Send a textWhy do calm intentions disappear the moment your child pushes back?In Episode 2 of The Calm Parenting Framework, host Lirec Williams explores the real reason parents lose their cool—and why most reactions have less to do with children and more to do with unresolved triggers and past experiences.This episode breaks down how childhood trauma, stress, and nervous system conditioning quietly shape parental tone, volume, and emotional responses. Drawing from neuroscience, attachment theory, and trauma-informed parenting research, you’ll learn why awareness—not willpower—is the key to calm parenting.We examine the difference between responding and reacting, why fear-based parenting often masquerades as authority, and how emotional regulation in parents creates emotional safety in children. Fathers will gain practical tools to slow down reactions, manage triggers, and lead with presence instead of pressure—especially during challenging moments with toddlers, kids, and teens.🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:What parenting triggers really are and where they come fromHow childhood experiences influence adult reactivityWhy tone matters more than words in parent-child communicationThe difference between discipline and emotional escalationPractical tools to regulate before respondingHow calm leadership strengthens trust and reduces power strugglesWhether you’re navigating fatherhood challenges, parenting teens, co-parenting, or trying to break generational cycles, this episode offers real-world parenting strategies you can apply immediately.This is calm parenting in practice—grounded in awareness, consistency, and emotional leadership.🎧 Subscribe to 15 Minutes with Dad for evidence-based parenting frameworks, emotional healing for fathers, and practical guidance for building calm, connected homes. Support the showStay Connected with 15 Minutes with Dad: 🌐 Website: Explore additional resources and updates on our healing journey at 15MinuteswithDad.com. 📱 Follow us on Social Media: Instagram: @15minuteswithdad Facebook: 15 Minutes with Dad TikTok: @15minuteswithdad Host Instagram: @ToldbyLirec Facebook: @ToldbyLirec TikTok:@ToldbyLirec ✉️ Subscribe and Share: Receive the latest episodes directly in your inbox by subscribing on our website. Don't forget to share your thoughts and experiences with the community! 🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, and more. Thank you for joining us on this transformative journey! Together, we're breaking barriers and fostering a community of healing. Buy 15 Minutes with Dad Merchandise -Donate to 15 Minutes with Dad so...