Ep #113 MVP: Why Rewards and Punishments Don’t Work - the Parenting Revolution You Need

Connect Method Parenting I Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, Gentle Parenting, Connective Parenting, Peaceful Parenting, Slow Parenting, Parenting Teens, Single Parenting, Joyful Parenting, Positive Discipline, ADHD Parenting

Hey, hey, everyone! Andee here! 🖐️ Let’s dive into a topic that is near and dear to so many of us—because, let’s be honest, we’ve all tried it—corrective parenting. You know, the old-school model of using rewards and consequences to manage behavior that doesn’t work long-term. Today, I’m breaking down exactly why.

In this episode, we’re getting real about:

• The history of corrective parenting (hello, rats and pigeons 🐀🐦) and where it all began.
• Why rewards and punishments only create short-term behavior changes (and leave you exhausted).
• The hidden costs of corrective parenting—on your relationship, your child’s confidence, and their sense of safety.
• What neuroscience and developmental psychology have to say about how kids actually learn and grow.

I’m also sharing what I know works: the Connective Parenting approach. No sticker charts, no bribes, no taking away their favorite toy. Just real connection that helps your kids want to listen to you. Sounds dreamy, right?

If you’re tired of feeling like you’re stuck on the hamster wheel of correcting and consequencing, this episode is for you. We’re talking about kicking those old techniques to the curb and stepping into something that feels so much better—for you and your kids.

And don’t forget, if you’re new to Connect Method Parenting, I’ve got a FREE course to get you started! We’ll cover the biggest parenting challenges and how connection changes everything. You can grab it here: cmp.works/course

Let’s break up with corrective parenting and step into a developmentally appropriate way of raising our kids. It’s time. 💪

Catch you in the episode!
xoAndee

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