Today, we’re diving into something every parent can relate to: managing those waves of anger and frustration in our interactions with our kids. Let’s be real—those moments are hard. But when we pause to look inward, we often realize that the most important work in parenting isn’t about fixing our kids—it’s about working on ourselves.
In this episode, I’m sharing five practical, heart-centered strategies to help you navigate those tough moments with more calm and intention. These tips will not only help you connect more deeply with your kids but also empower them to grow into emotionally resilient and healthy individuals.
Parenting has a way of stretching us in all the best and most challenging ways. But here’s the thing: every tricky moment is an opportunity to grow alongside our kids. The work you’re doing inside yourself doesn’t just make you better—it ripples out to your whole family.
For me, this journey was about repairing the bond with my children and creating a relationship where they actually wanted to spend time with us—even when they didn’t have to. And let me tell you, seeing that play out is a win I’m endlessly grateful for. Let’s talk about how you can get there too.
What you will learn:
- Understand how responding to your child’s words, not their tone, can transform the energy of your interactions.
- Explore ways to help your kids navigate life’s ups and downs, building their resilience.
- Reflect on how your own childhood experiences shape your parenting approach.
- Learn the distinction between acceptance and condoning—fostering calm, thoughtful responses without endorsing negative behaviors.
Featured:
- Take the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Survey.
- Find more parenting tips from Bev Aron.
- Transforming Your Anger From Reaction to Response Online Self Study Course with Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma.
- Learn more about Dr. Arpita Gupta DePalma’s programs with Thought Work, MD, including 1-to-1 coaching for individuals, group coaching cohorts for organizations, and her online self-study courses HERE.
