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If your teen has been vaping, using weed, lying, or just seems totally unmotivated—and you’re tired of the constant arguments or feeling unsure how to help them turn things around—this episode is for you. 

Amber Hollingsworth is an addiction specialist and creator of the YouTube channel Put The Shovel Down—and in this interview, Amber shares what really helps when teens are experimenting, struggling, or unmotivated to change.

Amber shares 

• Why “waiting for rock bottom” backfires—and what creates change instead
• The #1 most enabling behavior (hint: it’s not giving $20)
• How to "Drop the rope” and get out of the tug-of-war and lower the resistance
• How you want natural consequences vs. parent-imposed punishment to do the teaching
• What true boundaries actually look like: spoiler - they are rules for yourself, not your teen
• How to build “credit” with your teen so your words carry weight

Key Takeaways:

• Don’t be the villain. When you argue, threaten, or lecture, you become the distraction that keeps your teen from looking inward.
• Let the world be the bad guy. Natural consequences teach; parent-made punishments often fuel denial and blame.
• Boundaries are about you. “If you’re arrested, I won’t pick you up”—that’s a boundary. “You can’t leave the house”—that’s a rule you likely can’t enforce.
• Lead with empathy, then influence. “I get why fitting in matters” opens ears; lectures close them.
• Build credibility (“credit”). When your teen feels understood, your guidance finally lands.

Where to find Amber:

• Put The Shovel Down on YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PutTheShovelDown/videos
• Consults/coaching webiste: https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/
• Free Resources: https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/free-resources

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Do you have a teen who spends most of their time in their room, glued to their phone, avoiding homework, and tuning you out—no matter what you say or do?
 You’re not alone—and today’s conversation will help you understand what’s really going on and what you can do about it.

In this powerful and practical episode, Sheryl sits down with Dr. Melanie McNally, clinical psychologist, brain coach, and author of Helping Your Unmotivated Teen: A Parent’s Guide to Unlock Your Child’s Potential and The Emotionally Intelligent Teen. Since 2013, Melanie has helped hundreds of adolescents build emotional intelligence, motivation, and confidence—and today, she’s sharing her insights with us.

You’ll hear why so many teens struggle with motivation today, how technology is affecting their brains and emotions, and what we can do as parents to help our tweens and teens develop drive, grit, and goals. You’ll also hear why the first step to helping your teen might be looking at your own phone habits—and how modeling change can make all the difference.

What You’ll Learn (quick hits)

• Why tech disrupts self-regulation—and how to set simple family guardrails
• The listening shift that opens teens up (pause, reflect, then respond)
• Using both intrinsic and extrinsic motivators wisely
• Pairing structure with choice (e.g., “one sport + one club,” teen’s choice)
• How to spot small wins and transfer those skills to school

Where to Connect with Dr. Melanie:

Website: drmelaniemcnally.com • Instagram: @drmelaniemcnally
Books: 

Helping Your Unmotivated Teen : https://amzn.to/3IUpRc2

The Emotionally Intelligent Teen: https://amzn.to/3VSlzF8

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Do you ever feel like all your tween or teen eats is buttered noodles or ramen? 🙋‍♀️ I hear this from so many moms — and I’ve been there too! We want our kids to eat healthier and learn life skills, but with everything on our plates, it feels impossible to make it happen.

That’s why I’m so excited about this conversation with Katie Kimball. Katie is a mom of four, a former teacher, and the creator of Kids Cook Real Food, named the best online cooking class for kids by the Wall Street Journal. She’s passionate about helping families build a healthier relationship with food, and she has a gift for teaching kids (and parents!) the skills they need in the kitchen — and beyond.

In this episode, Katie shares:

• How cooking can be a powerful way to connect with our kids and teach resilience.
• Why getting tweens and teens involved in the kitchen is one of the best gifts we can give them.
• Practical ways to help picky eaters expand their palate (without the battles).
• The life skills our kids gain when we let them take ownership and even fail in safe ways.
• How food impacts everything from mood to skin to energy — and how to help our kids notice it too.

This was such a fun and eye-opening conversation. Katie reminds us that teaching our kids to cook isn’t about adding another thing to our never-ending list — it’s about inviting them into everyday life in ways that lighten our load, build their confidence, and set them up for success.

Where to find Katie:

👉 You can grab some of Katie’s free resources at kidscookrealfood.com/tweens-and-teens

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KatieKimball

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katiekimballkidscook/
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Feeling burned out? Need some encouragement and inspiration? Or maybe you just need to hear a little reassurance today? 

Well, friend, you are in the right place. I am so excited to welcome our special guest, Tyra Lane-Kingsland, to the show!

Whenever I talk to Tyra, I leave feeling so encouraged, refreshed, inspired, and filled up. She’s like going to an emotional chiropractor!

She is a mother of six, the founder of Inspired Life, a passionate coach, speaker, author, and a true advocate for the well-being of moms everywhere.

In this episode, she brings such wisdom about creating margin, setting boundaries, and prioritizing self-care. Tyra reminds us that our worth is not tied to our children’s achievements or our ability to do it all.

Whether you’re overwhelmed, weary, or just need a little inspiration, Tyra’s words will help you feel lighter, more grounded, and empowered to care for your own heart as you care for your family.

Let’s dive in!

Where to find Tyra:

Website: https://www.inspiredtolivefully.com/about/meet-tyra/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inspiredfully/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Tyra+Lane+Kingland

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/inspiredfully

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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🎓 Feeling overwhelmed by the college process? You’re not alone.

Whether your teen is unsure about their future or you’re wondering how you’ll ever afford college, this episode is packed with wisdom, clarity, and hope.

I’m joined by Shellee Howard, founder and CEO of College Ready and mom of four—all of whom graduated debt-free, including a Harvard grad. Shellee shares how she turned her own confusion and frustration into a mission to help families navigate the college process with confidence, strategy, and clarity.

✨ In this episode, we talk about:

• Why most families start in the wrong place when planning for college
• How to help your teen discover who they are and what lights them up
• What makes a standout college essay (and how her son got into Harvard!)
• Why so many teens feel lost—and what to do about it
• How to explore options without pressure and avoid massive debt
• The ONE thing that can make all the difference

Whether your kid is a planner or a dreamer (or doesn’t even want to think about college yet), Shellee’s insight will help you support them with compassion, strategy, and a realistic plan.

Where to find Shellee:

FREE RESOURCE: Shellee is offering my listeners a free 30-minute consultation to help you get clear on what’s next. Visit 👉 https://collegeready.plan.info

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collegereadyplan

Website: https://collegereadyplan.com/

Contact Shellee to set up free consultation: shellee@collegereadyplan.com

Check out Shellee’s bestselling book: How to Send Your Student to College Without Losing Your Mind or Your Money – https://amzn.to/3JjfNsW

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Have you recently moved—or are you simply trying to feel more at home where you are? In this uplifting episode, I sit down with Ali Wenzke, author of The Art of Happy Moving, who has moved 10 times in 11 years and brings a wealth of wisdom on building community, letting go of clutter, and finding joy in life’s transitions.

We dive into:

• The emotional side of moving (and why it’s not talked about enough)
• Practical, doable decluttering tips (even with sentimental items and kids!)
• How to make new friends as an adult without the pressure
• Supporting kids through the challenges of a move
• Why gratitude and connection are the real keys to happiness—wherever you live

✨ Whether you’re preparing for a move or just looking to deepen your sense of belonging, this conversation will leave you feeling encouraged, empowered, and inspired to take your next step.

📘 Grab Ali’s book, The Art of Happy Moving:

📸 Follow Ali on Instagram: https://instagram.com/alliewenzke

🌐 Visit her blog: https://artofhappymoving.com

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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In this deeply moving episode, I sit down with Jennifer Thompson—blogger, speaker, and author of Return to Jesus—for an honest conversation about faith, shame, healing, and the unconditional love of God.

Jennifer shares her powerful story of overcoming self-worth struggles and performance-based faith, including her experience with post-abortive shame and how a Bible study helped her finally understand that she is fully loved and accepted by God. Through raw honesty and vulnerability, Jennifer reminds us that we don’t have to hide the parts of our story that feel broken—we can bring them to Jesus and find redemption and peace.

This episode is for anyone who has ever felt unworthy, distant from God, or unsure of their place in faith. Jennifer’s gentle, compassionate message is a breath of fresh air for weary hearts.

