Articles for Parents

The Art of Gentle Strength: A Martial Artist's Guide to Balanced Parenting

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November 26, 2024
The Art of Gentle Strength: A Martial Artist's Guide to Balanced Parenting

There's a moment in every martial artist's journey that transforms their understanding of power. It usually happens during their first board-breaking experience or competitive Jiu Jitsu match they win.

The Power of Pause: How 3 Seconds Can Transform Your Parenting

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December 5, 2024
The Power of Pause: How 3 Seconds Can Transform Your Parenting

Picture this: Your toddler throws a plate of spaghetti off the table. Your teenager slams their door. Your first-grader refuses to get dressed for school. What's your immediate reaction?

"The Pause Principle: Transforming Chaos into Connection"

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December 11, 2024
"The Pause Principle: Transforming Chaos into Connection"

Martial Arts Wisdom for Parenting: The Power of Pause

Understanding Children’s Needs

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December 22, 2024
Understanding Children’s Needs

This podcast explores the importance of understanding the underlying needs driving children's behavior, rather than simply reacting to the surface behavior itself. It presents a framework for identifying unmet needs (safety, connection, autonomy, competence) using examples like breakfast battles and homework resistance. The author emphasizes the need to…