Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Pivot Parenting: Expert Tips for Navigating Teen and Tween Challenges
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| 272. "Safe" Parenting | 17 Jun 2025 | 00:30:05 | |
Is your parenting actually keeping your teen safe—or just an attempt to keep you comfortable? In this episode, we unpack the hidden fears that drive so many of our rules, reactions, and routines as parents. From fear of physical harm to fear of emotional disconnection, we all create “safety systems” that can backfire—leading to control, resentment, and emotional distance. You’ll learn:
If you’ve ever said, “I just want to keep them safe,” but still feel anxious, disconnected, or constantly in conflict, this episode will give you a fresh lens—and real tools—to parent from clarity instead of fear. Book your free Peaceful Parenting Coaching Call today and start creating a safer, stronger connection with your teen. To pre order, Mom Got Jesus Wrong, Hallelujah! click HERE and then don't forget to go back and enter in your purchase info to claim bonuses. xoxo | |||
| 271. Learning With Your Daughter to Love Your Body, with Kerrie Nygard | 10 Jun 2025 | 00:31:53 | |
What if healing your own body image could help your daughter avoid the years of shame, obsession, and insecurity so many of us grew up with? In this powerful episode, we talk about how to build a healthy, connected relationship with your body—and how to model that for your kids (without even saying a word). Whether you're raising daughters, sons, or anyone in between, this one’s for you. You’ll learn:
This isn’t about perfect eating or loving every inch of yourself—it’s about creating safety, respect, and honesty around the bodies we live in. For you and your kids. Ready to pre-order your copy of, Mom Got Jesus Wrong, Hallelujah! Click HERE and cash in on all the presale bonuses. xoxo About my guest: Certified Life and Nutrition Coach, mother of six, and “Freedom with Body & Food” (FBF) program creator, Kerrie Nygard helps faith-based women connect deeply with their bodies, ending food and body struggles. Her proven method has supported over 1000 women and inspired thousands more through workshops on achieving peace with food and their bodies, without restriction. You can find Kerrie here: www.kerrienygard.com@kerrie.a.nygard https://www.facebook.com/Kerrie.Nygard/ | |||
| 262. How to be a Safe Person for Your Teen to Share | 08 Apr 2025 | 00:28:48 | |
Few things hurt more than watching your teen struggle—and knowing they don’t feel safe enough to come to you with it. You try to connect, ask how they’re doing, offer help… and all you get is a shoulder shrug, an eye roll, or a slammed door. And it leaves you wondering—What happened to us? Why won’t they talk to me? Am I failing? In this episode, we’re digging into what it really takes to become a safe person for your teen to open up to. I’ll walk you through the do’s and don’ts that shift the energy from shut down and distance to trust and connection. You’ll learn simple skills that make a big impact—so your teen actually wants to talk to you again. And when that safety is there, it doesn’t just help your teen—it transforms the tone of your whole home. If you’re tired of feeling shut out or unsure how to reconnect, let’s talk. Book a free Peaceful Parenting Strategy Call here. You don’t have to guess your way through this—I’ve got you. | |||
| 172. "...I'm not parenting my teen right" | 17 Jul 2023 | 00:40:16 | |
Part three of Bill and Anne. Today we discuss their thirteen year olds' poor self-talk. He thinks he's the worst and Bill and Anne feel terrible. We discuss their reactions, ways they can help him, and how they are unintentionally creating more of what they don't want. We also discuss the struggle of other kids wanting to parent their siblings, how Anne is affected by this, and how she is buying into the lie that she isn't doing it right. It doesn't play out well for her, but fortunately she sees it and is empowered to move past the lie. To learn more about parenting your teen, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 171. "What's the big deal?!" | 11 Jul 2023 | 00:46:52 | |
Parents can mimic their teens without even realizing it. I coach Anne and Bill for a second time as we discuss how their son disgusts and annoys them with his rude behavior and self importance. They want him to start seeing things like they do. They want him to make progress, which is creating the exact opposite experience than they want. Getting stuck on what he's doing wrong is leading them to similar behavior that they don't even see until today. Maybe you're invalidating yourself like they are? Come listen and find out. To learn more about parenting your teen, visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 170. "...wait, I don't have to like my teen?!" | 04 Jul 2023 | 00:44:37 | |
