Ep #167 Get Ready to Go Against Tradition I Andee Reads Between the Lines Series (2)
Welcome back to Andee Reads Between the Lines—the series where I read my book Connect Method Parenting out loud and pause to riff, reflect, and spill the real-time truths you won’t find on the printed page.In this episode, we're kicking off Part One of the book—and we’re not easing in. We're diving headfirst into the deep end of tradition, behavioralism, and the parenting frameworks we think are helping us... but actually aren't.Here's what's inside:🎯 Why traditional parenting is more about control than connection—and why it’s time to question it🧠 What behavioralism is (spoiler: it's everywhere), and why it’s keeping us stuck🌊 The small boat/ocean metaphor you didn’t know your nervous system needed✨ Four reflection questions that’ll change how you see your child—and yourself❤️ Why your kids need unconditional love most when they mess up the worstThis episode is part pep talk, part paradigm shift, and full-on permission slip to let go of the parenting “rules” that never actually worked for your family in the first place.This isn’t just a read-aloud. It’s a rebellion in real time. 💥📌 Links & Resources:💻 Watch this episode on YouTube: Connect Method Parenting Channel🚀 Join the Pivot Parenting Bootcamp (the 8-week journey to becoming unsinkable): More Info📚 Missed Part 1? Go back to Ep #166 to catch the kickoff🧭 Want to go deeper? Check out my next workshop hereCome for the read-aloud. Stay for the "holy crap moments." 💛Next Steps: Leave a review if you've been enjoying the CMP Podcast My Book: https://cmp.works/1xs My IG: https://cmp.works/ista
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Ep #166 My 17-Year-Old Just Destroyed Me With 8 Words I Andee Reads Between the Lines Series (1)
Okay friends, confession time: I'm sitting here in my black hoodie, glasses on, looking like I just rolled out of bed (because let's be real, I kinda did), and I'm about to do something that might be brilliant or might be totally chaotic. Plot twist: I'm rereading my entire book on the podcast and calling it the I Andee Reads Between The Lines Series. Like, live. With all my current thoughts. And possibly some tangents about how I'm thinking about CMP right now. Here's What Went Down: Started with that gorgeous John Roedel poem that makes me cry every. single. time. Then I dove into reading my book's intro and had to pause because my 17-year-old daughter gave me a card last night that said "I know I can talk to you about anything and you'll always listen" and NOW I'M CRYING AGAIN. (Sorry, I'll pull myself together. Maybe. Probably not.) The Big Takeaways: Corrective parenting = Playing slots in Vegas (you might win occasionally but you're definitely losing overall) Connect Method Parenting = Smart pension fund investment (boring metaphor but CONSISTENT GROWTH, baby!) You already have everything you need inside you (I'm not being woo-woo, I promise, I just know you're AMAZING!!!!) What's Coming Next:Part 1: Get Ready to Go Against Tradition (aka why everything you learned about parenting might be backwards)Part 2: Understanding Your Own Behavior (spoiler: it's not actually about the kids 🤯)Part 3: How to Connect Consistently (even when you want to hide in the pantry with emergency chocolate)Random Thoughts That Happened: Should I do this live with Q&A? (terrifying but maybe?)My hoodie is really cozyJohn Roedel is basically a genius and we should all buy his pink bookYour Mission (Should You Choose to Accept It): Come along for this wild ride where I re-read my own book and probably say things like "wait, I wrote that?" and "ooh, I was onto something!" Subscribe, share with that friend who texts you at midnight about their toddler's latest shenanigans, and remember: we're all just trying to raise humans without completely losing our minds. Find the episode wherever you get your podcasts, and apparently now on YouTube where I'll be fumbling with technology like it's 1999.🔗 Links Mentioned: Grab a copy of John Roedel’s poem collection: Remedy (available on Amazon)Subscribe on YouTube: @ConnectMethodParentingLearn more about CMP workshops & programs: https://connectmethodparenting.comNext Steps: Leave a review if you've been enjoying the CMP Podcast My Book: https://cmp.works/1xs My IG: https://cmp.works/ista
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Ep #165 The One Thing Your Child Needs More Than Food (It's Why They Won't Listen)
