Parenting with Impact

Aaron is the founder of “Parenting Teens that Struggle” and the host of the #1 Parenting Podcast “Beyond Risk and Back” which is in the top 3% GLOBALLY for parent podcasts.His new book, The 4 Prime Archetypes- Why we do what we do is out! It is personality profiling at it’s best! Get ready to point fingers at your loved ones, take a good long look in the mirror and understand WHY WE DO WHAT WE DO.Aaron is an internationally known lecturer on archetypal imagery, body language, and martial arts and the Founder and President of Fire Mountain Programs, and since 2004 has run kids camps, teen camps, and family programming. In 2009, he and his wife Christine opened a residential Mental Health and Dependency recovery treatment center for teens ages 12-17 in Colorado. Fire Mountain Residential Treatment Center was in 2019 named one of the Top 50 Healthcare Providers in the United States and in 2020 named one of the Top 100 Innovators in Healthcare. He was also recently (2022) inducted into the US Martial Arts Hall of Fame.23 years in personal addiction recovery, Aaron is also VERY ADHD... and it is his superpower.Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Aaron Huey about emotional parenting.How to Talk to Your Complex Kids [and Other Important Relationships]Strained communication can create a hot mess of misunderstanding and conflict -- whether it's with your kids or any significant relationship in your life. In this FREE guide, you'll discover your role in communication dynamics and 10 simple but effective ways to help you build more trust and calm in your communication with your complex kids -- and any relationship. Here is what to expect on this week’s show:Aaron emphasizes the significance of a parenting approach with strong boundaries, influenced by his parents' progressive attitudes with stern, traditional discipline and expectations. He credits his mom and stepdad for instilling in him the value of setting strong boundaries while supporting and uplifting children. This approach reflects a modern understanding that focuses on empowering children while maintaining clear guidelines and expectations. Aaron advocates for parents to acknowledge past parenting approaches, embrace radical change, and commit to making necessary adjustments for a better future. He emphasizes the importance of parents doing their inner work, healing past wounds, and being present for their children in a way that meets their needs.Neurodiversity Informed Coaching focuses on understanding behaviors as symptoms of underlying struggles, teaching parents coaching skills to support their children. By recognizing that behaviors are often solutions to unmet needs like safety, power, connection, freedom, and worth, parents can approach their children's actions with empathy. Parenting strategies involve understanding the reasons for a child's behavior and avoiding emotional reactions. By analyzing the why behind a child's actions, parents can address root causes rather than just reacting. Aaron stresses the significance of expressing love and support, emphasizing that the love we withhold is the pain we carry, affecting not only ourselves but also our children and relationships. By creating a space for open communication, understanding, and empathy, individuals can navigate the challenges of parenting and relationships with compassion and resilience.Links Mentioned:Website: www.parentingteensthatstruggle.comBook The Four Prime Archetypes: Why We Do What We Do: https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B0CSWRLF74/?tag=im0ea3-20Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent@impactparentLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/@impactparentsX (fkaTwitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents@impactparentsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit m

Prominent voices Elaine and Diane discuss the importance of celebrating children's strengths alongside struggles to build self-awareness and resilience. They emphasize the impact of positive feedback on self-esteem and growth, highlighting the significance of persistently offering compliments for children to internalize positive affirmations.

Derek, a coach and self-exploration enthusiast, discusses understanding different learning styles. He shares tips on parenting complex kids, embracing movement for personal growth, and exploring strengths and challenges with a focus on processing modalities. The podcast also delves into tailored learning techniques for children, fostering curiosity and independence, and reflections on transformative parenting insights.

