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

At some point in my parenting journey it came to me that I have been treating my kids as projects to get an A on. When we want to do well on something we become so goal-oriented and "to-do list focused" that we forget sometimes that we are dealing with human beings who are a constant work in progress. Join me in today's episode where I discuss my journey with this and the simple solution to seeing parenting from a different perspective.Learn more about me here www.jessicastewartcoaching.caGrab your video hereBook a free 1:1 coaching consult hereThis 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.

When someone asks you how you're doing, what do you usually say? Fine? Good?It's easier right, then explaining how we are actually feeling.If it's true for us, it's true for our teenagers. In this episode I go over why we do this in some detail and how to encourage an open space for our teenagers to share what's really going on for them. There are some connection builders in here for sure. You don't want to miss this and Happy New Year!Learn more about me at www.jessicastewartcoaching.caI do 1:1 coaching as well, book a free consult hereGrab your video hereThis 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.

Happy Holidays! This episode was recorded on Christmas Eve. The Eve of when many of you have already been to holiday gatherings or are about to embark on what can be a super busy and overwhelming time of year.Listen to this weeks episode for some strategies to think about BEFORE you head into these situations. I share a strategy about deciding ahead of time how you are going to respond to those things that are triggering for you.Learn more about me here www.jessicastewartcoaching.caGrab your video hereBook a free coaching consult hereThis 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.

Ever listen to a greatest hits album on repeat? A record album has grooves that the needle rides along and the album goes round and round. The thoughts in our brains work the same way. We have thoughts and return to them over and over again on default.What are your top 3 thoughts about yourself as a parent?What are your top 3 thoughts about your teenager?It's good information to know as it is the cornerstone of your relationship with yourself and with your teenager.In this episode I share my top 3 in both areas and give you a process to uncover yours. I also share how you can begin to shift these thoughts today.Find out more about me here www.jessicastewartcoaching.I have coaching spots available in the New Year, Book a Free Consult HereGrab your video hereEmail me at [email protected] me on Instagram This 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.

Flipped your lid? Lost your cool? Flown off the handle?We all do this as parents and it usually doesn't go well. So why do we do it?This episode will talk about the very human reasons we do this and what we can do about it. It also explains why our teenagers are more likely to flip their lids as well.Some light neuroscience in here that can help us understand ourselves so much better. I also give you some guidance on how to catch yourself before you flip your lid. You don't want to miss this episode.I'm a life coach and have spaces open for 1:1 coaching Book a free consult hereFind out more about me here www.jessicastewartcoaching.caGrab your video hereThis 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.

What is connection capital and how is it like money in the bank for your relationship with your teenager?Why is connection so important and how can we connect consistently and in small ways?In this week's episode I share the answers to the above questions and will also give you 10 ideas for how to improve connection with your teenager.Book referenced in the pod Good Inside by Dr. Becky KennedyFind out more about me here www.jessicastewartcoaching.caGrab your video hereBook a free coaching consult herehttps://www.instagram.com/jessicastewartcoaching/This 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.

Anytime I come across a challenge, I usually search to find if there is a book about it to help me and today I have a book report and recommendation for you.The Grown-Up's Guide to Teenage Humans by Josh ShippIn today's episode I share a valuable lesson learned just by reading the introduction. Listen to find out what that is along with what else is included in this book.I also give you some other questions that will get you thinking about how you think about your view of your teenager and this challenging journey with them.Learn more about Josh Shipp here www.joshshipp.comLearn more about me here www.jessicastewartcoaching.caBook a Free 1:1 Coaching Consult HereGrab Your Video Teaching Here

Have you ever felt like a failure as a parent?I have and for a long time I didn't have the tools to know how to manage that emotionally.I have these tools now and am sharing them with you in this episode. We look at how to redefine success in parenting as something that is more achievable. It's impossible to be successful when the measure of success is impossible to achieve.I also go through a mini self-coaching session that you can use when you are in this situation to question this overwhelming thought.Grab the "Lost it on your teenager video" hereLearn more about me here www.jessicastewartcoaching.caBook a Free Consult with Me HereThis 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.

Are you feeling frustrated trying to communicate with your teenager, only to be met with silence, misunderstandings, or shutdowns?In today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world, effective communication with teens can feel harder than ever. If you’ve ever struggled to stay calm, manage emotional reactions, or truly connect with your teenager without arguments or misunderstandings, this episode offers practical insights that could transform your relationship.Discover why taking emotional conversations offline can dramatically improve connection and understanding.Learn how the power of the "pause" can help you respond thoughtfully instead of reacting emotionally.Gain strategies to invite more meaningful conversations with your teenager and strengthen trust over time.Listen now to uncover simple but powerful communication shifts that will help you build a deeper, calmer relationship with your teenager.🎙️New episodes are released every Monday and Friday at 6:00 AM ESTHave a parenting teenagers question you would like me to help you with?Submit your question here and I will send you a voice recording with some coaching assistanceGrab the "Lost it on your teenager video" hereBook a free 1:1 coaching consult hereConnect with me at [email protected] 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.

