Ever wondered why children lie and how you can effectively respond? In this episode, Jennifer and Mike Witten explore the common reasons behind this common child behavior, focusing on the importance of connection and safety in parent-child relationships. You'll learn about the different motivations for lying across various age groups and discover practical strategies for creating a supportive environment that encourages honesty. The conversation emphasizes the need for parents to manage their reactions, build trust, and repair any damage caused by blowups. Listen now and get ready to transform your approach to handling lies, fostering a deeper connection with your children.
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Our favorite quotable moments:
“We always want to thank them for telling the truth. ‘Thank you for telling me, I know that was hard.’” - Mike Witten
"How can we as parents start to work on our internal triggers so that we're just not vomiting this response.” - Jen Witten
“You should be looking for ways to connect; not for ways to correct.” Mike Witten
“Everyone lies to cover up some sort of pain; something that's going on deeper. Investigate that.” - Jen Witten
“The lying is really your signal as a parent that something's going on in you.“ - Jen Witten
Resources:
Website - Jennifer Witten
Instagram - Jennifer Witten
About Your Hosts:
Jennifer Witten is a committed conscious parenting coach and somatic breathwork practitioner, who guides individuals through the journey of parenthood. A certified coach through Dr. Shefali's Conscious Parenting Coaching Institute, Jennifer uses breathwork mindfulness alongside the Conscious Parenting Method to equip parents with tools to manage their own emotions, build stronger connections with their kids, and create a more peaceful home environment – a space where both parents and children can thrive.
Mike Witten, Jen's husband and cohost, adds a refreshing perspective as the self-proclaimed "ADD Dad." Fearlessly addressing taboo subjects, Mike encourages men to break free from societal expectations and learn how to openly discuss emotions for personal wellbeing, improved home life, career, and stress reduction. Together, Jennifer and Mike form a dynamic duo dedicated to supporting individuals and couples on their mindful parenthood journey.
Related: parenting tips, parent-child relationships, emotional safety, effective parenting, managing triggers, understanding children, parenting strategies, family communication, child development, honest parenting, conflict resolution, raising children, compassionate parenting, encouraging honesty, parenting challenges.
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