Have a strong-willed child who doesn't respond to consequences, argues like an attorney, and refuses to do things your way? Good! You're in the right place. …
27:41106 views · 1d ago · 27:41
We are kicking off our Black Friday Sale with a game-changing idea you can practice tonight! Your child messes up—again. When an upset parent or teacher calls to report the latest incident, your child lies right to your face. You would feel justified lecturing and grounding your child—but what if that reaction is secretly training them to become a better liar?
29:23186 views · 3d ago · 29:23
"This is dumb." "You can't make me." "I'm not doing that!" When your strong-willed child spits out immediate pushback, your natural instinct is to correct their attitude and nip the disrespect in the bud. But reacting to that first emotional reaction is the reason families get stuck in endless power struggles. I want to show you a counter-intuitive strategy that works much better—complete with real-world examples for kids of all ages.
25:57191 views · 5d ago · 25:57
It’s so hard raising a strong-willed child! Traditional parenting truths like being consistent don’t work with this child. You’re clear with expectations, your child pushes back, and you’re left wondering, “Do I double down right now, or do I let this go?” Then you’ll second guess yourself or be judged. I want to show you how to confidently choose when to be wise, not just “right” in everyday power struggles.
26:52214 views · 1w ago · 26:52
Your child is visibly struggling with something they care about. You step in to help make it easier, and instead of saying "thank you," they explode. Suddenly, you're locked in a massive fight—feeling angry, unappreciated, and deeply resentful. Listen and walk away with exact scripts and real-life action steps to get your kids to actually listen and change—without the usual anger and power struggles.
28:41264 views · 1w ago · 28:41
Do you ever feel helpless when your child is melting down? Of course. Your child likely feels helpless as well. In this very personal and powerful episode, I give you the exact script I used to diffuse these situations...and respond the way I wish my parents had treated me.
31:31180 views · 2w ago · 31:31
Getting your child the support they need at school shouldn’t feel like a fight. But for millions of families, it does. In Zero Reject, an investigative podcast from , award-winning journalist Anya Kamenetz looks at how changing federal policies are reshaping special education — and what’s at stake for families trying to access the support their children are legally entitled to.
29:12241 views · 2w ago · 29:12
“If you would simply do what I ask you to do, you would be done in 7 minutes. But you would rather argue with me for 7 hours or days or weeks or years and lose everything you own!” That was our son! I tried to change him until I realized I was the one who needed to change. Tune in to this very personal episode to learn how to break the cycle of endless arguments, drop the power struggles, and finally build the deep bond you desire with your own strong-willed child.
30:41248 views · 2w ago · 30:41
If you feel overwhelmed with the stress and demands of school, extracurriculars, and a challenging child, you are not alone. So let’s make 7 stress-free shifts to calm the chaos, build positive momentum, and start feeling in control again starting tonight!
29:03403 views · 2w ago · 29:03
You have tried everything to get your kids to care about school—and nothing has worked. These are kids who cannot be externally motivated. How can you internally motivate strong-willed kids to care about school? How can you build their confidence so they have the capacity to push through and do difficult things in school? You will learn 10 actionable strategies and scripts you can implement today!
30:46422 views · 3w ago · 30:46
I have watched countless families ripped apart, spending 18 years fighting with their kids over something that doesn’t matter. It destroys both your child’s confidence and your relationship...so neither you nor your child enjoy their childhood. With zero upside. It’s an exhausting cycle you will regret and I don’t want you to waste another day trapped in it. Please share this important episode with other parents.
27:37296 views · 3w ago · 27:37
Do you have a child who struggles when plans change, who becomes rigid and digs in, or who completely melts down and can’t recover? I want to show you how to teach kids of all ages to be resilient emotionally, control their own moods, and be responsible for their school work...without you hovering or enabling them. Discover scripts to build a more capable, flexible, resilient child.
29:49386 views · 4w ago · 29:49
Want your kids to exhibit self-control and actually be responsible for their own emotions? Then you must learn the power of strategic silence. Whether you’re dealing with a toddler throwing a tantrum or a teenager furious about phone boundaries, this episode is a masterclass in strategic silence. Learn the exact moments to back off so your child can finally learn to control their own emotions and behavior.
32:04262 views · 1mo ago · 32:04
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26:54344 views · 1mo ago · 26:54
You have a strong-willed child who triggers you by talking back, blurting out, dawdling, having a messy room, doing things the hard way. Moms and Dads have different triggers. You will learn three ways to handle your triggers, get on the same page, and help impulsive kids. Plus we debut a BIG IDEA that will change your family quickly!
30:05320 views · 1mo ago · 30:05
You want your kids to clean up their rooms. You also want them to handle the inevitable frustration and disappointment of life's biggest messes—without throwing tantrums, whining, or fighting with siblings. In this episode, you will learn stress-free strategies to get your kids to clean up their physical spaces and navigate internal frustration...while building their confidence and a closer bond with you.
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