You’ll hear about:

• Why Jennifer believes our hardest struggles are where connection and healing begin
• How to move from performance-based faith to a deeper relationship with God
• Practical ways to abide with God in everyday life (yes, even in the laundry and late-night feedings)
• Encouragement for moms who feel unseen, overwhelmed, or ashamed of parts of their past
• A beautiful invitation to experience God’s love—no matter where you are in your faith journey

Mentioned in this episode:

➡️ Jennifer’s new book: Return to Jesus

➡️ Connect with her at https://jenthompsonauthor.com/

➡️ Read her blog: Truly Yours, Jen - https://trulyyoursjen.com/

➡️ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trulyyoursjen/

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Do you have a tween or teen who struggles to get excited about their life or find a sense of direction? It can feel overwhelming as a parent knowing how to support them. 

As a parent, do you struggle to know how to motivate them or know how to help them discover their gifts and what they love to do?

As a parent, you want them to find purpose, but how can you help them find the right path in the midst of all the pressures and uncertainty of next steps and everyone else’s expectations?

Well I’m excited to have Dana Roefer is with us today to talk about all of these things. We are diving into How to Build an Entrepreneurial Mindset in Our Tweens and Teens.

Dana serves as the Vice President of Faith Driven Entrepreneur for Teens. Entrepreneurship has been at the heart of Dana’s career, both in launching her own ventures and supporting others in building theirs. She is passionate about helping entrepreneurs gain clarity, navigate challenges, and bring their ideas to life.

Alongside her husband, Matt, Dana also founded the Grand Rapids Children's Business Fair and Journey Academy, creating opportunities for young people to explore innovation and entrepreneurship.

What We Talk About:

• Supporting unmotivated tweens and teens: How to help your child find purpose and direction when they’re unsure of what they want to do.
• Building an entrepreneurial mindset: Why fostering an entrepreneurial spirit in teens can help them navigate life’s pressures and challenges.
• Dana’s background: How Dana’s career in entrepreneurship led her to create resources for teens, including the Faith Driven Entrepreneur for Teens program.
• Asking “why” before “what” and “where”: Why it’s crucial to help teens discover their “why” before making major decisions like college or career choices.
• The importance of curiosity and self-discovery: How exploring your teen’s interests and strengths early on can lead to greater clarity and confidence.
• Overcoming pressure and comparison: How to help teens deal with societal expectations, academic pressure, and self-doubt.
• The Faith Driven Entrepreneur for Teens program: A 12-episode digital course that helps teens discover their strengths, explore different careers, and connect with inspiring stories from entrepreneurs.
• Practical ways to get teens involved: How volunteering, exploring various activities, and asking insightful questions can help teens discover their interests and strengths.

Where to find Dana and Faith Driven Entrepreneur for Teens:

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Do you ever wonder why you get so reactive about what your tween or teen says or does? One minute, something they say doesn’t bother you, and the next, you feel like you’re about to lose it? What’s going on with that?

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Shelly Robinson, a certified conscious parenting coach, the founder of Raising Yourself, and the creator of the Connected Kid Toolkit. Shelly is passionate about helping parents break generational cycles and build emotionally connected homes. With over half a million parents around the world engaging with her work, Shelly is transforming families one step at a time.

Her work has been featured on platforms such as MindValley, GoZen, Raised Good, and Good News LA. Shelly has a wealth of wisdom to share, so I’m excited for you to hear her insights. You can find her resources at shellyrobinson.com.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

• Shelly’s personal story and what led her to become a conscious parenting coach and the founder of Raising Yourself.
• The concept of reparenting—what it really means and why it’s such a vital process for today’s parents.
• A three-prong approach to parenting that helps parents do deep inner work while raising their children and healing generational wounds.
• The importance of emotional regulation—why it starts with the parent, not the child, and how we can practice it in everyday situations.

Where to find Shelly:

Website: shellyrobinson.com.

The Connected Kid Toolkit: https://www.shellyrobinson.com/parenting-tools/connected-kid-toolkit/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/raising_yourself/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/raisingyourself/

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Did you know that the ages between 6 and 12 are often referred to as ‘the forgotten years’? In reality, these years are some of the most crucial in shaping our kids’ mental health and development. In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Dr. Sheryl Ziegler back to the show to share insights from her upcoming book, The Crucial Years: The Essential Guide to Mental Health and Modern Puberty in Middle Childhood.

Dr. Ziegler is a seasoned clinical psychologist, play therapist, podcast host, and author with over 20 years of experience. She has appeared as a mental health expert on major platforms, including The Today Show, The Doctors, and CNN, offering invaluable guidance to parents everywhere.

In today’s conversation, we dive deep into the overlooked but essential years of middle childhood, exploring why these years between 6 and 12 are so foundational for kids’ mental health. We also discuss the impact of early puberty, modern challenges, and the growing pressures kids face in today’s digital world. Dr. Ziegler shares practical advice for parents on how to support their child’s mental health, resilience, and self-esteem during this transformative time.

Where to find Dr. Sheryl Ziegler:

Website: https://drsherylziegler.com/

Her book - The Crucial Years: The Essential Guide to Mental Health and Modern Puberty in Middle Childhood (Ages 6-12): https://amzn.to/4iADtVM

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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• Do you struggle to get your teen to go to bed at a decent time?
• Are they so overloaded with homework and activities that late nights seem unavoidable?
• Do mornings feel like a constant battle to get them up?

Jessica Bryant, representative of the Better Sleep Council (BSC), internationally recognized pediatric sleep strategist, keynote speaker, and the founder of Sleep Happy Consulting, is dedicated to answering the questions exhausted parents have about their kid’s sleepless days and nights. 

In a world that often prioritizes relentless busyness, Jessica is a staunch advocate for placing rest at the forefront of family life. She firmly believes that well-rested kids have the potential to make a profound impact on the world. Jessica is passionate about helping families prioritize rest and create calmer, more rested homes.

Where to find Jessica:
Here website: https://www.sleephappyconsulting.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleephappy/
Link to Better Sleep Council's research on teen sleep mentioned on the show:  https://bettersleep.org/uncategorized/teens-and-sleep-2/
Is your teen struggling to wake up in the morning? Grab Jessica’s Free Bedtime Chart Here > https://www.sleephappyconsulting.com/free
Her Podcast, Sleep Happy: https://www.sleephappyconsulting.com/podcastAll her free resources: https://www.sleephappyconsulting.com/free-stuff

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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None of us get through this life without experiencing grief and loss. The question is, how do we work through that loss and come to believe that we can actually love our lives again? 

My special guest today is Krista St-Germain, who knows firsthand what it means to face unimaginable loss since tragically and unexpectedly losing her spouse in 2016, leaving her with a title she never thought she’d have: widow. 

Now a Post-Traumatic Growth and grief expert, life coach, and host of the Widowed Moms Podcast, Krista has been able to take from her own experience and help hundreds of widows navigate their lives after loss and not only survive but thrive and love their lives. 

In this episode, we’re going to dive deep into grief and loss - 

• How do we navigate all the feelings?
• What the biggest myths about grief are.
• What post-traumatic growth is, and how this can make a huge difference in our healing process.
• How we can support our kids through grief and loss.
• And how we can come to not just survive but thrive.

Where to find Krista and Resource Shared:
Website: https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachingwithkrista/
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Parenting a teenager isn’t easy. Maybe your teen used to talk to you about everything, and now they’re constantly in their room and barely say a word. Or maybe every conversation seems to turn into an argument, and you’re struggling to connect. If any of this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and today’s episode is for you.

I’m thrilled to have Susan Caso join us on the podcast. Susan is a therapist, consultant, and speaker with over 20 years of experience helping parents, teens, and families strengthen their relationships. She’s here to share insights from her new book, The Parent-Teen Connection: How to Build Lifelong Family Relationships, endorsed by Children’s Hospital Colorado and Crisis Text Line.

In this conversation, Susan shares actionable strategies for building trust, creating emotional safety, and fostering a sense of belonging within your family. We dive into the challenges parents face when their teens push them away and how to overcome these obstacles to form lifelong bonds.

Let's dive in!

Where to find Susan:
Website: https://susancaso.com/
Get Her Book: The Parent-Teen Connection
Interested in our Moms of Tweens and Teens Book Club? Reach out to me, Sheryl, at sheryl@momsoftweensandteens.com

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Welcome to the Moms of Tweens and Teens Podcast!

