Ep. 22 Jedi Mom Tricks (Part 1) with Maria Horner
These really aren’t ‘tricks.’… In order for any of this stuff to work…you have to have a strong relationship with the kids you’re trying to use these on.
-Maria Horner
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In Episode 22, Maria Horner shares some of the important lessons she’s learned as a mom and now passes along to her summer staff each year during counselor training at Catalina Island Camps.

Maria Horner with husband Tom, son Nick, and their dog, Boo.
“You know, those ‘Jedi Mom Tricks’ that you do to control my mind without ever yelling or getting mad.”
-Nick Horner
Jedi Mom Trick #1: The Look & The Look with Head Tilt
Jedi Mom Trick #2: Give Choices (that are both acceptable)
Jedi Mom Trick #3: Clearly Communicate the Rules
Jedi Mom Trick #4: Ask Questions
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