Todays episode is the beginning of a series. You will meet Bill and Anne. Their exuberant son, Gilbert, is too much for the whole family to handle and they struggle to see eye to eye on how to help him best while keeping their cool and managing the other children's frustration towards him. Parenting your teen can be a stress to the marriage, but it doesnt have to be. Both Bill and Anne want the same thing- to feel good and successful and to help their son feel the same. Listen in as I show them how they can both solve for the frustration that is daily. To learn more about parenting your teen, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 169. Helping our Tween Girls, with special guest Katie Parker | 27 Jun 2023 | 00:47:33 | |
In todays episode, Katie Parker and I discuss the struggles that our tween ladies are experiencing and how we can encourage, love and support them better. Adolescence is hard but we can educate ourselves to be more supportive. We can also give our girls an opportunity to engage in meaningful emotional education. This is Katie's life work. I loved hearing about her tween program and all of the skills she offers young ladies and I know that you will, too. To learn more about parenting your teen, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com About my guest: Katie is the President/CEO of Bloomfully, LLC and has a passion for building the confidence of young girls, tweens and women. Her mission is to help them grow above the comparing, the criticism, and the self-doubt that are plaguing girls. She honestly believes EVERY girl and EVERY woman is remarkably unique and needed in this world. Katie is married to Matt Parker of Album Surfboards and they live in Orange County, CA with their six children. In the Summer they surf and in the Winter they snowboard. Family and faith are at her core and the blooming businesses are an extension of that foundation. She is the creator of Singers Company, I Believe in Me, Bloomfully and Tavi’s Fairy Festival. She received her BA degree in Communications/Public Relations from Brigham Young University. As she watches the world become ever more complex to navigate for girls, she longs to create programs that help them stay grounded/rooted yet willing and able to bloom wherever they may be in the world. After participating in a Bloomfully program she wants women and girls to feel happy and excited about life and empowered to create! She hopes Bloomfully will help girls believe in their gifts, encourage them to grow and motivate them to share with the world. The world needs strong minds, and strong hearts in strong girls. You can find Katie at www.bloomfully.com | |||
| 168. Triangulation in Family Relationships, with Special Guest, Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife | 20 Jun 2023 | 00:45:50 | |
Guesting on Pivot Parenting for a fourth visit, Jennifer Finlayson-fife and I discuss triangulation in families. What is this, how it plays out, its relationship to codependency, and the role that our parental anxiety plays in all of it. There are 3 typical roles in triangulation: victim, perpetrator and rescuer. We can play all three roles in parenting and none of them are good for us or our teens. Listen in as Jennifer describes how we.. "can allow our problem to teach us." She breaks down what triangulation looks like so that we can identify if and how we are participating in an unhealthy dynamic and what to do if we are. To learn more about parenting your teen, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com
About my guest: Dr. Jennifer Finlayson-Fife is an LDS relationship and sexuality coach with a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology. Her teaching and coaching focus on helping LDS individuals and couples achieve greater satisfaction and passion in their emotional and sexual relationships. In addition to her private practice, Dr. Finlayson-Fife has created five empowering and highly-reviewed online urses. Each course was designed to give LDS individuals and couples the tools requisite to creating healthier lives and stronger intimate relationships. Dr. Finlayson-Fife also offers many workshops and retreats where she teaches these life-changing principles in person. Dr. Finlayson-Fife is a frequent guest on LDS-themed podcasts on the subjects of sexuality, relationships, mental health, and faith. She is also the creator and host of Room for Two, a popular sex and intimacy coaching podcast.Learn more about Dr. Finlayson-FIfe and her work by clicking HERE. or visit her at Finlayson-fife.com | |||
| 167. Every Parents Deepest Fear: Being a Terrible Parent | 13 Jun 2023 | 00:34:12 | |
Every parent's worst nightmare: Realizing that they are the worst parent ever. Our teens are happy to tell us the reasons why, their choices are ample evidence, our world is crushed as reality washes over us. But what if it's not true? Listen in as I discuss how the fear of failing as a parent plays out it real time and what to do about it. The good news is, you haven't failed and the future is yet to be decided. To learn more about parenting your teen, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 166. When Parents Neeed to be Right | 06 Jun 2023 | 00:25:10 | |
You might not think this applies to you. That you're super open minded and easy going. This can be true and you can also be wanting to be right to the detriment of your relationship. In todays episode I outline 8 sneaky ways that our brain kills connection with the desire to be right, and most of us do at least a few of them. In parenting, the details matter. This was the one thing that I needed to change before I could have a quality connection with one of my kids. The desire to be right can be sneaky and hard to see if you don't know what to look for. To learn more about parenting, visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 165. When You Don't Like Your Teens Behavior | 30 May 2023 | 00:18:05 | |
