In this episode of Real World Peaceful Parenting, Lisa Smith dives deep into the power of emotional intelligence and how it can revolutionize your parenting approach. Learn the core components of emotional intelligence—self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy, and more—and discover actionable steps you can take to create a connected and cooperative home environment. Whether your child is a toddler or a teen, this episode provides the tools to help you foster emotional intelligence in both yourself and your children for a lifetime of resilience and healthy relationships.

What You'll Learn:

• What emotional intelligence is and why it is crucial for peaceful parenting.

• How to model self-awareness and emotional regulation for your children.

• Practical strategies to create a safe space for kids to express their feelings.

• The importance of empathy and how to validate your child’s emotions without judgment.

• How to use storytelling and perspective-taking to teach emotional intelligence to kids.

• Key behaviors emotionally intelligent parents practice to foster strong connections and emotional resilience in their families.

In this episode of Real World Peaceful Parenting, Lisa Smith dives deep into the transformative power of emotional intelligence in parenting. Learn how to recognize, understand, and manage both your emotions and your child's, creating a home environment built on connection and growth. Lisa shares practical strategies to build emotional intelligence for yourself and your children, with real-life examples and actionable tips to start using today.

What You'll Learn:

• What emotional intelligence in parenting really means and why it's essential.

• The five core components of emotional intelligence: self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills.

• Practical ways to model emotional awareness and regulation for your children.

• How to teach your kids empathy, open communication, and emotional resilience.

• The importance of self-care for parents in maintaining emotional intelligence.

• Specific tools like emotional coaching and mindfulness practices to start using today.

In this special episode, Lisa Smith welcomes Stephanie Drake and Arthur Meyer, the comedic masterminds behind the hit web series ABC Parenting. They dive into the power of humor in parenting, how to connect with kids through laughter, and why it’s okay to laugh at the chaos of parenthood. Whether you're dealing with everyday challenges or just need a fresh perspective, this episode will leave you smiling and ready to embrace the joy (and humor) of raising kids.

What You'll Learn:

• Why humor is a powerful tool for emotional connection with your children.

• How laughter can help you navigate tough parenting moments and create stronger bonds.

• The importance of balancing humor with boundaries and discipline.

• Real-world examples of using humor to diffuse difficult situations, from bedtime struggles to meltdowns in public.

• The significance of self-regulation as a parent and how humor can keep you grounded.

• Why it’s essential for parents to laugh at themselves and not take everything too seriously in their parenting journey.

In this episode of Real World Peaceful Parenting, Lisa Smith dives into the complexities of reactive anger in children. Joined by Hive member Dina, Lisa coaches her through the challenges of helping her 9-year-old daughter navigate intense outbursts of frustration and anger. Learn how to go beneath the surface of anger to uncover and address the deeper emotions at play. This episode is packed with actionable insights for fostering emotional resilience and empathy, ensuring your child feels seen, heard, and supported in moments of emotional turbulence.

What You'll Learn:

• The underlying emotions behind reactive anger and how to help your child recognize them.

• How to hold space for your child’s emotions, allowing them to feel safe expressing their frustration and disappointment.

• Practical steps for moving beyond reactive anger, guiding your child to articulate their deeper feelings.

• Why empathy and validation are powerful tools in building emotional intelligence and resilience in children.

• How everyday disappointments can trigger larger emotional storms and how to guide your child through these moments.

• The importance of helping children tolerate life’s frustrations without turning to anger, leading to long-term emotional growth.

In this special episode of Real World Peaceful Parenting, Lisa Smith hands over the reins to Hive member Neil, who interviews her with real-life parenting questions. Covering everything from handling money conversations with kids to how peaceful parenting principles apply to pets, this "Ask Me Anything" episode offers deep insights and practical advice for parents looking to transform their relationships with their children. Whether you’re a Hive member or a first-time listener, this episode is packed with valuable lessons that can help you become a more peaceful, present, and connected parent.

What You'll Learn:

• How to handle big decisions like whether to have another child using a process that reduces anxiety and stress.

• The key differences between peaceful, dominant, and permissive parenting and why setting rules helps kids feel safe and secure.

• How to apply peaceful parenting techniques to pets, ensuring consistency in how you show up as a leader.

• The importance of healing your own childhood wounds and how it affects the way you parent.

• How peaceful parenting impacts all relationships, not just the one with your kids, but with your partner, colleagues, and friends too.

• Lisa’s personal influences and top book recommendations, from Victor Frankel to Byron Katie, that shape her coaching style and philosophy.

In this part two of The Magic of Holding Space, Lisa Smith dives deeper into the transformative power of holding space for your children's big emotions. She provides a step-by-step guide to help parents create a supportive, non-judgmental environment where kids feel safe to express their feelings without fear of judgment or dismissal. Lisa shares eight actionable steps to help parents build connection, foster emotional intelligence, and encourage resilience in their kids, all while maintaining boundaries and staying calm in the heat of the moment.

What You'll Learn:

• The 8 essential steps to holding space for your kids, including listening attentively and providing nonjudgmental support.

• How to stay calm and present during your child’s emotional storms without rushing to fix their problems.

• The importance of accepting all emotions and allowing your child to express big, messy feelings safely.

• Real-life examples of parents successfully applying these steps to foster emotional resilience in their kids.

• How holding space builds trust, strengthens relationships, and teaches kids emotional regulation.

• Practical self-care techniques to stay grounded and calm while navigating your child’s emotional outbursts.

In this episode of Real World Peaceful Parenting, Lisa Smith delves into the concept of holding space, a powerful parenting tool that fosters emotional safety, trust, and connection between parents and children. Lisa explains how holding space allows kids to process their emotions without judgment or dismissal, building their self-esteem and teaching them to trust their feelings. With personal stories, practical tips, and insight into why holding space is essential, this episode equips parents with actionable tools to create a supportive emotional environment for their children.

What You'll Learn:

• What it means to "hold space" for your child and why it’s essential for emotional development.

• How holding space builds trust and strengthens the parent-child relationship.

• Practical techniques for staying calm and present during your child’s big emotions.

• How to label feelings and encourage emotional intelligence in your kids.

• The impact of breaking generational cycles of dismissing or fixing emotions, creating a new path for your family.

• Why it’s okay to get it wrong and how progress, not perfection, is the goal in learning to hold space.

In this episode of Real World Peaceful Parenting, Lisa Smith dives into the transformative power of parental energy and how the thoughts we allow to "rent space" in our minds directly shape our interactions with our children. Discover how your thoughts create feelings, which in turn lead to actions, and learn practical strategies to shift your energy to create a more peaceful and cooperative household. Lisa shares her personal experiences and provides actionable steps to help you harness your energy and transform your parenting approach.

What You'll Learn:

• The impact of parental energy on the family dynamic and how it sets the tone for your household.

• How to recognize and reframe negative thoughts that affect your parenting.

• The domino effect: how thoughts lead to feelings, and feelings lead to actions.

• Practical strategies for shifting from negative to positive energy, including gratitude and affirmations.

• Real-life examples of how changing your thoughts can transform challenging parenting situations.

• Tips for setting daily energy intentions and conducting energy check-ins to maintain a positive parenting mindset.