Episode 185: Parenting Spicy Kids? Diane Dempster Shares a Recipe for Success

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Imperfect Heroes: Insights into Parenting, DJ Stutz sits down with Diane Dempster, co-founder of Impact Parents, to discuss the challenges and joys of raising what she calls “Spicy Kids.”  Diane shares her expertise on distinguishing between behaviors that are "naughty" and those rooted in neurological or developmental differences, emphasizing the importance of understanding executive function delays. Together, they explore how meeting children where they are, fostering intrinsic motivation, and encouraging self-awareness can transform parenting. DJ shares personal stories from her journey raising a neurodiverse child and fostering, offering relatable insights for parents navigating similar paths. Diane highlights the need for parents to manage their own emotions and practice self-awareness to better support their children. Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe to Imperfect Heroes so you never miss an episode!Time Stamps2:00 – DJ and Diane discuss how they define a complex kid and the unique challenges of parenting children with diverse needs.12:12 – They explore the "I do, we do, you do" approach, offering practical steps to help children develop independence in tasks.17:26 – DJ and Diane talk about the importance of understanding what motivates your child and how different children respond to different incentives.27:18 – They share insights on how “typical” behaviors in children can sometimes be misunderstood as problematic, emphasizing the need for perspective and empathy.Connect with Us!DJ Stutz -Podcast: https://www.imperfectheroespodcast.com/Coaching and Resources Website:https://www.imperfectheroes.net/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheImperfectHeroesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imperfect_heroes/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOpphCRklDJiFXdS76U0LSQRumble: https://rumble.com/v449rkoDJ Stutz Calendar Link: https://bookme.name/ImperfectheroespodcastONE ON ONE COACHING Link: https://www.littleheartsacademyusa.com/courses/one-on-one-coaching-bundleFind DJ’s Book “Roman is Bigger” on Amazon, Kindle, Barnes & Noble, and Walmart.Contact Diane DempsterEmail: [email protected] Website: https://impactparents.com/ Podcast: https://impactparents.com/podcast/Twitter/X: https://x.com/ImpactParents Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ImpactParentsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/impactparents/  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