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By Jai Institute for Parenting July 8, 2025
Explore how family coaching certification equips parents with the skills to practice empowered parenting, fostering connection, communication, and respect.
By Jai Institute for Parenting July 5, 2025
There’s a belief we hold deeply at Jai: Every behavior makes sense. That doesn’t mean every behavior is okay. It means there’s always a reason beneath it. Behavior is communication. It's a signal, a story, a clue. When a child yells, hits, or melts down over something that seems small, it might not be about that moment at all. When we meet our kids with curiosity instead of judgment, we create space for growth, healing, and connection. And here’s something even bigger to hold: Every person makes sense. Not just their behavior, but their story, their patterns, and their way of moving through the world. If you looked back at the details of any person’s life, you'd start to understand why they are who they are and why they do what they do. But we live in a world that doesn’t always leave space for that. We’re taught that people should behave a certain way to be accepted. We use tools like blame, shame, and judgment to try to fit ourselves and others into a mold. We fear being different. We long to belong. We fear our own humanity. And when a child is born, they are welcomed into a long line of generational patterns and societal expectations. The family becomes the first teacher of love, of safety, of how to be human. That’s why the work of healing families is so profound. When we parents heal ourselves, we offer that healing to our children.
teaching kids about nervous system regulation
By Kiva Schuler July 3, 2025
Discover practical ways to help children understand and manage their nervous system for better emotional well-being.
consequences for lying in toddlers
By Kiva Schuler July 1, 2025
Learn how to handle lying in toddlers with age-appropriate consequences. Understand why young children lie and gentle approaches to teach honesty.
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Real life parenting scenarios from within the coaching world of Jai

By Eliza Humphreys, MD May 20, 2025
Discover how a pediatrician transformed her parenting by changing her communication style, reducing yelling, and creating more meaningful connections with her children.
By Maggie Pouplis September 24, 2024
Explore how open communication and authenticity in empowered parenting foster respect and trust, helping children build meaningful relationships and recognize genuine connections.
By Nada Hilal September 17, 2024
Explore the complexities of parenting and how parenting styles impact a child's emotional intelligence and creativity. The author shares personal experiences, beginning with dreams of a large family and evolving through the challenges of balancing parenting and life. Learn how the Jai Institute's tools transformed daily struggles into rewarding moments for this family.
By Maggie Pouplis September 5, 2024
A personal story of breaking free from toxic family patterns, healing inner wounds, and embracing empowered parenting. Discover how I reparented myself and started raising my son with love, respect, and connection, transforming my family's future.
By Heather Cook May 9, 2024
Discover resilience and healing in the face of adversity. Follow one parent's journey through their child's illness, self-discovery, and transformation. Learn how to navigate life's challenges gracefully and find strength in vulnerability.
Parent coaching
By Tasneem Abdelhamid April 24, 2024
Discover the raw journey of a parent coach confronting generational patterns, embracing imperfection, and laying the foundation for healing in parenthood.
Parental Guilt
By Marissa Goldenstein March 22, 2024
Discover the journey of a mother navigating generational trauma and striving for peaceful parenting. Witness her honest struggle to break patterns ingrained by society and childhood while aiming for authenticity and acceptance.
By Manu Brune March 21, 2024
Explore the challenges of balancing the demands of motherhood with personal needs and the guilt that often accompanies these struggles. Acknowledging and addressing personal needs is not only vital for personal well-being, it also enhances your connection with your children. Discover a more forgiving and understanding approach to the challenges of motherhood!
By Shaella Freeman March 20, 2024
Discover the journey of a teacher's transformation from feeling overwhelmed to empowered in managing classroom dynamics. Learn how emotional intelligence became the key to turning challenges into opportunities for growth and connection. This insightful article delves into the subtle yet profound shifts in awareness, self-regulation, and modeling that led to a more harmonious learning environment. Explore practical strategies rooted in personal reflection and professional development, offering a beacon of hope for educators facing similar struggles.
By Tasneem Abdelhamid March 19, 2024
Finding balance between your role as a parent and your individuality can be challenging. Navigate the feelings of guilt, frustration, and shame and embrace your emotions throughout your parenting journey by learning to set boundaries, engaging in playful parenting, connecting more with your children, and investing in quality time. Discover tools to empower yourself as a parent and create space for your own needs.