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Ep 163: How to Stop Fixing So You Can Start Helping

25 min • 22 maj 2024

Parenting is a journey filled with challenges, triumphs, and everything in between. One of the most important skills parents can learn is the art of fixing vs. helping. It's a delicate balance that can have a profound impact on a child's development and well-being.

Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Elaine and Diane about fixing vs helping.

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Here is what to expect on this week’s show:

Diane and Elaine stress the importance of letting children know that it's okay to seek assistance, fostering collaboration and problem-solving skills.

Elaine and Diane agree; by staying composed, both parents and children can navigate difficulties effectively, validate emotions, and engage in collaborative problem-solving.

Elaine and Diane stress the importance of understanding and fostering resilience in children, especially in the context of neurodiversity.

Links Mentioned:

Parenting Style Quiz: https://impactparents.com/help-for-parents/free-parenting-style-quiz?utm_campaign=imp-freebie&utm_source=podcast-episode-163&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=parenting-style-quiz-new

Recognizing and Managing Stress Triggers as Parents: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y42_YS3w3Is&t=775s

How Do I Get My Kids to Talk to Me? 4 Communication Tools: https://youtu.be/z_sfOuGaEC0

Asking For Help: Why Is It So Difficult?: https://youtu.be/tK52aEi_VgM?si=eqikl2AjSQX_dIGS

Ask Your Kids: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/ask-kids/

Failing Forward: Make Every Mistake A New One: https://impactparents.com/blog/complex-kids/failing-forward/

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