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Myth Busting 4: My story

Posted on March 12, 2011 by Claire

A complete change in paradigm doesn’t happen in a moment. Having been punitively parented myself, I grew up assuming it was God’s best for every family. I believed that the punishments I had experienced were appropriate and I was grateful … Continue reading →

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Dealing With Anger

Posted on March 6, 2011 by Claire

Michelle asked for tips on controlling our tempers. This is an area I struggle in a lot, and I don’t really feel qualified to answer the question, as I fail so often. But I have improved a little over the … Continue reading →

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An Empty Toolbox? Part 2 of my journey

Posted on July 13, 2010 by greenegem

Imagine for a moment that your child arrived with instructions. Now, are you finished laughing? J Babies don’t come with an owner’s manual as most of you know quite well, since I doubt you’d be reading here if you weren’t … Continue reading →

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My journey toward Grace-based Parenting begins.

Posted on July 9, 2010 by greenegem

My journey toward a peaceful parenting approach began before I ever had any kids. In fact, it probably began before I could even talk, with the first time my Mother smacked my fingers as a baby. As a BABY- You … Continue reading →

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