#328: How Simple Mindfulness Tools Can Turn Behavior Around Quickly with Kelly Winkler

#328: How Simple Mindfulness Tools Can Turn Behavior Around Quickly with Kelly Winkler

Author: Erin Royer, MA Clinical Psychology, Child Development Specialist February 23, 2023 Duration: 40:55

You may already be parenting using mindfulness techniques in ways you don't even realize! These simple yet effective tools can often get to the bottom of your child's emotional struggles quickly and effectively. Kelly Winkler is a certified yoga instructor, certified children's yoga instructor, certified teacher, and a mom of 4 who has been working with children and families for over 25 years. She teaches parents, teachers, and therapists how to bring yoga and mindfulness to themselves and their children. In today's episode, she shares some of her great tips and insights with us!

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Erin Royer brings her background as a child development specialist and her MA in Clinical Psychology to every conversation on Parenting Beyond Discipline. While the name hints at moving past punitive measures, this podcast truly explores the full landscape of raising children in a modern world. You’ll hear thoughtful discussions that connect children's physical health and fitness to their mental well-being, and consider how family dynamics shape education and self-esteem. Erin approaches these sometimes-daunting topics with a relatable and warm presence, finding moments of humor in the daily chaos of family life. It’s a resource that feels like a thoughtful conversation with a knowledgeable friend, one who understands that parenting is about nurturing the whole child-and the whole parent, too. Tune in for practical insights that extend far beyond behavior management, offering a broader, more compassionate view of child development.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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