Parenting in the Middle

When my kids were little, I'd get them to bed earlier about a week before school started. We'd get their clothes ready, school supplies purchased and they were ready to start a new school year. Even if they weren't excited, they knew it was time and we adjusted without too much difficulty.  Now that my kids are older, and you may have noticed this too, things can get a little more stressful and you may find it hard to keep your cool. We want to not be triggered, we want to stay patient and calm. But let's be honest. It isn't easy. Listen to this episode for 3 simple tips to make your days a little easier. Join me for my Live Workshop on Friday, August 11 at 11am pacific. Follow me on Instagram for more: @kristengoodmancoaching

Liz is the creator, editor and owner of Liz on Call, a creative lifestyle blog sharing easy do-able crafts and recipes. At Liz on Call, she incorporates her love of all things Disney. As an extension of her blog, in 2015 she created Disney Food N Fun as a home base to share all things Disney so families could get the most out of their trips to the Happiest Place on Earth. Liz will be the best friend you never knew you needed when planning a trip to Disneyland.  Liz on Call Blog Disney Food n Fun Blog Disney Food n Fun Instagram Liz on Call Instagram Liz's YouTube Channel Find Liz on Facebook Find Liz on Pinterest    

Join me as Kristen Arnett and I discuss how to help our kids become more confident. Kristen has a clear way of understanding and teaching a concept she calls, The Confidence Spectrum. Her business, Meant to be Me, teaches young girls how to be confident in themselves just as they are. If you're local, you must check her out. If you're not, she'll be expanding to virtual courses soon. You won't want to miss out. Find Kristen on IG @meanttobe.me For information about her class offerings Click Here! Interested in a free introductory coaching call with me? Get on my calendar!

Finding your parenting blindspots can be challenging, as they are often unconscious patterns of behavior or ways of thinking that can be difficult to identify.  In this episode, I talk about how to uncover the blindspots that are keeping you stuck. Observe your own behavior: Pay attention to your behavior and reactions when interacting with your kids. Are there patterns that you notice? Do you respond in certain ways to certain situations? Reflecting on your own behavior can help you identify areas where you may be reacting unconsciously and need to make changes. Remember that parenting is an ongoing process of learning and growth, and it's okay to make mistakes. The most important thing is to be willing to reflect on your own behavior and make changes when necessary to improve your relationship with your child. Join me in my April Workshop!  Click Here and use code LUCKY7 to get in for only $10!  Follow me on Instagram?  Find me @kristengoodmancoaching 

Are you unsure about how to parent your teen? Are you worried you are pushing too hard, or not pushing enough? Do you want to feel more confident in your parenting decisions? If so, listen to this podcast episode on how to set rules and limits with your teenager. Remember, this is a process that takes practice. Notice what works. Notice what doesn't work. One of my favorite thoughts is that nothing is urgent. So take a breath, don't freak out and focus on connecting with your teenager. You've got this. Want to join me in my April workshop? Click Here to Join! Or maybe you want more personalized help? Schedule a free 1-1 introductory call HERE! As promised in this episode, here is a simple guide to everything I talked about - download below. Download 10 Ways to Set Limits with Your Teen Here

What's an emotional bid and why are they important? An emotional bid is a way for one person to get the attention of another person. We often focus so much on getting our teenager's attention, that we can fail to notice when they are trying to get our attention.  We can sometimes feel frustrated when our teens complain or act disrespectful. But instead of it being a cause of frustration, we can start noticing this behavior as an emotional bid they are giving us to get our attention. What do they need or want from us? How can we show love to them? Listen to this episode as I share different ways you can turn toward your teen and focus on how you respond instead of how they are acting. Come to my workshop on Tuesday March 7th!  Click Here to Save Your Seat!

In this episode, I talk about why we get angry, where it comes from, and how we can control it. Controlling our anger doesn't mean we will never be angry again, but it will help us to respond instead of react. We will feel better and our relationships will improve. Anger can often snowball into us saying and doing things that we regret. Listen to this episode and start taking control of your anger today.  Join my SETTING RULES & LIMITS WITH YOUR TEEN Workshop!!  March 7th @ 10:30am MT Want to work with me 1-1? Schedule a free call HERE ! 

