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November 6, 2025 36 mins

Power struggles with our kids are absolutely exhausting.

In this episode, Danielle Craig talks with Dr. Erika Bocknek to explore how to stop trying to control your child's behavior and start building a reciprocal relationship that lasts a lifetime. Dr. Bocknek, shares how shifting from behavior control to connection-based parenting helps your child build trust, confidence, and independence.

You'll learn how to guide your child's growth without power struggles, raise them to internalize your family's values, and enjoy more peace and joy at home.

In this episode, we cover:

  • Why it's so important to focus on relationship building
  • How to reshape power struggles into moments of connection
  • Why making your family values are clear matters
  • How connection builds confidence, emotional intelligence, and independence

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Meet Dr. Bocknek - Dr. Erika Bocknek is a professor, family therapist, and mom of three with advanced training in child development, couples and family therapy, and infant mental health. She hosts the Raising Souls podcast.

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