The Simplicity Parenting Podcast with Kim John Payne
Kim John Payne/Center for Social Sustainability
Weekly insights on children and parenting from Simplicity Parenting author Kim John Payne.
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Dec 18, 2018 • 14min
#23: Children Come With a Mission (Simplicity Diary)
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Dec 4, 2018 • 15min
#22: Consequences VS Cooperation – Solving the fine “whatever!” reaction – Part Two (Simplicity Diary)
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Nov 29, 2018 • 12min
#21: Consequences VS Cooperation – Solving the fine “whatever!” reaction – Part One (Simplicity Diary)
Kim John Payne dives into the challenges of parenting, focusing on why traditional consequences often backfire. He shares insights on how children develop negotiation skills and the pitfalls of bargaining. Stories illustrate how kids perform cost-benefit analyses, ignoring threats and escalating demands. Kim emphasizes that conditional consequences can create choices, potentially undermining family connections. Expect valuable strategies for fostering cooperation and accountability in the next discussion.
Nov 20, 2018 • 9min
#20: Should I Arrange This Playdate? (Simplicity Diary)
Navigating playdate dilemmas is tough for parents! Discover how to balance calm and stimulating days using a unique C/S calendar system. Learn to evaluate your week to decide if a playdate fits your child's rhythm. Find out how to explain a 'no' to your child thoughtfully, fostering understanding. When the week allows, saying yes can help children grasp decision-making. Plus, tips on coaching kids to accept scheduling choices with respect and authority. Remember, not every playdate is a good fit for every child!
Nov 13, 2018 • 9min
#19: Children in Sports – Friends & Fun (Simplicity Diary)
The discussion dives into the right age for kids to start sports and the importance of social connections. It highlights a recreational baseball team where competition overshadowed friendships. Coaches' competitive attitudes can diminish joy and camaraderie among young athletes. The conversation emphasizes that teams prioritizing fun yield better post-game experiences and foster lasting friendships. With high dropout rates, there's a call to choose teams that nurture social-emotional health over mere victory.
Oct 16, 2018 • 11min
#18: Trumps Tower & Wall and a Child’s Blocks (Simplicity Diary)
In this engaging discussion, a parent's email sparks a conversation about a 12-year-old boy who creatively builds Trump Tower and a wall from blocks. The host explores how children's play serves as a vital outlet for processing unsettling news, suggesting that reducing screen time can significantly help in this regard. He emphasizes the importance of observing children's play as a window into their emotional worlds and warns against the impact of adult conversations that might create distressing mental images for kids. It's a call to nurture imagination and provide safe spaces for play.
Oct 9, 2018 • 13min
#17: Working With a Child’s Quirks (Simplicity Diary)
The podcast explores the unique quirks of children and the role of parents in shaping family dynamics. It emphasizes balancing a child's individuality with family values and the importance of mutual respect. The chapter also discusses the balance between a child's social needs and the values of simplicity.
Oct 2, 2018 • 11min
#16: The Magic of Decluttering (Simplicity Diary)
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Sep 18, 2018 • 11min
#15: What Family Culture Heals (Simplicity Diary)
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Sep 11, 2018 • 13min
#14: Art of Moving Boys Into Their Feelings Boys and Girls Into Action (Simplicity Diary)
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