It's not about never making a parenting mistake, but about learning from them and being willing to try a different approach. In this episode, I share four common parenting pitfalls that are easy to make and how to avoid them.  You will learn how to manage your emotions first, respond and not react, get curious and validate your teenager's emotions. Doing this will create more connection and influence as you help your child navigate these teen years. The Now Habit by Neil Fiore, Phd 5 Simple Steps to Parenting a Teenager - Free Download! Schedule a free parenting coaching session Click Here!

Naturally, as moms, we want to help our kids be respectful, productive, hard working...etc. etc. Sometimes this can lead to nagging, yelling or thinking our teens are just lazy and rude. If our kid spends too much time on their phone, plays too many video games, or ___________fill in the blank, it's easy to go right to worry and guilt thinking you (and they!) are doing it all wrong. But what if you didn't have to be stressed out or frustrated about their behavior anymore? Listen to this episode to find out how to take the edge off of the frustration from parenting teens. Want More? Click Here! Get My Parenting Toolkit Here!

What can we learn about parenting from Blockbuster and Netflix?  Link To Article About Blockbuster and Netflix I'm sure that based on the title of this episode, you may be a little confused about a thing or two. Blockbuster isn't the first thing one would think of when trying to navigate the struggles of parenting. Come along with me while I explain an analogy that ties together fear based parenting, and good old Blockbuster! Think about it this way. What used to happen if you returned a movie to Blockbuster after your allotted rental time? You got charged a late fee right? And I'm guessing it didn't make you feel great. Now think about what often happens when a child misbehaves or makes a mistake - if they get yelled at and talked down to all the time, it gives them the same negative feelings…  So what can we do to help our kids understand that they need to be held accountable, but still foster a relationship of love, mutual respect, understanding and connection? We don't need to get rid of expectations or boundaries by any means. But instead of using the fear of being in trouble as a motivator - we let them know that we are a safe place they can come to. And when they do mess up, we can trust that they have the strength and resilience to overcome their mistakes. We can have discussions and hold to expectations while still letting them knowwe love, respect and support them.  Ready to schedule a strategy call? Click Here

It's the New Year!  And with the New Year, comes all of the resolutions and goals right? But sometimes (most times) it's hard to get going! Routines get messy during the holidays, and once the New Year rolls around, you're tired. You feel a loss of momentum and just want things to get back to normal. That's why, in this episode, I talk about 4 simple things you can do to regain your focus in 2023. It all starts with picking ONE thing that you want to do this year - just one - and determine what your “why” is for doing that. For me - I want to feel more calm and centered going into this new year. I want to slow down. Maybe you're feeling similarly - or maybe you're feeling motivated to go full speed ahead into 2023! Either way, these 4 tips can help you get there. 1. Get curious about new ideas! We hear things over and over again and the tendency is to think “I already know this…” Instead, pause, recognize the thought, but then think - what is something NEW I can learn from this?” 2. Instead of thinking thoughts like “this won't work” or “I can't do that”; think, “how can this work for me” When you ask your brain better questions, it will give you better answers. 3. Don't judge yourself or the things you are doing. Instead, I want you to just observe - get feedback. Whats working? What's not working? This is valuable information that you can use to move forward. 4. Have compassion for yourself. If we want to raise kids who are able to show compassion for themselves - it's going to start with us. It's ok to take a step back and do things a “little less perfect”. We can show our kids that it's okay to try again.    Do you want to ad some midday momentum to your week? Join the Facebook Group The Year to Get More in 2023. "The Gap and the Gain" Dan Sullivan and Benjamin Hardy “Everything is Figureoutable” Marie Forleo Confident Parent Coaching Session *Click Here to Schedule a coaching session with me. Together, we will create a plan to get you focused and connected with your life and family. It's an affordable way to get coaching without the huge investment or commitment. I'd love to see you on my schedule! 

Want to understand your teenager better? Do you feel like you are always walking on eggshells around your teen, not wanting to fight with them, but also needing them to listen to you? Parenting teens can be exhausting. There are so many myths that make parenting teens harder than it needs to be. We often go into parenting dreading the teen years. But it doesn't have to be this way. Parenting teens can be fun again. Darby Fox, LCSW, is a child and adolescent family therapist with over twenty years of experience. She is an expert on parenting, child psychology, and family topics. Listen in as I ask her real questions from real moms. Her answers are applicable, simple and so helpful. You'll love this episode. To connect with Darby and check out her new book, Rethinking Your Teenager, click the links below. https://darbyfox.com Rethinking Your Teenager by Darby Fox    

