Case Study: Can Empathy Really Transform a Defiant Teen?

Peace and Parenting: How to Parent without Punishments - A podcast by Michelle Kenney, M. Ed

How did abandoning punishments and consequences transform a father-daughter relationship on the brink? Today, I sit down with Erik, a single father who experienced a profound change in his relationship with his daughter. Erik shares how he moved from seeing her behavior as manipulative to understanding it as a cry for help. His journey started during a crisis when his daughter was battling significant anxiety, stress, depression, and self-harm. Traditional methods of rules and consequences weren’t working, so Erik took a leap of faith with a radical, connective approach that changed everything.In This EpisodeShifting from rules to empathyRecognizing cries for help in behaviorBuilding trust and deepening connectionThe transformative power of words of affirmationThe importance of self-reflection in parenting🔗 Interested in our 1:1 Coaching? Book a Discovery Call with one of our team now💌 Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.📖 Check out my book UNPUNISHED!Follow Peace and Parenting:Instagram: @peaceandparentingFacebook: @peaceandparentinglaPeace and Parenting Facebook GroupMy ONLY sale of the year is on for Black Friday, check it out here: https://peaceandparentingla.com/black-friday-promo Did you miss the Organic Cooperation Event? Check out the replays here: https://peaceandparentingla.com/cooperation-event-replay-signupOur Sponsors:* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/PEACEAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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