Episode 165: Teaching Kids to use Kindness as they Resolve Conflicts With Kat Newport

Send us Fan MailVote for the Imperfect Heroes Podcast: https://womeninpodcasting.net/imperfect-heroes-insights-into-parenting/In this episode, DJ Stutz is joined by Kat Newport as they explore the critical topic of teaching children how to manage conflict in healthy, constructive ways. Together, they dive into the importance of conflict resolution in parenting, offering practical insights for identifying and addressing parent-child conflicts. Kat, a mother of four, shares her real-life experiences, discussing how to adapt parenting techniques to meet each child’s unique needs. The episode emphasizes the role of empathy, emotional validation, and problem-solving skills in resolving family disputes. You'll learn strategies to foster emotional intelligence in your child by acknowledging their feelings and navigating conflicts with patience, curiosity, and understanding.DJ and Kat provide actionable advice for parents seeking to build stronger, more positive relationships with their kids through effective communication and conflict management.TIMESTAMPS3:13  Start teaching children to manage conflict at an early age.  Use opportunities to practice when there is no conflict.9:46  DJ and Kat discuss "S.M.A.R.T." conflict resolution philosophy, measuring emotions to understand perspectives.18:01  Managing child meltdowns, investing in conflict, and teaching children to communicate effectively.26:36  DJ talks about recognizing your own shortcomings in managing conflict and how to turn that around and be an example to your children.For more information on the Imperfect Heroes podcast, visit: https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/Connect with Us!DJ Stutz -Website: https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheImperfectHeroesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imperfect_heroes/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpphCRklDJiFXdS76U0LSQRumble: https://rumble.com/v449rkoDJ Stutz Booking Link: https://bookme.name/ImperfectheroespodcastONE ON ONE COACHING Link: https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/courses/one-on-one-coaching-bundleConnect with Kat NewportEmail: [email protected]: https://www.smartconflictbook.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kat_newport/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OculusCoachingYYC/ Support the showSupport the show.If you like what you hear, we would appreciate your support.  Every little bit helps.https://www.buzzsprout.com/1779847/support