It can be so hard to know when your child's behavior is normal and when it's time to reach out for help. Some signs that something is going on can include: Trouble sleeping More irritable than usual Stomachaches or headaches These symptoms are also pretty normal to see in most children and teens.  So what do we do? My two favorite questions to ask myself are: Does my child feel safe to share emotions? Am I asking good questions? Doing this mental check-in will often help me know the next steps that I need to take. In this episode, I will also be talking about the power of saying; “I notice that….. Acknowledge something you notice in a way that leaves him feeling curious - not feeling defensive  I will talk about the power in avoiding the word WHY - "Why are you doing that?" It immediately puts your child on the defense. I will also address the three most common struggles in adolescence and how we can help our teenagers navigate these struggles.  Click Here  for my guide to avoid a power struggle Schedule a Confident Parenting Coaching Call Here!

Imagine being 16 again. Feeling like the weight of the world is on your shoulders. Academics, sports, family, friends, learning to drive, new to dating...it feels like a lot doesn't it? And for some reason, on top of it all, it seems you can never do anything right in your parents' eyes.  If there is one thing I have learned as a parent, it's how important it is to let your children know that your love is unconditional. So how do we do this?  Set your expectations for your children based on what they are capable of, not based on what you want. Focus on their effort - not the outcome of their efforts.  Let them know it's ok to fail - falling down is ok, it's getting back up that matters! Resilience is built by failure and mistakes - we don't need to live with an all or nothing mindset  We don't need to feel bad about ourselves in order to improve. Don't beat yourself up! Use these tips and others mentioned in the episode to help create a positive, encouraging and supportive relationship with your children. Mutual understanding, love and expectations is a parenting game changer.  You're in for a special treat! I'll be launching my Parenting in the Middle Toolkit! This Toolkit includes twelve easy parenting tools that actually work. Sign up for my emails here for more information See link below for the book referenced in the episode. 13 Things Mentally Strong Parents Do - Amy Morin

In this episode, I talk to Cassidy Lundgren about her struggle with scrupulosity (religious OCD) and depression. She's a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, a wife and mother to four children. Cassidy talks about her battle with mental illness and how it impacted her ability to feel God's love for her. I'm so grateful to Cassidy for being so willing to share her story with us. Whether you suffer from mental helath challenges yourself, or know someone who does - listening to Cassidy's story will help you move forward knowing you are not alone. There is hope and it can and does get easier.  Cassidy owns a home decorating business called Just Tweak It with her business partner Whitney.                  Find Them On Instagram Here For Cassidy's personal Instagram page Click Here To hear more of Cassidy's story listen to Richard Ostler's podcast Listen, Learn and Love episode #575  Enjoy the episode. Don't forget to leave a review and subscribe to Parenting in the Middle Podcast. And if you find it helpful, share with a friend who would benefit from this message as well. 

All your teen wants is to be seen.  Think about it. When someone acknowledges you and says your name, doesn't it feel good?  Our kids are the same way. They may not act like they notice or appreciate it, but I promise it will make a huge difference in your relationship if you put this into practice.  Active Recognition - noticing something your child is doing and let them know you see them. Try it!  Follow me @kristengoodmancoaching on Instagram for more helpful tips for parenting your teen.  Instagram Avoid a Powerstruggle with these 3 Simple Tips Confident Parenting Plan - Schedule a call here

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Every day, we tell ourselves a story.  We create stories because it gives meaning to our lives. When things are going well, our stories make us feel good. However, when problems come up, the stories we create make us feel like we have failed. Listen to this episdoe as I explain a time when the story I had about my teenager didn't serve me. It didn't serve them either. It only increased my anxiety and created a power struggle with my teen. You can change your story. No matter how you're feeling or how your teen is behaving, make sure the story you are telling yourself is a good one. Want to schedule a free coaching session to see what coaching is all about? Click Here! To join my workshop on Monday, Oct 17th at 11am PT Click Here! I'll send you the link to join soon! You'll be able to submit questions and get answers to specific questions about parenting your teen.

In this episode, I share my origin story and how I discovered coaching. I jump back several years to my old mindset when I felt stuck, unfulfilled, and empty inside. Even though I loved being a mom, I wasn't doing “enough” in my mind. I thought that I should have a clean house, be organized, and have my kids act a certain way…but that wasn't happening.     I finally got to the point where I thought, “I've got to do something because what I'm doing isn't working.”  This is when I was introduced to coaching and my life completely changed.   Listen to this episode to learn: How to not allow the things people think or say to impact your life Why you should be grateful for where you are right now How your life can change if you just shift one degree Three book recommendations that will make all the difference Why feeling good enough right now just as you are is so important Use the principles from this episode to start living up to your potential. You'll feel better about where you are and you'll get on a path to making progress.