Hey hey, friends! It’s Andee, and today’s episode is a little different—think of it like a sneak peek, a love note, and a call to reimagine how you parent—all wrapped into one.After a 5-hour IKEA run...someone please tell me why that place is both magical and exhausting. I decided to release this episode instead of what I had originally planned. I felt a tug to share this 10-minute excerpt from the Listening Lab workshop I taught earlier this week.Why? Because the feedback I got after teaching it made me stop in my tracks. This was a deep dive into the real, research-backed heart of Connect Method Parenting - attachment theory, emotional maturity, and how to lead with strength and softness.In this little preview, you’ll hear why:Togetherness is more essential than food and water (for real—it’s neuroscience, not fluff),Why you’re a gardener, not a sculptor (so much freedom here!), andWhat it really means to choose closeness in the chaos (even when they’re tantrum-ing at max volume).If you’ve ever wondered what’s underneath the Connect Method Parenting approach—or why your child’s behavior is more about connection than correction—this is your sign to listen in.And if this snippet resonates, the full workshop is packed with even more goodness. You can grab it here: https://cmp.works/listenWishing you sunshine, secure attachment, and at least one moment of peace today. You’ve got this, and I’m cheering you on.xo, AndeeNext Steps: Leave a review if you've been enjoying the CMP Podcast My Book: https://cmp.works/1xs My IG: https://cmp.works/ista
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Ep #164 Stop Fixing Your Kid's Meltdowns (Here's What to Do Instead)
Let’s be real for a second… Tantrums are loud. Messy. Embarrassing. And if you’re anything like me, they’ve probably made you question your entire parenting strategy more than once. But what if a meltdown isn’t something to “fix” or “stop”? What if it’s actually your child’s nervous system waving a white flag saying, “This is too much—I need help.” In this episode, I’m breaking down the real reason behind tantrums, emotional outbursts, and “off-track” behavior—and how to show up with calm, confidence, and connection (instead of panic, bribes, or shame). Here’s what we’ll cover: Why your child’s meltdown is NOT a parenting failure (yours or theirs)What’s actually happening in your child’s brain and body during a tantrumHow to respond without rushing in to fix, stop, or distractWhy frustration is a necessary part of emotional developmentA grocery store tantrum story that will make you feel instantly less alone 🙃What science tells us about the power of crying (yep, even the chemistry of tears)How to help your child go from “mad” to “sad”—and then back to calmBy the end of this episode, you’ll feel more grounded, more compassionate, and way more confident in your ability to support your child through the storm without losing yourself in it. This isn’t about stopping meltdowns. It’s about learning what to do when they come—because they will. And now, you’ll be ready. See you inside, AndeeNext Steps: Leave a review if you've been enjoying the CMP Podcast My Book: https://cmp.works/1xs My IG: https://cmp.works/ista
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Ep #163 This Is Why You’re Exhausted: The Lie Every Mom Believes
Hey hey!!!Let’s rip the Band-Aid off: you’re not exhausted because you’re doing it wrong. You’re exhausted because you’ve been sold a lie. A big one. In this episode, we’re going all in on the hidden belief that keeps moms stuck in burnout: 👉 “Once I fix the problem, I’ll finally feel better.” You know the one. “If the house would just stay clean…” “If bedtime didn’t take an hour…” “If my kids would stop fighting…” Then you could finally exhale. But here’s the truth: your life was never meant to be problem-free. We dive into: The reason you're actually tired (hint: it's not just your kids)Why trying to “arrive” at peace is making everything harderHow to stop resisting emotional discomfort and start understanding itA step-by-step breakdown of the STEAR model for emotional awarenessMy very real story about getting completely triggered over... grass (yes, grass)The shift that happens when you stop trying to fix your life and start living itThis episode is part pep talk, part truth serum, and part workshop, packed with journal prompts to help you untangle the exhaustion at its root. If you’ve ever thought, “Why am I still feeling this way when I’m trying so hard?” This one’s for you. You’re not failing. You’re just human. And that’s not only okay, it’s beautiful. Let’s dig in.Next Steps: Leave a review if you've been enjoying the CMP Podcast My Book: https://cmp.works/1xs My IG: https://cmp.works/ista
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