The Power of Affirmation: 3 Ways Your Words are Life-Giving

Connected Families Podcast

Does your child get discouraged? Does it feel like your child’s misbehavior seems to drown out the positive things you might notice? There is science behind the power of affirmation. You can learn to shine a bright spot on the small things that go well and begin to unravel this cycle of discouragement in your child. And it will bring encouragement to you as a parent, too! In today’s podcast, Lynne Jackson (Co-Founder of Connected Families) shares a powerful and practical tool she created called the ABC’s of Affirmation.

Mentioned in this podcast:

• FREE PDF: Downloadable ABC’s of Affirmation
• I Was a Critical Parent: 7 Steps I Took to Find a More Loving Way
• Is There “Miracle Grow” for Good Behavior? (The ABC’s of Affirmation)
• Learn more about “The Table” community at Connected Families
• Grace and Truth For Moms (online course)
• Connected Families Framework
• How Your Thoughts Change Your Brain, Cells, and Genes
• What Your Brain Needs to Know About Neuroplasticity
• Corrie Thetford, Lydia Rex (Certified Connected Families Parent Coaches)
• Dr. Alan Kazdin
• Philippians 4:8
• Romans 12:2
• 2 Corinthians 10:5
• 1 Thessalonians 4:9
• 1 Thessalonians 5:11

How have you used the ABC’s of Affirmation with your kids? We’d love to hear your stories! And don’t forget to check out our website for more great resources! Need more encouragement or help? Please contact us; we are here for you!

Guest Bio:

Lynne Jackson is one of the Co-Founders of Connected Families. As a parent coach and mom of three intense kids herself, Lynne has walked alongside hundreds of parents to encourage and bring hope. She is also a research enthusiast and loves leaning into the brain science and research to better equip parents and caregivers. Most importantly, as a follower of Christ, she brings biblical wisdom, abundant grace, and a “no shame” policy.

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