Hi there! Lorena Seidel here...

I’m a Mindset and Emotional Intelligence Coach, a certified Montessori teacher, a trained Positive Discipline Parent Educator, a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction {MBSR} teacher, and a mother of three.

I walk families through a Joyful Family Framework that helps create the invincible mindset, unshakable sense of self, and unbreakable sense of connection needed to create everyday harmony and joy at home. 

I dream of a world in which all children grow up in emotionally healthy homes and I'm committed to helping parents raise a generation of amazingly emotionally fit human beings who can finally heal humanity.

STEP INTO THE PARENT YOU TRULY WANT TO BE AND LIVE THE FAMILY LIFE YOU'VE IMAGINED.

- Lorena Seidel

Breaking the Cycle: A Journey to Joyful Parenting

I want to take you on a journey—a journey that began with a vow I made to myself as a child.

Growing up, discipline in my household meant lots of yelling, shaming, and even spanking. But I promised myself that when I became a parent, I wouldn't repeat that cycle. I wanted to create a peaceful home where my kids could thrive, and where I could feel proud of myself at the end of the day.

However, despite my background in education and a deep dive into Montessori-inspired living, I found myself struggling with tantrums and sibling rivalry. No matter how hard I tried, I still found myself losing my cool. I was sounding a lot like my mother!

So, I dove headfirst into every parenting philosophy out there. I learned about Waldorf Education, became a homeschooler, and devoured countless parenting books and blogs. I even trained in Positive Discipline and transformed my home into a haven of warmth, nature, and consistency.

But despite all this effort, something was still missing. I just could not sustain gentle parenting for long. I fell off the "calm mom" wagon all the time. I realized that it wasn't just about techniques—it was about mindset. My own upbringing and emotional baggage were holding me back. I was programmed to be a reactive, angry parent, and I needed to change that.

I embarked on a journey of self-discovery, seeking to become more emotionally intelligent and to rewire my parenting mindset. And through this journey, I create the Joyful Family Framework. And found my purpose: to help others maintain connection and harmony with their kids, even through the toughest moments.

But this work isn't just for me; it's a legacy I'm passing down to my children and beyond. It's about creating a new standard of intentional, peaceful parenting that lasts for generations to come.

So, I invite you to join me on this journey. Let's break the cycle together and create a world where every child grows up in a home filled with love, respect, and understanding. 

Education & Training

 • BA in Education and Linguistics from the Pontificate Catholic University in Brazil

 • BA in Education and literature from the University of Connecticut.

 • Master of Arts of Elementary Education (M.Ed) from Sacred Heart University

 • International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO) trained teacher levels I, II, and III.

 • Certified Montessori Teacher by the American Montessori Society (AMS)

 • Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator 

 • Certified Positive Discipline For The Classroom

 • Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) training