Episode Number: #27Description: In this guest episode of the Whole Parent Podcast, Jon welcomes KJ from Big Life Journal. They discuss the transformative power of reparenting, the difference between gentle and conscious parenting, and the resources available to support parents on their journey. KJ shares her personal experiences transitioning from authoritarian parenting to gentle parenting, offers her top reparenting tip, and explores how journaling can help parents and children develop resilience and growth mindsets.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction to KJ and Audio Disclaimer 02:34 - Conversation with KJ begins03:12 - KJ's background and journey in reparenting04:21 - Difference between gentle parenting and permissive parenting06:15 - Importance of questioning authority and fostering safe challenges09:09 - Explaining the difference between gentle and conscious parenting14:48 - The necessity of effective and conscious parenting today16:21 - The role of journaling in reparenting and parenting19:26 - Discussion on the downloadables and free resources from Big Life Journal23:33 - KJ's number one reparenting tip: Recognizing what’s happening in your body30:22 - Conclusion and final thoughts on reparenting and gentle parentingKey Takeaways:Reparenting: A crucial step in becoming a better parent by understanding and addressing one’s own triggers and reactions.Gentle vs. Conscious Parenting: Gentle parenting is what children experience, while conscious parenting involves the internal work parents do to improve their interactions with their children.Journaling: An effective tool for parents and children to develop resilience, growth mindsets, and critical thinking skills.Big Life Journal Resources: Offers journals and free printables to help children and parents on their growth journey.Resources Mentioned:Big Life Journal: WebsiteKJ’s Instagrams: @gentlehealingmom and @biglifejournalFree Printables and Sign up for the Big Life Journal NewsletterWhat to listen to next?How to Stop Yelling at your Kids #001 Calls to Action:Subscribe: Subscribe to the Whole Parent Podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Rate and Review: Leave a rating and review to help other parents find the podcast and benefit from the content.Share: Share this episode with fellow parents who might benefit from learning about reparenting and gentle parenting.Email List: Join the email list to receive updates on new episodes and resources.Contact Information:Email: podcast@wholeparentacademy.comInstagram: @wholeparentTikTok: @wholeparentThank you for tuning in to this episode of the Whole Parent Podcast. We hope you found it insightful and helpful in your parenting journey. See you in the next episode!