Becoming Peaceful - Certified Peaceful Parenting Coach

Becoming Peaceful - Certified Peaceful Parenting Coach Daily Parenting Support & Inspiration from Lisa Howe, MSW, Certified Peaceful Parenting Coach But we don’t get that as parents! This is where I come in.

It has been my experience that parenting is the hardest job there is! I know that is also true of the parents I work with and others I talk with in the community. I am always reminded that any other job we have provides us with training, support, and often a mentor to help us learn the ropes, figure out what to do, and how to handle tricky situations. While new parents do get advice from others, often before the baby is even born, and while there are aisles of parenting books available, how do you separate the good advice from the bad? And how do you find time to read all those books? Or perhaps you have already read the books but struggle with putting the ideas into practice? I am a parenting coach who has the education, experience, and knowledge to be that mentor to you as you navigate the unpredictable waters of parenting. I have taken the classes, read the books, the evidence-based education, and have the insight, strength, and hope to share from not only my own family but also others I have worked with thus far.

How hard is it to listen - just listen? Quiet reflective listening without jumping in to offer suggestions, problem solv...
10/03/2026

How hard is it to listen - just listen?

Quiet reflective listening without jumping in to offer suggestions, problem solve, or offer your thoughts is very hard work. And it is one of the essential keys for connection and helps our children (and all humans) feel seen and heard.

The magic is when we say less, they often say more.

Did you know I offer a free 15 minute consultation on my website?

www.becomingpeaceful.com
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Parents are so hard on themselves, aren’t we?It’s understandable because parenting is a big responsibility. And self-com...
09/29/2026

Parents are so hard on themselves, aren’t we?

It’s understandable because parenting is a big responsibility. And self-compassion can benefit us and our children.

I love this beautiful poem by Nikita Gill.

May it bring you some peace and a reminder than you are wonderful as you are. If you need more reminders, reach out. www.becomingpeaceful.com

It’s essential to feel the relief that comes from releasing your tears, feelings, worries, fears, and distress. Parenti...
09/26/2026

It’s essential to feel the relief that comes from releasing your tears, feelings, worries, fears, and distress. Parenting is the hardest work we will ever do.

Most parents cry in coaching sessions. They usually apologize but I remind them, “This is how we know we are doing good work. We are IN the feelings.”

Finding the right person to support you in your parenting journey can be hard. I’m Lisa Howe, MSW, Certified Peaceful Parenting Coach. If I’m not the right coach for you, I can help you find the just right guide for you.

Schedule a free 15 minute consultation on my website www.BecomingPeaceful.com/book

Thank you, , for this powerful illustration.

Just like you, I can fall into the trap of being “too intense” as my daughter calls it. Even when I think I’m not. Isn’t...
09/26/2026

Just like you, I can fall into the trap of being “too intense” as my daughter calls it. Even when I think I’m not. Isn’t it wild how we aren’t always great at noticing our own attitude, tone, and approach?

That’s where having a parenting coach can be so helpful. We all have blind spots, myself included. We all need an unbiased professional to help us to peel back the layers and see them. Schedule a free 15 minute consultation on my website to see how we fit. I offer coaching on a sliding scale. Learn more: www.becomingpeaceful.com

I can see parenting guidance everywhere in media but none moved me more than this scene of co-regulation on Ted Lasso th...
09/25/2026

I can see parenting guidance everywhere in media but none moved me more than this scene of co-regulation on Ted Lasso this week.

This is what we all need when we are overwhelmed with our emotions. Someone to sit with us and breathe. Not asking us to breathe or suggesting another tool. Just presence.

I'll be writing more about this on my Substack this weekend. Subscribe via the link in my bio.

Parents can be so hard on ourselves. We don’t grow from shaming ourselves. Be gentle with yourself today. 💕I can help yo...
09/20/2026

Parents can be so hard on ourselves. We don’t grow from shaming ourselves.

Be gentle with yourself today.

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I can help you notice all of the things you’re doing well and support you in the areas where you struggle. I offer parent coaching on a sliding scale. Reach out and schedule a free 15 minute consultation on my website: www.becomingpeaceful.com See less

The most important, and often hardest, part of being a peaceful parent is to first put the focus on ourselves. You can s...
09/19/2026

The most important, and often hardest, part of being a peaceful parent is to first put the focus on ourselves. You can start by asking yourself these questions:

Do I raise my voice?

Do I intimidate my children by standing over them when upset?

Can I stay calm in the chaos?

Am I easily triggered?

Are my expectations realistic?

How do I react when my children express tears and other kinds of distress?

Can I pause when agitated or annoyed?

Often parents are hopeful I can teach them how to “get” their children to do or stop certain behaviors.

The first step is to take a long and often uncomfortable look at our behavior. We teach our children how to behave by our actions.

What are you teaching your children today?

I’m Lisa Howe, MSW, Certified Peaceful Parenting Coach. If you’re struggling with self regulation, I can help you. Reach out and schedule a free 15 minute consultation on my website

Replace “You make me so mad!!” with “I feel so frustrated when you fill-in-the blank.”This always causes so much controv...
09/19/2026

Replace “You make me so mad!!” with “I feel so frustrated when you fill-in-the blank.”

This always causes so much controversy somehow so let me be kind and firm:

No one can make you feel anything.
We are responsible for our own feelings, responses and reactions.

AND

People are responsible for their words and actions. Especially if they have a fully developed brain although us adults sure mess up on the daily and have to make amends.

We can and should let others, including our children, know we feel but we must own it.

Parents share their frustration every single day about their children blaming other people. We can help tremendously by modeling taking responsibility for ourselves and our own emotions.

If you’re struggling with parenting or need support, please reach out and schedule a free 15 minute consultation on my website. I offer parent coaching on a sliding scale.

www.becomingpeaceful.com

I love my job so much. Story shared with permission🤣Looking for parenting support that includes laughter? I'm your gal. ...
09/17/2026

I love my job so much.

Story shared with permission

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Looking for parenting support that includes laughter? I'm your gal. Check out my new sliding scale pricing at becomingpeaceful.com/book

Following in the footsteps of my mentor, Dr. Laura Markham of AhaParenting.com, one of the daily tools of preventative m...
09/17/2026

Following in the footsteps of my mentor, Dr. Laura Markham of AhaParenting.com, one of the daily tools of preventative maintenance I recommend to parents is roughhousing.

When many parents (especially moms!) hear the word roughhousing, they imagine WWF or things becoming “out of control” or someone being hurt. I suggest specific parent-led games so there is a beginning, middle, and end.

The amazing Lauren Burke of created some amazing illustrations of my suggestions to show parents how to roughhouse!

Try this one today and share in the comments about how it goes! Five minutes goes a long way!

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