Tag: high school
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Newsletter 1/7/2026,The Most Helpful Parenting Strategy I’ve EVER Found
I’m not exaggerating with this title. This is 100% the most helpful parenting strategy. It is disarming. It works with kids of all ages. It not only solves current problems….it also does the work of shaping our kids into independent thinkers, confident problem solvers, and building a culture of mutual respect in our homes.
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Newsletter 12/25/2025, Living Your Values in a World of Peer Pressure
In our neighborhood, something new is happening. Entire streets are coordinating to put out the exact same holiday blow-up.
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Newsletter 12/17/2025, “Your Kids Physically Fight?” Yes. Let’s Talk.
I remember so vividly when a friend was sharing a parenting strategy with me for when kids fight—something she called the three B’s. I looked at her skeptically and said, “That won’t work when they’re pummeling each other.” Wide-eyed, she responded incredulously, “Your kids physically fight?” I started laughing. “That’s pretty much the only fighting they do.” If your kids mostly fight…
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Newsletter 12/11/2025, Parenting Introverts in an Extroverted World
One of my children is wired on the shy side—more introverted, happy to play by himself. Recently, I asked if he wanted to have some friends spend the night, and he said, “Nah. I like doing that only on special nights like Halloween or my birthday.” As someone who had to learn to be extroverted, I…
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Raising Kids in High-Achieving Environments
we wanted to explore whether we can motivate our kids to be hardworking and successful without pushing them into anxiety, burnout, or depression – particularly since we are lucky enough to live in an affluent, high-achieving community.
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Newsletter 11/13/25, You Get The Behavior You Allow: How to Set Clear Boundaries
I drive two sixth-grade boys to and from school each day. This year, they have laptops for the first time—and a lot of homework—so every afternoon they hop in the backseat, flip open their computers, and get right to “work” during our 30-minute drive. Except… lately something felt off. I used to teach middle-school boys. I…
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What Great Teachers Know That All Parents Can Use: Proximal Zones, Play and Pressure Podcast Episode
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-great-teachers-know-that-all-parents-can-use/id1756122916 Don’t miss this episode! Are you wondering if you are putting too much pressure on your child? How do you know if they are in the right “zone” for learning? Is it too hard? Too easy? Just right? It’s not Goldilocks, it’s proximal zones! Learn what great teachers know about how kids learn best!
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How Schools and Parents Can Partner to Raise Thriving Kids of Character
In this episode of Founders Future, with host Zach Young, we meet Peyten Williams, the founder of Bowbend Consulting. Peyten shares her inspiring journey from a dedicated 16-year career in education to launching her own venture. She discusses the pivotal moment of realization that led her to leave the classroom and her mission to bridge…
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Building Stronger Family Relationships: Online Series
Questions? email peytenwilliams@bowbendconsulting.com What Are The Sessions? Who Is Invited? Why Attend? Using proven Positive Discipline strategies grounded in sound research, this series will equip you with practical tools to foster mutual respect, emotional intelligence, and cooperation in your home. ✔ Strengthen relationships—the key to reducing anxiety and boosting resilience.✔ Gain effective, research-backed strategies for…
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Tech Talks: Bridging the Gap Between Parents and Kids
Saturday, February 22, 2025 4:30 – 6:00 PM ** Location will be shared closer to the date. Event will be held in North Atlanta (Buckhead/Brookhaven/Sandy Springs area) Questions? email peytenwilliams@bowbendconsulting.com Who Is Invited? Gather Your Group & Reserve A Table Why Attend Tech Talks? A facilitated discussion for parents and their kids (grades 3–5) helps…