How do we motivate our teenagers? Wouldn't it be great to wave a magic wand and have it show up for them and let's be honest, for us as well.In this episode I discuss motivation and why a lack of motivation is actually part a being a normal human being. I also share how to approach this and release the blame and shame for a lack of motivation.Grab your Lost it on Your Teenager Video hereBook a Free Coaching consult herewww.jessicastewartcoaching.caInstagram: @jessicastewartcoaching

Where do we start with helping improve our teenager's mental health? In this episode I share what I think is the most important and impactful place to support our teen's mental health and well-being.Hint.....it involves feeling our feelings and understanding the importance of our emotions as they relate to our relationships with others.Get your lost it on your teenager video hereLearn more about me here www.jessicastewartcoaching.ca

Ever wonder how to have a conversation about vaping/smoking with your teen?I am a Respiratory Therapist and Certified Tobacco Educator and will give you the most important facts to share with your teen. They will listen to you and the earlier you have the conversation the better.Tip Sheet for How to Talk to Your Teens about VapingE-mail me with any questions [email protected] more about me here www.jessicastewartcoaching.caGet the how to stop "losing it" on your teenager video here

Wouldn't it be great if our teenagers did exactly what we wanted them to do? If I know how to get this to happen, I would be a millionaire. How about a way of thinking that saves time, reduces stress and helps deal with these everyday annoyances our teenagers present us with. I have that for you in this episode.Learn more about me here www.jessicastewartcoaching.caLost it on your teenager? Grab your video here

Have you ever wished parenting came with a clear, supportive job description—especially during the tough teenage years?Many parents feel overwhelmed and defeated because traditional expectations make the "job" of parenting seem impossible. In this episode, Jessica Stewart explores why parenting feels so hard and how redefining our role with a focus on connection, acceptance, love, and emotional management can transform your daily experience with your teen.You'll learn why most parental job descriptions set you up for frustration—and how to shift your mindset to feel successful.You'll discover the four core values that can guide you through the emotional ups and downs of raising a teenager.You'll gain practical tools for connecting with, accepting, and loving your teenager (and yourself) even when things get tough.Press play on this episode to discover a new way to measure your success as a parent and find more calm and confidence every single day.🎧New episodes are released every Monday and Friday at 6:00 AM ESTHave a parenting teenagers question you would like me to help you with?Submit your question here and I will send you a voice recording with some coaching assistanceBook a free 1:1 coaching consult hereConnect with me at [email protected] 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.

Why is parenting so hard for me? I have asked myself this question so many times. The undercurrent of the question is that somehow we are thinking parenting shouldn't be hard. Maybe we know on an intellectual level that parenting is hard but really don't believe it should be which makes us feel deficient and worse.Listen to this episode for the reasons why parenting is hard and how we can think about it in a new way that makes us feel better about ourselves as parents.Learn more about me here www.jessicastewartcoaching.caLost it on your teenager? Grab your video hereBook a free consult here

What do we do? What do we say? What are the right words to say in this situation? What if you didn't have to do or say anything? What if you just had to be there?Learn how doing and saying less can actually be so much more helpful when dealing with any of our relationships.Learn more about working with me here www.jessicastewartcoaching.caLost it on your teenager? Grab your video hereBook a free session here

Do you struggle to connect with your teenager? I do. Although we think the fact that they are our children means that we should always connect easily with them, it isn't the case.This episode looks at connection in practical terms and ways to think about connection and why you don't have to have things in common to connect with somebody. They are not the same thing.Learn more about how to work with me here www.jessicastewartcoaching.caBook a Free Consult Here

Do you ever think you are the only one who is struggling with something related to parenting? Why do our brains offer us this unhelpful thought?In this episode I offer an instant relief method to help bring self-compassion to your every day struggles.Learn more about me here www.jessicastewartcoaching.caBook a Free Consult HereThis 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.

