Are you tired of power struggles, whining, and tantrums with your kids? Does it seem no matter what you do, they just. won't. LISTEN?!Friend, you are not alone...
100. Phones & Mental Health: The Silent Crisis Affecting Your Kids
Are smart phones making our kids sick?Join me in my interview withJoanna Bertken, student assistance coordinator and school psychologist for the Bozeman School District, Johanna Bertken is a Nationally Credentialed School Psychologist and Student Assistance Coordinator for Bozeman Public Schools. She focuses on student mental health, bullying, violence, suicide, and substance use. Recently, she worked with the district’s Wellbeing Committee to assess local trends in depression and anxiety and develop strategies to support students. One key recommendation from the committee is a district-wide shift to entirely cell-phone-free schools from K-12.Today, Joanna explains how smartphone use is directly linked to alarming increases in teen anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation since 2010.In this episode, we mention the Wait Till 8th Campaign: https://www.waituntil8th.org/Key Highlights from Today's Episode Include: • Cell phones and social media target dopamine systems through intermittent reinforcement schedules similar to gambling addiction.• Teenagers average 7 hours and 22 minutes daily on phones – equivalent to a full-time job.• we are drastically underestimating the risks online, while overestimating the risks of free-play • Major depression has increased 145% among teen girls and 161% among boys since 2010.• Algorithms deliver gender-specific harmful content: violence for boys, appearance-based content for girls.• Wait Until 8th campaign helps parents connect with others delaying smartphone access.• Many teens themselves want adults to establish boundaries they struggle to set themselves.• Parents should consider alternatives like limited-function watches instead of smartphones.• Replace "phones" with "cigarettes" in conversations to recognize how abnormal our permissiveness has become!✨Want more?1) Use this link for a FREE 20 min clarity call with Sustainable Parenting.2) Download the FREE pdf. on getting kids to listen.3) Buy a 3 session Coaching Bundle (saving you $100) - for THREE 30-min sessions 1:1 with ME, where we get right to the heart of your challenges, and give you small, powerful shifts that make a huge difference fast.
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99. Organize Your Family Life with JAM!
Busy family life can feel like a juggling act, but tools exist to simplify and organize it all. Jessica Etting, co-founder of Jam (https://www.jamfamilycalendar.com/) shares how her app helps families manage schedules and responsibilities smoothly.By the time you finish listening, you’ll know: • How your family can have less stress with a centralized family communication tool. • Features of Jam and how it aids in organization. If you're ready to streamline your family life, find Jessica’s app at https://www.jamfamilycalendar.com/ and use the code “Jam 20” for a special discount! ✨Want more?1) Use this link for a FREE 20 min clarity call with Sustainable Parenting.2) Download the FREE pdf. on getting kids to listen.3) Buy a 3 session Coaching Bundle (saving you $100) - for THREE 30-min sessions 1:1 with ME, where we get right to the heart of your challenges, and give you small, powerful shifts that make a huge difference fast.
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98. Understanding the Benefits of Montessori Elementary Education
Have you ever considered how different educational environments shape our children’s futures? In this episode, we chat with Kristina McKinney, a dedicated Montessori educator at Bozeman Montessori, who unveils the transformative power of the Montessori approach to learning. With a focus on nurturing independence, curiosity, and social skills, Montessori education stands out as a tailored alternative to traditional schooling. We explore the depths of Montessori philosophy, where each child's unique learning style is celebrated and catered to. Kristina shares how this method provides a responsive atmosphere that fosters engagement, creativity, and critical thinking in children. You'll gain insights into who benefits most from Montessori programs, especially those with neurodivergent needs, and how the method shapes well-rounded individuals prepared to thrive in various settings.Lastly, Kristina paints a picture of daily life in a Montessori classroom, illustrating how projects and interests guide learning. This organic discovery process invites us to rethink conventional methods and embrace education that aligns with children's natural curiosities. If you're contemplating educational choices for your child or simply interested in learning more about innovative teaching methods, this episode provides food for thought.Join us for a fresh perspective on education that encourages every child's unique voice and potential! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!✨Want more?1) Use this link for a FREE 20 min clarity call with Sustainable Parenting.2) Download the FREE pdf. on getting kids to listen.3) Buy a 3 session Coaching Bundle (saving you $100) - for THREE 30-min sessions 1:1 with ME, where we get right to the heart of your challenges, and give you small, powerful shifts that make a huge difference fast.
