Episode Details

Can good manners really make life easier? Author and speaker Brooke Romney believes they can—for kids and families alike. In this practical conversation, Brooke shares insights from her book 52 Modern Manners for Kids, offering simple ways to raise kind, confident, and respectful children. She explains why manners matter more than ever, which habits actually stick, and how social skills can strengthen confidence, connection, and family relationships. Brooke also shares tips for building trust and healthy communication with tweens and teens, encouraging parents to start small and see big results through everyday acts of kindness and respect.

Links Discuss in this Episode:

• Order a Copy of Minimalist Moms: Living and Parenting with Simplicity
• Substack: Minimalist Moms Podcast
• Diane's Resource: Red's Gone Green - Clove Cinnamon Vanilla
• Book: The Emotional Lives of Teenagers by Lisa Damour
• Connect with Brooke:
• 52 Modern Manners For Today's Teens Volume 1
• 52 Modern Manners For Today's Teens Volume 2
• 52 Modern Manners for Kids
• Website
• Instagram

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