Are you sending your teen away to college for the first time? I did this a year ago and I'm sharing my experience with you today.Listen to this episode for:-how to manage your emotions-how to treat yourself as you go through this-what is meant by "ranking pain"-my letter to my son when he went away for the first timeLearn more about me at www.jessicastewartcoaching.caBook a Free Consult Here

What if worrying about your teenager wasn’t necessary—and what if letting go of it could actually make you a better, calmer parent?If you feel like constant worrying is just part of parenting a teenager, you’re not alone. In this episode, Jessica explores why worrying feels so natural (even expected!) and why it often does more harm than good. You'll discover a new way to relate to worry, so you can break free from the cycle and create more peace in your home—and inside your mind.- Learn why worrying is actually a habit, not just a feeling—and how understanding this can help you change it.- Discover practical, simple questions that will immediately shift your mindset when anxiety creeps in.- Hear real-life examples and tools like the “worry container” method to help you stay calm even when your teen is miles away.Press play now to start feeling more in control of your mind—and to unlock greater calm in your parenting journey. 🎧✨New episodes are released every Monday and Friday at 6:00 AM ESTHave a parenting teenagers question you would like me to help you with?Submit your question here and I will send you a voice recording with some coaching assistanceBook a free 1:1 coaching consult hereConnect with me at [email protected] 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.

Should I let my teenager do this or not? This is the million dollar question and as parents, we so want to get this right. How do we know what the “right” decision is anyways?In this episode, I will teach you to tap into your own wisdom and give some questions to ask yourself to help with the decision making process.Find more information about how to work with me 1:1 here www.jessicastewartcoaching.ca

Do you have trouble separating yourself from your child? Do you see them as a part of you literally? While this is understandable on so many levels, it may be hurting your relationship with your teenager and causing you to suffer unnecessarily.In this episode, learn why this is the case and also the best question you can ask yourself to gain insight into your reactions as a parent.Learn how to connect with me at www.jessicastewartcoaching.ca

What does CPR have to do with parenting? In this episode learn how to approach parenting situations with a process in mind to keep yourself as CALM and present as possible. Learn how your brain is actually is trying to help you but ends up leading you into some more panic and anxiety and what to do about it. Connect and learn how to work with me atwww.jessicastewartcoaching.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.

Managing your emotions also sometimes know as feeling your feelings is often seen as a soft skill and a bit woo-woo. We don't want to cry in front of other people or show weakness. What if feeling your feelings is the strongest thing you can do as the parent of a teenager? I make the case for the in this episode. This is the secret sauce to your whole life because your entire life is largely dictated by your feelings whether you are doing it consciously or not.This 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.

How does one define Love? It's such a big and important topic to discuss. In this episode I'm focusing in on our ability to love ourselves and others unconditionally and why this is such an important skill to learn and improve upon? As with all of the pillars, we look at self-love and the reason improving our capacity to love ourselves and others improves our relationship with our teenagers. Not only that but it improves our lives overall in every area. Who's doesn't want that?This 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.

What is Self Acceptance? Why is it so important to the relationship you have with your teenager? How do you work towards self- acceptance? A practise for this https://www.tarabrach.com/rain/This 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.

Why is acceptance so important and what does it really mean for you? How can acceptance save you time and energy? Why do we find it so hard to accept the behaviour of others? How can acceptance be a shortcut to finding your calm when dealing with your teenager? These answers and so much more in Part 1 of this 2 part episode.This 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.

Do you ever feel like your teen just tunes you out — no matter how much you lecture, explain, or plead with them?If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of disconnection, arguments, or power struggles, you’re not alone. The truth is, no advice or strategy works if there isn’t connection first. Without it, your teen won’t hear you — and you’ll feel even more frustrated.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why connection is the foundation of influence with your teenager.3 practical strategies to build “connection capital” so your teen is more open to listening.How to repair connection after you’ve yelled or lost your cool — and why this actually strengthens respect.Hit play now to discover how to create deeper connection with your teenager and transform the way you communicate at home.Discover how you naturally respond in high-stress parenting moments—and how to shift back to calm, connected communication. Take the quiz now—it only takes a minute!Grab your Cheat Sheet on How to Talk About the BIG Stuff With Your Teen HereNew 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.

Do you ever find yourself yelling at your teenager, only to regret it later — and wonder why nothing seems to change?If you’re a mom feeling stuck in constant power struggles, guilt, or overwhelm, this episode is for you. Parenting teens isn’t about controlling them — it’s about finding calm within yourself so you can actually enjoy these years instead of just surviving them.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why yelling doesn’t work — and the surprising truth about what does.The C.A.L.M. framework (Connection, Acceptance, Love, Managing Emotions) to guide your parenting.How to shift from reacting in anger to building lasting, loving connections with your teen.Press play now to learn how to stop yelling and start creating the calm, connected relationship with your teenager that you’ve been craving.Discover how you naturally respond in high-stress parenting moments—and how to shift back to calm, connected communication. Take the quiz now—it only takes a minute!Grab your Cheat Sheet on How to Talk About the BIG Stuff With Your Teen HereNew 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.