Imagine that you are speaking in front of a big group of people. Your palms are sweaty; your knees are shaking; your heart is pounding. Public speaking is something that is scary for a lot of us.  Your fear may tempt you to run away from the situation, but fear doesn't have to be a signal to stop. In fact, it's just an emotion you're feeling and it's only as powerful as you let it be.   Whether it's public speaking, pitching your course, or having a complicated discussion with your teenager, you don't have to give in to your fear.  Listen to this episode as I do a deep dive into fear. Here's what we'll cover: What fear looks like and how to overcome it Different mantras to replace fearful thoughts How to put your emotions in a capsule and move forward Negative impacts of fear-based parenting on children Why staying grounded helps control your feelings You can feel fear and take action anyway.  Listen in to learn about leaning into your fear instead of giving it more power than it deserves. Want a free parenting session to get you back on the right footing?  Click the link below for a 30 minute phone call. In this call you will learn a strategy to help you stay calm and connected in your most frustrating parenting moments. Schedule Here!

You want to be the perfect parent – we all do. But the reality is, you are human and you make mistakes. Even with the best of intentions, you're going to mess up at some point.  Take a breath, it's okay.  In this episode, I'm going to share what you can do when you make a parenting mistake. What do you do when you get angry or put too much pressure on your kids? Simply put, you can own your shortcomings, recognize your mistakes, and mend your relationship when necessary.  Are you ready to take some of that pressure off of parenting? Listen in, and you will learn: 3 ways to respond when you want to react in anger What to do when you lose your temper What the shame cycle is, why it's damaging, and how to get out of it What level of control your child needs How to correct behavior in a loving, patient way instead of a reactive, angry way Why putting your needs first is actually good for your kids It's not easy to change how you react, but it will be worth it when you notice the relationship with your child improving. Avoid a Power Struggle With Your Teen - Your Free Guide

Monica was the ideal teen…until she wasn't. Her shield of perfectionism had made her unknowable, unreachable, and unseeable. She couldn't let people see her weaknesses and had created an image for herself that she could no longer uphold.  That is when everything came crashing down.     Monica Packer from the About Progress podcast joins me on this episode to talk about how life is about progress, not perfection. She shares her story of how she recovered from being a burnt-out perfectionist.  We talk about the high expectations that many teens deal with, how to help them break through their all-or-nothing mentality, and how to help them discover who they are.     Here's what you can expect to learn from this episode: How to know if your teen is struggling with perfectionism What questions you can ask to get out of all-or-nothing thinking What a do something list is and how to use it Expectation vs. Exploration How you and your teen can rediscover who you are How to get out of the “should” mindset   Of course, it feels good to have a high-achieving teen, but you also want to help them to find fulfillment beyond the external expectations of what the world says you “should” be doing.  Listen to this episode to learn how. Free Class - The #1 Reason Why Women Must Do Things Differently 3 Ways to Avoid a Power Struggle with Your Teen

What if I told you that the best way to get your teen to change is to accept them just the way they are. Crazy right? But it's true. So let's unravel the thoughts that make it hard for us to accept our teens just as they are.  You will have less contention in your home, more connection with your teen and more fun while parenting when you do this.  Want to learn more? Download my Guide Here 3 Ways to Avoid a Power Struggle Link to Article Accept Your Teenager Just As They Are

What do you think? Should parents have a say in the way their teenagers dress?  Modesty and clothing battles isn't anything new. We went through it and our parents went through it. But your teen is more than what they wear or what they look like.  In this episode, I share my thoughts about why I shifted from being the mom who required undershirts to the mom who wants her girls comfortable in their own skin. Want to join me in September for my Parenting in the Middle group coaching program? Click the link below.  Join waitlist here!    