Moms, let me ask you this: Do you ever feel like your mind is racing a hundred miles a minute like you’re stuck on a hamster wheel of to-dos, worries, and “what ifs”? It’s so easy to get distracted or feel overwhelmed when life demands so much from us. But what if there was a way to train our minds to slow down, reset, and find calm amidst the chaos?

That’s exactly why I’m so excited to have Kelly Smith with us today. Kelly is a meditation teacher, yoga instructor, and the founder of Yoga For You. She’s also the host of two incredible podcasts, Mindful in Minutes and Meditation Mama (A collection of guided meditations for mothers at all stages of motherhood from expectant mothers to those with adult children. This is a podcast of meditations created by a mother for mothers, which are go-to resources for busy moms looking to find peace in their day.

Her new book, Meditation for the Modern Family, is a breath of fresh air, filled with practical meditation techniques designed for real-life families. Kelly’s approach is warm, relatable, and so needed—especially for moms of tweens and teens navigating this wild and wonderful stage of parenting.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re running on empty or just want to feel more grounded, this episode is for you.

So take a deep breath and let’s dive in!

Where to find Kelly:

Website: https://www.yogaforyouonline.com/
Podcast: Mindful In Minutes - https://www.yogaforyouonline.com/copy-of-podcast
Podcast: Meditation Mama - https://www.yogaforyouonline.com/meditation-mama
Her Book - Mindfulness for the Modern Family: https://www.yogaforyouonline.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogaforyouonline/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyuAzAFsNzcypnAa1XSlnog

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Welcome to the Moms of Tweens and Teens Podcast!

Today, I'm excited to introduce two incredible guests, Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster, co-founders of ImpactParents and creators of the acclaimed podcast Parenting with Impact as well as authors of books, Parenting ADHD Now!: Easy Intervention Strategies to Empower Kids with ADHD and Parenting with Impact : Expert Advice to Empower Parents Raising Complex Kids.

. These two powerhouses specialize in helping parents of neurodiverse and complex kids navigate the challenges of parenting with greater ease, connection, and understanding.

Elaine and Diane are experts in neurodiversity-informed coaching, and they’ve spent over a decade equipping parents with the tools and strategies they need to build stronger relationships and support their kids’ independence. Their work has been transformative for countless families, offering hope and practical solutions to challenges like ADHD, anxiety, executive function struggles, and more.

In this episode, we’re diving deep into topics like the independence paradox, collaborative problem-solving, and how to manage that fine line between support and enabling. If you’ve ever found yourself in a power struggle with your tween or teen—or if you’re wondering how to rebuild connection and trust—this conversation will give you the clarity and encouragement you need.

Get ready to take away actionable insights, fresh perspectives, and the reassurance that you’re not alone on this parenting journey.

Let's dive in!

Where to find Elaine and Diane:
Impact Parents Website: https://impactparents.com/
Free Resources: https://impactparents.com/resources/
Their Books: Parenting ADHD Now!: Easy Intervention Strategies to Empower Kids with ADHD and Parenting with Impact : Expert Advice to Empower Parents Raising Complex Kids.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/impactparents/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ImpactParent

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Today, we're going to be talking about how to help our tweens and teens who are struggling with friendships, and this is really painful as a mom. 

If you have a kid who is lonely and is struggling with girl drama, it might look a little bit different if you have a boy, but they have their version of that. If they're spending a lot of time isolated and alone in their room, they're not connecting outside of social media. Maybe they've even been bullied or excluded from friend groups, and they can see that on social media, and then it can be so complicated when they have social media and all that goes with that. When it comes to friendships, it can just complicate things, and they can compare themselves. It can be really rough, and it can be difficult to know what to say and what to do that's going to help. 

And I hear from so many of you emailing me that you're saying, "Gosh, my kid is getting left out. They're lonely. They're spending all their time gaming, or they're coming home and crying every day because their best friend won't let them sit at the lunch table."

 It takes on many different forms, and my special guest today is Sheri Gazitt, the CEO and founder of Teen Wise. It is an organization that empowers teen girls to conquer girl drama and establish healthy friendships. And she does private coaching. They have online courses, presentations, and professional trainings. She has been on the podcast before, and she has so much wisdom and insight and a really beautiful way of taking it all and making it really simple and easy to understand. And in this episode, she talks to us about what we can do to help our kids. 

So let's dive in!

What you will learn: 

• The significant impact of friendships on our tweens' and teens’ lives, specifically how social struggles can lead to clinical depression and anxiety.
• The visible change in teens' body language and spark when they see a path forward in their social lives.
• Research on how patterns of popularity and bullying in middle and high school can persist into adulthood.
• Impact of the pandemic on teen friendships and their social skills. 
• The "football effect," where disagreements lead to team formation, exacerbates the situation.
• Common mistakes parents make when supporting their children through social conflicts.
• Building confidence and addressing inner critic.

Links

• Website
• Podcast
• Instagram

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Hey friend,
If you struggle with clutter and being organized.
If you are frustrated with your kid and their bedrooms and how disorganized they can be.
If you’re wondering why it’s so hard to keep it all together with everything you have to do.
I am so excited for you to listen to this episode with Laurie Palau!

Laurie Palau is the author of HOT MESS: A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO GETTING ORGANIZED, host of the popular weekly podcast This ORGANIZED Life, which has over 3M downloads, and founder of Simply B Organized, a lifestyle company that helps people live simply and work smarter.
Her advice has been featured in national publications including Real Simple, Better Homes & Gardens & The New York Times.

Laurie speaks, teaches, and writes about Clutter, the Enneagram, and Women’s Entrepreneurship. Through coaching, consulting, and 1:1 mentorship, Laurie uses a mix of humor, tough love, and compassion to empower women whether they are running a household, a business or both! 

Buy her a coffee or a drink, and she’ll talk your ear off about all things BRAVO or true crime podcasts. She is a mom to two grown-ish girls and lives in New Hope, PA, with her husband Josh and their dog Jeter.

Mentioned in this episode:
Laurie's Freebie: https://simplyborganized.myflodesk.com/enneagramcoremotivations
The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery by  Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanne Stabile: https://amzn.to/3ybAlOU
The Wisdom of the Enneagram: The Complete Guide to Psychological and Spiritual Growth for the Nine Personality Types: https://amzn.to/4fbuxG4

Where to find Laurie:
Website: https://simplyborganized.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simplyborganized/
Podcast: https://simplyborganized.com/this-organized-life/
Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@simplyborganized
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thisorganizedlifepodcast
Here book: HOT MESS: A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO GETTING ORGANIZED: https://amzn.to/4d3hBzY

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Hi friend. Welcome to the show today, and I am so glad that you're spending time with me.

In today's episode, we are talking about the tough process of letting go. Letting is one of the most difficult things when your your kid hits the middle school years - you're in this big transition, and I found this so hard -  "When do I step in? When do I step back?"

 It's hard to let go when you watch them making decisions that you're not crazy about and you want them to be successful, and you want them to make good decisions. And that is all well and good, but without meaning to we often get in the way.

Today, my special guest is Dr. Cam Coswell, and she is also known as the Teen Translator. Dr. Cam is a wealth of knowledge and experience on adolescent development and how you can build trust and help your kid to become more independent and confident and to build those necessary skills that our kids need as they move towards adulthood.

You are going to love this episode. You're going to get so much good stuff, and you're going to feel so much better that you are not alone as we talk about our own challenges and struggles as well.

So let's dive in!

Where to find Dr. Cam and all her resources:
Website
Instagram

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Welcome friend,

Kristi K. Hoffman is an award-winning, Emmy-nominated TV host, media producer, journalist, lifestyle influencer, family woman, businesswoman, philanthropist, and best-selling teen social issues author of Total Package Girl: Discover the Ultimate You for Life.

As a journalist and media professional starting out in a time when men dominated the industry, Kristi realized there was a massive need to build up girls and help them realize they are capable of anything they set their minds to. 

She struggled quite a bit with body image and sexual harassment in the early days of her career. As a result, she started the Total Package Girl brand as a resource for young girls to achieve confidence, overcome obstacles, and chase their dreams.

Let’s dive in! 

What you will learn:

• What Kristi has learned about mentoring, career development, and personal growth for moms.
• Self-doubt, anxiety, and finding focus in leadership and parenting.
• Teaching kids self-awareness and self-care through healthy habits and values.
• What it was like writing a book for girls and incorporating feedback from young readers.
• Empowering girls through leadership and self-care.
• Self-care for moms and prioritizing personal well-being.

