Episode 135: Coaching with Melanie: Spirited Children, Big Feelings and Cooperation Issues

In this episode of the Peaceful Parenting Podcast, I sit down with Melanie for a coaching episode.

Melanie is a mom of two spirited boys – Ben and Eamon. We talk about the challenges Melanie is facing, from managing often intense energy levels and instances of aggression to understanding strong emotions and dealing with non-cooperation in daily routines. 

I give Melanie solutions, like introducing one-on-one time and sensory activities, prioritizing problem-solving situations, and reminding children that their parents are on their side.

We cover:

• [3:49] When Melanie’s son gets lost in play and becomes physically aggressive
• [5:58] Handling meltdowns at dinner
• [12:53] Running in the street to the car
• [16:28] Random acts of aggression
• [21:31] Finding your own triggers and then knowing what to do about them
• [30:20] Prevention tips of physical violence between the two boys
• [37:00] Sensory issues
• [46:40] Check in and update
• [55:51] Eamon’s random acts of violence
• [1:08:27] Helping Ben when he is tuning everything out

Download the episode transcript HERE

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