How to Raise Calm Kids in a Fast-Paced World: Slow Parenting

How to Raise Calm Kids in a Fast-Paced World: Slow Parenting

How do you raise calm, peaceful, confident kids when everything around them seems to be moving faster and faster?

In this episode of the Slow Living Podcast, Stephanie O'Dea talks about Slow Parenting and practical ways to help children slow down, build self-esteem, become more self-reliant, and feel connected to the people who love them.

This topic is especially close to Stephanie's heart. Before becoming a mom herself, she ran a preschool center housed in a homeless shelter in the heart of Silicon Valley. Her background in early childhood education has shaped the way she approaches parenting, discipline, and connection.

Stephanie shares:

• Her favorite way to connect with her children
• The discipline approach she has used with her own children and the kids she works with
• How to encourage self-esteem and self-reliance
• Three things she says to her children every day—no matter what
• The Stay Listening Method for connecting with your kids
• Why slowing down can help create calmer, more peaceful family life

This episode also includes Stephanie's first listener question, beginning a tradition of answering questions from listeners on the podcast.

Slow Parenting

Slow Parenting isn't about being a perfect parent or creating a completely stress-free household.

It's about slowing down enough to really see your children, listen to them, and enjoy them.

You don't have to do everything perfectly.

You don't have to fill every minute.

Sometimes the most important thing you can give your child is your time and attention.

Read Stephanie's Book

📖 Slow Living: Cultivating a Life of Purpose in a Hustle-Driven World

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Resources Mentioned

123 Magic — 123 Magic

Hand in Hand Parenting — Hand in Hand Parenting

Second Step — Second Step

Kimochis — Kimochis

Podcast Notes

Find all podcast notes at stephanieodea.com/podcastnotes

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Learn More About Stephanie O'Dea

Website: stephanieodea.com

Podcast: stephanieodea.com/podcast

Blog: stephanieodea.com/blog

Speaking: stephanieodea.com/speaking/