
The Teen Years Toolkit For Moms: Parenting Communication Skills to Calm the Chaos
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#274-Stop Trying to Never Fight With Your Teen: Here’s What Matters Instead :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#273-Why Trying to Control Your Teen Won’t Stop Them From Making Risky Choices: Here's What you CAN Do :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#272-Why Doing Less Could Help You Build a Better Relationship With Your Teen:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#271-How to Stop Getting So Triggered by Your Teen : (Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#270-Why Criticizing What Your Teen Watches and Likes Is Backfiring And What to Do Instead to Build Connection and Influence :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#269-How to Know When to Step In and When to Let Your Teen Figure It Out :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#268-Why Your Teen Is Happy With Everyone Else but Moody With You:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#267-Your Teen Doesn’t Hate School Because They’re Lazy: What Might Really Be Going On :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#266-3 Mindset Shifts You Need When Your Teen Is Struggling:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#265-College Drop-Off Isn't the Whole Story: Navigating Every Parenting Transition:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#264-Why Summer Break Triggers More Parenting Anxiety Than You Expect :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#263-How Letting Go of the "Perfect Summer" Can Transform Your Relationship With Your Teen:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#262-Why Your Teen Sleeping Until Noon Feels So Triggering :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
Summer Rewind-Episode #104-Teen Not Thrilled About Your Summer Vacation Plans? What you Can Do About It This Summer: (Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
Why I'm Slowing Down This Summer—and How It Will Help You Even More :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#261-Triggered by Finding Out Your Teen is Vaping? Here's How to Handle It :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#260-Why Carrying Your Teen’s Problems Is Exhausting You as a Mom:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#259-Why Staying on Top of Your Teen Won't Make Them More Responsible :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#258-Why "Making Life Easier" for Your Teen Leads to Bigger Problems Later :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#257-The 2 Questions That Help You Stay Calm When Your Teen Pushes Every Button :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#256-How You Can Go From Yelling In Panic To Responding Calmly When Your Teen Break Curfew :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#255-How to Get Through to Your Teen Without Yelling :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#254-You Are Not Supposed to Feel Happy All the Time:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#252-Why Avoiding Sadness, Anger, and Frustration Makes Parenting Teens More Difficult:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#251-Why “Helping” Your Teen Might Actually Be Making Things Worse:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#250-Why Beating Yourself Up After Yelling at Your Teen Won’t Make You a Better Mom :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#249-Why “Being Hard On Yourself” Is Hurting Your Relationship With Your Teen:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#248-How One Perspective Shift Can Completely Change The Way You Parent Your Teen:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#247-Why Your Teen Coming Home Drunk Triggers Panic & How to Stay Grounded:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#246-How To Handle Shocking Behaviour From Your Teen:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#245-Listen Again-"I'm Done!" What You Can Do When Parenting Teens Feels Overwhelming:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#244-Why Protecting Your Teen From Pain Might Be Hurting Their Confidence :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#243-How To Get Your Teen To Open Up By Saying Less:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#242-How One Simple Thought Changes Everything :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#241-Why Parenting Perfection Is Keeping You Stuck With Your Teen :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#240-Why Questioning Yourself Is Making You a Better Mom (Especially in the Teen Years):(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
Trailer-3 Ways Moms Can Let Go of Emotional Weight This Mother’s Day (Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#239-How to Reconnect With Yourself by Allowing Small Moments of Joy:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#238-How To Let Go of Guilt and Take Time for Yourself Without Hurting Your Connection With Your Teen:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#237-Why the “Selfless Mom” Narrative Leads to Burnout:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#236-Triggered Mom? Stop Minimizing Your Feelings :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#235-How to Feel More Peace as a Mom by Processing Your Emotions :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#234-Why Parenting Teens Feels So Emotional Around Mother’s Day:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#233-4 Steps Moms Can Use to Ask for What They Want Without Guilt This Mother’s Day :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#232-Why “They Should Just Know” Is Keeping You Resentful as a Mom:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
#231-Why Mother’s Day Expectations Are Setting Moms of Teens Up for Disappointment :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)

