Parenting for the Culture host Charisse Sims was a PBS Early Learning Champion for 2021. She is a proud educator. She's also an adoring mother, calling her six children "little heavens." Charisse created a podcast for parents who want more for their families. This is a resource for parents who understand the need to unlearn. Listeners wanting to fix bad parenting habits and learn better ones may appreciate this podcast.
Charisse starts podcast episodes by naming a "peak" and a "pit." These are the most positive and the most challenging parts of her day. She uses this exercise when engaging with her children. This gives her family a chance to connect and share about their lives. Her "pit" for one episode is that one child's default response is yelling. This is a convenient segue into the show's topic of staying calm during parenting challenges. Gentle parenting is a beautiful goal, but it does take work. One challenge Charisse discusses is teaching a lesson in a tense moment. She notes the importance of setting and holding boundaries to focus on safety. It is important to remember that limits and validation can coexist. Letting a child know that their emotions are valid can help them regulate at a difficult time.
Parenting for the Culture also addresses general topics, like finding the right school. Charisse advises parents to write down their five most important factors for schools. People may list proximity to home, diversity, or academic performance. This simple exercise may help parents embark on their school search journey.
Sometimes, Charisse likes to suggest "homework" for listeners to try between podcast episodes. At the end of an episode about parenting styles, she recommends quizzes or surveys. These tools can help parents better understand their children's strengths and frustrations. This knowledge can help them develop more effective approaches.
Listeners find Charisse to be a likable podcast host. Her manner is charming, warm and insightful. Parenting for the Culture is an enjoyable and helpful listen for parents. Educators and folks considering becoming parents may find it enriching. Most episodes are around 30 minutes long.
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