Parenting

Parenting on the

๏ปฟGrounded Path

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    "There is no such thing as a perfect parent. So just be a real one."

     – Sue Atkins

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    "Behind every young child who believes in themselves is a parent who believed first." 

    – Matthew Jacobson

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    "Children are not a distraction from more important work. They are the most important work." 

    – C.S. Lewis

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Parenting on the Grounded Path

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    Teaches that Mistakes are Opportunities to Learn

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    Teaches Kindness and Firmness at the Same Time

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    Connection before Correction

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    Is Based on the work of Alfred Adler and Rudolf Dreikurs

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    Supports Social Equality; Dignity and Respect for Everyone

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If you are looking to trade power struggles for harmony and cooperation, then you are in the right place!



Developing Capable Young People







Positive Discipline is a program designed to teach young people to become responsible, resourceful members of their communities. Based on the best selling “Positive Discipline” books by Jane Nelsen and others, it promotes self-discipline: doing the right thing when no one is watching, forcing, or bribing. This happens when we model and teach our children important social and life skills in a manner that is deeply respectful and encouraging for both children and adults. Positive Discipline teaches adults to employ kindness and firmness at the same time, and is neither punitive nor permissive.

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TRAUMA INFORMED

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BRAIN SCIENCE INFORMED

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DEVELOPMENTALLY  APPROPRIATE

Positive Discipline is for everyone! It is a sustainable parenting method, meaning it is applicable to children of any age, from birth through the teenage years. Because of its focus on respect, communication, and solutions, you will find many of the tools and concepts to be applicable to adult relationships as well.

How is it different?

From other parenting programs? Many other parenting programs focus only on the behavior (for tantrums do this; for whining do that). Even “positive” parenting methods often employ punishment (sometimes disguised as “consequences”) in an attempt to modify behavior. Positive Discipline addresses the belief behind the behavior, and eliminates all punishment and rewards in favor of encouragement. The primary goal of all children is to belong and feel significant. Positive Discipline helps us guide our children toward belonging and significance in ways that are supportive and constructive.

Parenting Workshops

Introduction to Positive Discipline


Half DayWorkshop

Sunday, December 7, 2025

 1:00pm to 5:00pm



Join us for a half day and introduction into Positive Discipline!  This experience is a wonderful way to gain exposure to the principles and strategies of the parenting method used in homes and schools all over the world.  Participants will leave the workshop with knowledge and tools they can begin to use right away.  Those who attend the workshop will be provided a Certificate of Completion and  offered ongoing support through our free monthly virtual Parents Helping Parents Problem Solve Group.


๐Ÿ‚The cost of this workshop is $50. A parenting partner may attend for a total of $75.

Early Bird Discount of $10 off - - $40 single registration or $65 for parenting plus parenting partner. This early bird discount applies to self pay clients only through October 15, 2025. Registration closes Monday, December 1, 2025.


๐Ÿ‚This workshop will be held at Grounded Path's office at Second Stage.

๏ปฟAddress: 194 second street Amherst, VA 24521


๐Ÿ‚Included in your paid registration:

  • Invitation to join free Monthly Parents Helping Parents Problem Solve Groups (meet virtually first Wednesday of the month at 6pm starting in January 2026)
  • Certificate of Completion for completing the half day long workshop (must attend all 4 hours of training to receive).



HERE’S JUST SOME OF WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:


๐Ÿ‚How to inspire intrinsically motivated cooperation and other harmonious behaviors in our children. 

We all hope to raise children who will do the right thing even when no one is looking. Well we can start working on that now!

๐Ÿ‚You will spend time identifying the life skills you want for your children

We will actually take the very challenges you are facing right now and explore how to take these hidden gems of opportunities to guide our children towards the life skills and characteristics you want and hope for them! 

๐Ÿ‚You will learn that ultimately you are NOT ALONE  and that together we can work towards being the best (not perfect) adult in our children's lives.  These classes can be so validating when we hear how others struggle with similar challenges. That common humanity alone can give us fuel to persevere! 

๐Ÿ‚You will learn the core principles that underlies Positive Discipline - how to meet the REAL NEED that helps children to develop into responsible, respectful, resourceful, and happy young people that know how capable they are. 

๐Ÿ‚And let's not forget why you came here! You will leave with simple and effective Positive Discipline tools that you can begin utilizing right away!  These principles and tools can be used preventatively and as empowering interventions. 






Workshops are taught by Shiloh Martin, LPC

and Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator.   



 Space is limited! Register Today!



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Parenting Parties
These sessions are designed to learn some of the basics of parenting with Positive Discipline. Typically hosted by a parent sponsor for a group of acquaintances, these parenting parties cover basic concepts such as parenting styles, mindset, and practical tools for parenting.

Parenting Workshops

We offer full day and multi-week workshops where we take a deep dive into power struggles, rewards, consequences, and the belief behind the behavior.

Custom Workshops
We can create a custom workshop or class just for you based on topics such as mealtime struggles, sibling rivalry or a topic of your choice. Please contact us!

Resources

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