Do you sometimes feel like you're a pushover? The resentment builds and then you explode? Listen to this episode for ways to get what you need without guilt tripping or yelling. Assertive parents have boundaries, ask for what they need and allow their children to have needs and boundaries too. Download my free guide to avoid a power struggle HERE Schedule a free call HERE

We can get stuck into this trap that successful parenting means raising kids who listen and always follow the rules. Successful parenting is giving our kids the internal resources they need to handle frustration and disappointment. Successful parenting is helping our kids grow into their own unique self and sharing their light with the world. Successful parents don't resist mistakes and learn to walk with their children as they navigate life. Click below for a free session and start feeling more connected to your teen today! It's my gift to you for listening to my podcast.  Schedule Free 45 min. Call

How can you stay calm and in control when your teen is driving you nuts? Is it possible to strengthen the relationship you have with your teen even when you think they don't like you? Yes! Listen in and I will show you how. Want to join me for the next six weeks? Join me in my small group coaching program! Click Here to register.

Life is both: Good and Bad, Hard and Easy We can allow the emotions that come with our life. The peace, love gratitude AND the grief, heartache, and pain. We often think it will be easier when....our kids get through this challenge, when we lose weight, when we have more money. I will explain why this isn't true and why the thoughts and feelings you have now, will be the same thoughts and feelings you will have later.  Want to come to my Parenting Teens Masterclass?  Register Here  Get my free guide for how to avoid a power struggle Here

Summer is here! Our teens have more time to spend on their devices - do you know what they are doing on them? What shows are they watching, who are they talking to? Listen to this episode to find out how to approach these questions to get honest responses. And what do you do when you get an answer you don't like? I've got that for you too. Listen in! Light the Fight Podcast link here Click here to read my blog post, "You've Lost Your Temper, Now What?"

Do you pay your kids for grades? In this episode I will tell you why I stopped paying for grades and what I do instead. I will give you four ways to help your child develop intrinsic motivation. What's the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and how do you know when it's okay to incentivize your kids? Listen in and I can help you decide for yourself.  Free Guide for How to Avoid a Power Struggle Join waitlist for my group coaching course in June! Email me with comments and questions here  

Mother's Day, birthdays, holidays....they can feel like a lot. We put a lot of pressure on ourselves and on that day for it it to be perfect. Listen in as I tell you my ten favorite ways that make me feel like a good mom. These practices and beliefs also help me love my kids unconditionally, exactly as they are. Want to join my Parenting In The Middle Group this summer?  https://www.parentinginthemiddle.com/waitlist Follow me on Instagram @kristengoodmancoaching https://www.instagram.com/kristengoodmancoaching/  

Do you feel like you have so much to do and not enough time? Are you feeling inadequate with all that's on your plate? In this episode, I share the four types of thoughts that create overwhelm for us and how to let them go.  Feel less overwhelmed and more patient and confident.  https://www.parentinginthemiddle.com/powerstruggle

It's natural and loving to want your kids to be happy. Of course we want our kids to make good choices. But it becomes toxic when our happiness actuallly depends on it. Allowing our kids to think and feel what they are feeling is the most loving thing we can do. Listen to this episode to find out how. Click here to get my free guide for avoiding a power struggle  Have questions? Email me at belivingproofcoaching@gmail.com

Guilt can come in many ways. From personal insecurities, other people's opinions & social media comparison. In this episode, I talk about why it's important to manage how we feel and the impact it can have on our relationships. Get my free guide for avoiding power struggles here! Have questions? Email me at belivingproofcoaching@gmail.com

Understanding how to respond to your parenting triggers will help you keep your cool and control your temper.

See how simple 3 powerful questions can be to help you connect with your teen and get them to help you out.  Join my parenting coaching course waitlist here! https://www.parentinginthemiddle.com/waitlist kristengoodmancoaching.com

In this episode, I talk about why it's important to not take your child's behavior personally. I also explain how important it is to be the captain of your child's ship. Not sure what I mean? Listen to the episode. Email me with questions at belivingproofcoaching@gmail.com Tired of the power struggle? Click link below to get easy tools that will help you today! 3 Ways to Avoid a Power Struggle with your Teens

Join me in this episode where I talk to Emily Christensen about how to take the shame out of pornography discussions with our kids and teach it alongside healthy sexuality. It's a game changer! To connect with Emily:  She absolutely welcomes any DM's or emails with questions. Reach out to her on IG @emilychristensencoaching or email her at emily@emilychristensencoaching.com Her website www.emilychristensencoaching.com will launch soon!

