Tag misbehavior
From Slamming Doors to Peace: How to Calm a Dysregulated Child | Ep. 220
In this episode of the Connected Families podcast, we explore how to calm a dysregulated child with insights from Certified Connected Families Parent Coaches Alan and Corrie Thetford. Together they share how they evolved from demanding immediate calm to modeling…
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Why Little (And Not-So-Little) Kids With Big Emotions Benefit From Big Empathy
Got a child with big emotions? Toddlers and teens are known for their explosions of big feelings, but many kids simply “feel deeply” all their lives. Sometimes it seems those kids totally lose it at inopportune moments. It can even…
Are You Unintentionally Encouraging Bad Behavior? Here’s How to Switch That
Introducing the ABCs of Affirmation
The Power of Affirmation: 3 Ways Your Words are Life-Giving | Ep. 212
Does your child get discouraged? Does it feel like your child’s misbehavior seems to drown out the positive things you might notice? There is science behind the power of affirmation. You can learn to shine a bright spot on the…
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The “Stubborn” Child: A Simple Mindset Shift Might Transform Your Relationship
You know that child that digs in their heels and absolutely refuses to comply? If you’ve got a “stubborn” child that you just don’t know how to help, it can feel very isolating and discouraging. All the methods and things…
Moving to the Same Side of the Table: A Father’s Journey | Ep. 207
In today’s episode, Connected Families Co-Founder Jim Jackson interviews Stephen Freeman, a father of five, who shares how Connected Families impacted his parenting approach. Through coaching and practical tools, Stephen learned to see challenging behaviors differently and developed a deeper…
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Give Yourself Grace With the Do-Over | 196
In this episode, Jim and Lynne Jackson talk with Ruth Wharton about the transformative power of “do-overs.” They unpack how this practice mirrors the gospel by encouraging us to give ourselves grace, seek forgiveness, and mend relationships. They share the…
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Strengths and Weaknesses: What a Child’s Misbehavior Tells Us | Ep 195
When faced with your child’s misbehavior, it’s tempting to focus on their weaknesses: poor emotional regulation, lack of self-control, or dishonesty. But what if you could see beneath these struggles to recognize the God-given strengths hidden within? At Connected Families,…
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Focus on the Good: The Surprisingly Awesome Thing About Your Child’s Misbehavior
Focusing on the good is powerful. “No one has ever said anything like that to me!” The rough-looking teen’s tough veneer had softened. I (Jim) detected tears in his eyes. What had caused this teen, a complete stranger and one…
Dreading Your Child’s Nearly Constant Need for Attention?
Fresh perspectives and practical ideas to help your needy child