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Parenting Tools

The first question most parents ask after learning about Conscious Parenting is - "Okay I get it, but what do I do?"

When you are transitioning to a more progressive view of parenting, it may be helpful to post the following parenting tools and reminders around the house, on the refrigerator or wherever you are likely to see them everyday.

There is a natural hesitancy to try any new technique especially one that may be judged by others and perceived to be coddling.

Choosing a new set of parenting tools such as respectful communication, cooperative problem-solving and incorporating sensory tools for stress relief are at the crux of re-framing your beliefs about children and your ideas parenting.

Parenting Tools


Questions to ask yourself before punishing your kids.

  • Does this act uphold my family's value/belief system?

  • Does this act respect my child's feelings?

  • Does this act respect my feelings (or others, if involved)?

  • Is this act developmentally appropriate for my child?

  • What lesson am I hoping to impart?

  • Are my actions consistent with my intentions?

  • How does this act make me feel?


Conflict Resolution

The concrete TEACH tool and the will give you guidelines to follow when behaviors and needs and feelings are clashing and the Language Model will help you and your child develop emotional literacy by encouraging you to name big emotions for your child and use compassionate listening to move through meltdowns and back to a state of calm and regulation.

Self-Tests


The way to know if you are truly acting as your child's emotional coach and in alignment with your authentic parenting style is to check in and see how you feel after a situation with your child.

Have your actions and words left you feeling guilty or sad?

Or do you feel empowered and connected to your child?




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