The Real Reason We Punish Children and What to Do Instead

Explore a transformative approach to parenting and discipline in this thought-provoking TEDx talk by Dr. Chrissy Chard. Delve into the counterproductive nature of traditional punishments like time-outs, grounding, and screen time restrictions. Discover why these methods often lead to power struggles, yelling, and negative outcomes for both parents and children. Learn about an alternative discipline strategy rooted in trust and connection, emphasizing responsiveness, reflection, and repair. Gain insights from Dr. Chard, a Parenting and Leadership Coach, on how to teach discipline effectively while fostering a stronger parent-child relationship. Understand the importance of parents' own healing journey in raising socially conscious children and how this approach to parenting can contribute to broader social justice work.

The real reason we punish children—and what to do instead | Dr. Chrissy Chard | TEDxMountainAve