Ep 230Trailer-How To Prepare for Mother’s Day By Understanding Your Emotions:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
What if Mother’s Day didn’t have to feel disappointing, confusing, or emotionally loaded this year? For many moms—especially moms of teens—Mother’s Day brings a mix of hope, pressure, and unspoken expectations that often lead to resentment or hurt. Instead of reacting in the moment, this 4-week series is designed to help you understand what’s really coming up beneath the surface before the day even arrives.Get ahead of emotional triggers and expectations before Mother’s Day hitsUnderstand why your teen’s behavior can feel so personal—and how to shift your responseLearn how to communicate your needs and create a Mother’s Day experience that actually feels goodHit play to start this 4-week journey and give yourself the tools to experience Mother’s Day in a way that truly supports you.Take the Communication Style Under Stress quiz now—it only takes a minute!How to Talk About the BIG Stuff With Your TeenNew episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6:00 AM ESTBook a free 1:1 coaching consult hereConnect with me at [email protected] more about me at www.coachwithjessica.caThis powerful podcast explores how moms and parents can navigate anxiety, overwhelm, and grief while building resilience, confidence, and emotional intelligence, offering tools for better communication, active listening, and setting healthy boundaries to foster trust, reduce yelling and punishment, de-escalate conflict and escalation, and strengthen relationships with teens through empathy, calm, and lasting harmony.

Ep 229#230-How a Triggering Moment From Love on the Spectrum Reveals the Secret to Emotional Regulation:(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
What if one simple sentence could stop an emotional reaction before it turns into a full-blown conflict with your teen? When emotions run high, it’s easy to snap, yell, or say something you regret—especially during the teenage years. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or triggered in the moment and unsure how to respond calmly, this episode shows you a practical, real-life example of how to pause, regulate, and shift your response.Learn how naming your emotions can instantly reduce their intensityDiscover a simple tool to pause instead of react in heated momentsUnderstand how emotional awareness improves communication with your teen Press play to learn the simple phrase that can help you stay calm, connected, and in control—even in triggering moments.Take the Communication Style Under Stress quiz now—it only takes a minute!How to Talk About the BIG Stuff With Your TeenNew episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6:00 AM ESTBook a free 1:1 coaching consult hereConnect with me at [email protected] more about me at www.coachwithjessica.caThis powerful podcast explores how moms and parents can navigate anxiety, overwhelm, and grief while building resilience, confidence, and emotional intelligence, offering tools for better communication, active listening, and setting healthy boundaries to foster trust, reduce yelling and punishment, de-escalate conflict and escalation, and strengthen relationships with teens through empathy, calm, and lasting harmony.

Ep 228#229-Why Your Teen’s Attitude Triggers You So Fast (And What To Do Instead):(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
Why does your teen’s attitude trigger you so quickly—even when you promised yourself you’d stay calm?If you’ve ever gone from शांत to yelling in seconds and felt regret afterward, this episode breaks down exactly why that happens and how your brain and nervous system are wired in those moments.Understand why your anger rises so fast—and why it actually makes senseLearn what’s happening between your teen’s behavior and your reactionDiscover a simple, realistic way to pause and respond differently (without needing to be perfectly calm)Press play now to learn how to interrupt the reaction cycle and start responding to your teen with more awareness and control.Take the Communication Style Under Stress quiz now—it only takes a minute!How to Talk About the BIG Stuff With Your TeenNew episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6:00 AM ESTBook a free 1:1 coaching consult hereConnect with me at [email protected] more about me at www.coachwithjessica.caThis powerful podcast explores how moms and parents can navigate anxiety, overwhelm, and grief while building resilience, confidence, and emotional intelligence, offering tools for better communication, active listening, and setting healthy boundaries to foster trust, reduce yelling and punishment, de-escalate conflict and escalation, and strengthen relationships with teens through empathy, calm, and lasting harmony.

Ep 227#228-How To Stop Yelling By Activating Your “Inner Neutralizer” :(Calm Parenting for Moms of Teens)
Do you feel that surge of anger rising when your teen pushes your limits—and worry you’re about to explode? If you’ve ever tried to stay calm but still find yourself reacting, yelling, or escalating conflicts, you’re not alone. Parenting teens can feel like navigating constant emotional triggers—but what if the goal isn’t to be perfectly calm, but to return to a grounded, neutral state?Learn how to recognize early signs of anger before it takes overDiscover how “neutral” becomes your most powerful parenting toolGain practical ways to respond calmly while still holding firm boundaries Press play now to learn how to shift from reactive parenting to calm, confident communication—even in your most triggering moments.Take the Communication Style Under Stress quiz now—it only takes a minute!How to Talk About the BIG Stuff With Your TeenNew episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6:00 AM ESTBook a free 1:1 coaching consult hereConnect with me at [email protected] more about me at www.coachwithjessica.caThis powerful podcast explores how moms and parents can navigate anxiety, overwhelm, and grief while building resilience, confidence, and emotional intelligence, offering tools for better communication, active listening, and setting healthy boundaries to foster trust, reduce yelling and punishment, de-escalate conflict and escalation, and strengthen relationships with teens through empathy, calm, and lasting harmony.