Single-Parenting with Connection (NOT Perfection)

If you give your child attention during or after a tantrum, are you rewarding the behavior and making things worse?
When your child is upset and acting out, how do you offer comfort without unintentionally reinforcing the behavior?
Those are the questions we’re unpacking in today’s episode.
You'll hear why this advice is so common, what “working” actually means in parenting, and why the lens you use to interpret your child’s behavior changes how you respond.
Related resources:
⭐️ [Episode 7] Why Kids "Lose It": What's Beneath the Big Behaviors
⭐️ [FREE guide] Tantrums, & Meltdowns, & Rages...Oh My!
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❤️ FREE guide: Tantrums, & Meltdowns, & Rages...Oh My! The single parent's guide to understanding challenging behaviors
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🔗 Website: www.parentingwithconnection.com
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©️ 2026 Dr. Gila Parenting | All rights reserved
DISCLAIMER: All episodes of Single-Parenting with Connection (NOT Perfection) are for educational and informational purposes only. Although Dr. Gila is a licensed psychologist and certified coach, this podcast and the information discussed within the podcast do not constitute therapy, counseling, coaching, or other professional service, and are not a substitute for professional services including medical or psychological advice. Moreover, the views expressed on the podcast are those of the host and guests. We make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or applicability of the content.
Any use of this intellectual property owned by Dr. Gila Parenting (DBA) may not be used in connection with the sale or distribution of any content (free or paid, written or verbal), product, and/or service by you without prior written consent from Dr. Gila Parenting (DBA).

It’s heartbreaking to watch your child struggle, whether at school or on the playground. Yet it's an all-too-common experience, especially for parents of bright and quirky kids.
Today's guest shares my determination to change that!
In this conversation with with Sam Young (aka “Mr. Sam”), founder of Young Scholars Academy, you'll hear about strength-based schooling, how to apply the principles at home in your parenting, and why this can be especially transformational for gifted, twice-exceptional, and neurodivergent kids.
RELATED RESOURCES:
👉 Young Scholars Academy (use code "DRGILA10" for 10% off!)
👉 Free Summer Camp Open House for Young Scholars Academy
ABOUT SAM YOUNG (aka "Mr. Sam")
Sam Young, M.Ed., is the Head of School at Young Scholars Academy, a strength-based, virtual village that empowers gifted, twice-exceptional, and neurodivergent students to thrive!
Sam is a two-time Fulbright Scholar, TEDx presenter, keynote speaker, and a neurodivergent person himself, who has committed his life to supporting clever, quirky students to overcome the harmful deficit-based system and develop their superpowers, and lead strength-based, talent-focused lives!
👉 Website (use code "DRGILA10" for 10% off!)
👉 Facebook
👉 Instagram
👉 [FREE] The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide to Stop Struggling and Start Living a Strength-Based Life
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❤️ FREE guide: Tantrums, & Meltdowns, & Rages...Oh My! The single parent's guide to understanding challenging behaviors
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CONNECT WITH DR. GILA
👉 Join the newsletter for practical parenting tips and a hefty dose of empathy, delivered straight to your inbox.
🔗 Website: www.parentingwithconnection.com
✉️ E-mail: [email protected]
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©️ 2026 Dr. Gila Parenting | All rights reserved
DISCLAIMER: All episodes of Single-Parenting with Connection (NOT Perfection) are for educational and informational purposes only. Although Dr. Gila is a licensed psychologist and certified coach, this podcast and the information discussed within the podcast do not constitute therapy, counseling, coaching, or other professional service, and are not a substitute for professional services including medical or psychological advice. Moreover, the views expressed on the podcast are those of the host and guests. We make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or applicability of the content.
Any use of this intellectual property owned by Dr. Gila Parenting (DBA) may not be used in connection with the sale or distribution of any content (free or paid, written or verbal), product, and/or service by you without prior written consent from Dr. Gila Parenting (DBA).

Ever wondered what in the world "mindfulness" actually looks like? Or how to squeeze it into your day when you barely have time to pee?
This episode answers all of that...and more.
In this conversation, I’m joined by Hunter Clarke-Fields (aka the "Mindful Mama") for a practical, no-fluff mini masterclass on mindfulness for busy parents.
You'll hear:
What mindfulness really is (and what it’s not)
A realistic “minimum dose” of practice
Tiny ways to weave mindfulness into chaotic days
How mindfulness can help you through tantrums and meltdowns

