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Brain Based Parenting

Brain Based Parenting, The Boys Ranch Podcast for families. We all know how hard being a parent is, and sometimes it feels like there are no good answers to the difficult questions families have when their kids are struggling. Our goal each week will be to try and answer some of those tough questions utilizing the knowledge, experience, and professional training Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch has to offer.Contact us: email podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate:

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All Episodes

26:10

Redefining Discipline: How Supervision,...

Brain Based Parenting ·

2025/06/17

Send us a text We finish our series on discipline by focusing on key elements often overlooked: supervision, meaningful conversations, apologies, and counterproductive approaches. These aspects create a comprehensive framework for effective, connection-based discipline. • Supervision connects to discipline by helping catch issues early and modeling appropriate behaviors • Effective supervision requires clear communication about expectations, consideration of developmental needs, and consiste...

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22:04

Redefining Discipline: The Brain-Based Approach to...

Brain Based Parenting ·

2025/06/10

Send us a text Discipline isn't about punishment but about teaching, and when it comes to serious behaviors, individualized care becomes even more critical. Balancing increased structure with increased nurture creates the optimal environment for helping children learn from their mistakes and grow. • Each child has different needs, and fair treatment means responding to individual needs rather than identical treatment • The "piggy bank" concept shows how positive interactions deposit emotiona...

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37:07

Redefining Discipline: The Brain-Based Approach to...

Brain Based Parenting ·

2025/06/03

Send us a text Discipline doesn't have to mean punishment; the most effective approach focuses on understanding the root causes behind less significant behaviors and addressing them with connection rather than correction. • Curiosity is essential in addressing less significant behaviors - take time to understand what's happening beneath the surface • Physical needs like sleep, nutrition, and exercise directly impact behavior - address these before implementing discipline • "Islands of compet...

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19:47

Redefining Discipline: From Force to Cooperation

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2025/05/27

Send us a text Discipline is often misunderstood as punishment, when it's actually about teaching and guiding children through boundaries and relationship. We explore how effective discipline builds cooperation rather than forcing compliance. • Discipline's true purpose is teaching, not punishment or making children feel bad • Force creates only temporary compliance, not lasting behavioral change • Children's behavior communicates needs; our job is to be curious, not judgmental • Balancing st...

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22:10

Empty Nest!!! Now What? Parenting Beyond Age 25

Brain Based Parenting ·

2025/05/20

Send us a text Parenting your adult children after 25 requires shifting from director to supporter as they become truly independent and often more receptive to your wisdom and experience. • Children over 25 are more reflective and insightful about their own experiences • Clear communication is essential when setting boundaries with adult children • Support means encouraging good choices rather than enabling dependency • When adult children become parents, offer advice only when requested • U...

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25:40

They’ve Graduated!!! Now What?: Navigating Ages 18-25

Brain Based Parenting ·

2025/05/13

Send us a text Parenting doesn't end at 18—it evolves into supporting young adults who have adult freedom but still-developing brains through age 25. Contact: podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=T To Apply: https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/ For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch: https://www.calfarley.org/ Music: "Shine" -Newsboys CCS License No. 9402

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Summer Schedule Announcement

Brain Based Parenting ·

2025/05/12

Send us a text Contact: podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=T To Apply: https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys-ranch/j/25E1226091/ For More Information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch: https://www.calfarley.org/ Music: "Shine" -Newsboys CCS License No. 9402

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13:15

From Kindergarten Backpacks to Graduation Caps and...

Brain Based Parenting ·

2025/05/06

Send us a text Parenting is a journey of constant evolution that shifts from holding hands to letting go wisely, building a foundation of trust that stretches across any distance. Parenting doesn't end at graduation—it just evolves as your role shifts to meet their changing needs If you would like more information about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch, are interested in employment, would like information about placing your child, or would like to help us help children by donating to our missi...

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42:22

Where Kids Find Their Future, Not Their Past

Brain Based Parenting ·

2025/04/29

Send us a text Cal Farley's Boys Ranch is a residential childcare facility serving boys and girls ages 5-18 who need structure and support in a caring environment. This Christ-centered community operates like a small town with its own school, activities, and services, providing children with a fresh start regardless of their background or their family's financial situation. If you're interested in learning more about Cal Farley's Boys Ranch or would like information about placement, please vi...

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15:45

You Are The Intervention: Building Relationships and...

Brain Based Parenting ·

2025/04/22

Send us a text Relationships are our most powerful intervention when helping children who have experienced trauma or instability heal and grow. Every child is wired for connection, asking fundamental questions through their behavior about safety, value, and belonging that can only be answered through consistent, safe relationships. Contact: podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=T To Apply: https://appl...

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21:45

Bedtime Battles and Brain Health: Creating Sleep...