Put more than one human in a room and what do you get? Annoyed. At least eventually. It's really common for my clients to be upset with themselves, their teen, for the human experience of annoyance. They think they're a terrible person. They think their teen is awful and doomed. Which makes them feel worse. It's a vicious downward spiral that doesn't need to happen. Listen in as I break down what is happening and help you to know what to do instead. If you get bugged at your teen, this episode is for you. xoxo To learn more about parenting your teen, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 164. Perfectionism in Parenting | 23 May 2023 | 00:27:57 | |
Pretty much every single client I have has some form of: Then I could feel okay with myself, my family, and be happy. If you feel like you're chasing a pipe dream of happiness, thinking it's just after one more task is done, a couple of accomplishments made by your teen, but the satisfaction is fleeting if at all, this episode is for you!
To learn more about parenting your teen, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 163. Parenting Envy | 16 May 2023 | 00:25:20 | |
Envy can be described as one of the deadly sins, the thief of joy, something really bad to be avoided at all cost. Sure, when used improperly, but when we recognize it and consciously consider it, the affect can be quite the opposite. Many of my clients look around and wish their spouse was more helpful, their teen was more responsible/honest/driven/tidy/friendly, their life to be filled with health and travel and quality looking relationships... because they see other families that they want to be like. You know, the ones who have it all? In today's episode of Pivot Parenting I break envy down for you in a way that will forever change how you choose to keep up with the Jones'. To learn more about parenting your teen, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 261. Being our Teens First Line of Defense with Nicole Runyon LMSW | 01 Apr 2025 | 00:30:56 | |
Parenting teens today can feel like trying to hold back a tidal wave. We want to protect them, guide them, and set them up for success—but how do we do that without burning out or pushing them away? In this episode, we’re tackling three crucial parenting strategies:
If parenting feels like an uphill battle, there’s a better way. Let’s make it easier. Book a free Peaceful Parenting Call, and in 45 minutes, we’ll create a plan that actually works for your family. About my guest: Nicole Runyon, LMSW, is an esteemed psychotherapist specializing in parenting, author, and keynote speaker renowned for her expertise in child and adolescent mental health, backed by an extensive 21-year career in the field. Nicole is also the mother of 2 children. You can find her book, Free to Fly right HERE Instagram and FB- @igenerationmentalhealth | |||
| 162. As a Hen Gathereth Her Chickens | 09 May 2023 | 00:27:50 | |
In honor of Mothers Day and our little chickens that we are trying to raise up right, I bring you todays episode. One of the most heartbreaking aspects of family is when our kids walk away from what we hold most dear. Often times this is the family faith. Listen in as I help you navigate being a hen who loves her babies and the little chick who loves the Lord. Peace, happiness, connection and even FUN can still be the familial experience for everyone when the proper approach is taken. xoxo To learn more about parenting your teen, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 161. Pride in Your Teen | 02 May 2023 | 00:24:40 | |
Do you think it bad to sing your child's praises? To learn more about helping your teen, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 160. How the Dynamic of Validation vs Control Plays Out in Parenting | 25 Apr 2023 | 00:21:31 | |
In all of our relationships we play a role. Sometimes it's authentic and good, sometimes it's graspy and destructive. In today's episode of #pivotparenting I talk about a common dynamic of validation and control. It leads to disaster. Listen in to see how to identify this unhealthy relationship dynamic and change course. To learn more about raising your teen, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 159. Making Sense of Your Teen's Emotions | 18 Apr 2023 | 00:37:19 | |
One second they're laughing with you, the next, they are yelling, "WHY DON'T YOU LIKE ME?!" as they run out of the kitchen, slamming their bedroom door. One day they are organized and have a 5 year plan, the next day they sleep all Saturday and can't remember to get to work on time. Sometimes they love you and sometimes you get the stink eye. Literally nothing has changed between the two of you. Teens send wack messages to parents when you don't understand how it all makes sense- and it does. Tune in to this week's episode as I decode the seemingly nonsensical behavior that your teenager is presenting with.
