A Conversation on Parenting with Joe Newman
In this episode of the Coming Alive podcast, Barry Michels talks with Joe Newman, author of Raising Lions: The Art of Compassionate Discipline. Joe trains parents and teachers in how to transform difficult behaviors into respectful ones and provides a clear map out of chaos and into happy, harmonious homes and classrooms.
Together, they talk about:
Joe's Part X: Resisting authority and pushing against boundaries
Why he was late for everything well into his 30s
Embracing mistakes and moving forward without drama
How to teach kids autonomy
What to do when you're angry with your kids
How your child's Part X is trying to manipulate you
Why conflict is a necessary learning tool for children—they need it
The role of Reversal of Desire and the Black Sun in parenting
How to give your kids the tools to win the war for their attention
The importance of working on yourself in order to be of benefit to your kids
How to create a structure, or map, within which a child can make their own choices
Why it's important how you respond when kids don't adhere to your boundaries
You can learn more about Joe’s work at raisinglions.com.
