In this episode of The Art of Raising Humans, Kyle and Sara Wester sit down with Tara Bremer, founder and CEO of House Peace, to explore how the state of our homes can deeply affect our parenting, stress levels, and connection with our kids. Tara has been bringing peace into homes since 2013, using her background in psychology and counseling to help families shift from chaos to calm. As a wife and mother of three, she understands firsthand the daily challenges of family life—and brings a compassionate, judgment-free lens to every conversation.

Together, they discuss how clutter and disorganization can undermine family dynamics and how intentional habits, body doubling, and visual cues can help restore peace. This episode offers grounded encouragement and actionable steps for parents looking to foster independence in their kids while maintaining a harmonious home environment.

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In this thought-provoking episode, Kyle and Sara Wester challenge a common parenting goal: obedience. They explore why obedience might deliver quick results, but often at the cost of long-term connection, emotional development, and a child's capacity for critical thinking.

Instead, they advocate for cooperation as a healthier, more empowering goal. Drawing from real-life examples and their work with families, Kyle and Sara share practical strategies to nurture trust, respect, and internal motivation in kids. They explain how cooperation builds emotional intelligence, strengthens relationships, and prepares children to become thoughtful, capable adults.

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In this episode, Kyle and Sara sit down with Lori Sugarman-Li—author of Our Home—to explore how reframing family responsibilities can transform your household. They talk about the emotional labor of parenting, why chores aren’t just tasks, and how involving kids in meaningful work builds connection, confidence, and life skills.

💡 Topics include:

• Why "helping" isn’t the same as "collaborating"
• Making invisible labor visible
• Teaching kids responsibility through shared care
• How shifting language and energy changes everything
• Creating a home where everyone feels valued

This conversation is a powerful reminder that daily routines can be opportunities for connection and growth.

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In this episode of Art of Raising Humans, Kyle and Sara Wester explore one of the most common stressors for families—sibling conflict. Instead of falling into the trap of being a referee, dismissing the drama, or shutting it down, what if you could coach your kids through it?

Kyle and Sara break down the three roles parents often play (resister, dismisser, ref) and why they don’t work. Then they share a compassionate, research-backed alternative: coaching kids to build empathy, communication, and emotional regulation through conflict.

You’ll learn:

• How to shift from solving fights to building lifelong skills
• The power of connection in reducing rivalry
• Coaching prompts to use with your kids today
• Why modeling adult conflict well matters so much
• How sibling conflict can become a growth opportunity

"Sibling conflict isn’t a failure — it’s a chance to teach lifelong relationship skills."

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In this honest and inspiring conversation, Kyle and Sara Wester sit down with bestselling author Jessica N. Turner to talk about what happens when parenting and marriage don’t turn out the way you hoped.

Jessica opens up about her own journey through disappointment and divorce, and how she rebuilt her life with intention, emotional healing, and hope. She shares lessons from her new book, I Thought It Would Be Better Than This, including how therapy, forgiveness, and open communication can help parents heal and lead with purpose—even in hard seasons.

You’ll hear about:

• Why naming disappointment matters
• How therapy can support emotional resilience
• What forgiveness looks like after relational pain
• Tips for co-parenting with openness and grace
• Helping kids feel secure during big transitions

Whether you’re in a hard season or supporting someone who is, this episode offers practical wisdom and encouragement for parents who want to grow through what they’re going through.

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In this episode, Kyle and Sara explore the power of the Relationship Bank Account (RBA) — a simple but transformative tool for strengthening your connection with your child.

You’ll learn:

• What a Relationship Bank Account is (and why it matters)
• How to make daily “deposits” that build long-term trust and emotional security
• 10 practical ways to fill up your child’s RBA starting today
• What to do if your RBA is running low (or in overdraft)
• How RBA principles protect your relationship through conflict and correction

💡 This episode goes beyond emotional warmth — it’s about smart, future-focused parenting with long-term ROI.

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In this thought-provoking episode, Kyle and Sara Wester sit down with renowned author and speaker Alfie Kohn—a powerful voice challenging traditional ideas about parenting, discipline, education, and motivation.

Alfie doesn’t hold back as he dives into the unintended consequences of using rewards, punishments, and even praise with children. His insights, grounded in decades of research, have radically reshaped how countless parents and educators approach behavior and discipline.

This conversation is equal parts challenging and inspiring—and yes, it even moved Sara to tears. Why? Because Alfie doesn’t just critique outdated approaches—he paints a compelling picture of what’s possible when we parent with unconditional love, curiosity, and trust.

In this episode, Kyle and Sara explore:

• Why rewards and punishment may undermine intrinsic motivation
• How praise can backfire—and what to do instead
• What it looks like to support children’s autonomy and growth
• How schools and families can foster genuine cooperation, not compliance

Listeners will walk away with not only a deeper understanding of why traditional discipline falls short, but how to do things differently—and more effectively.

About Our Guest:

Alfie Kohn is the author of 14 influential books, including Punished by Rewards, Unconditional Parenting, The Myth of the Spoiled Child, and The Schools Our Children Deserve. He’s been featured on Oprah, The Today Show, and numerous other national platforms. His work has helped parents and educators across the globe rethink what it truly means to raise and teach children with respect and connection.

Learn more at 👉 www.alfiekohn.org

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In this episode, we’re digging into the quiet beliefs many of us bring into parenting—assumptions we didn’t even realize were shaping how we saw our kids.

Kyle and Sara reflect on the messages they heard early on in their parenting journey: from well-meaning friends, family, and culture at large. Many of these ideas—like needing to “control” kids, stop “bad” behavior, or “show them who’s boss”—can subtly influence how we respond to our children’s needs, mistakes, and development.

But what if many of these assumptions are wrong?

They explore big questions like:

• Are kids really being bad, or are they lacking skills?
• Is punishment necessary, or is there a better way?
• What does research say about how children are actually wired?

You’ll hear how shifting your mindset can completely transform the way you parent. They talk about:

• Why children actually want to succeed and cooperate
• How their brains are wired for connection and learning
• Why behaviors often signal a lack of skill, not a lack of motivation
• And why labeling kids as “manipulative” or “lazy” misses what’s really going on

Whether you're early in your parenting journey or years in, this conversation invites you to challenge unhelpful assumptions and begin to see your child in a fresh way. Get ready!

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