Parenting Can Be Sooo Overwhelming! How Can We Lighten the Mental Load? (Ep 121)

In Episode 131, Kyle and Sara, LPC’s, have an in depth discussion about time outs. Lots of parents come to us no longer wanting to spank and they feel like time outs are the only other option available. In this episode we explore the history of time outs and why we thought we were going to use them when we had kids. As a child therapist, Sara was even trained how to teach parents the best ways to do time outs. However, there are many unintended consequences that occur in families when they utilize time out as a discipline strategy. We end the episode with other techniques we use in our home and coach other parents to use, so they can transition away from spankings and time outs. Get our video courses at https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com.View the full podcast transcript at: https://www.artofraisinghumans.com/if-parents-decide-they-do-not-want-to-spank-are-time-outs-the-next-best-optionVisit our website and social media channels for more valuable content for your parenting journey.Resource Website: https://www.artofraisinghumans.comVideo Courses: https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artofraisinghumansInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/artofraisinghumansPodcast Website: https://www.theartofraisinghumans.comThe Art of Raising Humans podcast should not be considered or used as counseling but for educational purposes only.

In Episode 130, Kyle and Sara, LPC’s, interview Dr. Laura Markham, the author of the books Peaceful Parent, Happy Kids and Peaceful Parent, and Happy Siblings. She is a trailblazer in the field of parenting. We talk with her about her journey actually creating and implementing the peaceful parenting approach with her own kids. She also gives parents great tips on how to help their children when they are struggling with their big feelings. Dr. Markham has been a huge mentor and teacher in our lives and we are so excited to give all of our listeners the opportunity to hear her wisdom and tips. Do not miss this episode!!!! Learn more from Dr. Markham:Website: https://www.peacefulparenthappykids.com/Newsletter: https://www.peacefulparenthappykids.com/newsletterGet our video courses at https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com.View the full podcast transcript at: https://www.artofraisinghumans.com/dr-markham-joins-us-to-discuss-does-peaceful-parenting-actually-workVisit our website and social media channels for more valuable content for your parenting journey.Resource Website: https://www.artofraisinghumans.comVideo Courses: https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artofraisinghumansInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/artofraisinghumansPodcast Website: https://www.theartofraisinghumans.comThe Art of Raising Humans podcast should not be considered or used as counseling but for educational purposes only.

In Episode 129, Kyle and Sara, LPC’s, interview Kimberly Amici, the founder of Build Your Best Family. Kimberly has such a unique voice in the parenting world because she speaks from the perspective as a mother, an entrepreneur and a designer. Years ago she began noticing that the tools businesses were using to build healthy cultures could be repurposed and used with families. In our conversation, she walks us through a great tool called the Family Retreat Packet. This is a tool Sara and I are very excited to utilize and add to our parenting tool kit. It gives parents clear steps they can take immediately and start forming a family cultural with their spouse and kids. Get our video courses at https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com.View the full podcast transcript at: https://www.artofraisinghumans.com/in-this-busy-world-how-can-we-intentionally-create-a-healthy-family-cultureVisit our website and social media channels for more valuable content for your parenting journey.Resource Website: https://www.artofraisinghumans.comVideo Courses: https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artofraisinghumansInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/artofraisinghumansPodcast Website: https://www.theartofraisinghumans.comThe Art of Raising Humans podcast should not be considered or used as counseling but for educational purposes only.

In Episode 128, Kyle and Sara, LPC’s, discuss the words and phrases we often hear from parents when they are describing their kids' negative behavior. We both feel strongly that words have power in shaping and forming not only how we see our kids but also how they see themselves. Sara and I discuss how just making a little change in the way we talk about our kids can make a huge difference in our relationship with them. This isn’t about sticking our heads in the sand and sugar coating their behavior but about learning to talk about their behavior in a way that actually helps them to change it for the better. Get our video courses at https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com.View the full podcast transcript at: https://www.artofraisinghumans.com/my-child-is-manipulative-and-disrespectful-and-what-to-do-about-itVisit our website and social media channels for more valuable content for your parenting journey.Resource Website: https://www.artofraisinghumans.comVideo Courses: https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artofraisinghumansInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/artofraisinghumansPodcast Website: https://www.theartofraisinghumans.comThe Art of Raising Humans podcast should not be considered or used as counseling but for educational purposes only.

In Episode 127, Kyle and Sara, LPC’s, interview Peaceful Parenting Coach Dajana Yoakley. We discuss what self-compassion is and why it is an important piece of becoming a more peaceful and loving parent. Sara and I share some of our own struggles with self compassion. Dajana gives us 3 steps all parents can take to help themselves begin to practice self compassion. This is such an important skill because it helps parents raise kids that have compassion for themselves as well. Dajana also shares information about her upcoming Intentional Life and Parenting Summit, which Sara and I will be speakers at. Definitely click the link and sign up because all of this great info is free. https://www.delightinparenting.com/intentional-parenting-summitGet our video courses at https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com.View the full podcast transcript at: https://www.artofraisinghumans.com/why-is-loving-and-forgiving-myself-such-a-vital-part-of-parentingVisit our website and social media channels for more valuable content for your parenting journey.Resource Website: https://www.artofraisinghumans.comVideo Courses: https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artofraisinghumansInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/artofraisinghumansPodcast Website: https://www.theartofraisinghumans.comThe Art of Raising Humans podcast should not be considered or used as counseling but for educational purposes only.