Where to find Kristi and Mentioned in this Episode:

• Website
• Instagram
• Facebook
• Kristi's Book: Total Package Girl: Discover the Ultimate You for Life
• Mindset by Carol Dweck

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Summer is the perfect time for fun and relaxation, but it can also bring its share of challenges.

You might be thrilled about the endless possibilities, from beach trips to movie marathons, yet also worried about your teens spending too much time in their rooms, glued to screens, or perhaps out with friends, potentially getting into trouble. You might want some ideas on how to make it a great summer with your tweens and teens.

In this episode, I walk you through some reflective questions to help you think about...
What you'd love to do to have fun, 
Help you to identify energy drains and what recharges you,
How to manage screen time and get your kids onboard with having fun as a family. 

I've included some tools and insights needed to create a balanced and happy summer for you and your family!

Mentioned on the show:
Reflection Questions to Create A Happy Summer
Resources on Summer Bucket List and More

Resources and Workshops HERE

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We've all experienced pain and trauma in our lives, whether it be trauma with a "little t" or "big T" trauma. There have been people, events, and situations that have hurt and wounded us. As a result, we've developed defense mechanisms to shield ourselves from the pain and to keep us safe. And yet, not dealing with our pain and wounds holds us back from healing, joy, freedom, and peace. But this takes courage. 

Today, I am honored to welcome Karena Killcoin, the best-selling author of "Rise Above The Story." In this interview, she shares her story of trauma and healing and inspires us to rise above our stories and take the courageous path to knowing our true selves, finding genuine peace, and achieving emotional freedom.

Her book, “Rise Above the Story,” is part memoir and part evidence-based framework. She shares her own harrowing stories of trauma and distills the science of what your brain does to keep you safe when you experience trauma.

We all carry negative narratives that fill us with shame and unworthiness. We discuss the proven steps to stop living in the past, end your negative mind chatter, and love yourself once and for all. You are not alone. 

This is a conversation you don’t want to miss! Let’s dive in! 

What you will learn: 

• Karena’s story of childhood trauma and healing. 
• Childhood trauma and its impact on adulthood, personal relationships, and mental health.
• Emotional healing and the fear of facing trauma.
• Healing from trauma and finding joy through therapy and self-discovery.
• Healing from trauma through acknowledgment, inner child work, forgiveness, and self-love.
• The importance of self-awareness and forgiveness in our healing journeys. 
• How and why to let go of the victim mentality. 

Where to find Karena:

• Website
• Karena's Book - Rise Above The Story
• Instagram
• Facebook

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I'm so excited that Dr. Jill Grimes is back. She is the college doc and just came out with her newest edition of "The Ultimate College Student Health Handbook: Your Guide for Everything from Hangovers to Homesickness." It is a great gift if you have a high school grad. It gives so much information that will help your college student navigate their health and symptoms.

In this episode, we talk about everything from how to support them in talking to their doctor to how to talk to them about getting their medication refilled. That is a tough one. How do you get your kid to become more independent and be able to do that when they go to college? We also discuss how to support them in getting enough sleep. Additionally, she talks about some things that I did not know, like how common seizures are with college students and what our kids need to know.

We also cover sexually transmitted diseases, substance abuse, and so much more. So, let's dive in.

Mentioned in this episode:

My Course: 

Raising a Teenager: A Crash Course in Decoding and Reconnecting

Jill's book: The Ultimate College Student Health Handbook: Your Guide for Everything from Hangovers to Homesickness.

• Website
• Instagram
• Facebook

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Welcome to today's episode of How To Have Healthy Talks About Sex and Intimacy in A Confusing Culture. 

When it comes to sex, our bodies, love, and intimacy, our kids are bombarded with false, unhealthy, and confusing messages. 

How do we talk to our kids about what healthy relationships, sex and intimacy look like?

My special guest today is Dina Alexander, here to help us navigate this challenging landscape and empower our children with the knowledge they need for healthy, positive, and wonderful intimate relationships.

Dina is the author of "30 Days of Sex Talks for Ages 8-11: Empowering Your Child" and "30 Days of Sex Talks for Ages 12+: Empowering Your Child with Knowledge of Sexual Intimacy." She is also the founder and CEO of Educate and Empower Kids, an organization dedicated to strengthening families by teaching digital citizenship, media literacy, and healthy sexuality education—including the critical topic of online pornography.

In today's episode, Dina will provide parents with the tools and insights necessary to have these sometimes uncomfortable but essential discussions with our tweens and teens. We’ll explore how to foster relationships built on mutual respect and kindness and address the realities shaping our and our children's sex lives.

Where to find Dina:

• Website
• Dina’s Books
• Instagram
• Facebook

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Welcome to the show today, and I am so glad you're here. I want to start today by sharing something that my friend Amy sent to me yesterday. This is a meme entitled "How to be a mom in 2017. "We could actually change that to "2024" because it still applies to us today.

Make sure your children's academic, emotional, psychological, mental, spiritual, physical, nutritional and social needs are met. While being careful not to overstimulate, under-stimulate, and properly medicate, helicopter, or neglect them in a screen-free processed foods-free, GMO-free, negative energy-free, plastic-free body positive, socially conscious, egalitarian but also authoritative, nurturing, but fostering independence. Gentle but not overly permissive, pesticide-free, two-story multilingual home preferably in a cul de sac, with a backyard and 1.5 siblings spaced at least two years apart for proper development. Also, don't forget the coconut oil. 

Then, it goes on to say, "How to be a mom in literally every generation before ours. Feed them sometimes."

Oh my gosh, we were having a huge conversation about how we can feel so exhausted that we can feel like we've lost ourselves as moms or feel like we're constantly abandoning our own needs. 

If you are relating to this, you're going to love my special guest today Heather Chauvin. Heather has been named the next-generation thought leader in parenting and women's leadership. She's the author of Dying to Be a Good Mother and the podcast host of Emotionally Uncomfortable, and Heather's work supports women to manage their energy and time so they don't have to sacrifice their impact at work or at home with their kids. And her mission is to crack women open to their deepest potential and lead the life their soul craves. 

There are so many nuggets of wisdom and goodness in this episode, so let's dive in!

Where to find Heather:

• Website: https://www.heatherchauvin.com/
• Instagram:  http://instagram.com/heatherchauvin
• Heather's Book: https://www.heatherchauvin.com/book

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heatherchauvincoaching

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Hi, friends; welcome to the show. 

I'm so glad that you're here. Mental health and emotional wellness is something that we all want for our kids. And if our kids are struggling, if they're going through a tough time, if they're spending a lot of time in their bedrooms, and they're sad, and they are isolated and they're lonely, or you have a kid that is struggling with depression or anxiety or substance abuse. 

It's heartbreaking. You feel powerless and confused; it's scary. 

And the big question is, what do you do? That's what we ask ourselves. What do we do? Well, my special guest today is AnneMoss Rogers is here with answers. 

In this interview, AnneMoss bravely shares her heartbreaking journey of losing her son Charles to suicide. She opens up about the challenges leading up to his tragic passing, her struggles to support him through addiction, and what she would have done differently If only she'd known at the time. 

AnneMoss is a dynamic mental health advocate, educator, and speaker. She is a TEDx speaker, and her blog, Emotionally Naked, has reached millions. She is the author of the award-winning memoir Diary of a Broken Mind and the best-selling book Emotionally Naked: A Teacher’s Guide to Preventing Suicide and Recognizing Students at Risk with co-writer Dr. Kimberly O’Brien. 

Resources Shared and Where to Find AnneMoss:

• AnneMoss's Website 
• AnneMoss's Books
• AnneMoss's Parent Resources for Mental Health and Suicide Prevention
  https://parenting.grweb.site/
• AnneMoss's Resource: Help Your Grieving Teenager
  Includes a video of teens talking about their grief after suicide loss, teen support group link and more.
• TEDx Video
• NAMI - National Alliance on Mental Illness
• Families Anonymous

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Hi Friend,

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 1  of the Moms of Tweens and Teens podcast!

If you struggle to get your tweens and teens to do chores and help out around the house, you want to listen to this podcast!

My special guest is Lori Sugarman. She is a Certified Fair Play Facilitator and Family Coach and the author of the recently released book Our Home: The Love, Work, and Heart of Family. 

