Episodes 285
Avg. Duration 22m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (222)
Since Jan 2021
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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About This Podcast

Are you tired of yelling at your kids? Do you sometimes feel like they don’t listen or respect you? Do you feel like the worst parent EVER? You’re not alone, there is hope!Join Lisa Smith -- Mom, Master Certified Parent Coach, Author and Speaker -- as she helps turn frustrated parents -- who regularly default to yelling, threatening and punishing -- into peaceful leaders within their households. As a former dominant parent, she has found the path to Peaceful Parenting and is dedicated to helping other parents find their way too! But be warned, this is not a “foo-foo” podcast that’s going to tell you to let your kids do whatever they want without any rules or limitations. Each week Lisa will share the exact methods and step-by-step strategies she used to transform from an angry, controlling mom who was constantly upset with her son and husband, into a calm, confident, and connected leader in her home.To connect with Lisa visit https://thepeacefulparent.com/

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283: "Why Are You So Sensitive?" Understanding the Truth Behind Defensive Kids

Jun 10, 2026 17m Transcript

In this deeply powerful episode of Real World Peaceful Parenting, Lisa Smith unpacks one of the most misunderstood behaviors in strong-willed kids: defensiveness. If your kid explodes, argues, shuts…

282: Why Your Kid "Doesn't Listen" (And What's Actually Happening in Their Brain)

Jun 03, 2026 15m Transcript

In this eye-opening episode of Real World Peaceful Parenting, Lisa Smith breaks down one of the biggest parenting frustrations: why kids don’t seem to listen the first time. If you’ve ever found…

281: You Trained Your Kid to Ignore You (And How to Undo It)

May 27, 2026 31m Transcript

Why does your kid ignore you until you yell? Why do the same battles happen over and over again… even when you swear this time will be different?In this eye-opening episode of Real World Peaceful…

280: The Science of Big Feelings with Dr. Anna Housley Juster

May 20, 2026 49m Transcript

What if your kid’s big reactions weren’t bad behavior… but a brain doing exactly what it was designed to do?In this powerful episode of Real World Peaceful Parenting, Lisa sits down with child mental…

279: The 4 Things Kids Do When You Say No (And Exactly What to Say)

May 13, 2026 27m Transcript

Have you ever set a limit with your kid… only to completely lose your footing the second they push back? Maybe they negotiate, escalate, guilt-trip you, or suddenly move at the speed of cold molasses…

278: Why Your Kid Reaches for a Screen When They’re Upset

May 06, 2026 25m Transcript

In this powerful follow-up episode, Lisa goes deeper into the conversation around screens and emotional regulation—and shares a truth many parents need to hear:Screens aren’t teaching your kid how to…

277: Why Your Kid Loses It When Screen Time Ends (It's Not What You Think)

Apr 29, 2026 26m Transcript

If turning off screens feels like flipping a switch straight into chaos… you’re not imagining it.In this episode, Lisa breaks down what’s really happening inside your kid’s brain when screen time…

276: Raising Kids in a World We Never Trained For

Apr 22, 2026 39m

In this eye-opening episode, Lisa sits down with BrightCanary co-founder and dad, Karl Stillner, to talk about one of the biggest parenting challenges today—raising kids in a digital world we were…

275: You Don't Have to Attend Every Argument Your Kid Invites You To

Apr 15, 2026 36m Transcript

Listen… I hear you. The daily battles, the back-and-forth, the “why is everything a fight?” feeling—it’s exhausting.In this episode, I’m breaking down what power struggles actually are (hint: it’s…

274: Why Your Kid Overreacts (And What They Actually Need)

Apr 08, 2026 27m Transcript

Ever feel like your kid completely overreacts to the smallest things?The wrong cup. A “no.” A sock seam.And you’re left thinking… what is going on?In this episode, Lisa introduces a powerful concept…

273: Why Your Kid’s Behavior Feels Like an Emergency (And How to Stay Calm)

Apr 01, 2026 29m Transcript

Ever feel like your kid’s behavior instantly sends you into panic mode?In this episode, Lisa breaks down why even small moments with your kids can feel like a full-blown emergency in your body—and…

272: From Chaos to Calm — One Mom's Co-Regulation Transformation

Mar 25, 2026 39m Transcript

What does peaceful parenting actually look like in real life… on hard days, with a strong-willed child, in the middle of meltdowns?In this powerful episode, Lisa sits down with a longtime Hive…

271: What Emotional Regulation Is NOT (And Why It Matters)

Mar 18, 2026 26m Transcript

Many parents understand the idea of emotional regulation in theory. But in real life, when your child melts down in Target or your teen slams their bedroom door, everything you thought you knew can…

270: Your Kid's Meltdown Isn't What You Think It Is

Mar 11, 2026 23m Transcript

When your kid melts down over the wrong cup, weird socks, or turning off the TV, it’s easy to think they’re being dramatic, manipulative, or difficult.But what if big feelings aren’t bad behavior at…

269: Why You Can’t Stop Yelling (Shame Spiral No One Talks About)

Mar 04, 2026 23m Transcript

Last week we talked about the gap and the gain. This week we go deeper.There is one emotion that keeps parents stuck in the gap, and that emotion is shame.In this episode, Lisa breaks down the…

268: Why You Still Feel Like a Bad Parent (Even Though You’re Growing)

Feb 25, 2026 31m Transcript

Have you ever thought, “I should be better at this by now”?In this powerful episode, Lisa introduces the transformative concept of The Gap and The Gain, a mindset shift that can completely change how…

267: The Real Reason Your Kid Won’t Calm Down

Feb 18, 2026 21m Transcript

Last week, Lisa introduced co-regulation. This week, she goes deeper.In this episode, Lisa explains the neuroscience behind why co-regulation works and what is actually happening inside your kid’s…

266: Why Saying ‘Calm Down’ Backfires (And What Your Child Actually Needs)

Feb 11, 2026 28m Transcript

Have you ever been told that your child should be able to calm themselves down by now? In this episode of Real World Peaceful Parenting, Lisa Smith breaks down why that belief is not only unhelpful,…

265: Not Every Hill Is Worth Dying On: How to Choose the Parenting Battles That Matter

Feb 04, 2026 28m Transcript

If you feel exhausted from constant power struggles and unsure whether you’re being too strict or too permissive, this episode is for you. Lisa shares a simple, practical framework to help you decide…

264: The One Boundary Mistake That Creates More Meltdowns (Stop Saying “We’ll See”)

Jan 28, 2026 27m Transcript

If you feel stuck in constant negotiations, repeated asking, or daily power struggles, this episode is for you. Lisa breaks down the most common boundary mistake parents make without realizing it and…

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How many episodes does Real World Peaceful Parenting have?

Real World Peaceful Parenting has published 285 episodes since January 2021, covering topics in Kids & Family, Parenting.

Is Real World Peaceful Parenting still active?

Real World Peaceful Parenting is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 22m.

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