3 Strategies to Start Hard Conversations
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Equipping parents during their child’s academic years to bring learning to daily moments.
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on today’s episode…
In this episode, Dr. Kelly Cagle discusses the importance of navigating conflict in relationships, covering the significance of clear communication, setting boundaries, and being aware of expectations in various relationships, including with family and children.
Insights
Summary
In this episode, Dr. Kelly Cagle discusses the importance of navigating conflict in relationships, drawing from personal experiences with her husband, Josh. She emphasizes that conflict is a natural part of life and offers practical strategies for resolving it effectively. The conversation covers the significance of clear communication, setting boundaries, and being aware of expectations in various relationships, including with family and children. Dr. Cagle encourages listeners to address conflicts proactively to avoid regrets and foster healthier connections.
Takeaways
Conflict is a natural part of relationships.
Being clear about the problem is crucial for resolution.
Stay focused on the specific issue at hand.
Expectations can lead to disappointment if not communicated.
Healthy communication can prevent misunderstandings.
Setting boundaries is important for personal well-being.
Addressing conflicts early can prevent bigger issues later.
Emotional intelligence plays a key role in conflict resolution.
It's okay to ask for help when needed.
Proactive communication fosters stronger relationships
HEY THERE! I’M DR. CAGLE… DO YOU NEED HELP WITH CREATING GREAT HABITS???
Parenting is hard work. It requires tons of boundaries, daily consistency, so much awareness, as well as lots of patience, grace, wisdom, and filters. Combine that hefty list with all of life’s demands and others’ voice may become louder than yours in your child’s life, increasing their anxiety, fears, and doubts.
Healthy parenting is about seeing yourself as your child’s #1 teacher, saying the right words (or nothing at all) at the right time, and having the right tools to be intentional and impactful. Guessing your way through life, which is what most parents do, is a recipe for failure, but following the lead of someone who has two decades of research-based information and fully understands the demands of parenthood is a recipe for a full life— for you and your child.
With a PhD in education, I’m here to teach you how to use daily moments are learning opportunities so you raise confident and competent lifelong learners that thrive in an ever-changing world.
Additionally, I offer workshops and keynotes on various topics to parents, educators, students, and business leaders— because the need to understand, support, and empower learners is everywhere..
