Summary
What if the real breakthrough in parenting starts with you? In this episode, discover how the power of pause, play, and presence can reshape your relationship with your tween. Instead of rushing to fix behavior, you’ll explore how shifting your own approach creates space for growth, connection, and lasting change. Tune in and uncover what truly moves the needle in your family dynamic.

What to expect in this episode:

Why “driving the car” is a metaphor every parent should understand
How visual tools and playful structure reduce stress at home
The surprising power of co-regulation vs. correction
Why pause practices create more change than fast fixes
How belief in your child’s ability sets the tone for growth

About Yulia Rafailova
Yulia Rafailova is a coach, speaker, and founder of MindFull Education. She helps parents and adolescents build executive function through mindfulness, collaboration, and personalized strategies. With a background in academic consulting and lived experience with ADHD and anxiety, she brings empathy and insight to every family she supports.

Connect with Yulia

Website: Pause People Coaching | Mindful Education

About Dan Leibowitz, M.Ed.,M.Sped.,C.E.T.
Dan Leibowitz is an educator, consultant, and parent coach with over 30 years of experience. He supports families in building routines, co-regulation, and emotional self-awareness at home. With advanced degrees in education and training in educational therapy, Dan helps parents shift patterns to foster resilience and independence in kids.

Connect with Dan

Website: Pause People Coaching | Innovative Learning Services

Related Links:

EP135: It’s All About Control: Are You Ready?
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-135-its-all-about-control-are-you-ready
EP216: ADHD & Memory: It's So Important, I Forgot
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep216-adhd-memory-its-so-important-i-forgot

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