A Connected Families Podcast
The Power of Empathy: How to Teach Your Child to “Feel Another’s Feelings” | Ep. 53
“How do you think that makes your sister feel?” or “You can’t do that to him!” Sound familiar? As a parent you likely want your child to be known as kind, generous, sensitive, and empathetic. These expectations can cause stress…
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Thinking About How to Fix Your Marriage? Try This. | Ep. 52
Do you ever feel like you want to try and fix your marriage? Or change something about your spouse? The solution to this challenge might surprise you! In this podcast, Jim and Lynne Jackson (co-founders of Connected Families) are hosted…
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Got a Strong-Willed Child? So Did This Mom. | Ep. 51
Your strong-willed child is refusing to choose. You are offering two choices, just like you’ve learned. “Give your child some choices,” they said. “It will help them feel some control,” they said. But your child just stamps their foot and…
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Your Child Struggles to Transition. Here’s What to Do. | Episode 50
You have work to do and need to move on from playing with your child. They don’t want you to go. And they whine. They fuss. What can you do when your child struggles to transition? You asked. We answered!…
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The God-Given Gifts in Your Child’s Misbehavior | Ep. 49
It takes skill to misbehave! A verbal child often argues with you until you’re exhausted. An emotional child might cry or manipulate. A physical child is more likely to get aggressive or grab something they want. Though it feels frustrating…
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Why Demanding Respect From Kids Doesn’t Work | Ep. 48
Recently, we introduced you to Juan and Nita from South Africa. Today, we are excited to bring you a more in-depth interview where they share their heart for their two daughters as well as the 196 children who live in…
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What Causes Anger Issues in a Child? | Ep. 46
What do you do when your child gets angry? What causes anger issues in a child? When kids respond with angry, aggressive behavior, stress and fear are often the underlying emotions. Children who have experienced trauma often react with heightened…
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Parenting Kids from Hard Places with Unique Needs | Ep. 45
Are you parenting a child through adoption or foster care? Are you struggling with bonding to your child or their attachment to you? Your feelings of isolation and discouragement can be very real and overwhelming. As an adoptive parent, maybe…
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Enjoy Your Children the Way You Always Wanted To | Ep. 44
Are you scrambling to find clarity and help in your parenting? Are you struggling to find practical tools that bring lasting change? Do you wish you enjoyed your children more? Discover the power of connection and the hope of restoring…
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Parents: Feeling Burned Out? Try This. | Ep. 43
Feeling burned out at the end of the day? Does parenting (and discipline) leave you feeling overwhelmed and discouraged? If you are feeling “parenting burnout” there is help and hope. Perhaps you will identify with our guests today, Nate and Amanda.…
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