Podcast 101 - Teaching Self-Government 101

Podcast 101 - Teaching Self-Government 101

Author: Nicholeen Peck and Paije Baumert March 9, 2022 Duration: 58:28

In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the nuts and bolts of Teaching Self-Government. Need a refresher? Wondering if you’re missing out on a few things that could be helpful for you and your family? Listen in for a crash course in the things we teach and share!


In a world overflowing with parenting advice, the Teaching Self-Government Podcast offers a refreshingly grounded conversation. Hosted by mother-daughter duo Nicholeen Peck and Paije Baumert, this podcast moves beyond theory into the practical, often messy, realities of family life. Nicholeen, an internationally recognized parenting expert, and Paije, a certified parenting mentor, draw from their deep well of personal and professional experience. Their discussions are less about presenting perfect formulas and more about sharing the stories and principles that have shaped their own relationships. Listeners will hear candid reflections on communication, setting boundaries, and fostering responsibility, all framed within the framework of self-government. The tone is warm and accessible, making complex relational concepts feel immediately applicable. This isn't a lecture; it's a dialogue filled with relatable anecdotes and light-hearted moments that underscore their expertise. Each episode of this podcast feels like a thoughtful chat with wise friends who have been in the trenches and emerged with clarity and compassion. Whether navigating toddler tantrums, teenage dynamics, or marital harmony, Nicholeen and Paije provide tangible takeaways rooted in real-life application, making the Teaching Self-Government Podcast a trusted resource for anyone looking to cultivate more peace and understanding at home.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Teaching Self-Government Podcast
Podcast Episodes
Podcast 63 - One Good Turn Changes Hearts [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:48
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss how choosing to serve and do good to others is a form of self-government. Do you feel like your children just don’t like doing things for others when they ask kindly? Are ther…
Podcast 62 - Thinking Outside The Box [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:37
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss mindsets that are becoming more and more popular as time goes on. There are times when people feel that they are the victim or the victor of certain situations and, a lot of t…
Podcast 61 - Dealing With People Who Are Dramatic [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:33
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss wonderful skills and principles to use and apply when dealing with someone who is dramatic. Do you know someone who seems to make the workplace or home life difficult because…
Podcast 60 - Parenting By Principle [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:32
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the difference between foundational truths, principles, and rules. These distinctions are so important to learn and know because teaching your children by principle and founda…
Podcast 59 - The Essence of Self-Government [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:45
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss what it really means to be self-governed. Do you ever wonder why it’s so hard to be self-governed sometimes? Why do we struggle with consistency and patience? More and more, t…
Podcast 58 - Starting Your Children On The Right Foot Socially [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:07
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss how principles of self-government apply to making friends. Who knew?! Making friends requires actual planning on the parent’s part, but that doesn’t mean it has to be laboriou…
Podcast 57 - Becoming a Great Parent to Adult Children [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:34
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss reasons behind the challenges that adult children can present. A lot of people have expressed concern with their older children throwing a wrench into the family flow and disr…
Podcast 56 - Say "No" To Stress [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:46
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss the intricacies of what causes stress and how it can be decreased. Experiencing stress is never fun and is inconvenient to the flow of life. How can you get it under control?…
Podcast 55 - Forging A Fatherly Bond [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:55
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss principles, skills, and truths about the details of a strong fatherly bond with his children. Paije’s husband, Josef, was concerned that he wouldn’t have the bond and relation…
Podcast 54 - Uncovering and Understanding Your Strengths [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:45
In this podcast, Nicholeen and Paije discuss how individual strengths play a key role in understanding yourself and others. Once you know what your own strengths are, you know how you can change and what areas you can fo…