The Power of Conscious Parenting: A Journey to Raising Independent, Thoughtful Kids

Many often ask how the Conscious Parenting Revolution came to be, and it all began with one simple moment in my own Conscious Parenting Journey. It truly started the day my first child was born. When he was about 2 years old, my husband and I found ourselves at a crossroads. We stared at each other from across the room, unsure of the next step. We both knew we wanted to raise a child who was confident, loving, and autonomous—but we weren’t quite sure how to get there. That’s when the real work began. Having grown up in traditional households that valued obedience and compliance, my husband and I understood the elements of our upbringing we wanted to pass on to our children. However, instilling blind obedience wasn’t one of them. Instead, we envisioned raising children who could empathize with others, while staying true to their own needs. We wanted them to learn how to compromise, seek solutions, and meet their own needs—without sacrificing their sense of self.

This led me on a journey of learning from renowned experts like Dr. Thomas Gordon, Dr. Louise Porter, and Dr. Marshall Rosenberg, whose teachings profoundly influenced my parenting philosophy. Along the way, I was fortunate to reconnect with a childhood friend, Claryss Nan Jamieson, and together, we spent years coaching parents and raising our own families while laying the foundation for what would later become the Guidance Approach to Parenting. For me, this Conscious Parenting Journey wasn’t just about raising children; it was about transforming myself. My husband and I had to unlearn many of the habits we inherited from our upbringing. We had to break cycles, shift perspectives, and find a balance between addressing past trauma and being fully present for our children. After over 20 years as a Conscious Parent, I can confidently say that the journey was well worth it. The hard work has paid off in two remarkable children who are independent, confident, and deeply considerate. That’s why I do this—because raising thoughtful, empowered human beings is the greatest reward. If your “why” is anything like mine, I invite you to begin your own journey. Let’s take that first step together!