Unlock Your Child's Full Potential
Hey, amazing parents of 5 to 12-year-olds! Do you sometimes find it challenging to navigate the journey of cultivating happy, confident, and well-rounded kiddos? Wondering if there's a way to guide them without letting the world dictate who they become? Well, you're not alone.
Feeling a bit overwhelmed by the flood of info and different approaches? Who wouldn't be? As your personal development sidekick for your kids, I totally get it. In the midst of all your other responsibilities, shaping your children's potential might seem like a colossal task. But hey, fear not! We're in this together, and small changes can make a big impact.
This podcast is your haven if you're craving confidence in guiding your kids through life's lessons. If you're up for growing alongside your kiddos, gaining clarity on what truly matters, and consciously seizing those teaching moments – you're in the right place.
I'm here to be your guide, your researcher, the one who delves into books and brings in the experts. Each week, we'll unravel inspiration and easy steps to level up as parents. Perfect? Nah. Better than yesterday? Absolutely.
Why should you trust me? Well, I'm personally invested – a mom of three fantastic girls, with the oldest at 10. I'm on a mission to be the best parent and mentor I can be, helping my kids unlock their full potential. Join me on this journey, and together, let's teach our kids the lessons we wish we'd known sooner.
Episodes
90 episodes
Mastering Calm Leadership: What Horses Teach Us About Parenting with Shane Jacob [86]
In this episode, Shane Jacob, founder of The Horsemanship Journey and creator of Stable Living Coaching, shares transformative insights into how parents can build calm, confident leadership in their homes. Using powerful princ...
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Season 3
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Episode 86
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33:08
The Before & After: My Transformation with Positive Parenting with Wendy Snyder [85]
In this episode, I’m sharing a special conversation from my mentor Wendy Snyder’s podcast, where she interviewed me about my journey with positive parenting.We discuss the transformation I experienced - from struggling with old habits to...
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Season 3
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Episode 85
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25:49
Parenting Gifted Kids: Understanding Their Intensity, Emotions and Unique Needs with Sarah Strouthopoulos [84]
Traditional parenting methods often don’t work for gifted kids. Their intensity, sensitivities, and deep emotions require a different approach—one rooted in understanding, connection, and support.In this episode, I sit down with Sarah St...
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Season 3
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Episode 84
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30:30
Peaceful Parenting in Action: Creating a Home That Feels Good for Everyone with Sarah Rosensweet [83]
Parenting doesn’t have to feel like a constant battle. In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Rosensweet, host of The Peaceful Parenting Podcast and a parenting coach with over 20 years of experience helping families shift from conflic...
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Season 3
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Episode 83
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31:54
Parenting Through PMDD: Healing Hormonal Struggles and Becoming a More Conscious Parent with Chloe Peters [82]
Have you ever struggled with mood swings, depression, or extreme fatigue that seemed to come out of nowhere? Maybe you've been told it’s just stress, hormones, or a chemical imbalance—but deep down, you feel there’s more to the story.Tod...
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Season 3
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Episode 82
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31:12
How to Handle Teen Challenges While Strengthening Your Relationship with Jeanine Mouchawar [81]
Parenting teenagers comes with its own unique challenges, but it’s never too late to create meaningful connections and foster a peaceful home. In this episode, I sit down with parenting coach Janine Mushawar, who specializes in helping moms and...
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Season 3
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Episode 81
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35:38
Relisten: Parenting Together, Differently: Building Emotional Intelligence in Kids When Your Partner Isn’t Onboard with Stephanie Pinto [80]
In this episode I’m joined by Stephanie Pinto, an emotional intelligence coach and author of "From Chaos to Connection." Together, we tackle essential concerns: Navigating emotional self-regulationRaising emotion...
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Season 3
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Episode 80
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40:31
Parenting Through Bad Moods: Recognize, Counteract and Choose Joy with Matt O’Neill [79]
In this episode, I’m joined by Matt O'Neill, happiness coach, author, and host of The Good Mood Revolution podcast. As a father of four, Matt has dedicated his work to helping parents build happiness as a skill—even during life’s toughest momen...
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Season 3
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Episode 79
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38:56
Meeting Your Child's Emotional Needs to Prevent Destructive Choices with Richard O'Keef [78]
In this episode, I’m joined by Richard O’Keef, a renowned parenting educator and author of 9-1-1: What is Your Parenting Emergency?. With decades of experience teaching parenting education in communities and prisons, Richard shares his invaluab...
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Season 3
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Episode 78
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27:24
The Inner Work of Parenting: Healing Hidden Beliefs to Help Your Kids with Brad Chandler [77]
What if the key to helping your child overcome anxiety or challenging behaviors started with you? In this episode, Brad shares his powerful journey of self-discovery and healing, sparked by a desire to support his son. When a coach encouraged h...
