Podcasts
The 3-Second Parent: A Martial Artist's Guide to Staying Calm in Chaos
In this insightful discussion, martial arts instructor CJ TruHeart reveals how the simple act of pausing can revolutionize your parenting approach. Drawing from both martial arts wisdom and Harvard research, TruHeart introduces his groundbreaking "3-Second Pause" technique—a practical method that breaks down emotional regulation into three distinct phas…
"The Pause Principle: Transforming Chaos into Connection"
Martial Arts Wisdom for Parenting: The Power of Pause
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…
"The Black Belt Parent: Mastering Collaborative Problem-Solving with Your Child"
This podcast advocates for collaborative problem-solving in parenting, drawing parallels to a martial arts instructor's approach. It contrasts traditional top-down methods with a collaborative model that empowers children to participate in finding solutions. The author, Cj TruHeart, provides a framework for this approach, including tools and techniques …