The Value of a Parenting Workshop

Who out there gets their information from TikTok? It has become such a trend to glean important information from places like TikTok, Instagram, or Reddit. Though thought-provoking and sometimes able to provide a tip or two, without understanding the concepts behind the tips and tricks, parents will fall short of the effectiveness they hope to have with their children.

Parenting can feel scary and overwhelming. Most of us dream about having our own kids one day, and we even tell ourselves that we are going to do it “right” this time—not like our parents raised us! And then that day comes when you find yourself staring at this precious, helpless baby nestled in your shaking arms, wondering if you have what it takes.

Some of us come from broken homes. Some of us have witnessed things no one should ever have to see. Some of us have experienced even worse. But no matter what your past looks like, your future is yours to shape. It is up to you. If you try to parent only in opposition to your own upbringing, your children may miss out on healthy guidance. Being a healthy parent takes work. You must be willing to look within yourself first and foremost and create a healthier you. It isn’t about simply doing the direct opposite of the parenting style you witnessed. It means reflecting on your upbringing, choosing what you want to incorporate, and deliberately shaping your own parenting style.

Your children will benefit from the tools and techniques you provide for them. But did you know that children are also great observers? They watch and learn from you—your behaviors, your actions, and even your thoughts. I don’t know about you, but I know for me, there were plenty of times I got upset at my son for telling a little lie, while at the same time I was saying, “Don’t tell your dad” about the cookie I just gave him. We contradict ourselves so much, and the ones who notice it most are our children.

Attending a workshop helps you become an intentional parent. It can also help you assess your values, beliefs, and approaches, while solidifying your family’s foundation. Did you know that time is not our friend? We all wish there were more of it—maybe a 25th hour or even an 8th day. But the truth is, time does not stop. If we do not capture time, time will capture us. The best way to capture time is by living with intention. When we are intentional parents, we not only set our children up for success, but we also set ourselves up for success. Participating in a workshop offers practical strategies to enhance parenting effectiveness while also providing insights into the principles behind those methods. This comprehensive approach fosters greater self-awareness and supports the development of constructive relationships between parents, partners, and children.

A parenting workshop offers both practical advice and the reasoning behind these techniques. My parenting workshop takes it even a step further. With twenty years of experience as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, including extensive work with families and personal experience with family life, I have developed a perspective that helps parents take their parenting to the next level. You’ve got this!