Do tantrums, backtalk, sibling fights, messes, noise and kids stalling or procrastinating stress you and make you want to snap?! Of course! But reacting fuels the very power struggles you are trying to stop. In this episode, I give you 5 practical scripts and action steps to stay in control…and put out these emotional fires for good.P.S. Change your family A ... Show More
Nov 8
How To Turn An Angry Child…Into A Resilient Child Who Can Hear, “No.” #653
"I hate you!" "You're too strict!" Whether it’s a tantrumy toddler hitting over jealousy of a new sibling, an anxious child slamming doors over a simple request, or a teen/tween lashing out over screen time limits, angry outbursts don’t have to spiral into shouting matches. Learn ... Show More
24m 46s
Nov 4
"You Can’t Make Me!" 5 Scripts When Kids Choose Harsh Consequences Over Cooperation & Reflexively Say No #652
If your child's default reaction to simple requests is immediate pushback, even if that results in a harsh consequence—or if they're actively rejecting your family’s values around food, faith, and daily routines—I promise it’s not usually defiance. And if you don’t understand WHY ... Show More
24m 44s
Sep 2025
How to connect with a child that shuts you down (without losing your cool)
Send us Fan MailThis episode will change how you see your child’s moods and how you respond to them.If you’ve ever tiptoed around your child in the morning, worried the “wrong” cereal bowl or shirt will set off a meltdown, this conversation is for you.Joining me is Dr. Alex Reed, ... Show More
1h 8m
Jan 2024
The Power of Being the Safe Parent
Ever felt the pressure to have kids who always toe the line, never stepping out of bounds? Let's challenge that notion today as we unravel the beauty of raising children who make mistakes, who try on different behaviors, and who are authentically themselves.But here's the catch: ... Show More
14m 19s