To learn more, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 158. Knowing if You're a Good Parent | 11 Apr 2023 | 00:26:42 | |
You might not think this is you. You might feel like you're good to go. Do you: These are just a few ways that we subconsciously are NOT in agreement that our parenting is stellar. Tune in and I'll tell you how to recognize this and what to do about it. xoxo | |||
| 157. The Guinea Pig First Child | 04 Apr 2023 | 00:20:54 | |
It seems like our first is either the golden child, or the one we ruined because we didn't know what we were doing as their parent. Steep learning curves, all the experts, plus our own insecurities play into a disaster in the making. What if it weren't so complicated? Tune in as I break it all down for you and help you get our from under the unhelpful beliefs that may be keeping you trapped form loming them as well as you want. xoxo To learn more, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 156. When You're so Blessed and Still Unhappy as a Parent | 28 Mar 2023 | 00:21:49 | |
The other day I ran a pole on my insta. I asked if moms felt guilty for being unhappy. YES was the resounding response to one of my more answered poles- and so here I am, showing up for the wonderful mothers who think that because they have so much they can't be human. I love you. To learn more about parenting, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 155. The Sins of The Parents | 21 Mar 2023 | 00:30:12 | |
Is it my fault that they are making terrible choices? Are they doomed because of what I've done as a parent? If you go the rounds, trying to make sense of their choices and your parenting, and how you coulda woulda shoulda been better so that they wouldn't be where they are, then this episode is for you. xoxo To learn more about parenting your teen, please come visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 154. When Your Teen Hates You | 14 Mar 2023 | 00:33:32 | |
Nothing hurts worse than when your child rejects or hates you. Your world crashes down and nothing else matters. You become frantic, numb, angry, desperate, a ball of tears, and this cycle repeats over and over... In today's episode, I break it all down for you so that you can see what is really going on, how it makes perfect sense, and what to do about it. To learn more about parenting your teen, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 153. Strategic Communication with Your Teen | 07 Mar 2023 | 00:37:15 | |
In honor of my oldest daughter graduating college with a strategic communications degree this spring, and to everyone who asks me what that even means- I'm teaching you all about strategic communication, coaching style! After all, sometimes it does feel like we have to market to our teen, handle PR and HR complaints and issues. Some training would be helpful! So buckle up, I am giving you a crash course in how to be strategic in how you communicate with your teen. It might just be as helpful as a degree... To learn more about parenting your teen, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 260. When Your Teen is Bullied, with Joey Mascio | 25 Mar 2025 | 00:32:36 | |
No parent wants to hear that their child is being mistreated. Unfortunately, bullying is a common challenge many kids face. In this episode, I'm joined by teen confidence expert Joey Mascio to share the most effective strategy for helping your child become less of a target and break free from bullying. Joey offers a fresh, empowering perspective—including why he says "there’s no such thing as a bully", key questions that build confidence, and how to effectively approach school administration when necessary. If your teen is struggling, this episode will give you immediate relief and real solutions. Tune in now for expert insights that will transform the way you and your teen handle bullying! To learn more about how to work with Joey, visit him at sidekicktohero.com | |||
| 152. Supporting Your Missionary, with Special Guest, Jennie Dildine | 28 Feb 2023 | 00:39:14 | |