This episode brings you another Success Story from the ImpactParents Community! Diane and Andy are dedicated parents who have navigated the challenges of their son's ADHD complex diagnosis since he was ten years old. Seeking support from Impact Parents, they have actively engaged in coaching and resources to better understand and support their son's needs. Diane and Andy’s journey has been marked by a deep acknowledgment of the reality of ADHD, leading them to prioritize support and understanding over frustration. They have shown remarkable growth in their parenting journey, emphasizing patience, understanding, and effective co-parenting to support their son and others with similar tendencies. Their commitment to working together and embracing different parenting styles has led to significant progress in their shared journey of supporting their son's ADHD. Listen to this inspiring Success Stories Edition of Parenting With Impact episode with Diane and Andy Solomon about parent success.Top 12 Tips To Help Your Complex KidsGot complex kids? Yeah, so do we. Parenting a complex kid can be frustrating, overwhelming, and isolating. It can also be incredibly rewarding -- with the right help and guidance! This FREE insider's guide  from the experts at ImpactParents includes our top 12 tips to help you create a calm, peaceful home and guide your kids to become more independent every day.Here is what to expect on this week’s show:Diane and Andy explain Parent Training and Support is crucial in understanding and supporting children with ADHD. Through this training, parents can gain a deeper understanding of their child's ADHD diagnosis, leading to a shift in perspective from frustration to acceptance. Diane and Andy have shifted from a dictatorship parenting style to a more conversational and supportive approach. By focusing on building relationships and gaining buy-in from their children, they have seen significant improvements in their relationships and outcomes for their kids. Diane and Andy have shown that parents can have different approaches to parenting while still successfully co-parenting and supporting their children. Despite their differences, they have managed to parent together effectively, demonstrating that there is no one-size-fits-all method to parenting. Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent@impactparentLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/@impactparentsX (fka Twitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents@impactparentsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to Elaine and Diane discuss the challenges of trust-building with neurodiverse children and the importance of setting realistic expectations. They emphasize the impact of trust in relationships and offer practical tips for effective communication and growth.

Deborah MacNamara, a highly experienced developmentalist, brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the field of parenting and child development. With a PhD and years of working alongside renowned author Gordon Neufeld, she has dedicated her career to understanding how children grow and thrive. Deborah's extensive background in academia, counseling, and teaching has allowed her to deeply immerse herself in the study of human development for nearly two decades. As a faculty member at the esteemed Neufeld Institute, she continues to contribute to the field through her research, writing, and online presence. Drawing from her personal experiences with highly sensitive children, Deborah's work resonates with families of complex kids, providing them with valuable insights and guidance.Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Deborah MacNamara about adapting as a parent.Top 12 Tips To Help Your Complex KidsGot complex kids? Yeah, so do we. Parenting a complex kid can be frustrating, overwhelming, and isolating. It can also be incredibly rewarding -- with the right help and guidance! This FREE insider's guide  from the experts at ImpactParents includes our top 12 tips to help you create a calm, peaceful home and guide your kids to become more independent every day. Here is what to expect on this week’s show:The developmentalist approach, explained by Deborah McNamara, focuses on understanding human development and its connection to parenting. This approach emphasizes helping children grow and thrive, and understanding what parents need to do to support their child's development. Parenting complex kids can be a challenging and rewarding journey. These complex kids require parents to adapt and be flexible to understand their unique needs. Parenting, in general, is an adaptive endeavor, but it becomes even more apparent when raising children with complex needs. The key to adaptation lies in keeping our hearts warm and maintaining a sense of care and patience, even in the face of frustration and stress.Neurodivergent development explores the challenges faced by parents of neurodivergent children. Deborah emphasizes the importance of creating supportive environments and providing structure, routine, and boundaries to help these children develop their identity and navigate the world. Trial and error is crucial for neurodivergent individuals to navigate their lives and find their passions. By giving them opportunities to be the answer to something, such as through volunteer work or involvement in a community, they can develop a sense of identity and learn appropriate behavior. The topic of holding on to kids while allowing them to let go explores the long-term relationship between parents and their children. Deborah emphasizes the importance of this throughout their development, from infancy to adulthood. She finds inspiration in Gordon and Gabbar's book, "Hold on to Your Kids." Holding on to our children means providing support and guidance, even when we are not physically present. It involves instilling our values and fostering a healthy and independent relationship.Links Mentioned:Recognizing and Managing Stress Triggers as Parents If They would Just... Guiding Kids to Take Ownership of Their Own AgendaWhat Support do ADHD'ers Need? Book Smart or Street Smart?What's So Wrong with Immaturity? Neufeld InstituteGet your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent@impactparentLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/@impactparentsX (fkaTwitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents@impactparentsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron Dodini, a seasoned clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience, shares deep insights into ADHD diagnosis and treatment. He highlights the evolution of ADHD assessments, advocating for family-centric approaches that recognize the complexities of adult diagnoses. Aaron emphasizes comprehensive treatment methods, integrating behavioral training and community support. He also encourages letting go of outdated coping mechanisms and embracing ADHD as a catalyst for growth, ultimately fostering a positive, empowering perspective on this often-misunderstood condition.

