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If you’re looking for real parenting advice that works, you’ve come to the right place. Empowering Parents has been giving our readers “straight talk and real results” since 2007, and our po...
Many parents struggle with this concept of "natural" consequences because they don’t fully understand what constitutes a “natural” consequen...
At Empowering Parents, we often hear from parents who feel frustrated at their teenager’s bad attitude and irresponsible behavior. Whether i...
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 wi...
When your child has made really bad choices it is devastating and feelings of guilt and grief are normal and okay. This episode offers heart...
Kids often use violence to deal with frustration, disappointment, and anger. It’s how they solve these problems. And it’s how they gain powe...
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 y...
spotify-template.txt Have you ever heard someone talk about how well-behaved your child is and thought in disbelief, “Excuse me? Are you tal...
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 m...
Some of our most popular and helpful parenting tips. Plus, a Total Transformation tip from James Lehman. Lots of great parenting content in...
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...
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...
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...
If you find yourself doing everything for your child, you may be engaging in what I refer to as martyr parenting. Without even realizing it,...
The distinction between mild rebelliousness and disrespect has to be drawn very clearly. But how do you know for sure if your child’s behavi...
You are your child’s authority—that’s your role and responsibility. Do you have an emotional relationship with your child? Yes. But if you t...
If you’re struggling with disrespectful behavior from your kids then this week's podcast is for you. The Total Transformation® Program: http...
A child who uses anger with an angle looks like they’re losing control. But in reality, they’re using anger to gain control of their parents...
Parents face many challenges. And as we all find out, there are many, many challenges that we never expected or knew about before having chi...
One of the real tragedies of dealing with behaviorally disordered children is when you see everybody blaming each other. The parent blames t...
Responding to your child’s rage with your own anger is not effective. Instead, you need to have what I call a rage plan so that you know exa...
Kids thrive on the connection they have with their parents, and this includes the reaction they get from constant complaining and negativity...
As parents, it’s easy to focus on the kids and lose sight of ourselves and our needs as adults at this time of year. So, when we look at how...
There’s no possible way parents can control every aspect of their children’s lives. Here are ten things you are (and aren’t) responsible for...
Clamming up or exploding are both ways your teenagers attempt to manage their stress and defend themselves. In fact, these may be the only w...
James Lehman discusses and gives you insights about the following characteristics of kids with defiant behaviors: dishonesty, misinformation...
James Lehman discusses how kids reject positive role models but willingly accept negative ones. He also discusses our kids' wishful thinking...
James Lehman continues to discuss characteristics of kids with abusive and defiant behaviors. In this episode he discusses concrete transact...
James discusses in-depth the characteristics and practices of kids with obnoxious and abusive behaviors. He explains the fallacy of victimho...
Listen to James Lehman discuss the important concept of the "good enough" parent. You don't need to be perfect, good enough is good enough....
Listen to James Lehman discuss the myths about self-esteem and your child's behavior. Articles referenced in episode: https://www.empowering...
Listen to James Lehman discuss the real reasons for abusive, obnoxious, and defiant behaviors in your child. The Total Transformation® Progr...
Parents who are going through a separation or divorce, or have already been through one, should be aware of the issues it may cause with the...
When we hold our kids accountable, they learn to take responsibility for their actions. They also learn to think before they act. Here's how...
The morning routine is tough on a lot of families. If you’re struggling to get your kids off to school each day, you are not alone. At Empow...
Parents don’t want to admit an ugly truth—that sometimes they don’t like their child. If you feel this way and are scared, it’s okay. Parent...
Guilt and parenthood seem to go together. Maybe you lost control and screamed at your child today. Perhaps you blame yourself for your child...
Does your child mock or make fun of you? Mocking, imitating, and laughing at parents can be harmless fun, but it can also become an annoying...
We all experience anger (road rage, anyone?), but there’s a difference between punching a hole in a wall and counting to ten to calm down. A...
Tired of arguing and debating the household rules with your child? Here's a tip: explain yourself once and move on. You usually can’t end an...
Even before you become a parent, you start forming ideas about how you’ll raise your child. You get advice about it from all sides—your own...
Once you let go of trying to control your defiant child’s behavior and choices, you actually gain much more power. Putting energy into what...
Have you found yourself asking the question, “Why is my child always so angry at me?” Do you feel like your adolescent surrounds himself or...
Some degree of backtalk is normal for adolescents and teens—it’s how they learn to assert themselves and become independent. But too often,...
Once our children reach adulthood, their behavior patterns are very set. As a result, you need to know that adult children living at home wo...
Focus on your child's behavior, not his — or your — feelings. Personalizing inappropriate behavior often leads to fighting with your childre...
Blaming yourself for your child's behavior makes you feel terrible, and it doesn't help your child. A better approach is to focus on holding...
How can you stop all the over-negotiating and over-explaining as a parent and get your child to accept ‘no’ for an answer? Try these seven p...
Punching holes in the wall. Breaking and throwing things. Smashing your car’s windshield. Most of us never expect to face these behaviors fr...
Is disrespect a problem in your home? Here are 9 things you can do as a parent today to start getting respect back from your kids. Articles...
Does your child ignore every consequence you give him? In this episode, we discuss 10 specific ways to make consequences work—even for the m...