During our conversation, Laurie shared a total mindset shift about how we approach chores in our homes—it blew my mind.

She gives us the language of what to say to promote getting your kids to help out, share the responsibilities of running a home, and see how working together is an opportunity to connect, partner, and empower each other. 

And I can’t wait for you to hear her share about us asking for help and why this can be a setup when it comes to fostering collaboration and mutual support in our homes. 

Let's dive in!

Where to find Lori and Mentioned in this episode:

Website: https://ourhomeourpride.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ourhomeourpride/
Lori's Book: Our Home: The Love, Work, and Heart of Family
Lori's Handout that I referenced: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cvr4puOABTA/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lori-sugarman-li-50592911/

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Welcome friend! 

I believe we all want to feel inspired to make a positive difference in our world.

Today's episode is all about chasing those dreams of making a real difference in the world.

I'm super excited because we've got Angela Melfi on the show, co-founder of Threads Worldwide. Picture this: gorgeous, unique jewelry that's not just about beautiful but about doing good, too.  Threads Worldwide is all about creating life-changing work for women worldwide through the creating and selling of fair trade artisan jewelry.

Angela and two of her friends set out to create a space where women artisans could truly own their craft and thrive. It's more than just a business; it's about building a community of leaders and change-makers, one stunning piece of jewelry at a time.

Today, we're chatting about what it takes to build a community, the ups and downs of starting a business from scratch, and how to make a meaningful impact while wrangling kids and chaos. So let's jump into this inspiring chat with Angela Melfi from Threads Worldwide. 

Let’s dive in! 

What you will learn:

• What is Threads Worldwide and how it was created?
• What were the biggest challenges and obstacles starting Threads Worldwide?
• Angela shares a few of the biggest things she has learned about herself in this process. And how she has grown as a person?
• Empowering teen girls through social entrepreneurship.
• Encouragement for the mom who wants to follow her passion but feels like it’s too late.

Where to Find Angela:

• Website for Threads Worldwide
• Instagram for Threads Worldwide
• Facebook
• Angela’s Instagram

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Hi Friend, Welcome to the show today. I’m so glad that you are tuning in and spending time with me.

As women and moms, we have a lot of power and influence. We are leaders. We are the CEO of our homes. We have beautiful feminine qualities and gifts inside of us. 

But rarely do we talk about the feminine gifts when it comes to being influential and powerful. We tend to undervalue or overlook our feminine power. 

In this episode, we are going to dig into how to harness our feminine power with My special guest, colleague, and friend, Lauren Schifferdecker. Lauren is the author of her recently released book She’s Not Crazy - Dare To Understand Your Feminine POwer for true freedom, success, and Influence. 

Lauren is also a TEDx Speaker, CEO, and psychotherapist. She was recently named a top “Power Woman” by Sheridan Road magazine and “The Most Influential Women Entrepreneur Thriving in the Healthcare System” by Healthcare Insights magazine. 

In this episode, Lauren shares with us how we can embrace our feminine power to find freedom, balance, peace, and success in life.

Where to find Lauren:

Her book: SHE'S NOT CRAZY: Dare to Understand Your Feminine Power for True Freedom, Success, and Influence
lauren@inspirecounselingcenter.com
Website: inspirecounselingcenter.com
TEDx |  Facebook | @inspire_counseling

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Welcome friend,

I am super honored to have Rachel Marie Martin on the show today. If you don’t recognize her name, she is the writer behind the site FindingJoy.net.

She’s written about divorce, heartbreak and reconnecting with an estranged child, dealing with an autoimmune disease in her youngest, feeling overwhelmed with littles, living through financial crises,  waiting up for teens, and simply being overwhelmed and overjoyed by the day in, day out demands of motherhood. 

A second marriage, co-parenting, being a bonus (step) mom to four more amazing people, moving across the country, anxiety, and being an entrepreneur and coach. 

She believes in the power of the human spirit to overcome, to thrive and to find deep joy, and because of that, she pours out her heart via her site and so many platforms she has written for.

She recently released her latest book, Mom Enough: Inspiring Letters for the Wonderfully Exhausting but Totally Normal Days of Motherhood, where she offers encouragement for moms by sharing over 40 personal letters through her journey.

She are going to love what she has to share. Let's dive in!

Where to connect with Rachel and get her book:

Her book: Mom Enough

Official site: https://findingjoy.net

Facebook: @findingjoy

Instagram: @finding_joy 

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Jesse LeBeau is one of today’s most highly sought-after youth speakers and teen coaches. His unlikely underdog story has inspired millions of teens through his speaking, best-selling books, and youth programs. 

He is one of the world's premiere basketball trick artists and is regularly featured on TV, film, and international tours. Jesse travels all around the country, speaking at schools to youth, and has a reality series called ‘The LeBeau Show,’  where you can follow him around the country and see firsthand his significant impact on youth, particularly teens who are struggling.

Jesse is also the founder of The Attitude Advantage Program (TAAP), which is a comprehensive approach to helping teens build incredible confidence, grit, and resilience. His program transforms teens' lives by teaching vital life lessons to improve self-esteem and positively impact the direction of their lives.

I can’t wait for you to get to meet Jesse and hear him share his story, share with us what we can do to help our kids today and learn more about his program, how he can support your kids and the radical difference he is making in kids' lives.

Let’s dive in! 

What you will learn: 

• What are youth struggling the most with?
• What’s the most important factor in helping our youth today?
• What are some things parents can do to guide their kids through challenges and help them to find happiness and fulfillment?
• Building resilience in children through sports and life lessons.
• Developing mental toughness in kids through sports and mentorship.
• Empowering youth and parents through a positive mindset.

Links

• Website
• Think Like A Star Podcast
• Instagram
• YouTube

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Hi Friend Happy New Year 2024!

I am so excited about this new Year - I am leading a workshop next week, Creating an Abundant Mom Life in 2024, on Wednesday, January 17th at 12N CDT - you can register on the Moms of Tweens and Teens website, and I’m sharing the link in the show notes here: https://momsoftweensandteens.mykajabi.com/creating-abundant-2024

Kristin Bartholomew is here with me today and she is an EQ-i Certified Executive Coach and Leadership Development Specialist with over 10 years of experience in high-performance organizations, such as Willow Creek Church and Chick-fil-A. Her skill lies in helping clients see where they are blind or stuck, and moving them to a place of choice. Once a client chooses to move, she is skilled at helping them finish the change process.

As a mom of 3, Kristin knows firsthand the challenges of finding the balance between chasing after professional dreams and maintaining intentional motherhood. she helps women step outside of themselves to identify ways they are being held back from the life they desire and deserve. 

Where you can connect with Kristin:

• Her website
• Her blog 
• Podcast
  • Spotify
  • Apple Podcasts
  • iHeart Radio
  • Amazon Music
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • LinkedIn

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If you have an ADHD kid you understand the frustration, arguing and misunderstanding this can cause for parents and their kids. 

My special guest today is Dr. Norrine Russell, she is an Executive Functioning & ADHD Expert who founded Russell Coaching for Students in 2009. She is also the mother of two atypical children. Dr. Russell knows firsthand that being a parent of a struggling student is tough. 

In this episode, Dr. Russell shares

• Parenting struggles and self-care for moms. 0:01
  • Sheryl Gould discusses parenting tweens and teens in today's world, shares personal experiences, and offers encouragement to listeners.
  • Sheryl Gould and Noreen Russell discuss the importance of giving oneself grace and accepting limitations, particularly in parenting.
  • Noreen shares insights from her bonus call, including the common themes of exhaustion, weariness, and the need for self-care and self-compassion.
• Parenting neurodiverse children and self-care. 5:26
  • Dr. Norrine Russell emphasizes the importance of recognizing it's okay not to have all the answers, especially for parents of neurodiverse children.
  • She encourages listeners to prioritize self-care and step away from the pressure to be perfect and fix everything.
  • Sheryl Gould and Dr. Norrine Russell discuss the pressure to create perfect holidays and lives, and the importance of being authentic and acknowledging where we are.
  • They emphasize the need to let go of the idea that there's a "right" way to do things and to embrace imperfection and authenticity.
• Parenting pressures and self-trust. 11:53
  • Dr. Norrine Russell and Sheryl Gould discuss the pressure parents face from endless parenting tips and the need to trust themselves and their own experiences.
  • They suggest posting questions instead of tips to encourage self-reflection and authenticity in parenting.
  • Dr. Norrine Russell and Sheryl Gould discuss the importance of questioning societal expectations and defining what matters to individuals and their families.
  • They emphasize the need to listen to oneself and not rely on external sources for validation, and to let go of critical voices and pressure to conform.
• Parenting and understanding teenagers. 18:13
  • Dr. Norrine Russell reflects on the importance of patience an

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On today's episode, we're joined by the incredible Dayna Abraham. Dayna Abraham has become a trusted and proven leader in the parenting community. An award-winning, national board-certified educator who has spent over ten years in the classroom, she is the founder of the popular parenting site Lemon Lime Adventures.

