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Circle In: The Family Leadership Center Podcast

Family Leadership Center
Family Meetings
Parenting
Adlerian Psychology
Problem Ownership
Encouragement
Family Leadership Center
Family Meeting
Strengths
Problem Solving
Circle In
Technology
Power Struggles
Boredom
Sleep In Your Own Bed
Routines
Appreciations
Family Fun
Encouragement Question
Belonging
Capable

Circle In: A Family Leadership Podcast provides inspiration, up-to-date research, timeless wisdom, and humor leaving parents and caregivers hopeful and encouraged.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes34Founded2 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Does your day start with gentle good mornings and end with drill sergeant vibes? If you find yourself swinging from the Permissive Parent at breakfast ("Eat your breakfast, okay?") to the Autocratic Parent by bedtime ("Get in bed, NOW!!!"), you aren'... more

What if you stopped parenting for today and started parenting for a Tuesday ten years from now? This episode introduces the "Out of the Nest" framework—a powerful exercise that helps you work backward from your long-term vision to handle today's real... more

Imagine your family dynamic is a play where the stage is set, the scenery is in place and the play is already underway. When children join the play, they interpret the family stage and then cast themselves in a role to find their own place (i.e. as "... more

What if your child isn't giving you a hard time, but is actually having a hard time because their internal buckets are empty? This week, we offer a powerful reframe for those moments of defiance and meltdown using the 4 Crucial Cs: Connect, Capable, ... more

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Recent Guests

Barbara Fairfield
Educator and therapist; long-time mentor and trainer in family therapy
Parent Encouragement Program (Maryland)
Episode: 021: Less Drama, More Love: The Key to Peaceful Parenting
Louisa Longshore
Guest, daughter of the host
Family Leadership Center (as part of the podcast)
Episode: 018: Finding Strengths: The Essence of Encouragement
Patti Cancellier
Parent educator and coach cited as returning guest
Circle In / Family Leadership Center
Episode: 016: The Hidden Truth About Power Struggles (It's Not About Control)
Patti Cancilleer
Certified PEP educator, founder of the Parent Encouragement Program
Parent Encouragement Program (PEP)
Episode: 013: Listen Up, Parents! Transform Your Child's Behavior by Hearing What They Really Mean
Alyson Schafer
Family counselor, parenting expert, Adlerian psychology advocate
HarperCollins Canada (author)
Episode: 008: Skills for Life: The Power of Family Meetings Revealed: Interview with Alyson Schafer

Hosts

Marjie Bettner
Host of Circle In: The Family Leadership Center Podcast; co-host with Paige; focuses on family leadership, parenting guidance, and Adlerian concepts.
Paige Bettner
Co-host and main host; leads discussions on Adlerian psychology, family meetings, and practical parenting strategies.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 14 ratings
  • Really good

    What a treasure this podcast is! It offers so much encouragement and good ideas for parenting. I see opportunities to use the ideas everywhere.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jennifer Qup
    United States7 months ago
  • Encouraging

    This podcast is like the hug from a friend. It’s like getting together with some mom friends and coming away feeling encouraged and hopeful because you have a few new ways to lighten the mental load of parenting. They share simple ways of promoting kindness, teamwork and fun in the family.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarah C, Baltimore
    United Statesa year ago
  • Helpful and positive

    I always feel so encouraged after listening!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gk153672
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show

    My new favorite podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GiGiHollyN
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Insights

    Enjoyed the content and actionable ideas worth incorporating into your relationships

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    goodchemistry
    United Statesa year ago

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Very practical parenting help with compassionate, actionable tips.
Listeners feel hopeful and supported by the hosts' balanced approach.
Audience gets encouragement and easy-to-implement ideas for calmer family life.

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008: Skills for Life: The Power of Family Meetings Revealed: Interview with Alyson Schafer
Q: What is the spirit of a family meeting?
The spirit is that everyone in the family has a voice on things they want to improve or change, all thoughts are considered, and decisions are made by consensus to move the family forward.
008: Skills for Life: The Power of Family Meetings Revealed: Interview with Alyson Schafer
Q: What are some of the benefits of family meetings?
They provide a multifunctional space where voices are heard, leadership is demonstrated at all levels, and families learn collaborative problem solving, which strengthens relationships and social equality.
016: The Hidden Truth About Power Struggles (It's Not About Control)
Q: And Patti, like how many parents have you coached over the years-ish?
Patti estimates thousands of parents have been reached through her coaching and education work, underscoring the broad reach of these tools.

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The show focuses on practical parenting guidance rooted in Adlerian psychology and family leadership. Across episodes, listeners learn through actionable tools such as family meetings, encouragement prompts, and structured routines that foster belonging, competence, recognition, and resilience. The hosts share personal stories, real-family examples, and evidence-based approaches to reduce chaos, improve communication, and strengthen parent–child relationships, often emphasizing dignity, collaboration, and mindful communication. A standout angle is the seamless blend of theory with hands-on kits and prompts that families can implement immediately, plus recurring concepts like open dialogue, movement over lectures, and shared leadership in th... more

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