Brain Based Parenting ·

2025/04/15

Send us a text Sleep is the cornerstone of children's health, affecting brain development, learning ability, and emotional regulation. Our panel of experts dives into why kids struggle to sleep and practical strategies to help them get the rest they need without turning bedtime into a battleground. Contact: podcasts@calfarley.org To Donate: https://secure.calfarley.org/site/Donation2?3358.donation=form1&df_id=3358&mfc_pref=T To Apply: https://apply.workable.com/cal-farleys-boys...

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22:13

The Brain Loves a Good Beat: Music's Power to Heal...

Brain Based Parenting ·

2025/04/08

Message us Questions and/or comments about the show Music provides powerful access to our brains' emotional centers, making it an exceptional tool for parents to help children regulate emotions and build stronger family connections. Give us a five-star review and tell your friends and family about how much you love Brain-Based Parenting. Until next time, remember you might have to loan out your frontal lobes today. Just make sure you remember to get them back. Contact: podcasts...

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30:20

How Faith Forms in Unexpected Ways

Brain Based Parenting ·

2025/04/01

Message us Questions and/or comments about the show Faith formation follows a unique path for each person, moving from a "God-haunted feeling" through imagination and believability to deep conviction, with questions playing a crucial role in authentic spiritual growth. • Faith development often begins with an innate sense that there's "something more" beyond what we can physically experience • Parents can help children move through stages of faith by offering a safe environment for questions...

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47:10

Why This Generation Stopped Believing and How We Can...

Brain Based Parenting ·

2025/03/25

Message us Questions and/or comments about the show We begin a new series on faith formation exploring three critical conditions for spiritual development in a disenchanted generation: encounters with nature, the power of community, and the role of fathers. Recent research reveals spirituality provides remarkable protective factors against life's most serious challenges. • Children who are spiritually engaged are 80% less likely to become addicted to drugs or alcohol • Spiritual engagement c...

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30:47

Building Trust Through Respectful Relationships with...

Brain Based Parenting ·

2025/03/18

Message us Questions and/or comments about the show Teaching and showing respect to our children builds their self-worth and models healthy relationships for their future. We explore how parents can better demonstrate and teach respect. • Building trust and respect requires time, consistency, and genuine relationship investment • Taking children's concerns seriously, even when they seem trivial, demonstrates fundamental respect • Parents who apologize appropriately to children build stronger...

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20:24

Respect: The Foundation of Parent-Child Relationships

Brain Based Parenting ·

2025/03/11

Message us Questions and/or comments about the show Developing respectful relationships with our children requires understanding different perspectives on respect and modeling the behavior we want to see. We explore how parents can navigate the challenges of teaching and demonstrating respect without being overly permissive or authoritarian. • Many teens define respect conditionally—"I'll give it when I get it"—while adults value others' feelings regardless of differences • Social media infl...

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22:09

Addressing Bullies: Practical Strategies for Parents

Brain Based Parenting ·

2025/03/04

Message us Questions and/or comments about the show We dive deep into the issue of childhood bullying, exploring how parents, caregivers, and educators can better support children facing these challenges. With personal stories and expert insights, we highlight practical strategies for fostering a safe environment for kids. • Understanding why children hesitate to report bullying • Personal experiences with childhood bullying • The role of parent-teacher communication in addressin...

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24:06

Bullying Unmasked: Recognizing and Addressing Unseen...

Brain Based Parenting ·

2025/02/25

Message us Questions and/or comments about the show Understanding bullying is crucial for parents and educators alike. In our discussion, we dive deep into its varying forms and the impact they have on children. - Types of bullying: Physical, verbal, social, and cyber - The cycle of bullying: Origins often in past trauma - Practical strategies for parents to support children - The importance of role models in a child's life - Warning signs for adults to look out ...

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16:23

Practicing Self-Care While Navigating Secondary Trauma

Brain Based Parenting ·

2025/02/18

Message us Questions and/or comments about the show Caregivers often face the hidden challenge of secondary trauma, experiencing emotional distress from supporting those who have endured significant hardships. This episode discusses defining secondary trauma, its signs, and how implementing self-care practices can help caregivers mitigate its effects. • Exploring the nature and definition of secondary trauma • Identifying signs and symptoms experienced by caregivers • Understandi...

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24:59

The Power of Asking for Help?!?!?!?

Brain Based Parenting ·

2025/02/11

Message us Questions and/or comments about the show Ever felt that asking for help might make you seem inadequate? You're not alone. We explore why reaching out for assistance is, in fact, a sign of strength. This episode of Brain-Based Parenting dives into the unique self-care journeys of parents and caregivers and how recognizing personal needs can be challenging amidst daily stress. We also shine a light on the role of supportive communities and the importance of embracing vulnerability in...

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