I loved talking to Emma and hearing her perspective about what it's like to be a single adult member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She is helping bridge the gap often felt between the younger and older generations. You will love her energy and spirit. Emma is a young professional who loves being in a business world and surrounded by entrepreneurs. She has a degree in Psychology and education in Behavioral Health, Trauma, Life-Coaching, and Neuro-Linguistic Programming. Emma is the owner of several businesses and Queen of the Hustle. As an event director, public speaker, writer, life coach, podcast host, etc, she has spent hundreds of hours hearing, writing about, and giving voice to the stories and messages of countless women and other female entrepreneurs. Much of her time is spent in one-on-one professional and personal development coaching sessions with clients, helping them create personal strategies to thrive, whether it's through a start-up, tune-up, and rebrand of a self-owned business or simply through difficult stages of life and trauma. Though she loves the personal connections found in one-on-one coaching sessions, public speaking is her passion. She has taught numerous self-improvement classes and her favorite presentation setting is a classroom or a stage. When she's not speaking, teaching, or coaching, Emma is a singer and a pianist, and she does both as often as she can.

Understanding your emotions is essential for you to be able to control them. The goal is not to avoid feeling negative emotions, the goal is to know what to do with them. Join my Parenting in the Middle Coaching Course here: https://www.parentinginthemiddle.com/offers/tUVzMu8t/checkout Register for my free training here: https://late-lake-1662.ck.page/39f2ec3bff Click here for access to the workbook that goes along with this episode. https://late-lake-1662.ck.page/65af3c524c

In this episode, I explain why it's important to think of ourself as a person first and a mom second. I also talk about why it's so hard to do sometimes.    Join me for a live webinar on June 18th! Register here https://late-lake-1662.ck.page/39f2ec3bff

Karla Carlston is the creator of JOT Journals. In this episode, she shares her experience with postpartum depression and how it led to the creation of her business. You can find Karla on instagram @jot_journals Her website is https://j-o-t-journals.myshopify.com

Ben Pugh is a life coach who works with both parents and teens. Ben called himself a "knucklehead kid" and shares his experience of how adults treated him after getting in some trouble as a teen.  These experiences led him on a mission to help troubled teens see a better version of themselves. Ben is passionate about letting both parents and teens alike know that we don't need to catastrophize everything. Showing up as your best self will help us have more influence on the teens in our life. We need to do the work on us first, instead of thinking that our teens just need to change.

Being liked and approved of feels good doesn't it? But it can create resentment and frustration when we try to make other people approve of us by people pleasing. We aren't true to who we are and this can create a disconnect in our relationships. In this episode I talk about how we can stop this cycle and still show up in love for everyone around us. 

Make your home a place of refuge for your teen. A place where they can escape the pressures and stresses of their everyday life. A place where they feel safe to talk, connect and be influenced by you.

In this podcast, Cheryl gets real about her own parenting journey. She is passionate about breaking the stigma of mental health challenges, especially among children and teens. She is the host of her own podcast called, Fight Like A Mother. She is knowledgable in both education and first hand experience. I'm so grateful to her for sharing her story her.  Find Cheryl on instagram @cherylcardall and @fightlikeamotherpodcast She has a membership group called Parents Rising to help parents reduce fear and gain confidence. Find more info on her instagram feed.

In this episode, I interview Kari Bates. Kari is a life coach, mother of 6 and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Her children range in age from 15 to 25 years old. Her perspective on parenting will help you as you navigate the relationship you have with your teens. Especially as your teens grow and begin to have their own ideas, experiences and beliefs. Enjoy! Find Kari on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kariannebates  and on instagram at https://www.instagram.com/karibates/

In this episode, you will learn how to ignore fighting, when to step in when you can't and how to help your kids resolve their own problems. The tools in this episode are applicable for kids ages 4 and up - you won't want to miss it.  Free yourself from being the referee, judge and jury! 

Parenting teens can be one of the most challenging things you will ever do. Why? Because you feel responsible for your teens behavior and for how they feel. Listen to this episode for ways to get out of this painful shame cycle. 

Our kids need three things to fill their emotional bucket. Autonomy, Competence, and Relatedness Join me on this episode as I explain why understanding these three things will help you find the solutions you need to bring your child's screen time down.  Find the book, Indistractable here. https://www.amazon.com/Indistractable-Control-Your-Attention-Choose/dp/194883653X

Listen in for 7 ways to get your teen to start opening up to you.  In a nutshell: 1. Acknowledge Feelings 2. Set your teen up for success 3. Praise Praise Praise! 4. Encourage Cooperation 5. Autonomy  6. Release children from comparison and roles  7. Self care - for you!