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Real World Peaceful ParentingAuthor: Lisa Smith
Are you tired of yelling at your kids? Do you sometimes feel like they dont listen or respect you? Do you feel like the worst parent EVER? Youre not alone, there is hope!Join Lisa Smith -- Mom, Master Certified Parent Coach, Author and Speaker -- as she helps turn frustrated parents -- who regularly default to yelling, threatening and punishing -- into peaceful leaders within their households. As a former dominant parent, she has found the path to Peaceful Parenting and is dedicated to helping other parents find their way too! But be warned, this is not a foo-foo podcast thats going to tell you to let your kids do whatever they want without any rules or limitations. Each week Lisa will share the exact methods and step-by-step strategies she used to transform from an angry, controlling mom who was constantly upset with her son and husband, into a calm, confident, and connected leader in her home.To connect with Lisa visit https://thepeacefulparent.com/ Language: en Genres: Kids & Family, Parenting, Relationships, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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262: Why Your Child Saves Their Worst Behavior for You
Episode 262
Wednesday, 14 January, 2026
Have you ever wondered why your child is cooperative, polite, and regulated everywhere else but completely falls apart with you? In this episode, Lisa Smith breaks down the psychology and neuroscience behind why kids save their hardest moments for their safest person. You’ll learn why this behavior is not a sign of failure, but a powerful indicator of secure attachment. Lisa shares real-life stories, research-backed insights, and a practical framework to help you respond to after-school meltdowns, boundary testing, and emotional explosions with clarity, confidence, and connection.What You'll Learn:Why children often “hold it together” all day and fall apart at homeHow your child’s nervous system shifts from performance mode to safe modeWhy testing boundaries is often a sign of trust, not disrespectThe four core questions your child is asking when they melt down or push backHow to reframe challenging behavior so you stop taking it personallyA step-by-step framework to respond with connection while still holding firm boundariesWhat if your child actually listened the first time… without yelling, punishments, or power struggles?Join parenting coach Lisa Smith for a FREE 90-minute live class to learn how to discipline your strong-willed child without damaging your relationship—or their self-esteem.Register today: https://thepeacefulparent.com/class