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Season 3
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Episode 77
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27:46
Holiday Parenting Made Easy: Tips for Less Stress and More Connection [76]
The holiday season is meant to be magical, but for many parents, it can also feel overwhelming. Between managing endless to-do lists, navigating family expectations, and trying to keep traditions alive, it’s easy for joy to take a backseat to s...
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Season 3
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Episode 76
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11:21
Healing from the Inside Out: A Holistic Approach to Family Wellness with Sandie Gascon [75]
Ever feel like you’re doing everything right but still struggling with family health issues? This episode is a must-listen! I sat down with Sandie Gascon, a certified integrative healing practitioner, to explore how a holistic approach can tran...
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Season 3
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Episode 75
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27:14
Raising Kids with Kindness Starts with You: The Role of Self-Compassion in Parenting with Ruthie Aurand [74]
In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Ruthie Aurand, a fellow certified positive parenting coach, to discuss her transformative journey from traditional, reactive parenting to embracing a compassionate, mindful approach. Ruthie shares her ...
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Season 3
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Episode 74
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26:41
Speak So They’ll Listen: Positive Parenting Through Intentional Communication [73]
In this episode, we’re diving into the heart of positive parenting with our second key pillar: intentional communication. If you’re just joining us, I recommend checking out Episode 70 first, where we explore the foundational “paradigm shift” t...
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Season 3
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Episode 73
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12:42
Understanding Parenting Triggers and Reactivity: Calming Your Nervous System for Peaceful Connection with Natalie Bedard [72]
Ever find yourself struggling to stay calm in those heated parenting moments? This episode dives into the why behind our reactivity when our kids misbehave. Join me and energy healing specialist Natalie Bedard as we explore the link be...
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Season 3
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Episode 72
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28:33
From Bystanders to Upstanders: Building Moral Courage and Compassion in Kids with Dr. Janice Cohn [71]
In this episode, Dr. Janice Cohn, a seasoned psychotherapist and author, joins the conversation to explore how we can help children cultivate compassion, empathy, and moral courage in a world often overshadowed by incivility and violence. ...
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Season 3
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Episode 71
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27:04
Shifting Mindsets: Moving from Control to Connection in Parenting [70]
In this episode, we dive into the three major parenting styles—autocratic, permissive, and democratic—and how understanding each can help you create stronger connections with your children. I’ll share practical tips for shifting aw...
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Season 3
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Episode 70
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14:24
Breaking Free from Reactive Parenting with Veenu Keller [69]
In this episode, I sit down with Veenu Keller, a Life Coach, Behavior Specialist, and host of the *Redefine Parenting* podcast. Veenu brings over two decades of experience working with families to transform the way they communicate, discipline,...
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Season 3
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Episode 69
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29:04
Guiding Preteens Through Change: Practical Communication for Parents with Marcus Higgs [68]
In this episode, we sit down with Marcus Aurelius Higgs, a communication coach for parents of preteens (ages 10-14). Marcus helps parents strengthen their relationship with their children during these crucial formative years. Through his “SHOW ...
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Season 3
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Episode 68
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23:56
Back from Break: My Positive Parenting Journey and What’s Next
After an extended summer break, I’m back to share what I’ve been up to, including completing my Positive Parenting certification and coaching my first clients. In this episode, I reflect on the personal growth I've experienced—like setting boun...
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Season 3
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Episode 67
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4:08
What’s Essential and How Can I Let This Be Easy: Season Finale [66]
In this season finale of "Unlock Your Child's Full Potential," I reflect on the importance of prioritizing health and simplifying our lives. I share a personal update about taking the summer off to focus on my well-being and how I'm approaching...
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Season 2
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Episode 66
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9:28
5 Strategies to Help Your Autistic Child Thrive with Andrea Pollack [65]
In this episode, we tackle the unique challenges faced by parents of autistic children with actionable, evidence-based strategies. Join us as we welcome Andrea Pollack, a seasoned parenting coach specializing in autism and ADHD. With eight year...
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Season 2
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Episode 65
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25:05
Turning Social Comparisons into a Positive Force: Navigating Social Media with Shari Leid [64]
In this episode, we chat with Shari Leid, a friendship expert and life coach, about navigating the impact of social media on our children’s mental health. Discover how to turn social comparisons into a positive force, helping kids build self-wo...
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Season 2
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Episode 64
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31:03
Parenting a Disabled Child: Loving Your Kid Just as They Are with Kelley Coleman [63]
Meet Kelley Coleman, the author of “Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child”. This book is packed with valuable resources, compiled from Kelley's own experiences and the wisdom of over 40 experts, many of whom are dis...
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Season 2
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Episode 63
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40:57
Meeting Your Child's Core Emotional Needs with Nikki Bair [62]
Meet Nikki Bair, a parenting coach with a refreshingly practical and heart-centered approach to modern motherhood. Through her own journey of decoding the behaviors of "behaviorally challenging" children, she has uncovered invaluable insights t...
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Season 2
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Episode 62
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34:00