Damage-Free Discipline | Connect with Your Kids, Reparent Yourself, & Break Cycles

Damage-Free Discipline | Connect with Your Kids, Reparent Yourself, & Break Cycles

Hate the current relationship between you and your child? The first step is breaking the frustrating cycle of having big reactions to what kids do, feeling bad about it, trying to change it, and finding yourself right back to screaming your head off—threatening them to get it together or else. I call that The Reactivity Cycle. On this podcast, I’ll teach you how to get out of that cycle so you can focus on other parts of the relationship–like avoiding The Drift Phase–when the relationship starts falling apart. This show is for moms who believe in growth work and admit that sometimes, we're the problem.

Episodes

August 5, 2025 15 mins

Are you tired of feeling like you're constantly reacting to your child's behavior, instead of responding in a calm and intentional way? Do you wish you could break free from the cycle of reactive parenting and create a more peaceful, loving atmosphere in your home? In this episode, we'll explore what reactive parenting is, and practical strategies to help you stop losing your cool, even in the most challenging moments.

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Tunisha Renee unpacks what 2 Chronicles reveals about leadership, consequences, and modeling—especially for moms raising kids in today’s world. You’ll learn why responsibility can’t just be taught through rules.

 

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May 31, 2025 14 mins

If you’ve been asking: “Is spanking okay?” “Am I doing permanent damage?” “How do I hold my child accountable without harming the relationship?”

…this episode will give you some honest perspective to work through those questions.

I’m sharing my own story:

  • The one time I didn’t regret spanking my son — and why

  • The three times I absolutely did

  • What Scripture really says about discipline, anger, and balance

  • How to think ...

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In this episode, Tunisha shares a 5-step process for studying the Bible to grow wisdom in Godly parenting. Below is a resource that give you the focus of each book in the Bible and how it can help you as you strive to be a Godly mother.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wUmznMyO1PQLFxYBl4RWJ9oJ1YGIyxQ5vU1Z-GfElmE/preview

Next steps:

📱Submit your questions in the podcast Facebook Group 👉🏾 https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Et9Q4...

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In this episode, I give you a behind the scenes look at what's inside the Damage-Free Discipline Leadership Lab and make an important podcast announcement.

 

Next steps:

📱Submit your questions in the podcast Facebook Group 👉🏾 https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Et9Q4S2SG/

 

Read my book, The Real Pain of Stress: What to Do When Bubble Baths Won't Fix It 👉🏾 https://therealpainofstress.com

 

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If you’ve been wondering what the best parenting approach actually is—this episode gives you a clear answer.

I’m breaking down what made the biggest difference in how I lead my home, what Scripture says about avoiding extremes, and why correcting your child’s behavior isn’t enough to break cycles.

 

Next steps:

Book your chemistry call  👉🏾https://vvslifecoach.com

Join the email list to get the FREE Damage-Free Discipline™ Guide

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If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Why is my child pulling away from me?” or “Why won’t my teenager talk to me anymore?”—this episode is for you.

I’m sharing the story of how my own son almost cut me out of his life—and what I had to confront in myself to stop the damage and start healing our relationship. This isn’t about blame or shame. It’s about being honest with ourselves as moms about the environment we’ve created, the patterns ...

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It's graduation season and now it's real. You have to turn your child out into the world and you want to make sure they're prepared. The things they need most, aren't what you think. In this episode, I share 3 things your kids need to know before they leave.

Next steps:

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You raised them with values. You prayed. You showed up. But now your child is distant, rebellious, or making choices that don’t look anything like what you imagined—and you’re left wondering what went wrong. In this episode, we’re talking about what to do when the relationship with your child feels strained or unfamiliar, and how the story of the prodigal son gives you a model for parenting through disappointment, grief, and contro...
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I ran into a big problem and the old me would have completely lost it. In this episode, I'm going to share the wisdom I've gained from the Bible that keeps me from freaking out and how it applies to motherhood.

Next steps: It’s time to give your kids a childhood they don’t have to heal from.

Book your chemistry call  👉🏾https://vvslifecoach.com

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You love your kids. You’ve changed your ways. You’ve even been saved.

But deep down, you still carry guilt over how you used to parent—and you wonder if it’ll ever go away.

In this episode, we’re talking about what guilt really is, why it still shows up (even after you’ve been forgiven), and how to finally stop letting it control how you see yourself as a mom.

You’ll learn how to move forward with peace—without pretending the past ...

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You say you want to lead your kids well—but have you ever asked what’s been leading you?   In this episode, I talk about what shifted when I stopped parenting based on how I was raised, what I thought “good moms” do, or what other people expected—and started letting God lead me for real.   If you're a Christian mom who wants to parent with clarity, authority, and peace for everybody in the house, this one’s for you. ...

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Connecting with teens can feel impossible. You don't know what to ask and they think you asking the same questions all the time is just a routine of things to say. Here's a real conversation that will deepen your connection. Get the full list of questions from the conversation between my teenage son and I below.

Episode bonus: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TuD1GsdRpCuNZGyjlJeee62aFmtuZuV5/view?usp=sharing

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Are you feeling overwhelmed and disconnected from motherhood? Do you miss the joy and excitement you felt when you first became a mom? In this video, we'll explore practical tips to help you fall back in love with motherhood again! Take a deep breath, grab a cup of coffee, and let's get started.


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Next steps: It’s time to give your kids a childhood they don’t have to heal from.

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I’m tackling the process of letting go when stepping back feels like failing and why watching them struggle feels wrong. But holding on too tightly keeps them stuck. So if you’re ready to stop managing every move and start trusting their ability to grow, this is for you.

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Next steps: It’s time to give your kids a childhood they don’t have to heal from.

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3 things I wish I knew before I became a mom.


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Next steps: It’s time to give your kids a childhood they don’t have to heal from.

Book your chemistry call  👉🏾https://vvslifecoach.com

Join my email list to get the Damage-Free Discipline™ Framework for free with emails each weekday to help you lead with DFD in your home--https://damagefreediscipline.com

Lower your stress for good with my book, The Real Pain of Stress: Wha...

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Do you wonder if you're a good mom? Take this test. You're doing better than you think.
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Next steps: It’s time to give your kids a childhood they don’t have to heal from.

Book your chemistry call  👉🏾https://vvslifecoach.com

Join my email list to get the Damage-Free Discipline™ Framework for free with emails each weekday to help you lead with DFD in your home--https://damagefreediscipline.com

Lower your stres...

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This episode will challenge everything you thought you knew about disrespect.
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Next steps: It’s time to give your kids a childhood they don’t have to heal from.

Book your chemistry call  👉🏾https://vvslifecoach.com

Join my email list to get the Damage-Free Discipline™ Framework for free with emails each weekday to help you lead with DFD in your home--https://damagefreediscipline.com

Lower your stress for good...

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THIS is how you create resentful kids who can't stand being around you.
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Next steps: It’s time to give your kids a childhood they don’t have to heal from.

Book your chemistry call  👉🏾https://vvslifecoach.com

Join my email list to get the Damage-Free Discipline™ Framework for free with emails each weekday to help you lead with DFD in your home--https://damagefreediscipline.com

Lower your stress for good with ...

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You don't have to suffer in silence from emotional exhaustion. Here's how I broke free.

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Next steps: It’s time to give your kids a childhood they don’t have to heal from.

Book your chemistry call  👉🏾https://vvslifecoach.com

Join my email list to get the Damage-Free Discipline™ Framework for free with emails each weekday to help you lead with DFD in your home--https://damagefreediscipline.com

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