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97. Gentle Discipline: How to be firm, not punitive, to redirect behavior
This podcast addresses a common concern among gentle parents: How to set and maintain effective boundaries without resorting to punitive measures.Here are Sustainable Parenting I know the importance of discipline within the gentle parenting framework, and want to highlight the need for balance between empathy and structure.Research indicates that gentle parenting can face challenges such as inconsistent discipline and a lack of firm boundaries, which may impact a child's ability to develop self-control and decision-making skills. Additionally, misconceptions about gentle parenting, such as the belief that it means no discipline or that children get their way all the time, can lead to unrealistic expectations and stress for parents.By focusing on balancing boundaries, this podcast aims to provide gentle parents with strategies to navigate discipline effectively, ensuring their children develop essential life skills while maintaining a nurturing environment.Remembering that discipline is really about teaching our child better behavior, let's take a look at how gentle parents can discipline without needing to use harsh punishments.By the time you finish listening, you'll know: There are many ways parents can set firm boundaries while maintaining a gentle approach. Through practical strategies you will leave with skills to redirect misbehavior in a loving way. ✨Want more?1) Use this link for a FREE 20 min clarity call with Sustainable Parenting.2) Download the FREE pdf. on getting kids to listen.3) Buy a 3 session Coaching Bundle (saving you $100) - for THREE 30-min sessions 1:1 with ME, where we get right to the heart of your challenges, and give you small, powerful shifts that make a huge difference fast.
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96. Siblings Fighting Over Fairness
Did you know, 75% of families surveyed in 2004 said 75% of their children's fights with each other are over THINGS (ie. posessions). The remainder of the fights are typically over the parent's attention. And BOY can it be frustrating. Sibling rivalry often stems from children’s perceptions of fairness, affecting family dynamics significantly, so let's find some quick solutions today.This episode emphasizes addressing underlying feelings rather than merely trying to create equitable treatment, guiding parents toward a more effective approach to fostering cooperation among siblings.When you are listening, you'll know: • Common challenges of sibling rivalry • How to "solve the feeling, not the fairness" • Expert advice from books like "Siblings Without Rivalry" • Practical strategies for problem-solving within family dynamics • Ways to foster loving patterns in your family✨Want more?1) Use this link for a FREE 20 min clarity call with Sustainable Parenting.2) Download the FREE pdf. on getting kids to listen.3) Buy a 3 session Coaching Bundle (saving you $100) - for THREE 30-min sessions 1:1 with ME, where we get right to the heart of your challenges, and give you small, powerful shifts that make a huge difference fast.
Are you tired of power struggles, whining, and tantrums with your kids? Does it seem no matter what you do, they just. won't. LISTEN?!Friend, you are not alone. I have been there. And I can't wait to share with you the pathway to more joy and ease, getting kids to listen in a way that is still loving, kind and connected. Welcome to Sustainable Parenting. Here we bridge the gap between overly gentle parenting and overly harsh discipline, so you can parent with kindness and firmness at the same time.In this podcast, we share simple transformational shifts, so you can finally be the calm, confident parent you always dreamed you'd be. With my master’s degree in counseling, being a mom of 2 young kids, and 12 years of experience coaching and mentoring parents internationally, I have found the secrets to being a calm confident parent.These 15 min. episodes will drop each Wednesday and boil down parenting theory and psychology into bite-size strategies that are easy to understand and implement, and for that reason...finally feel sustainable.