In Episode 126, Kyle and Sara, LPC’s, interview Zach Watson from @realzachthinkshare. He is blowing up on IG and TikTok right now discussing the topic of “Invisible Labor” in families. He is also a self titled “recovering man child”. As a dad and husband I find Zach’s content illuminating, challenging, and also encouraging. All too often I find myself shifting the labor and the burden of family life onto Sara’s shoulders because I am choosing to focus on other things. Most of the time I am not even aware I am doing it. This is the episode mothers and wives are going to want to share with their spouses. This will spark a very helpful conversation in your home today. Get our video courses at https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com.View the full podcast transcript at: https://www.artofraisinghumans.com/why-are-moms-carrying-most-of-the-responsibility-for-raising-kids-and-what-dads-can-do-about-itVisit our website and social media channels for more valuable content for your parenting journey.Resource Website: https://www.artofraisinghumans.comVideo Courses: https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artofraisinghumansInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/artofraisinghumansPodcast Website: https://www.theartofraisinghumans.comThe Art of Raising Humans podcast should not be considered or used as counseling but for educational purposes only.

In Episode 125, Kyle and Sara, LPC’s, discuss the importance of kids learning how to take responsibility for their actions. Many parents ask us, “How do you hold kids accountable without punishment?” We dive into how punishment is actually the parent taking responsibility away from the child, not giving it to them. We share the four steps we have found to help kids embrace taking responsibility and actually changing their behavior. Our ultimate goal is to raise children that hold themselves accountable for what they say they are going to do. Wouldn’t that be awesome!!!Get our video courses at https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com.View the full podcast transcript at: https://www.artofraisinghumans.com/how-to-hold-kids-accountable-and-raise-kids-that-take-responsibility-for-their-actionsVisit our website and social media channels for more valuable content for your parenting journey.Resource Website: https://www.artofraisinghumans.comVideo Courses: https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artofraisinghumansInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/artofraisinghumansPodcast Website: https://www.theartofraisinghumans.comThe Art of Raising Humans podcast should not be considered or used as counseling but for educational purposes only.

In Episode 124, Kyle and Sara, LPC’s, interview Paige Connell, mother of 4 and a social media influencer on Instagram and TikTok. She discusses the challenges parents face in sharing the responsibilities and the load of parenting. She has been featured on the Today Show, Good Morning America, and more. Sara and I share how inequity in our parenting started before we even had kids and how that led to Sara definitely carrying most of the burden, especially when the kids were little. Paige gives us clear steps couples can take to change these dynamics and model healthier relationship roles to their children. Get our video courses at https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com.View the full podcast transcript at: https://www.artofraisinghumans.com/how-to-parent-together-as-a-team-and-share-the-mental-load-as-a-coupleVisit our website and social media channels for more valuable content for your parenting journey.Resource Website: https://www.artofraisinghumans.comVideo Courses: https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artofraisinghumansInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/artofraisinghumansPodcast Website: https://www.theartofraisinghumans.comThe Art of Raising Humans podcast should not be considered or used as counseling but for educational purposes only.

In Episode 123, Kyle and Sara, LPC’s, talk with Nellie Harden, an author, speaker, and mother of 4 teenage girls. She shares with us the four tools parents need to build a strong foundation for their children. When children have been given a strong and sturdy foundation they are able to explore and navigate life with less fear and anxiety. Storms and hard times are going to come into our kids' lives. A strong foundation will make sure they not only survive these moments but actually overcome and thrive. This episode will be so helpful to parents with children of all ages. It is never too late to start forming and shaping a reliable foundation for the family. Check out her previous interview in Episode #111.   Get our video courses at https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com.View the full podcast transcript at: https://www.artofraisinghumans.com/how-to-create-a-foundation-for-your-kids-that-will-stand-up-to-the-storms-of-lifeVisit our website and social media channels for more valuable content for your parenting journey.Resource Website: https://www.artofraisinghumans.comVideo Courses: https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artofraisinghumansInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/artofraisinghumansPodcast Website: https://www.theartofraisinghumans.comThe Art of Raising Humans podcast should not be considered or used as counseling but for educational purposes only.

In Episode 122, Kyle and Sara, LPC’s, discuss how parenting and marriage are not as different as most people think they are. Many if not most of the skills needed to have a great marriage are also needed to raise healthy and happy kids. What are the skills that help people not only succeed in these roles but also with friends and coworkers? We talk about how approaching parenting from a skills based perspective helps us thrive in many different types of relationships.  Get our video courses at https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com.View the full podcast transcript at: https://www.artofraisinghumans.com/what-are-the-most-important-skills-you-need-to-have-a-happy-marriage-and-be-a-successful-parentVisit our website and social media channels for more valuable content for your parenting journey.Resource Website: https://www.artofraisinghumans.comVideo Courses: https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/artofraisinghumansInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/artofraisinghumansPodcast Website: https://www.theartofraisinghumans.comThe Art of Raising Humans podcast should not be considered or used as counseling but for educational purposes only.