No-Drama Discipline – The Whole-Brain Way to Calm the Chaos and Nurture Your Child

In this compelling and practically oriented video, neuropsychiatrist Daniel Siegel and parenting expert Tina Payne Bryson discuss the ultimate child-raising challenge: discipline. Highlighting the fascinating link between a child’s neurological development and how a parent reacts to misbehavior, they present a compassionate road map for dealing with tantrums, tensions and tears without causing a scene. They redefine the true meaning of discipline (to instruct) and explain how parents can reach their children, redirect strong emotions and use a meltdown as an opportunity for growth.

Key Idea Connect First, Then Redirect

Effective discipline is ultimately about teaching – not punishment or consequence. Using the “Why-What-How” approach outlined in the book, this strategy is built on the foundation of connecting with children during conflict, validating their feelings and communicating comfort. Then, with their downstairs brains in a more receptive state, parents can then redirect them toward desired behaviors.

Imagine your six-year-old daughter is screaming that she hates her brother because he teases her all the time. Instead of trying to stop the behavior by force, you would connect with her, tell her that it must hurt her to be teased and ask how she could learn to respond differently in the future. This is the essence of No-Drama Discipline.

No-Drama Discipline is a must-read for every parent, whether you are a 36-year-old new mother with a toddler tantrum in the grocery store or a 40-year-old schoolteacher with a rowdy class. This book will help you turn discipline into a positive learning experience and set your children up for lifelong success.