1037: Kiva Schuler - "The Peaceful Parenting (R)evolution"
Welcome back to another inspiring episode of Thrive LouD with Lou Diamond! In this episode, Lou sits down with the magnificent Kiva Schuler, founder and CEO of the Jai Institute For Parenting and author of "The Peaceful Parenting Revolution." Kiva brings a wealth of knowledge and personal experience to the table as she discusses the core tenets of effective parenting.
Join Lou and Kiva as they delve deep into parenting philosophies and explore the delicate balance between giving teenagers the freedom they crave and maintaining a close, supportive relationship. Kiva shares her journey of raising two independent children as a single parent and how she instilled responsibility and resilience from an early age.
In this episode, you'll learn about the importance of personal growth for parents, how to adapt your parenting style as your children evolve through different life stages, and why it's crucial to allow children to navigate challenges independently. Kiva emphasizes the significance of mentorship over advice, setting boundaries calmly, and creating a nurturing environment that prepares children for real-world challenges.
Kiva also discusses the evolution from traditional authoritative parenting to more empathetic approaches and the necessity of finding a balance between structure and freedom. She stresses the importance of not being an overprotective "helicopter parent" but instead fostering resilience and problem-solving skills in your children.
Don't miss out on the valuable insights Kiva shares on maintaining a healthy parent-child relationship while preparing your kids for the future. 📚👨👩👦
Topics Covered:
Balancing Freedom and Closeness in Parenting
The Personal Growth of Parents
Mentorship vs. Giving Advice
Setting Boundaries and Consequences
Adapting Parenting Styles for Different Ages
Overcoming Modern Parenting Challenges
Kiva Schuler's Personal Journey and Resilience
Additional Highlights:
Kiva’s favorite movie: "Dirty Dancing"
Her go-to song: "Wow" by Beck
Favorite non-dessert food: French fries
Favorite dessert: Hot brownie hot fudge sundae
Personal aspiration: Walking more and slacking less
Fun fact: Kiva has resumed tap dancing classes for older women
Ideal destination: Anguilla
Be sure to listen until the end where Kiva gives a shout-out to her resources at the Jai Institute For Parenting and how you can connect with her for more parenting insights!
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GI Institute for Parenting
Website:
Jai Institute for Parenting
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