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Peace and Parenting: How to Parent without Punishments
Michelle Kenney, M. Ed
Frequency: 1 episode/5d. Total Eps: 432

Are you sick of parenting with the ideas of yelling and shame and looking for something that feels better, is different, but still has a sense of boundaries and limits?
Welcome to Peace and Parenting! Michelle is a former teacher, counselor, certified parenting coach, mom of two teens, recovering yeller, and perfectionist who parents without using punishments altogether. And guess what? It works! On this show, you’ll learn the how behind having kids who are entirely UNPUNISHED but who are also successful, kind, loving, and know how to follow directions.
Twice a week, Michelle shares her insights and expertise on connective parenting through solo episodes and interviews with experts and other struggling parents. If you have exhausted all other options and don't know what to do next, this could be the parenting strategy you've been searching for.
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How to Navigate Parental Guilt
Season 5 · Episode 345
jeudi 29 août 2024 • Duration 16:53
What if the key to being a better parent isn't being perfect but embracing our imperfections? It's time to get real about the rollercoaster journey of parenting, which is filled with mistakes, learning, and growth.
Today, I will talk candidly about the misconceptions around "parenting experts" and our own expectations as parents. I’ll share my experiences, exploring how moments of stress, like a recent family vacation, can shed light on our triggers and mistakes and how we can transform these mistakes into valuable lessons for ourselves and our children.
In This Episode:
- The myth of the "perfect parent" debunked
- Understanding the impact of high expectations
- Embracing mistakes as learning opportunities
- Navigating the emotional challenges of parenting transitions
- The importance of continuous growth and self-compassion
📺 Check out my YouTube Channel to watch this and more
🔗 Interested in our 1:1 Coaching? Book a discovery call by sending an email to: [email protected]
💌 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:
Facebook: @peaceandparentingla
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Interested in learning how to balance parenting and technology? Join my Plugged in Parenting seminar on April 29-30: https://peaceandparentingla.com/event-understanding-kids-technology
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Case Study: What to Do When Your Child Says "No" to Everything
Season 5 · Episode 344
mardi 27 août 2024 • Duration 15:28
What do you do when a nine-year-old flat-out refuses to take a shower? How might giving your child more autonomy reduce daily power struggles? In today's episode, we dive into these nuanced dynamics of connected parenting.
Joining me today is Jade, a dedicated mother juggling a blended family and her journey into connected parenting. Jade shares her struggle with her strong-willed nine-year-old daughter who challenges the status quo by simply saying, "No." Together, we explore the beauty of natural consequences, the search for autonomy in adolescence, and the importance of connection over control.
In This Episode:
- Embracing natural consequences over artificial punishments
- Supporting your child's search for autonomy
- Prioritizing connection to improve cooperation
- Guiding with questions instead of dictating
- Empowering children through their own decision-making
🔗 Interested in our 1:1 Coaching? Book a discovery call by sending an email to: [email protected]
💌 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:
Facebook: @peaceandparentingla
Peace and Parenting Facebook Group
Interested in learning how to balance parenting and technology? Join my Plugged in Parenting seminar on April 29-30: https://peaceandparentingla.com/event-understanding-kids-technology
Our Sponsors:
* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code PEACE for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com
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Maintaining Connection During the Teenage Years
Season 5 · Episode 335
jeudi 25 juillet 2024 • Duration 12:53
Have you ever felt like you're losing your little one as they grow into a teen? Imagine the mix of pride and heartbreak as your child starts to pull away, seeking independence while you long for those cozy, close moments. How do we navigate this bittersweet transition?
Today, I explore the emotional rollercoaster of transitioning from parenting young children to guiding adolescents. It's a journey filled with unexpected challenges and poignant moments of letting go. As our children grow and seek more independence, we often feel a deep sense of loss, coupled with the fear of not being needed anymore. But this phase, while challenging, is also a crucial period of growth for both parents and children.
I’ll share with you my own struggles and realizations during my daughter Esme's transition into adolescence. From feeling like the center of her world to navigating the painful moments of rejection and the need for autonomy, I want you to understand how important it is to reframe these experiences. By leaning into connection, understanding our children's need for independence, and finding new ways to bond, we can maintain a strong, supportive relationship.
In This Episode
- The emotional impact of children growing up
- Coping with feelings of loss
- Understanding your child's need for autonomy
- Navigating the push-pull dynamics of adolescence
- Balancing safety and independence
- Maintaining connection through the teenage years
🔗 Interested in our 1:1 Coaching? Book a discovery call by sending an email to: [email protected]
💌 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:
Facebook: @peaceandparentingla
Peace and Parenting Facebook Group
Interested in learning how to balance parenting and technology? Join my Plugged in Parenting seminar on April 29-30: https://peaceandparentingla.com/event-understanding-kids-technology
Our Sponsors:
* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code PEACE for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com
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Manifesting the Relationship You Want
Season 4 · Episode 245
jeudi 14 septembre 2023 • Duration 13:33
As a parent, I have come to understand the significance of positivity and self-belief. In today's world of parenting, it is crucial to reshape our relationships with our children. Instead of labeling them as "difficult," we should view their behaviors as a sign of struggle and support them accordingly. By fostering strong connection with our kids, we can bring a positive change in family dynamics and have a profound impact on our children's lives.
Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.
Buy my book UNPUNISHED!
