating misbehavior while you’re dysregulated Asking questions to get curious and understand Roleplay exercise Teens need a healthy sense of belonging and significance Teasing apart kind and firm statements Looking for a win-win Decide what you will do and follow through For access to the show notes and more, go to besproutable.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week’s throwback guest is Rachel Macy Stafford, founder of Handsfree Mama, best selling author and special education teacher. We are discussing letting go of distractions so you can focus on what really matters. Join us! “There is no space for perfection in parenting and living boldly. I want to live bravely, boldly, flawed and full of hope.” For access to the show notes, including transcripts, visit our website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Takeaways from the show Casey’s why to alternatives to punishment Putting relationship as a priority Supporting teens as they find their identity Adolescent narcissism Behavior behind belonging and significance Slide into the passenger seat Teenage autonomy Trust your teens will learn through their experiences Natural consequences Focusing on growing your kid’s life skills Learning from mistakes For access to the show notes and more, go to besproutable.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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It was my great honor to spend over and hour on the phone with Andy Smithson of TRU Parenting recently. We spent our time really digging into the way emotional triggers show up while navigating the challenges of raising kids, and Andy shared some of what he offers parents in the way of finding their calm. Enjoy!! "Not knowing is one of the most powerful tools and skills that we have as parents... It keeps us curious makes us let our children guide the process..." - Andy Smithson Resources mentioned during the podcast: Childbirth: My Journey from Fear to Peace The Quick Calm Toolkit How to Stop Yelling in 21 Days Get Off That Train!   TRU Calm: Parent Relaxation and Self-Renewal Series * Be sure to listen at the end of the podcast for a special discount offer from Andy to be used towards this product! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For access to the show notes and more, go to besproutable.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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For access to the show notes and more, go to besproutable.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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