Sending our babies out into the mission field can be hard. It can get complicated when they return before expected. We can want them to have a specific experience. Parents can have so many thoughts and feelings that keep us from helping our missionaries as well as is possible. LIsten in to today's episode with Jennie, the LDS mission coach, to hear all about everything! About my guest: Jennie Dildine is the mother of five children and two lovely daughters-in-law. She loves Amazon, Disney, Taylor Swift, Crumbl Cookies, and music of all kinds. Jennie has a Bachelor's Degree from Brigham Young University in Recreation Management and Youth Leadership, and became a Certified Life Coach in 2019. She has advanced coach training in Faith-based Coaching Tools and Trauma Informed Coaching. Jennie hosts The LDS Mission Podcast and owns her own coaching practice where she is known as: The LDS Mission Coach. Jennie has helped 100's of missionaries in all stages overcome perfectionism and anxiety, create unwavering confidence and never question their purpose again. You can find her on Instagram @jennie.theldsmissioncoach To learn more about parenting your teen, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 151. How to Support Mental Health in Your Family, with Special Guest, Robert Singleton II MD | 21 Feb 2023 | 00:32:06 | |
In today's episode Robert Singleton II, MD and I talk about the merger between physical health and mental health, and how we model this for our kids. Robert talks about a new model for fatherhood, how resilience is key to a successful life, and how to spot drug use in your home. Tune in as we discuss how your home can be one where both physical, mental, and spiritual health are alive and well. About my guest: Robert Singleton II MD is a board certified anesthesiologist practicing outside of Chicago. You can find him on YouTube, Tik-Tok, and Instagram as @robertsecond53 | |||
| 150. Loving Your Teen | 14 Feb 2023 | 00:29:42 | |
Ask a parent if they love their kid, and they will most likely say, yes. But are we loving our kids as well as possible? When I ask my clients what they want most in their relationships with their kids, a common desire is that their children know they love them. They often believe that their teens think otherwise, despite the love they feel, and want to know how to get their teen to feel their love. I get this desire, and while we can't ever MAKE someone feel our love, we can certainly create an ideal environment to invite them to feel our love. I break it all down in today's episode. To learn more, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 149. Parenting Through Spousal Betrayal, with Special Guest, Jessica Frew | 07 Feb 2023 | 00:33:52 | |
Betrayal is hard in marriage, and it can mess with how we see ourselves as parents, our relationships with our kids and self. Today I speak with my friend Jessica, who shares her story of betrayal, how she found peace again, and how she showed up as a mother during and after. It is possible to be a great parent amidst the worst part of your life, and Jessica explains exactly how to do it. About my guest: Jessica Frew is a wife, ex-wife, mom, stepmom, and BOLD action taker. She has a successful podcast called “Husband in Law” that she records with her husband, Matt, and her ex-husband, Steve. Together they are sharing their stories of love, marriage, coming out, divorce, remarriage and co-parenting to help others know they are not alone. She owns The BOLD Logic, a company devoted to helping people figure out the “What NOW?!” after betrayal or having a partner come out. Jessica is a firm believer that by knowing and understanding what it is you really want in life you can BOLDly create a life you love, no matter what your circumstances. You can find me on instagram, facebook, Tiktok, and Pinterest @heyjessicafrew. And Husband In Law on any podcasting platform Links: https://theboldlogic.com/whatnowworkshop https://theboldlogic.com/freeworkbook To learn more about parenting your teen, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 148. Helping Your Teen Succeed, with Special Guest, Joey Mascio | 31 Jan 2023 | 00:46:21 | |
In todays episode, I chat with teen coach, Joey Mascio about how we can help our teens succeed. We talk about apathy, encouraging our kids, and heros vs. villains when it comes to our parental approach. Joey shares the four distinct arenas that our kids can conquer in their lives, headspace, emotions, relationships, objectives, and how we can best support them while they do it. You can find Joey at www.joeymascio.com and on Instagram @joey_sidekicktohero You can visit Heather at www.heatherfrazier.com and on Instagram @heatherfraziercoaching | |||