Follow Peace and Parenting:
Facebook: @peaceandparentingla
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Interested in learning how to balance parenting and technology? Join my Plugged in Parenting seminar on April 29-30: https://peaceandparentingla.com/event-understanding-kids-technology
Our Sponsors:
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Why I Don’t Correct My Kids
Season 4 · Episode 244
mardi 12 septembre 2023 • Duration 17:25
Today I want to challenge some long-standing parenting beliefs, specifically the idea of correction and why the conventional methods of correcting our kids might not be as effective as we think. Children already know when they've made a mistake and our role as parents should be to connect and empathize rather than correct. I encourage you to try a ten-day challenge where you put aside correction and focus on nurturing your parent-child relationships through empathy, play, and affection. I truly believe it’s a journey worth exploring.
Join my new Connected Parent Mastermind designed for parents who want to strengthen their connection with their children, experience more love, and reduce frustration. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up now if you're interested.
Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.
Buy my book UNPUNISHED!
Follow Peace and Parenting:
Facebook: @peaceandparentingla
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Interested in learning how to balance parenting and technology? Join my Plugged in Parenting seminar on April 29-30: https://peaceandparentingla.com/event-understanding-kids-technology
Our Sponsors:
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Unpunished: Understanding Your Parenting Instincts
Season 4 · Episode 243
jeudi 7 septembre 2023 • Duration 11:15
As parents, we often encounter difficulties when our children bring up unresolved emotions and behaviors from our own upbringing. It is essential to be aware of these emotions and reprogram our natural parenting instincts so that we can respond with love, kindness, and understanding instead of anger and punishment. Today, I would like to share an excerpt from my book, "Unpunished," along with some useful journaling prompts that can help us explore our own history and emotions as parents. By doing so, we can gain a deeper understanding of our reactions to our children's behavior and improve our parenting skills.
Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.
Buy my book UNPUNISHED!
Follow Peace and Parenting:
Facebook: @peaceandparentingla
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Interested in learning how to balance parenting and technology? Join my Plugged in Parenting seminar on April 29-30: https://peaceandparentingla.com/event-understanding-kids-technology
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Understanding Your Child's Temperament
Season 4 · Episode 242
mardi 5 septembre 2023 • Duration 13:35
As parents, we often encounter kids with two distinct temperaments. The first type values their authenticity and won't betray themselves, even if it means risking their relationship with their guardian. The second type of child remains loyal to their caretaker and will do anything to comply with their wishes, often leading to a lack of personal growth. Rather than resorting to control to bring these kids to a middle ground, we can help them find balance by using connection and unconditional love.
Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.
Buy my book UNPUNISHED!
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Facebook: @peaceandparentingla
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Interested in learning how to balance parenting and technology? Join my Plugged in Parenting seminar on April 29-30: https://peaceandparentingla.com/event-understanding-kids-technology
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The Mother Wounds
Season 4 · Episode 241
jeudi 31 août 2023 • Duration 12:01
I was deeply hurt by two mothers when I was young, my biological mother who left when I was twelve, and my stepmother who came into the picture shortly after. Both of these mother wounds shaped the way I began my parenting journey and set me on a path that would have been similar for my children.
But it was this that led me to find connected parenting and I was able to change the way I parent and in turn, limit the mother wounds for my kids. If we want to prevent these mother wounds then we have to do the deep transformative work in our parenting.
Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.
Buy my book UNPUNISHED!
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Facebook: @peaceandparentingla
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Interested in learning how to balance parenting and technology? Join my Plugged in Parenting seminar on April 29-30: https://peaceandparentingla.com/event-understanding-kids-technology
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Sibling Rivalry: Why What You’re Doing Is Making It Worse
Season 4 · Episode 240
mardi 29 août 2023 • Duration 10:20
Today, I'm digging into sibling dynamics. From my own struggles with my sister growing up to parenting my two daughters, it's been a journey. When I became a parent of two girls I immediately started overcorrecting their fights, because I didn't want their relationship to be like mine was growing up. But that only fueled the fire. It took me a while to realize my actions were rooted in my past triggers.
Here's the deal: connection is everything. Sibling relationships thrive when individual bonds are strong. Check out today’s episode and the replay of my masterclass on Sibling Rivalry, it could be a game-changer for you.
Check out my masterclass Sibling Rivalry: Why What You’re Doing Is Making It Worse
Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.
Buy my book UNPUNISHED!
Follow Peace and Parenting:
Facebook: @peaceandparentingla
Peace and Parenting Facebook Group
Interested in learning how to balance parenting and technology? Join my Plugged in Parenting seminar on April 29-30: https://peaceandparentingla.com/event-understanding-kids-technology
Our Sponsors:
* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code PEACE for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com
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Case Study: I Didn’t Want to Spank
Season 4 · Episode 239
jeudi 24 août 2023 • Duration 24:48
As a parent, Casey faced immense pressure to resort to spanking her children. However, upon discovering my podcast, she felt a strong connection to my approach towards parenting. By joining the Connected Parent Mastermind, she was able to eliminate the use of threats and punishments altogether. Through this, she was able to foster a deeper connection with her children.
Join my new Connected Parent Mastermind designed for parents who want to strengthen their connection with their children, experience more love, and reduce frustration. Space is limited, so be sure to sign up now if you're interested.
Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.
Buy my book UNPUNISHED!
Follow Peace and Parenting:
Facebook: @peaceandparentingla
Peace and Parenting Facebook Group
Interested in learning how to balance parenting and technology? Join my Plugged in Parenting seminar on April 29-30: https://peaceandparentingla.com/event-understanding-kids-technology
Our Sponsors:
* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code PEACE for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
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