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

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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.

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Kids, Blaming, and Apologies: Everything After “But” is Bull

May 08 2024 12 mins

When your child says, "I'm sorry, but..." you can be sure everything after "but" is bull. You can also be sure the inappropriate behavior will occur again because your child is not owning their mistakes. Here's what you can do to end the bull and improve your child's behavior. Articles referenced in episode: https://www.empoweringparents.com/article/kids-blaming-and-apologies-every

Grieving Your Child Who’s “Gone Wrong”

Apr 25 2024 12 mins

When your child has made really bad choices it is devastating and feelings of guilt and grief are normal and okay. This episode offers heartfelt advice on how to cope with these difficult situations. Articles referenced in episode: https://www.empoweringparents.com/article/grieving-your-child-whos-gone-wrong/ The Total Transformation® Program: https://www.empoweringparents.com/pr

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

Apr 18 2024 15 mins

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/arti

Am I a Bad Parent? Dealing With Parenting Guilt

Apr 11 2024 13 mins

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-par

When Kids Save Their Bad Behavior for You

Mar 27 2024 14 mins

spotify-template.txt 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 d

Learned Helplessness in Our Kids

Mar 13 2024 17 mins

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/

Parenting Tips Roundup

Mar 06 2024 11 mins

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 websit

Stop the Nightly Struggle Over Schoolwork

Feb 28 2024 18 mins

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.e

Consequences 101

Feb 21 2024 15 mins

You can’t punish your child into better behavior. Forget about over-the-top punishments or ineffective rules because you’ll just end up in a power struggle. Here's what you can do instead. Articles referenced in episode: https://www.empoweringparents.com/article/how-to-give-kids-consequences-that-work/ The Total Transformation® Program: https://www.empoweringparents.com/produ

Parent the Child You Have, Not the Child You Wish You Had

Feb 14 2024 13 mins

As soon as you knew you were having children, you probably began to dream about who they were going to be. But then reality sets in and you end up with a child that is different from what you expected. Understanding and accepting this is one of the keys to effective parenting and managing behavior. Articles referenced in episode: https://www.empoweringparents.com/article/parent-chi