| 147. Fear of Failing as a Parent | 24 Jan 2023 | 00:18:41 | |
In today's episode I discuss the nuance of one of the most frequent concerns of parents- Failure. Because this is such a pervasive fear, I run you through a self coaching exercise with these questions: -Where is your parenting focus? If you're wallowing in fear of failure, please take the time to listen in and write down all your answers. What we focus on, we create more of. There is no downside to believing that you are an amazing parent, and in this episode I will teach you how to embrace that belief so that you create more of the good stuff. xoxo | |||
| 146. "Is This Normal?" | 17 Jan 2023 | 00:28:49 | |
It's common to want to know if your family or something specific happening is normal. In today's episode I'll go over what to think about "normal", why one would ask this question, and how to answer it for yourself. If you catch yourself looking around to see how you and your teens are measuring up, this episode is for you! To learn more, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 145. Arguing With Your Teen | 10 Jan 2023 | 00:33:13 | |
A common struggle that parents come to me with is fighting in their home. "Why does everything have to be an argument?!?" It's a great question, and In this episode of Pivot Parenting I explain why there is so much fighting and what you can do about it. I'll give you specific tools to diffuse situations before they get out of hand, and how to de-escalate the fighting if it's already blown up. If you're wanting a less contentious home, this episode is a must listen. To learn more about parenting, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 144. How Parents Objectify Their Kids | 03 Jan 2023 | 00:38:46 | |
When you hear the word, objectification, it's usually interpreted in a sexual way, and generally pertaining to women. Surely this happens, but it's not the only way that one human can objectify another. I see objectification happen all the time in parenting. Parents often see their children as an extension of themselves, with little regard for their child as an autonomous individual. Once objectification is happening, it is easy to justify further unkind behavior, and it snow balls from there. Listen in, and you may be surprised by sneaky ways that your brain is objectifying your child. Often times, awareness is all that it takes to never repeat something, but never fear, I'll walk you through the whole process of how to pivot your beliefs and actions so that if you are objectifying your teen in some way, it won't ever happen again. To learn more about parenting your teen, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 143. How The Grinch Got It Right | 27 Dec 2022 | 00:16:32 | |
A most beloved Christmas story is that of the Grinch stealing Christmas. He makes some extreme changes in a very short amount of time, and they can be applied to parenting, yay! So of course I had to do a Christmas episode on it. Listen in as I break down where the Grinch missed the mark and how he so gracefully self corrected. I've got a simple 4 step process for you to be able to do the same if you are feeling a bit "grinchy" in your relationship with your teen. To learn more about parenting your teen, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 259. How to Help Your Teen When Their Life is "OVER" | 18 Mar 2025 | 00:22:44 | |
When your teen dramatically declares their life is “over”, it can feel impossible to know what to say or do. Should you fix it? Downplay it? Toughen them up? In this episode, we’re diving into what’s really happening developmentally when your teen spirals, why their emotions feel so intense, and how your response plays a powerful role in shaping their mental resilience. You’ll learn practical tools to soothe their big emotions, model emotional regulation, and shift from “You just don’t get it” eye-rolls to deeper connection and understanding. You’ll walk away equipped to comfort your teen without rescuing, teach resilience without lecturing, and influence their perspective in a way that builds trust and strengthens your bond—no matter how big their drama feels in the moment. Because their life isn’t actually over—but your opportunity to guide and empower them is just beginning. Ready to feel more confident and connected in your parenting? Book a free call and let’s talk about what’s possible for your family.
