Lying

If you've ever caught yourself saying the very words you swore you'd never say to your child, you're not alone. I've been there too. In this episode, we’re sharing why breaking generational parenting patterns isn't a matter of trying harder or having more willpower. It's about re ...  Show more

Most of us were raised to believe that a "good" child is a calm child, who does not push back, does not melt down, does not make the adults around them uncomfortable. We have spent generations praising children for the absence of need. But the absence of need is not the same as t ...  Show more

Lying is a common behavior in young children, especially as they begin to explore their imagination and test boundaries. In this episode, I share insights on why kids lie, including developmental stages and emotional motivations. Teach how to respond with empathy, encourage hones ...  Show more

Our kids are navigating through a reality shaded by social media and cultural pressures, where lying seems all too common. In today’s episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd tackle the pervasive issue of dishonesty among teenagers. They explore the various reasons teens may lie ...  Show more

Raise your hands if you believe that honesty is the best policy! 🙌 But guess what? Sometimes, even the best of us, tell white lies. Discover why Elliot chose to tell a white lie - a small lie - instead of the truth and what happened next. Join this episode of "Stories for kids" ...  Show more

When your child lies, it can be incredibly triggering. In today's podcast Tammy and Tania share the research on lying, explore lying from a developmental perspective and offer concrete strategies to navigate this tricky part of parenting! If you have loved today's podcast, com ...