About Hunter:
Hunter Clarke-Fields is the number 1 bestselling author of “Raising Good Humans” and “Raising Good Humans Every Day,” host of the Mindful Mama Podcast, global speaker, Mindfulness Meditation teacher and creator of the Mindful Parenting Course and Teacher Certification program. She has over 20 years of experience in meditation and yoga practices and has taught mindfulness to thousands worldwide.
👉 Website: https://www.mindfulmamamentor.com/
👉 Podcast: Mindful Mama Podcast
👉 IG: @mindfulmamamentor
👉 FB: @mindfulmamamentor
👉 Free resources
👉 Mindfulness course
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❤️ FREE guide: Tantrums, & Meltdowns, & Rages...Oh My! The single parent's guide to understanding challenging behaviors
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CONNECT WITH DR. GILA
👉 Join the newsletter for practical parenting tips and a hefty dose of empathy, delivered straight to your inbox.
🔗 Website: www.parentingwithconnection.com
✉️ E-mail: [email protected]
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©️ 2026 Dr. Gila Parenting | All rights reserved
DISCLAIMER: All episodes of Single-Parenting with Connection (NOT Perfection) are for educational and informational purposes only. Although Dr. Gila is a licensed psychologist and certified coach, this podcast and the information discussed within the podcast do not constitute therapy, counseling, coaching, or other professional service, and are not a substitute for professional services including medical or psychological advice. Moreover, the views expressed on the podcast are those of the host and guests. We make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or applicability of the content.
Any use of this intellectual property owned by Dr. Gila Parenting (DBA) may not be used in connection with the sale or distribution of any content (free or paid, written or verbal), product, and/or service by you without prior written consent from Dr. Gila Parenting (DBA).

If you’re a single parent juggling two adults’ worth of responsibilities, this episode is for you.
In this conversation with Michelle Byrd of The Busy Vibrant Mom podcast, we talk about how to infuse productivity and joy into your day, and creating a rhythm that fits your family.
ABOUT MICHELLE BYRD:
Michelle Byrd is the host of a top ranked podcast for Christian working moms, The Busy Vibrant Mom.
Michelle provides working moms with the tools they need so they can have more time in their day and their week to pour into their families. She specializes in offering productivity hacks, time blocking, organizational systems, purposeful parenting, and time management tools.
⭐️ Get Michelle's Productivity Planner & Time Blocking Basics
⭐️ Website: www.byrdmichelle.com
⭐️ Podcast: The Busy Vibrant Mom
⭐️ IG: @thebusyvibrantmom
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❤️ FREE guide: Tantrums, & Meltdowns, & Rages...Oh My! The single parent's guide to understanding challenging behaviors
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CONNECT WITH DR. GILA
👉 Join the newsletter for practical parenting tips and a hefty dose of empathy, delivered straight to your inbox.
🔗 Website: www.parentingwithconnection.com
✉️ E-mail: [email protected]
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©️ 2026 Dr. Gila Parenting | All rights reserved
DISCLAIMER: All episodes of Single-Parenting with Connection (NOT Perfection) are for educational and informational purposes only. Although Dr. Gila is a licensed psychologist and certified coach, this podcast and the information discussed within the podcast do not constitute therapy, counseling, coaching, or other professional service, and are not a substitute for professional services including medical or psychological advice. Moreover, the views expressed on the podcast are those of the host and guests. We make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or applicability of the content.
Any use of this intellectual property owned by Dr. Gila Parenting (DBA) may not be used in connection with the sale or distribution of any content (free or paid, written or verbal), product, and/or service by you without prior written consent from Dr. Gila Parenting (DBA).

There's a superpower every parent has, whether you want it or not. (Though sometimes, it can feel more like kryptonite!)
Tune into this episode to find out...
✔︎ What it is
✔︎ Why it's so powerful
✔︎ How to use it without being manipulative
✔︎ 3 specific ways to harness it for your and your child's good
Resources mentioned:
[Episode 2] Keeping Your Cool: Emotion Regulation for Parents
[Workshop] Less Snapping, More Snuggling: Why Parents Lose It, and How to Finally Break the Cycle
[Program] 💛 The Regulation Reset – a 12-week small-group program for single parents (enrollment ends February 14)

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❤️ FREE guide: Tantrums, & Meltdowns, & Rages...Oh My! The single parent's guide to understanding challenging behaviors
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CONNECT WITH DR. GILA
👉 Join the newsletter for practical parenting tips and a hefty dose of empathy, delivered straight to your inbox.
🔗 Website: www.parentingwithconnection.com
✉️ E-mail: [email protected]
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©️ 2026 Dr. Gila Parenting | All rights reserved
DISCLAIMER: All episodes of Single-Parenting with Connection (NOT Perfection) are for educational and informational purposes only. Although Dr. Gila is a licensed psychologist and certified coach, this podcast and the information discussed within the podcast do not constitute therapy, counseling, coaching, or other professional service, and are not a substitute for professional services including medical or psychological advice. Moreover, the views expressed on the podcast are those of the host and guests. We make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or applicability of the content.
Any use of this intellectual property owned by Dr. Gila Parenting (DBA) may not be used in connection with the sale or distribution of any content (free or paid, written or verbal), product, and/or service by you without prior written consent from Dr. Gila Parenting (DBA).