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| 141. Impertinent Questions about Your Teen | 13 Dec 2022 | 00:26:40 | |
As a parent, your parents, friends and peers ask about your teen. What they're up to, who they're dating, what will happen after college. It's all fine until it's not. Everyone has that family member, every neighborhood has that person. The one that you don't want to find out whatever is happening because you don't want to have that conversation. I get it, and I am here to help. Listen in as I explain why this happens and what to do about it. You don't ever have to face the impertinent questions again, if you don't want to! To learn more about parenting your teen, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 140. Successful Motherhood with Depression, with Special Guest, Britt Larsen | 06 Dec 2022 | 00:46:31 | |
"You are not broken." Britt wants this tattooed to her forehead. Listen in as she and I discuss how it's possible to not only overcome lifelong depression and anxiety, but turn them into superpowers. Britt keeps it real as she shares her experiences as both a mother with mental health challenges, and as the teen who overcame dark headspaces, what she has found helpful in her journey, and hope for you and your family if you're experiencing depression and anxiety in your home. A message from my guest, Britt Larsen: As a communications executive, I know what it takes to build a career you love and are proud of. I love being a career coach because my years of management experience are put to good use as I help others enjoy their jobs! We're redefining what it means to be a career woman, together. We focus on the work and don't get caught up in unimportant gossip... because girls gossip, women work. You can find Britt at her website, www.livlyhood.com Instagram and FB, @livlyhood LinkedIn, Brittany Larsen | |||
| 139. Nothing in Common with Your Teen | 29 Nov 2022 | 00:22:35 | |
We hold our babies in our arms and picture teaching them all of our favorite things... and they love it! We imagine having deep conversations, fun adventures, and holding the same views of religion, politics, and movies. Some parents get this fantasy, others do not. Many parents I meet have broken hearts over the lack of similarity with their kids. Here's the truth: I can't make your kid like what you like. If anyone had the best chance of that, it would be you, and I'm guessing you've already tried everything with little to no success. The good news is, there is another approach! Listen in, as I break down how to connect and have fun with your teen and their unfamiliar interests. To learn more, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 138. Unexpected Gratitude | 22 Nov 2022 | 00:31:50 | |
It's easy to think of things we like that we're grateful for, but what about everything else? This Thanksgiving episode is all about being grateful for the things that we may dislike at first glance. Listen in and see if you can find more to be grateful for in your parenting and life. To learn more about parenting your teen, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 137. The Four Skill Levels of Parenting | 15 Nov 2022 | 00:33:50 | |
Not all parenting is created equal. No parent is completely one way or another. Listen in as I explain my findings on how most parenting presents in any given situation. Awareness is the first step in creating change. Are you ready? | |||
| 136. Being Present, with Special Guest, Lindsay Poelman | 08 Nov 2022 | 00:47:43 | |
A common self judgement that I hear from parents is their lack of being present with the family. They can't tune in when their kid is talking, they withdraw from social settings, they see their brain off in the weeds and get really frustrated. It happens too often, they don't know what is happening or how to make it stop, and it's taking a toll. In this episode, Lindsay and I break down the what, why, and how to change this pattern and connect with your teens like never before. About my guest: Lindsay Poelman trains coaches to become trauma informed. After going through her own betrayal trauma 7 years ago--while simultaneously supporting her husband through his recovery from non-functioning anxiety and depression, betrayal trauma, and in his recovery as a victim of childhood sexual abuse, she became so passionate about the resources she found to support herself that she left her career in public and derivative accounting to become a life coach. After seeking additional training and working with women in trauma for over 4 years, she now trains coaches to do the same—so that they too can provide the deep and safe healing possible for clients across the board who have experienced trauma. She is currently running a Relationship Trauma Certification Program for Coaches with a fellow trauma therapist. She has a vision of the whole world being trauma-informed in order to better support personal healing, clients, and courageous people who reach out to families, clergy, and friends for help after being victimized. She also created an online group program for "Women whose husbands look at pornography and want to find peace and safety whether he has stopped, is stopping, or not stopping looking." Her most recent online group program is one for women seeking to lessen the dissonance between women, feminism, and religion. Lindsay currently lives in the south of France with her husband and three children. Her husband used to work as a dentist, and is now a life coach for men who want to stop looking at porn. She loves the sun, the sea, French cuisine, being outside in nature, Mary Magdalene, traveling, and more. She sometimes says that if she came back in another life she'd be a tour guide because she loves exploring with people she loves. You can find her at lindsaypoelmancoaching.com and on instagram @lindsaypoelmancoaching | |||