She is also the CEO of Calm the Chaos, a seven-figure company that offers support to thousands of parents worldwide. Today we discuss Dayna’s recent book, Calm The Chaos and we talk about parenting a challenging kid and Dayna shares the importance of how we can shift our perspective of how we view our kids and their challenging behaviors AND she shares some great nuggets from her book that will help to ground us in the heat of the challenging moments while finding calm in the chaos.  

Here are some key talking points from the interview:

• As an educator, she noticed that kids with behavioral issues often had more going on beneath the surface, and she wanted to find ways to support them.
• Dana shares her personal journey of dealing with her eldest son's challenging behavior, including being kicked out of preschool and frequent suspensions.
• Dana discusses the shift in mindset needed when dealing with challenging behaviors in children. Instead of seeing the behavior as attacks or violence, she emphasizes the importance of understanding that the child is struggling and needs support.
• Dana introduces four key ingredients for addressing challenges: connection, understanding, empowerment, and the parent being grounded. These ingredients provide a framework that can be adapted to each unique family and child, acknowledging that there is no one-size-fits-all solution.
• Anchors are tools or phrases that ground parents in the heat of challenging moments. Examples include using a memory anchor, such as picturing the child as a baby, or simple phrases like "there is no bear" to signal safety to the brain.
• Dana shares a powerful example of a conversation with her son highlighting the importance of empowering discussions rather than enforcing strict boundaries.

Where to find Dayna:

• Calm the Chaos: A Fail-Proof Road Map for Parenting Even the Most Challenging Kids by Dayna Abraham
• Calm the Chaos Podcast
• Lemon Lime Adventures
• Calm the Chaos on Facebook
• Calm the Chaos on Instagram

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Welcome to the show today. 

When our kids leave for college, it can be an exciting time but also a scary time. When our kids are in our home, we may have an illusion of control or at least some influence on their decisions and keeping them safe and now we can’t make sure that they are okay.

Then they leave, and we worry - will they make good decisions? Will they be okay? What if they are sick and don’t tell me or go to the doctor if it’s serious? Will they make friends? What if they are feeling homesick or anxious or depressed, or what if they go to a party and binge drink?

 It can be a really helpless feeling AND we know that it’s a necessary part of growing up to give them the space and opportunity to make their own decisions, figure things out, and not to be calling them all the time.

Well Dr. Jill Grimes is here to help us. She is an award-winning author of the the humorous and evidence-based “The ULTIMATE College Student Health Handbook: Your Guide for Everything from Hangovers to Homesickness” She is passionate about prevention.

We talk a lot about some of the bigger things that we worry about like alcohol and drugs in their episode and how we can talk to our kids.

As a proud Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians, her practical and evidence-based advice covers all ages, genders and body parts. Dr. Grimes has always enjoyed educating, in and out of the exam rooms. Her message is shared across all media platforms, from print magazines and online forums, to radio talk shows and television.

As a parent of freshly graduated college students herself, Dr. Grimes is especially empathetic to the medical challenges these young people experience.

Let’s dive in! 

What you will learn:

• What do teen parents need to know about today’s party culture (that is different from what we experienced)?
• Is “weed” a big deal or not? Isn’t it less dangerous than alcohol?
• What is “blackout drinking”? (Lots of risks here that both parents & kids don’t realize, including legal risks with consent)
• Fentanyl use and Narcan availability in college students.
• Weed's effects on mental health and genetics.

Links

• Website
• Instagram
• Facebook

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Welcome, friend, to the show.

Who is listening and has a strong-willed tween or teen?

If you’re raising your hand - I know how exhausting, frustrating, and overwhelming it can be. 

Wendy Snyder is a Certified Positive Parenting Educator and Family Life Coach known for her work through Fresh Start Family.

I absolutely loved my conversation with Wendy. We talk about the challenges, the feelings of despair and exhaustion you can experience, and the healing journey our strong-willed kids can take us on like no other. 

Let’s dive in! 

What you will learn:

• Is there really a way to get strong-willed tweens or teens to comply without nagging, yelling, threatening, or punishing them?
• What are some steps to increase cooperation and decrease pushback?
• What is the difference between responsive and reactive parenting? 
• When it comes to discipline, what messages do our kids need to come away with?
• What connection over correction means.

Where to find Wendy:

• Website
• Podcast
• Instagram

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I'm thrilled to have Brooke Romney with us today. Brooke is a best-selling author and a book '52 Modern Manners for Teens: Part I & II,' and '52 Modern Manners for Kids'. Brooke brings a wealth of knowledge and practical advice to the table.

In our conversation, Brooke shares invaluable nuggets of wisdom on fostering connection and supporting our kids to excel in relationships, school, work, and life. She doesn’t just focus on teaching skills and manners; Brooke offers fantastic ideas for building traditions and meaningful connections with our kids, especially during Thanksgiving and the holiday season. Her approach is not only educational but also incredibly fun and engaging.

And there's more. For those struggling with gift ideas for tween and teen boys, stay tuned until the end of the episode. Brooke has some great suggestions that you won't want to miss.

So, let's dive in and discover how we can better connect with our teens, teach them valuable life skills, and create lasting family traditions.
Let’s dive in! 

Let’s dive in! 

What you will learn:

• What inspired a book on manners, especially with teens?
• What are the challenges that our kids and teens are facing today regarding manners?
• You are passionate about the power of connection when it comes to the parent-child relationship - what threatens that connection - how can parents get it back?
• Ideas for Thanksgiving and Christmas - can you share some ideas to build a connection with our teens?
• Hot gift ideas this year?

Where to find Brooke:
Books: 

• 52 Modern Manners For Today's Teens Volume 1
• 52 Modern Manners For Today's Teens Volume 2
• 52 Modern Manners for Kids
• Website
• Instagram
• Facebook

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I think one of the hardest things to figure out as a parent of a tween or teen is when to step in and when to step back, especially when you see them struggling or they aren’t making the choice that you want them to make. 

And when we do step in or offer our advice, it falls on deaf ears or, worse results in an argument.  

Well, my special guest today is Dr. Emily Kline.

She’s here today to talk about her new book, The School of Hard Talks: How to Have Real Conversations with Your (Almost Grown) Kids.

In this interview, Emily shares her research-backed approach that prevents power struggles and pushback and builds stronger relationships through better conversations about any topic: curfews, sex, drugs, rock ‘n’ roll, college applications, and beyond. 

Let’s dive in! 

What you will learn: 

• What is motivational interviewing, and what are the benefits?
• When does it make sense to use rewards and punishments to motivate kids, and when does that not make sense?
• Why do parents get on their older kids’ nerves, and why do our teens and tweens dismiss parents’ input? 
• Understand how to suppress your parental “righting reflex” – the almost irresistible urge to help by offering reassurance and advice.
• How can we help our tweens and teens navigate their decisions and dilemmas competently?
• What are some ways to handle conflict that are productive and nurture the relationship?

Where to find Dr. Emily Kline:

• Website
• Book: The School of Hard Talks
• Instagram

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As parents, we want our children to take responsibility for their schoolwork, chores, and choices. We want them to grow into independent adults, but when we see them struggling, we sometimes step in and problem-solve, telling them exactly what to do or even doing things ourselves. The problem is the more controlling we are with our kids, the more we can get in the way of them becoming confident, resilient, self-motivated, and independent. 

How do we shift gears to supporting our children’s independence and confidence? How can we do less so they do more?

My special guest, Dr. Emily Edlynn, is here to share her book, Autonomy-Supportive Parenting, Reduce Parental Burnout and Raise Competent, Confident Children.

This is a great conversation about our struggle with letting go and allowing our kids to be independent and how we can get out of the way and support our tween's and teen’s independence, confidence, and motivation.

