Calm Connection Parenting | Neurodivergent, Meltdowns, Emotional Regulation, DMDD, Tantrums, SPD, Defiance, Angry Behaviors
Ranked in the top 3% of podcasts globally! Tired of walking on eggshells… dreading the next meltdown? Exhausted by big emotions. defiance, and disobediance? Wondering why “traditional" parenting advice backfires with your strong-willed child?
I’m glad you’re here. This podcast helps you understand what’s behind your child's behavior, so you can respond with calm, stop second-guessing yourself, and build real connection with your neurodivergent or uniquely wired child.
Hi, I’m Jami… a mom of seven, professional counselor turned parenting coach, speaker, and author. And yes, even with training, I found myself stuck in the same cycle so many parents live in: meltdown… reaction… guilt… repeat. I was doing all the things that were “supposed” to work… but they didn’t.
Everything changed when I stopped treating behavior like the problem and started looking underneath it. When I learned to understand my child’s unique wiring (personality, sensory processing, executive functioning, and emotional needs), I finally had a roadmap. I didn’t need more tips… I needed clarity and a plan. And that clarity changed things.
If you’re ready to ditch the overwhelm and stop parenting in survival mode, you’re in the right place. We’ll talk meltdowns, emotional dysregulation, defiance, ADHD, DMDD, anxiety, and more… along with practical steps that help your family move from chaos to calm… one episode at a time.
So grab your coffee, find your quiet spot (if you have one), and let’s jump in.
Start here: Take the FREE Emotional Forecast Quiz at CalmConnectionParenting.org and find your next best step.
Calm Connection Parenting | Neurodivergent, Meltdowns, Emotional Regulation, DMDD, Tantrums, SPD, Defiance, Angry Behaviors
Why Your Child Struggles with Tasks, Motivation, and Follow-Through --Executive Function Explained with Leslie Josel
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Why does your child struggle with tasks, focus, and follow-through? For kids with ADHD, DMDD, SPD, PDA, and executive function challenges, it’s not laziness—it’s how their brain works.
In this episode of the Calm Connection Parenting Podcast, I’m joined by Leslie Josel, award-winning ADHD student and parenting coach, to break down what executive function really is and why it impacts your child’s ability to manage time, complete tasks, regulate emotions, and stay motivated.
When we understand what’s happening beneath the surface, we can move from daily frustration to practical, supportive strategies that actually work.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
• Why executive function challenges make tasks, transitions, and follow-through difficult
• How ADHD and executive dysfunction impact motivation, time management, and emotional regulation
• Why what looks like “laziness” is often overwhelm and difficulty sustaining effort
• Simple ways to support your child with more cooperation and less conflict
This episode is part of our Summit Spotlight series, featuring expert insights from the Calm Connection Parenting Summit as we lead up to an exciting upcoming event designed for parents raising emotionally intense and uniquely wired kids.
If you’re parenting a child who struggles with focus, organization, motivation, or big emotions, this conversation will give you clarity, tools, and hope.
Become an insider and get information on the upcoming summit when you visit CalmConnectionParenting.org.
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*Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Please consult a qualified professional for individual support.
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