| 135. Parenting From Toxic Safety | 01 Nov 2022 | 00:34:39 | |
If you're doing your best, but fear is never far from you- If you are nit-picking yourself and your kids- If you know that something's got to give, but can't seem to get there- ...then this episode is for you, and with so much love! To learn more about parenting your teen, please visit heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 134. Parenting Through a Divorce | 25 Oct 2022 | 00:34:33 | |
If you know, you know. Parenting and divorce come with their own specific set of struggles. Tune in as I break it down for those going through a divorce, or those who want to support a loved one going through divorce. To learn more about parenting, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 133. Inherent Identity Lifestyle, with Special Guest Tyson Bradley | 18 Oct 2022 | 01:03:14 | |
In today's episode, I chat with my mentor, coach, and friend, Tyson Bradley. We discuss self concept as a parent, how to gain desirable qualities with ease and efficiency, and how to tell the difference between what is relevant to that process and what you can let go of. If you're looking to become a better version of yourself, this episode is for you! About my guest: Tyson Bradley is a father, husband, author, and life coach. He believes in Christ and our ability to see ourselves through His eyes to become our true, inherent self. You can find Tyson on Instagram @tysonbradleycoaching, get his inherent identity process at https://www.inherentidentity.com/ii and you can find his podcast, Inherent Identity, on your favorite podcast platform. To learn more about working with me, please visit heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 132. The Root of All Parenting Struggles | 11 Oct 2022 | 00:33:13 | |
The other day I was meeting with a prospective client for the first time. The issue at hand was readily apparent. I know this because I suffered from the same issue years ago, and many of my current clients have the same struggles. It is most basic and human. Listen in to learn how you might be part of the majority, and what to do about it if you are. To learn more about working with me, please visit heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 258. How To Talk With Your Teen About Dating and Relationships (w/o it being awkward) | 11 Mar 2025 | 00:26:47 | |
If the thought of talking to your teen about dating makes you cringe, you’re not alone—but it doesn’t have to be that way. In this episode, I’m sharing what actually works when it comes to having meaningful, non-awkward conversations with your teen about relationships, boundaries, and emotional safety. We’ll cover two key points:
Your teen is learning about love, connection, and relationships, whether you're part of the conversation or not. Let’s make sure they’re getting the right guidance. Book a free 45-minute Peaceful Parenting Call, and we’ll create a custom plan to strengthen your relationship and help you navigate these important talks with confidence. Schedule your call here.
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| 131. It Takes a Village | 04 Oct 2022 | 00:27:55 | |
It's easy to get upset when your teen turns to other adults with their listening ears, while discounting all of your wisdom. This doesn't have to be a problem and you haven't failed. Let's talk it out. To learn more about parenting, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com. | |||
| 130. Dealing with It | 27 Sep 2022 | 00:42:40 | |
We get what we get, but we can throw a fit! Or avoid, or talk it out, or go for a run, or turn to food, alcohol, instagram, shopping, porn, etc. In parenting, things happen. Some of these things are around us, like school and jobs. Some are people we have relationships with, like our spouse, kids, our parents and siblings… they sometimes like to have opinions and desires that don't align with our own. It is almost certain that there are times when we might want to throw a fit… so now what? How you deal with it directly impacts what you get. Listen in as I break it down for you. To learn more about parenting, please visit me at heatherfrazier.com | |||
| 129. When Husbands aren't into Coaching, with Special Guest, Glenn Lovelace | 20 Sep 2022 | 00:59:12 | |
In today's episode, Glenn and I discuss all things husbands and coaching. Glenn gives practical advice for wives who have found coaching and love it, but they can't get their husbands on board. There's a lot more nuance than you'd think, and we go over all of it. If you're loving the skills you're learning, but your spouse isn't so sure, this is a must listen episode. About my guest: Glenn coaches men whose wives have transformed from coaching. You can find him at his website, glennlovelace.com and instagram @itsyourwingman Glenn wants to share with you the first 5 tips and strategies to help your husband be more open to coaching, you can text him "gals only" at 385-269-8011 for the free download. | |||