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#173-3 Surprising Reasons You Might Be Struggling to Feel Joy During the Holidays—And How to Change That:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
Episode 173

#173-3 Surprising Reasons You Might Be Struggling to Feel Joy During the Holidays—And How to Change That:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)

The Teen Years Toolkit For Moms: Parenting Communication Skills to Calm the Chaos · Jessica Stewart

December 15, 202512m 34s

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Show Notes

Do you ever feel guilty for not loving the holidays like you used to—especially while parenting teens?

If the magic of the season has been replaced by stress, overwhelm, and the fear of messing it all up, you're not alone. This episode explores why joy feels so distant during this busy season and how fear—not sadness—is often the hidden reason moms of teens feel disconnected and joyless.

  • Understand the real difference between joy and happiness—and why it matters for moms
  • Learn how fear shows up subtly in parenting and blocks your ability to feel present

  • Discover realistic, no-pressure ways to gently rediscover joyful moments with your teen

Listen now to learn simple but powerful mindset shifts that will help you reconnect with joy—even in the chaos of the holiday season.

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