Explore how parental stress impacts parenting complex kids, highlighting the role of self-care for effective support. Learn about emotional responses, stress triggers, and managing parental stress. Gain insights on identifying triggers, promoting emotional awareness, and practicing self-care as a parent.

Discover the power of music and humor in connecting with others, especially during challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn how humor can strengthen relationships, motivate children, and bring joy to parenting. Explore the benefits of genuine humor in building connections with family and cultivating positivity in professional settings. Embrace laughter as a tool for creating lasting bonds and finding moments of relief and new possibilities.

Jesse LeBeau is one of today’s most highly sought after youth speakers and teen coaches. His unlikely underdog story has inspired millions of teens through his speaking, best-selling books and youth programs. He is one of the worlds premiere basketball trick artists and is regularly featured on TV, film, and international tours. Jesse’s new reality series ‘The LeBeau Show’ allows viewers the chance to follow him around the country and see firsthand the major impact he is having on youth.Listen to this Parenting With Impact episode with Jesse LeBeau about motivation and self care.Ten Self Care Tips for ParentsDo you give and give until you give yourself away? You’re not alone! In this FREE guide for caring (and exhausted!) parents, you may recognize some of the key tips -- but it’s always good to have a reminder! And then there will be some new ideas to help you put yourself back on your list and find a little more peace and joy in family life. Sure, your kids may need more than other kids. But that doesn’t mean you don’t deserve the care you need to keep helping your kids!Here is what to expect on this week’s show:Finding strengths and pursuing passions is crucial for personal growth and fulfillment. Jesse emphasizes the importance of allowing children to explore their own interests and not forcing them into preferred activities. He advises parents to support their children's strengths and help them find activities they are passionate about. Jesse emphasizes the power of attitude. He learned the significance of attitude from his father, who taught him by observing how athletes reacted to setbacks in sports games. Instead of focusing on their successes, they paid attention to how they handled failures and disappointments. This lesson had a profound effect on Jesse's life, teaching him that while we can't always control what happens to us, we can control our attitude towards it. By becoming the master of our own attitude, we can live a happier, more successful, and fulfilled life. Jesse stresses how the importance of self-care and grace are essential for maintaining mental and emotional well-being. He highlights the importance of prioritizing self-care and adopting a positive attitude, even in the face of adversity. Jesse acknowledges that everyone's experiences and backgrounds differ, but it is crucial to empathize with others and recognize the validity of their struggles. He encourages individuals, regardless of age or circumstance, to understand that they are not alone in their challenges and that seeking resources and support is a positive step. Jesse discusses balancing independence and parental guidance is a complex task for parents in today's digital age. One of the biggest challenges parents face is managing their children's relationship with technology, particularly smartphones and social media. Setting systems in place to monitor screen time and access is important, as the allure of endless scrolling and the influence of online content can negatively impact a child's life.Connect with Jesse:Website: https://theattitudeadvantage.com/welcome/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jesselebeautiktoksInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesselebeau/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5uw99zoDpcbs9I96N5jG9AFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thrivingteensLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-lebeau-243b4636/Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools https://impactparents.com/gift Connect with Impact Parents:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ @impactparentsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent@impactparentLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/@impactparentsX (fkaTwitter): https://twitter.com/ImpactParents@impactparentsLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices