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After a fabulous first episode, Chavie Bruk is back with some more wisdom about how to help our kids navigate difficult social situations and their mental health.

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In this insightful episode, we explore the delicate art of instilling values in our children while maintaining a positive and encouraging environment. Parenting is full of teachable moments, but how do we guide our kids toward making good choices without constantly correcting or scolding them when they misstep? We share practical strategies and inspiring insights to help parents model and teach values effectively, fostering a deeper connection and mutual respect within the family.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The importance of modeling the values you want your kids to learn.

• Positive reinforcement techniques that encourage good behavior.

Join the Conversation: We’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences! How do you teach values to your children in a positive way? Share your stories with us on Instagram @itsgilaross or send us an email at gilaross@gmail.com.

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Let’s navigate the parenting journey together—one teachable moment at a time!

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Parenting with empathy is more than just understanding—it’s about connecting with your child on a deeper level, even during challenging moments. In this episode, we explore how to practice empathy in the real world and share practical exercises to help you build stronger, more compassionate relationships with your kids.

Join us as we discuss:

• What empathy in parenting really means and why it’s so essential.
• How to see the world through your child’s eyes, even when their behavior is frustrating.
• Practical exercises to enhance your empathetic responses in everyday situations.

Practical Exercises:

1. Pause and Reflect: When your child is upset, pause before reacting. Ask yourself, “What might they be feeling right now?”

1. Empathy Role-Play: Practice imagining yourself in your child’s shoes. Consider their perspective based on their age, personality, and experiences.

Reflection Questions:

• Are there moments where you could pause and approach the situation with more empathy?
• How can modeling empathy improve your relationship with your child?

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• Share your experiences or favorite empathy-building strategies at gilaross@gmail.com

Empathy isn’t just a skill—it’s a gift we can give to our children to help them thrive emotionally and build strong connections with others. Tune in and discover how to bring more empathy into your parenting journey!

Check out my book, Living Beautifully! https://amzn.to/49zrC6z Listening is one of the most powerful tools in parenting—but it’s often easier said than done. In this episode of The Confident Parent Podcast, we break down the three essential elements of effective listening and explore how mastering this skill can transform your connection with your kids.

Reflection Questions:

• Do you give your full attention when your child talks to you?
• How do you react when your child shares difficult emotions?
• Are there ways you can model good listening skills in your daily interactions?

Actionable Tips:

1. Be Present: Put away your phone, make eye contact, and use body language that shows you’re engaged.
2. Use Reflective Listening: Repeat back what your child says in your own words to confirm understanding.
3. Pause Before Responding: Resist the urge to interrupt or jump in with advice; sometimes silence is the best tool.

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Listening is a skill that builds connection and confidence—for both you and your child. Tune in to learn how to make this powerful tool a part of your parenting approach!

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Should parents use incentives to motivate their kids? And if so, what kind of incentives work best, and when are they appropriate? In this episode, we dive into the often-debated topic of incentives in parenting. We explore the balance between fostering intrinsic motivation and using external rewards to encourage good behavior or achieve goals.

Join us as we unpack:

• The pros and cons of using incentives.
• Different types of incentives—material rewards, experiences, praise, and privileges.
• Guidelines for using incentives to empower kids rather than create dependency.

Reflection Question:

• How can you connect the use of incentives to your family’s values and goals?

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• Follow us on Instagram: @itsgilaross for parenting tips and episode updates.
• Share your feedback or stories about using incentives by emailing gilaross@gmail.com

Using incentives is not just about getting kids to comply—it’s about helping them grow into motivated, self-driven individuals. Tune in to this episode for practical insights and strategies to make incentives a meaningful part of your parenting toolkit!

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Parenting a child with ADHD can be both challenging and rewarding. In this episode, we tackle the essential tools and strategies for supporting kids with ADHD while becoming their strongest advocate. From navigating school systems to fostering self-confidence, we dive deep into what it means to empower our children to thrive. Take Action: Share your questions or ADHD parenting tips with us on Instagram or at gilaross@gmail.com Subscribe to the podcast and leave a review—it helps us reach more families like yours! Know a parent who could use this advice? Forward this episode their way. Together, we can help our kids shine bright and embrace their unique brilliance! 🌟

Get my almost sold-out book, Living Beautifully! https://amzn.to/49zrC6z Chavie Bruk adopted 5 kids and talks to us about her story of building a diverse family and shares so much of her wisdom with us!

We discuss using our intention in raising our kids, how to share from a healthy place, and how to advocate for our kids. It's a must listen to!!

Chavie describes herself as a juggler: leading a Jewish community with her sushi loving husband, caring for her five rambunctious kids (who are adopted), and living in the Wild West of Montana, where it’s ALWAYS winter (or so it feels). It’s an art to be juggler, to live our fullest potential and still have very real lives. Not the perfect, glossy, manicured ones we so often encounter.

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