I Put My Daughter in Time-Out. What I Found Changed Everything | EFFT

Michelle Puster

Published on: 08/10/2026

Michelle shares the time-out moment with her toddler that changed how she understood difficult behavior — and why she now sees connection as coming before correction.

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Your Child Isn't Misbehaving — Their Nervous System Doesn't Feel Safe — Joss Goulden on Aware Parenting

Michelle Puster

Published on: 01/10/2026

Aware Parenting instructor Joss Goulden explains why difficult behavior often signals a nervous system that doesn't feel safe — and how curiosity and play help kids find their way back.

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