Case Study: Can Empathy Really Transform a Defiant Teen?

How did abandoning punishments and consequences transform a father-daughter relationship on the brink? Today, I sit down with Erik, a single father who experienced a profound change in his relationship with his daughter. Erik shares how he moved from seeing her behavior as manipulative to understanding it as a cry for help. His journey started during a crisis when his daughter was battling significant anxiety, stress, depression, and self-harm. Traditional methods of rules and consequences weren’t working, so Erik took a leap of faith with a radical, connective approach that changed everything.In This EpisodeShifting from rules to empathyRecognizing cries for help in behaviorBuilding trust and deepening connectionThe transformative power of words of affirmationThe importance of self-reflection in parenting🔗 Interested in our 1:1 Coaching? Book a Discovery Call with one of our team now💌 Enjoy today’s episode? Please share it with a fellow parent or leave a rating and a review.📖 Check out my book UNPUNISHED!Follow Peace and Parenting:Instagram: @peaceandparentingFacebook: @peaceandparentinglaPeace and Parenting Facebook GroupWant to join The Yelling Cure Event: https://peaceandparentingla.com/the-yelling-cureOur Sponsors:* Birdwatching enthusiasts check out Feathersnap: https://www.feathersnapcam.com/* Check out BetterHelp: betterhelp.com/PEACE* Check out ByHeart.com/podcast and use my code PEACE for a great deal: www.byheart.com/podcast* Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code PEACE for a great deal: happymammoth.com* Check out Knorr to bring more peace to your meal prep: https://www.knorr.com* Check out Lil Critters: www.lilcritters.com* Check out Lil Critters: www.lilcritters.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy