• 272. "Safe" Parenting
    Jun 17 2025

    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:

    • The 2 main types of fear that shape parenting (and the one question that will tell you the difference)

    • How “safe” parenting can actually feel unsafe to your teen

    • Why overprotection and overreaction erode trust—and what builds it instead

    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

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    30 m
  • 271. Learning With Your Daughter to Love Your Body, with Kerrie Nygard
    Jun 10 2025

    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:

    • 3 myths that keep parents stuck in body shame

    • The subtle (but damaging) things we say around food and bodies—and what to say instead

    • 3 practical ways to create a more respectful, loving relationship with your body

    • How to raise body-confident kids without passing down your own insecurities

    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/
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    32 m
  • 270. When (adult) Kids go "No Contact" with a Parent
    Jun 3 2025

    It’s one of the most heartbreaking things a parent can face—when your grown child cuts off communication. In this episode, we explore why this happens, what parents can do about it, and how perfectionism and performance-based love often push the very people we want to keep close... away. I’ll share the surprising truth about what God never asked parents to carry, how to untangle what’s yours from what’s theirs, and how to shift from “being a good parent” to being a safe one.

    If you’re grieving a fractured relationship or walking on eggshells, this is your invitation to heal—for your sake and theirs.


    Book a free Peaceful Parenting call and let’s change the future of your family, starting today.

    The presentation I reference by Adam Miller in this episode can be found HERE

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  • 269. When You Think Their Future is Doomed, with Casie Fariello
    May 27 2025

    Ever find yourself spiraling about your teen’s future—wondering if they’ll ever graduate, get a job, or not end up living in your basement forever? In this powerful episode with Casie Fariello, we get real about what happens when our fears blow things out of proportion. Casie shares her raw, honest parenting journey—navigating everything from school refusal and addiction to unconventional paths that still led her kids to success (on their own terms).

    We talk about:

    • Why “normal” milestones aren’t the only markers of success

    • How fear and embarrassment isolate parents (and what to do instead)

    • The reality of parenting teens who struggle—and why it’s okay not to have all the answers

    • How to find hope even when everything looks off-track

    If you’re exhausted from trying to “fix” your teen’s future—or terrified you’re missing something big—this conversation will remind you: it’s not too late, and you’re not alone.

    ✨ Ready for a parenting approach that brings more peace (even in the messy middle)? Book your free Peaceful Parenting Strategy Call here.

    About my guest: Casie Fariello, a visionary leader and co-founder of Other Parents Like Me, Inc. (OPLM), brings over 26 years of dedicated experience in the airline industry and a commitment to mental health advocacy to her role. Casie oversees the organization's strategic mission to provide supportive resources, education, and community for parents whose children face mental health challenges. Driven by her personal journey and extensive background, Casie has shaped OPLM into a transformative platform offering daily support sessions, expert speaker talks, and resources to families nationwide. You can find Casie here: https://oplm.com/
    https://www.instagram.com/otherparentslikeme/
    https://www.facebook.com/otherparentslikeme/
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  • 268. Teens and Device Dependency, with Will Kirsop
    May 20 2025

    We all know screens are a huge part of teen life—but how much is too much? In this episode, I’m joined by coach and teen expert Will Kirsop to tackle one of parents’ biggest concerns: device dependency. We unpack the real stats (brace yourself), the brain science behind why tech is so addictive, and how screens are impacting your teen emotionally, socially, and physically.

    But don’t worry—this isn’t your typical doom-and-gloom chat. We explore practical strategies to help your teen build a healthier relationship with tech, model better habits yourself (gulp), and navigate the pushback when you set boundaries. Whether your teen is glued to TikTok or gaming till midnight, this episode will leave you feeling informed, empowered, and ready to reset the balance at home.

    Need personalized help with screen time (or any other parenting battle)? Book your free Peaceful Parenting Strategy Call HERE.

    About my guest: Will Kirsop is an education leader and the founder of Many Roads, where he coaches teenagers to discover their purpose and thrive.
    With a background spanning education, psychology, and business, Will saw a gap in how young people are supported in discovering their unique path. His coaching blends evidence-based methodologies, behavioural and cognitive psychology, appreciative inquiry, and real-world strategy to help teens build confidence and direction for their future. Will has worked with teens from a dozen countries across a broad spectrum—from neurodiverse students to top performers competing on the world stage.
    Will holds a Commerce degree from the University of Sydney and a Psychology degree from Swinburne University, where he was awarded the 2024 University Medal as the top undergraduate student across the entire university. He also completed Executive Education at UC Berkeley. An avid surfer, meditator, and lifelong learner, he is passionate about leveraging his professional and life experiences to help students navigate purpose, career planning and wellbeing.

    You can find WIll at: manyroads.co
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  • 267. Black and White Thinking in Parenting
    May 13 2025

    Ever catch yourself thinking, *“I’m either a good parent or a bad one”... or, “My teen is either respectful or totally out of control”? That’s black-and-white thinking—and it sneaks into parenting more than we realize.

    In this episode, we dig into how rigid, all-or-nothing thoughts keep us stuck in guilt, frustration, and power struggles. You’ll learn:

    • How black-and-white thinking shows up (even when you don’t realize it)

    • Why it makes parenting feel so much harder

    • The simple mindset shift that opens the door to peace, patience, and real progress

    If you’re exhausted from the pressure to be “perfect” or feeling like you always mess it up—this one’s for you.

    Want personalized help shifting out of black-and-white traps? Book your free Peaceful Parenting Strategy Call here. Let’s get you out of the extremes—and into a parenting style that actually works.

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    24 m
  • 266. Your Teen Doesn't Need to be "Fixed"- They Need This...
    May 6 2025

    Your teen is moody, dramatic, needy, and constantly fishing for validation. One minute they want you to help… the next, they’re shutting you out. They’re one person at home, someone else at school, and you're just trying to figure out who the heck they actually are.

    If you’ve ever felt like your teen is a walking tornado of insecurity, pressure, and mixed signals—and you're the one stuck holding it all together—this episode is for you.

    We talk about:

    • Why your teen’s “crazy” behavior isn’t about being broken

    • The hidden needs behind their outbursts, shifts, and social shape-shifting

    • The one thing they really want from you—even when they act like they don’t

    Because your teen doesn’t need to be fixed.
    They need to feel safe. Seen. Loved as they are.

    If you’re tired of second-guessing every response and walking on emotional landmines, let’s change that. Book your free Peaceful Parenting Strategy Call here.
    Let’s rebuild trust—and your sanity—one conversation at a time.

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    21 m
  • 265. When Your Teen Expects You to Make Them Happy (and we believe it)
    Apr 29 2025

    If your teen is sad, bored, heartbroken, or frustrated—and you instantly shift into problem-solving mode—this episode is for you.

    In today’s conversation, we’re talking about a trap so many loving parents fall into: believing it’s our job to keep our teens happy. Whether it’s emailing teachers, calling their friend’s mom after a disagreement, offering shopping trips to soothe a breakup, or trying to fix boredom with entertainment—many parents overfunction emotionally, thinking they’re being helpful. But here’s the truth: trying to manage your teen’s emotions not only burns you out, it also sends them the message that they can’t handle life on their own.

    You’ll learn:

    • Why your teen’s hard emotions aren’t a sign you’ve failed

    • How to stop rescuing and start strengthening their emotional resilience

    • The surprising way your love and guilt might be enabling helplessness

    • And how to hold space without trying to “make it better”

    ✨ Ready to parent with calm, clarity, and real connection—even when your teen is struggling? Book your free Peaceful Parenting Strategy Call here. You don’t have to do this alone—and your teen doesn’t need you to fix everything to thrive.

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    24 m
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