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We are the home of The Total Transformation Program, the #1 parenting program of all time developed by child behavior expert James Lehman. EmpoweringParents.com has been giving our listeners “straight talk and real results” since 2007, and our podcast aims to do the same. Not only do we tell it like it is, we give you honest, practical, effective advice that you can start using today. Join host Kimball Lewis today and put an end to the most difficult child behavior problems: disrespect, defiance, backtalk, lying, laziness, motivation, and more.

The Empowering Parents Podcast - Child Behavior Help The Total Transformation Way Kimball Lewis

    • Kids & Family
    • 4.6 • 55 Ratings

We are the home of The Total Transformation Program, the #1 parenting program of all time developed by child behavior expert James Lehman. EmpoweringParents.com has been giving our listeners “straight talk and real results” since 2007, and our podcast aims to do the same. Not only do we tell it like it is, we give you honest, practical, effective advice that you can start using today. Join host Kimball Lewis today and put an end to the most difficult child behavior problems: disrespect, defiance, backtalk, lying, laziness, motivation, and more.

    When Kids Get Violent: “There’s No Excuse for Abuse”

    When Kids Get Violent: “There’s No Excuse for Abuse”

    Kids often use violence to deal with frustration, disappointment, and anger. It’s how they solve these problems. And it’s how they gain power in the home. Here's what you can do when your child or teen gets violent.


    Articles referenced in episode:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/article/when-kids-get-violent-theres-no-excuse-for-abuse/

    https://www.empoweringparents.com/article/should-i-call-the-police-on-my-child/


    https://www.empoweringparents.com/article/how-to-talk-to-police-when-your-child-is-physically-abusive/


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    • 15 min
    Am I a Bad Parent? Dealing With Parenting Guilt

    Am I a Bad Parent? Dealing With Parenting Guilt

    While it’s common to fall into the trap of feeling guilty, your guilt won’t get you—or your child—anywhere. Understand that when you blame yourself, you’re taking responsibility for your child’s behavior instead of holding them accountable for their behavior.


    Articles referenced in episode:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/article/am-i-a-bad-parent-how-to-let-go-of-parenting-guilt/

    The Total Transformation® Program:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/product/total-transformation-program-subscription/

    Our website:
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    • 13 min
    When Kids Save Their Bad Behavior for You

    When Kids Save Their Bad Behavior for You

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    Have you ever heard someone talk about how well-behaved your child is and thought in disbelief, “Excuse me? Are you talking about my kid?” We frequently hear from parents whose kids save their worst behavior for home. It’s a common problem. It’s one thing if your child acts out with everyone, but it’s a completely different thing when their anger is directed at you and only you.


    Articles referenced in episode:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/article/angel-child-or-devil-child-when-kids-save-their-bad-behavior-for-you/

    The Total Transformation® Program:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/product/total-transformation-program-subscription/

    Our website:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/

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    https://www.empoweringparents.com/product/parent-coaching/

    • 14 min
    Learned Helplessness in Our Kids

    Learned Helplessness in Our Kids

    When we do too much for our kids—when we over-function for them—we rob them of the skills and practice necessary to develop competence and mastery in life. Instead of learning life skills, they learn helplessness. Here's what you can do instead.


    Articles referenced in episode:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/article/learned-helplessness-are-you-doing-too-much-for-your-child/

    The Total Transformation® Program:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/product/total-transformation-program-subscription/

    Our website:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/

    Subscribe to our newsletter:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/newsletter-signup/

    Parent coaching:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/product/parent-coaching/

    • 17 min
    Parenting Tips Roundup

    Parenting Tips Roundup

    Some of our most popular and helpful parenting tips. Plus, a Total Transformation tip from James Lehman. Lots of great parenting content in this episode.


    Articles referenced in episode:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/article/8-best-parenting-tips/

    The Total Transformation® Program:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/product/total-transformation-program-subscription/

    Our website:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/

    Subscribe to our newsletter:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/newsletter-signup/

    Parent coaching:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/product/parent-coaching/

    • 11 min
    Stop the Nightly Struggle Over Schoolwork

    Stop the Nightly Struggle Over Schoolwork

    A major part of getting your child to do their homework lies in establishing a system so that your child comes to see that homework is just a regular part of home life. Once they accept that, you’ve already won half the battle.


    Articles referenced in episode:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/article/child-refuses-to-do-homework/

    The Total Transformation® Program:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/product/total-transformation-program-subscription/

    Our website:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/

    Subscribe to our newsletter:
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    Parent coaching:
    https://www.empoweringparents.com/product/parent-coaching/

    • 18 min

Customer Reviews

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55 Ratings

55 Ratings

sharonrk ,

Start these back up!!!

These are so awesome. Please start posting again. I love how the advice is never heavy-handed, there seems to no bias politically or with regard to religion. It’s just good advice and tangible action steps. I know I can just read the articles, but I love the quick podcasts.
Thank you for this content!

Jenny Dow ,

Phenomenally done!

Great content, good quality and starts to take the ideas further.

Lilacverbena ,

Great stuff!

Just wish they would add updates as they appear on their website!!

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