Let’s dive in! 

What you will learn:

• What does it mean to move from full-service to self-service with our kids? 
• The importance of having a chore routine. 
• Supportive parenting is about increasing internal motivation and how we do this with teens and tweens. 
• The three fundamental human needs of autonomy. 
• The importance of asking open-ended questions instead of lectures. 
• The power of emotional connection with our teens and tweens. 
• Controlling vs. autonomy-supportive parenting. 
• What it means to be a good-enough parent. 
• How we should aim for influence but not control. 

Where to find Dr. Emily Edlynn:

• Website
• Substack
• Instagram
• Facebook
• Twitter

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Today, I'm talking with Ali Flynn, educator and creator of Hang in There, Mama. Ali and I discuss the joys and hardships of raising teens with an open heart, honesty, and some tears. She is a mom to four daughters and offers daily encouragement and support to moms while keeping it real and letting them know they are not alone on their motherhood journey.

Let’s dive in! 

What you will learn:

• The struggle to let go of our teens as they prepare to leave the nest. 
• Why do we struggle so much with feeling like enough?
• Not measuring our worth as a mom by our kid's successes or failures.
• Letting go of the comparison trap parents fall into with other parents. 
• Why holding tighter to our teens instead of loosening our grip has the opposite effect?
• Trusting our teens more and more to help with the transition from teen to young adult. 

Where to find Ali and Hang In There Mama:

• Website
• Instagram
• Facebook

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Hi Friend,

One thing I know for sure is you are here and listening because you want to be the best parent you can be. You want to have your home be a place where your kids thrive and feel safe and loved.

But how often do we feel like we fall short? We get so many conflicting messages and advice - it can be totally overwhelming and confusing - and then much of what we hear doesn’t work because each of our kids is unique, our families are unique, and we have unique personalities and ways that we parent. 

Well, today, my special guest is Donna Tetreault.

Donna is a national TV parenting journalist. Currently she does work for NBC on NBC News Now ‘Modern Parenting’ segment. She has been seen on The Today Show, Dr. Phil, The Doctors, and more. 

I’m so excited for you to hear Donna talk about her best-selling book, The C.A.S.T.L.E. Method, where she simplifies for us what really matters in order to lay a strong foundation in your family.

Let’s dive in! 

What you will learn:

• What is the CASTLE method, and how can we use it when parenting our tweens and teens?
• Why is compassion the foundation of all the other principles?
• How can we help our kids identify their emotions? 
• What is the link between our self-compassion towards ourselves and how we show up with our kids?
• How can moms develop more self-compassion?
• What is Perceived rejection, and how does it affect the brain of our teens? 
• Helpful and harmful expectations parents and society put on our kids. 

Links

• Website
• Instagram
• The CASTLE Method Book

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Teaching my kids about money wasn’t easy for me.

If you are listening in and want to support your tween or teen to learn about money - the value of a dollar, how to make and invest money, and to get a vision for how they can build wealth for their future, you will love this episode.

Today my special guest is Robert Farrington, he is America’s Millennial Money Expert® and America’s Student Loan Debt Expert™. He is also the founder of The College Investor, which is an awesome website full of resources.

I learned so much talking to Robert about empowering and equipping our kids with money. He is full of creative ideas and resources that are fun and will not only motivate your kids but also, if you’re like me, you will feel inspired from listening to Robert too!

Let’s dive in! 

What you will learn:

• Is there a difference between Gen Z and Millennials and how they view money?
• How do you teach tweens and teens about money and starting to save?
• How would you recommend parents encourage teens to save rather than burn through all the money?
• What are some other tools to help parents teach their children about managing money?
• What are a few top tips for parents, tweens, and teens when paying for college and financial aid?
• What are some practical tips to get out of student loan debt? 
• What are a few of the most popular side hustles to make money for teenagers or those in their 20s trying to pay off student loan debt?

Where to find Robert:

• Website
• Podcast
• Instagram
• Facebook
• YouTube
• Twitter

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Today, on the podcast, I talk with Ciara Fanlo. Ciara is a writer and the founder of Homing Instinct, a platform that offers support for teens and their families.

As a child and teen, Ciara felt depressed, anxious, self-harming, and suicidal. She went to countless therapists, took over a dozen medications, and was sent to a hospital, wilderness therapy, and a therapeutic boarding school. While she had some healing experiences, she largely felt that the psychiatric and residential health care systems failed to address the root causes and acknowledge the humanity and innate wisdom of teens.

After leaving treatment, Ciara committed to recovery on a different path. She came off all her medications, repaired her relationships with family, and graduated college with honors. She worked in different therapeutic settings and at a couple of large tech companies before deciding to devote her life to guiding teens. She now uses her experiences and insight to support teens in their healing. 

You’re going to love this conversation! Let’s dive in! 

What you will learn:

• What was going on when she was a teenager that she was struggling so much?
• Was there something at the time that parents could have done that would have been helpful?
• How do parents impact their kids?
• Ciara eventually found healing and actually got off medications, and graduated college with honors. What created that shift?
• What wisdom and insight Ciara has for caregivers with a troubled teen like herself. 
• What do our teens think when parents try to “help” them better? What do parents do that is helpful and not so helpful? 

Links

• Website
• Instagram
• Facebook

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Maggie Ullrich is a mom whose mission is to normalize anxiety. She is the host of the Crazy Sexy Anxiety Podcast and ranked 43rd in the BODi network (formally Beachbody).

Today, Maggie and I talked about anxiety and becoming an overcomer. And finding meaning and purpose in the midst of our challenges. 

Let’s dive in! 

What you will learn:

• Being open and honest about taking the anti-anxiety medicine.
• Creating a new narrative about anxiety. 
• What to do with negative thoughts and how to avoid them overtaking you. 
• The importance of community when we walk through difficult times. 
• Walking a child through a tough emotional season.
• Our stories can be someone else's survival guide. 

Where to find Maggie:

• Website: Crazy Sexy Anxiety
• Podcast
• Instagram
• Facebook

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Hi friend, So glad that you are joining me today.

I am thrilled to share this conversation with you. Understanding our tween's and teen's rollercoaster of emotions and how to cope and support them isn't easy.

My special guest today is Dr. Lisa Damour. Dr. Damour is a clinical psychologist and author of three New York Times bestsellers, Untangled, Under Pressure, and her latest book, The Emotional Lives of Teenagers.  She is also the co-host of the Ask Lisa podcast and is recognized as a thought leader by the American Psychological Association. She earned degrees from both Yale and the University of Michigan and has more than 30 years of experience working with teens and families.

Her latest book, The Emotional Lives of Teenagers, is a life-changing book that we talk about today.

A few of the things Lisa shares with us: 

• What does emotional health mean for our teens?
• Some common myths about emotions and how to help your teen manage them.
• Typical adolescent development of the brain and emotions. 
• Helping our teens become more independent from us.
• What is costly coping, and how can parents be on the lookout for it?
• How do we know when our kids are in distress and need intervention?
• What are some of the developmental things that are going on that cause teens to be on this emotional roller coaster and how do we support them?

You are going to love Dr. Lisa Damour and what she shares today with us.

Where to find Lisa:

• Her Book:The Emotional Lives Of Teenagers
• Lisa's Website
• The Ask Lisa Podcast
• Instagram
• Facebook
• YouTube

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Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Welcome to the show today, and I’m so glad that you’re joining me.

If you have a tween or teen, I know without a doubt that there are days when you say to yourself, “What are they thinking?!”

One day I woke up, and I had an alien living in my house. This was my first rodeo with a tween, and it felt like things changed overnight. I had no idea what I was doing. And on top of that, my daughter wasn’t talking as much. She began fighting to be independent and became moody and wasn’t wanting to go to school. I didn’t understand what was going on or how to talk to her.

Today I have a very special guest joining us. Zach Gottlieb, who is an amazing 17-year-old who is the founder of Talk With Zach.

Zach has created this Gen Z movement and community to provide a safe space where teens don’t feel alone in what they’re going through. He openly talks about relationships coping with emotions and inspires mental well-being and to make the world a better place. His motto: “We can’t change what we don’t talk about.”

I can’t wait for you to hear what Zach has to share about what kids today want their parents and other adults to know about how their generation is doing—and the best ways to support them. And perhaps most crucially, we'll delve into the mental health crisis among teens and what Gen Z wants older generations to truly understand.

