About this episode
Help me out... My book is behind on pre-sales and I'm trying to make up a lot of ground before release on January 28th, 2025. If you love the podcast, please consider preordering —it’s the best way to support me right now. If you don't typically read parenting books, I also have the audiobook version! Thank you so much! Preorder the Book Preorder the Audiobook Description This week on The Whole Parent Podcast , why is change is so hard? How can we finally stick to our parenting resolutions this year? Katy Milkman's book "How to Change" has answers. If you want 2025 to be the year you parent with purpose and patience, this episode is for you. Here’s what I talked about: Traditions I reflected on my family’s holiday traditions—both the people we’ve lost and the new faces who’ve joined us. Traditions aren’t just fun; they ground us in who we are and what we value. Why Change is Hard I explained how our brains are wired for routines and why we fall back on old patterns, even when we desperately want to do things differently. Spoiler: it’s not your fault. It’s science. The Fresh Start Effect One of my favorite insights from Katie Milkman’s book How to Change is the idea of using milestone moments, like New Year’s, to kick-start a fresh start. It’s a game-changer. Identity-Based Resolutions I shared why your resolutions should focus on who you want to be rather than just what you want to do. For me, it’s about being the kind of parent who stays calm, listens, and leads with curiosity. The Power of Community I talked about why the people you surround yourself with can make or break your goals—and how to build a community that supports the parent you want to become. My Key Takeaways for 2025: Start Fresh : Use moments like New Year’s to reset and feel optimistic about change. Anchor Your Goals in Identity : Instead of saying, “I’m going to stop yelling,” say, “I’m the kind of parent who stays calm under pressure.” Surround Yourself with the Right People : Community is essential to lasting change. A Few Quotes I Love: "It’s not about trying harder; it’s about trying smarter." "Every choice becomes an opportunity to affirm the parent you long to be." Your Turn: I’d love to hear your parenting resolutions for 2025! Email me at podcast@wholeparentacademy.com—research shows that when you share yo Send us a text Support the show Links to help you and me: To support the Podcast, Subscribe on Substack Get Jon’s Top Five Emotional Regulation Games Get Jon’s Book Punishment-Free Parenting Preorder Jon’s Children’s Book Set My Feelings Free Follow Whole Parent on Instagram , Tiktok, Facebook , Youtube