Building Wise Families Alan & Corrie

#010 - Do you crave routine? Hate routines? Peggy Osborne joins us to talk about why routines matter, routines you probably already have (whether you know it or not), and how to create intentional routines that build skills in our children. LinksVisit the You Are My Treasure Shop to purchase the New Beginnings book and don't forget to send Peggy an email to let her know we sent you!What to Do Now?Visit the Treasured Facebook group to connect with Peggy!

#009 - Do you often wonder, "Why does it seem like my child melts down more easily than others? What I'm doing isn't helping, but I don't know what else to do!" Listen in as Lynne Jackson and Lydia Rex join us to talk about their new "Sensitive and Intense Kids" online course and how it can help our family (and yours) move from the Stress Cycle to the Healing Cycle. LinksSensitive and Intense Kids Online CourseConnected Families FrameworkWhat to Do Now?Register for the Sensitive and Int...

#008 - You’re embarrassed because of the kids’ behavior in church, or they are being rambunctious and unmannerly at the supper table with friends over. You want to declare, “This is not the way we’ve raised them!” or rush in and make sure those kids know who is in charge (and make sure onlookers know too). Do these controlling behaviors sound familiar? What’s really going on under the surface of these behaviors in us as parents? Listen in as Alan and Corrie share a quick overview of what’s go...

#007 - “Just do it like I told you!” Sound familiar? How do we help our strong-willed kids learn responsibility AND get out of the constant power struggles? We are excited to release today’s episode, part 2 of our interview with Kirk Martin, where we ask him our questions about strong-willed kids. Make sure you check out last week’s episode for part 1!LinksSend Kirk an Email at kirk@celebratecalm.comCalm Parenting PodcastCelebrateCalm.comWhat to Do Now?Subscribe to the Building Wise Families ...

#006 - Have you ever said to yourself, “Why does this child have to be so difficult?!” In today’s episode, we are sharing part 1 of an interview about strong-willed kids with Kirk Martin, founder of Celebrate Calm and host of the Calm Parenting Podcast. He shares his no-nonsense approach to discipline and practical tips on how to control yourself while also giving your strong-willed child ownership of their choices.LinksCalm Parenting PodcastCelebrateCalm.comWhat to Do Now?Subscribe to the po...

#005 - Heather MacFadyen, Author of Don't Mom Alone joins Alan & Corrie to talk about the importance of community for parents and how to overcome isolating ideas with connecting truths.Episode Notes[3:53] - How our own beliefs about parenting influence our desire for community[5:41] - Common barriers to community[12:09] - Does the Bible talk about community?[20:06] - Modeling community for our kids[21:13] - Community for introverts[27:01] - Willing to be uncomfortable for the sake o...