Are you frustrated by constant discipline battles with your kids? Do you feel like no matter what you try, the misbehavior just won’t stop?
What if the key to ending discipline problems isn’t about punishments or timeouts — but about becoming a truly effective parent and mentor?
In this episode, Greg and Rachel Denning reveal why most parenting struggles come down to what you are doing — or not doing — as a parent. They share why discipline problems aren’t really about your kids but about parenting skills and trust-building.
You’ll learn the powerful mindset shift that parenting is a specific skill you can learn and improve — just like tennis — and how building a foundation of trust prevents most discipline issues before they start.
Discover how to stop draining your child’s emotional bank account and start making deposits of love, attention, and understanding. This episode is packed with real-life insights and encouragement for parents ready to enjoy parenting and raise well-adjusted, confident kids.
If you’re ready to stop feeling overwhelmed by behavior battles and start creating a joyful family culture, this episode is for you.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Discipline problems are caused by ineffective parenting, not kids.
✅ Parenting is a skill you can learn and improve — no guilt needed.
✅ Building trust daily is the foundation of influence and respect.
✅ Emotional “withdrawals” from kids cause misbehavior; deposits fix it.
✅ Meeting kids’ needs prevents problems before they start.
✅ Strong relationships reduce the need for discipline and conflict.
Chapters:
00:00 Why Most Parenting Problems Come From Ineffective Parenting
05:15 Parenting Is a Skill You Can Learn—Like Tennis
10:10 Building a Foundation of Trust Starts at Birth
15:30 Emotional Bank Account: Stop Withdrawals, Make Deposits
20:40 Meeting Your Child’s Needs Prevents Misbehavior
26:00 The Joy and Ease of Parenting When You Have the Right Skills
30:00 Taking Responsibility to Create a Family Legacy
Memorable Quotes:
🗣 "If you're having problems with your kids, the reason is what you are doing or not doing."
🗣 "Parenting is a specific skill like tennis — you can learn it and get better."
🗣 "Building trust starts the moment they’re born, every interaction counts."
🗣 "Discipline problems vanish when you become an expert at parenting, not disciplining."
🗣 "A child with their needs met rarely misbehaves."
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