Waldorf in the Home

"The Changing Face of Authority"
Workshop by Claudia McLaren Lainson (Audio in 2-CD format)
Authority without violence, without punitive measure, without cliche, that is the new face of authority. How do we practice this art? By developing our spiritual understanding and our social-emotional intelligence. Putting this into practice begins with story telling for the young child and ends with spiritual counseling for the adolescent. This workshop had standing room only!

"The Artistry of Discipline"
Workshop by Claudia McLaren Lainson (Audio in 2-CD format)
The "I AM" of our children is the gift that is gradually descending, gradually revealing its light. Our task is to recognize this light and not be distracted by the difficult behaviors of the personality. The personality is content. The gift is intent. Learn practical ways to perceive intent and not get lost in content through the artistry of discipline and the power of peaceful language.

Audio recording in 2-CD format $12.50

"The Art of Therapeutic Storytelling"
Workshop by Claudia McLaren Lainson
Stories help the child see through behaviors and events to the underlying patterns. They make sense of the insensible and create a vertical certainty in turbulent times. We are all storytellers. How do we begin to remember this ancient art? [Ed.Note: You'll also hear them called "pedagogical" or "curative" stories and they're an invaluable tool to have in your kit!]

Audio recording in CD format $12.50

"Setting Clear Boundaries"
Workshop by Cynthia Wand (Audio in CD format)
What boundaries do you have in your personal life? In your family life? Explore how virtue-based boundaries can help us use our authority in service to our children's learning and support their spiritual growth.

Audio recording in CD format $12.50

Questions of Discipline
Workshop by Regina Mason

Regina continues with the discussion of ideas covered in her keynote, "Cultivating Mastery: Preparing Untroubled CHildren to Live in a Troubled World." They include questions such as: Where does true authority come from-especially when you're trying not to be authoritarian? What is discipline beyond the definition of punishment? How can we provide "discipline" without stifling our child's creativity and spontaneity? In homeschooling, how can we move gracefully between the roles of "parent" and "teacher," and how can child-led learning succeed without creating childhood "tyrants?"

Audio Recording in CD format $12.50

"How to Get Your Child to Do What You Want without Talking Yourself to Death" (Through Age 7)
by Nancy Blanning

Practical ways to create harmony and avoid problems through developing a respectful understanding of children's consciousness and adapting yours more appropriately.

Audio recording in CD for $12.50

Loving Authority: Building Up, Not Tearing Down
Workshop by Penni Sparks

Penni offers practial ways to meet everyday parenting frustrations with clarity and kindness. This workshop has at least 50 people every time she offers it!

Audio recording in CD format, $16.50

Positive Discipline
Workshop by Susan Kaplan

Discover pathways of balance and congruence. Learn the difference between punishment, positive discipline and guiding with connectedness. Susan explores how old family patterns, parental style conflicts and stress can weaken your vision. Nurture your hopes and dreams and learn skills to bring your values alive.

Creativity and Discipline—Discussion Session
Workshop by Regina Mason

Regina continues with the discussion of ideas covered in her keynote, "Fostering and Preserving your Child's Creative Spirit." Topics considered include: Where does true authority come from, especially when you’re trying not to be authoritarian? In homeschooling how can we move gracefully between the rolls of “parent” and “teacher,” and how can child-led learning succeed without creating childhood “tyrants?” What is discipline beyond the definition of punishment? Based on participants’ questions.

Standing in the Heart: The Brain of the New Intelligence
Workshop by Claudia McLaren Lainson

Our children are coming with a heart knowing that requires us to meet them with our heart if they are to recognize us as authorities, guides and pathfinders. Making the changes these children need requires our moving into the new intelligence. Who are these children and what changes do I need to make in myself to meet them?

Guiding the Child’s Will: Not too tight, not too loose.
Workshop by Dee Joy Coulter, Ed.D.

Each child needs to make a journey from willfulness to willpower, requiring all our wisdom, compassion and courage. We will consider how the will transforms at each developmental stage, how personal obstacles can become will practices and how to shape our guidance to meet each unique child.