As parents, we often assume we know what's important to our kids, but what might we be missing? It's time to listen, learn, and bridge the gap.

Let’s jump right in!

What you will learn: 

• What’s the worst thing you can do to your teen when they confide in you?
• What are some of the things teens want to talk about?
• Why Zach says parents should stop sharing viral college acceptance videos. 
• What do most teens today want their parents and other adults to know about how their generation is doing—and the best ways to support them? 
• What does Gen-Z want older generations to know about the mental health crisis among teens right now?
• As parents, we think we know what is important to our kids, but what might we be missing?

Where to find Zach:

• Instagram
• Website

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Find more encouragement, wisdom, and resources:

Website: https://momsoftweensandteens.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Join our Community HERE.

Find awesome resources HERE.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Hi Friend, and welcome to today's show. I'm so glad you've joined me. 

If you have a tween or teen daughter, you know just how challenging these years can be. Filled with insecurity, self-doubt, and self-criticism, it's easy for our girls to lose sight of their own worth and potential. 

I'm thrilled to introduce Katie Parker, the President and CEO of Bloomfully. Katie is truly passionate about building the confidence of young girls, tweens, and women. Her mission is to empower them to grow beyond the traps of comparing themselves, constant criticism, and overwhelming self-doubt. She firmly believes that every girl and every woman is unique and absolutely essential in this world.

Today, we delve into the topic of helping our daughters grow in self-confidence and empowering them to believe in themselves. It's a conversation that holds tremendous importance in today's society, and Katie brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to guide us on this journey.

This episode will equip and encourage you and your daughter to embrace the incredible individuals you truly are.

Without further ado, let's jump right in and welcome Katie to the show. 

What you will learn: 

• What are some suggestions to stop the negative self-talk and the comparison game?
• What is the “Grow and Share” living pattern? And how does this create a happy tween?
• What can we do to build up confidence in our daughters that will help her now and in the future?
• Why are habits important, and how can moms start to teach habits to their kids?
• When friends are mean and drama starts - what is the best way to handle it?
• What are some things a mom can say to her daughter when friends are being mean?

Where to find Katie:

• Website
• Podcast
• Instagram
• Facebook

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Check out What's Waiting For You At Moms of Tweens and Teens

Find more encouragement, wisdom, and resources:

Website: https://momsoftweensandteens.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Join our Community HERE.

Find awesome resources HERE.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Master Rich Grogan is a Master Martial Artist, 6th Degree Black Belt, and a Bully Proof & Self-Defense Expert with over 40 years of experience. Having personally experienced bullying as a victim, bystander, and parent of his own child being bullied, he has made it his life’s work to empower kids, parents, teens, and adults with hope and the self-confidence to believe in themselves to Become Bully Proof.

Today we talk about Rich’s new book, Becoming Bully Proof.

Let’s dive in! 

What you will learn:

• Has bullying become worse in recent years?
• How do we help to bully-proof our kids? 
• What are the ABCs of being bully-proof?
• What are some of the common mistakes that we make as parents that disempower our kids when they are experiencing bullying?
• What should parents say to empower their kids if they are being bullied?
• What questions does every parent need to know the answer to regarding bullying?

Where to find Rich, his book and links mentioned in podcast:

• Website
• Podcast
• Instagram
• Facebook
• YouTube

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Check out What's Waiting For You At Moms of Tweens and Teens

Find more encouragement, wisdom, and resources:

Website: https://momsoftweensandteens.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Join our Community HERE.

Find awesome resources HERE.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Hi Friend,

If you are feeling tired today and weighed down by the daily grind of being a mom and all the responsibilities.

Or you’re feeling like a bad mom or here because you need some encouragement today. I’m so glad that you’re here listening because

My special guest today is Meredith Ethington, and you are going to feel super encouraged and reassured after listening.

Today, we get into the real, honest, and humorous about the job of being a mom.

Meredith is an award-winning writer and is here today to talk about her recently published book, The Mother Load, Surviving the Daily Grind Without Losing Your Ever-Loving Mind.

Her blog, Perfection Pending, and her writing are viewed by hundreds of thousands every day that want to see the real side of motherhood and know that they are not alone. She is the  co-owner and editor at Filterfreeparents.com 

In this episode, we talk about the mental load we carry as moms and the expectations we put on ourselves, as well as challenges with depression and anxiety and how to be present and show up for our kids. 

The nuggets of wisdom Meredith shares will help you to feel a little less crazy and a whole lot less alone.

Let's dive in!

Where to buy Meredith's book and find her:

• The Mother Load, Surviving the Daily Grind Without Losing Your Ever-Loving Mind
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Twitter
• Perfection Pending Blog
• Filter Free Parents Website

What you will learn:

• The mental load we carry as moms.
• Nuggets of wisdom to make us feel less crazy and a whole lot less alone.
• What our deepest roots of desire are, and how that affects our parenting. 
• The expectations moms put on themselves. 
• The taboo subject of struggling with mental illness and challenges with depression and anxiety.
• Understanding what our capacity for parenting is and how to set realistic dreams as a result. 
• What our kids really want from us and how we are missing it.

Support the show

Check out What's Waiting For You At Moms of Tweens and Teens

Find more encouragement, wisdom, and resources:

Website: https://momsoftweensandteens.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Join our Community HERE.

Find awesome resources HERE.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Deepali Vee - yas is the founder and CEO of Fearless+. 

Fearless+ is a digital platform that Deepali describes as LinkedIn Meets TikTok meets MasterClass. 

I wish my kids would have had something like Fearless plus when they were in middle school and high school. 

Fearless plus is kind of like a virtual resume that motivates and inspires kids to share their stories, hobbies and experiences. It’s a place where they develop the skills they need to be successful as well as connecting them with opportunities, mentors, colleges, and employers And it’s fun!

I am excited to have you hear more about Deepali and what she is doing to empower the next generation to succeed.

Let’s dive in!

What you will learn:

• Which three character traits do kids need to develop in order to succeed?
• What are the main challenges that students face today that make it difficult to succeed in school?
• How does the Fearless+ platform help our kids?
• How can parents help prepare their kids to help prepare for the reality of the real world?
• How important is work experience?
• What are some things parents can do to help their tweens and teens to be successful in school and in the real world?

Where to find Deepali:

• Deepali’s Fearless+ profile 
• LinkedIn
• Instagram
• TikTok
• Facebook

Support the show

Check out What's Waiting For You At Moms of Tweens and Teens

Find more encouragement, wisdom, and resources:

Website: https://momsoftweensandteens.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Join our Community HERE.

Find awesome resources HERE.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.

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Who here feels exhausted and overwhelmed with how much you have to get done on a daily basis? 

Do you often feel disorganized and like you're flying by the seat of your pants most of the time?

Do you notice that you feel resentful a lot because you're tired of doing all the things, all the time, for all the people?

Well, help is here.

My special guest is Laura Hernandez, who is the founder of Mama Systems. 

Laura and her husband, Tony, are raising ten children in the Dallas area. In the past four and a half years, they have added six new children to their family... three biologically and three through adoption. 

Laura’s large and unconventional family forced her to create systems that helped her family run smoothly. As a result, it reduced her daily workload, and her house became a place of peace. 

Today we talk about systems in our homes - why and how to create them and how it can reduce decision fatigue, restore our sanity and create peace in our homes.

Let’s dive in! 

What you will learn:

• How do moms decide which systems to implement? 
• What changes did you begin to see in your family once you implemented various systems?
• What if you are a person that struggles with systems - where do you start?
• How do you motivate your kids?
• How would you encourage moms to get their kids on board, especially the mom that is starting this with older kids?
• What are some tried and true systems that you have implemented that have created more peace and time for yourself?
• How to teach your kids systems so they can become more independent and responsible.

Where to find Laura:

• Laura's freebie to her self-care guide -  https://www.mamasystems.net/self-care 
• Mamasystems.net
• Facebook
• Instagram
• YouTube

Support the show

Check out What's Waiting For You At Moms of Tweens and Teens

Find more encouragement, wisdom, and resources:

Website: https://momsoftweensandteens.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Join our Community HERE.

Find awesome resources HERE.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/momsoftweensandteens/

Sheryl also has an Inner Circle weekly Parenting Program with a community of like-minded moms, personal coaching, and tons of resources to equip and support you to love well, navigate the challenges and meet your tween and teen’s unique needs during these pivotal years.