Becky Divinski
Parenting background
- Parent
- Initially used punishment and rewards
- Participated in my first Positive Discipline class, at my daughter's school
- Positive Discipline introduced me to a kind and firm parenting model
- Positive Discipline is the respectful approach I now use with my family
- My home environment is much more peaceful and happy now
Parent Educator background
- Became a Certified Positive Discipline Parenting Educator
- Taught Positive Discipline classes at my daughter's school and then as a business taught classes outside of school
- Became a Certified Positive Discipline Trainer
- Make the learning fun and classes highly interactive
Why I love teaching Positive Discipline
- Positive Discipline is good for the family relationship and for society, as well
- Positive Discipline tools can immediately be put to use and practiced
- Positive Discipline helps reduce conflict in families because everyone has a voice
- Positive Discipline is about looking for solutions to problems, instead of blaming, shaming, and causing pain
The Power of Positive Discipline
- Positively changes clients' lives
- Not just a parenting philosophy - concepts of Positive Discipline can be applied to adult relationships, too
- Positive change agent in my own life
Speaking background
- Delivering speeches, presentations, and workshops both within and outside of the Toastmasters speaking organization, since 1996
- Received the highest educational award in Toastmasters - Distinguished Toastmaster
- Since 2006, delivered presentation skills coaching, both professionally and volunteer-wise
- Deliver parenting talks to groups
Corporate background
- 16+ years experience in computer industry
- Previously, hardware engineer, software programmer, technical trainer
Testimonials
- One parent, after one of my Positive Discipline classes told me, "I was surprised at how much fun the class was and appreciated how much I was able to learn, apply, and retain the skills from the class."
- A parent, after completing one of my Positive Discipline classes, said it well, "I'm practicing more patience and listening more. I'm aware of my challenges as a parent."
Helping families, schools, and organizations grow children into responsible, respectful, and happy adults.