This is going to be FUN: enjoy parenting teens: Recent Episodes
Jen Tate
Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard...in fact, it can be a whole lot of FUN! Learn simple ideas to make life with teenagers easier so you can stop surviving the teen years and start enjoying them!
Jen is a certified parenting coach and mom of 6 who is passionate about raising emotionally healthy teens with strong values. She loves to help moms connect with their teens and make the most of the time they have together.
Want more help from Jen? Join the ENJOY community for immediate access to deep-dive workshops, bonus content and personalized coaching. Get all the details and more free parenting resources at jenbelltate.com.
Does your teen seem to know EXACTLY how to push your buttons? This episode will help you know what to do the next time your teen triggers you.
Learn the three magic questions that will help you figure out the real trigger so you can make rational decisions instead of just flying off the handle.
Your answers to these questions will help you break the trigger cycle and be intentional about how you respond.
Ready for More?
- Brand new content is available all summer long in the ENJOY Parenting Community. Join now to get instant access to live workshops and classes, support and practical parenting tips and strategies to make parenting teens easier!
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Stop saying NO to your teen and learn 4 simple ways to turn a "No" into a "YES" without being a pushover!
What most parents don't realize is that when you say YES more often, your NO actually becomes more impactful.
Plus, the simple tips in this episode will help you say YES without sacrificing your values, your teen’s safety OR your relationship with your teen.
If you really want to end power struggles, enhance connection and have more influence with your teen, join the ENJOY community today.
Ready for More?
- Brand new content is available all summer long in the ENJOY Parenting Community. Join now to get instant access to live workshops and classes, support and practical parenting tips and strategies to make parenting teens easier!
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
In celebration of the 100th episode of "this is going to be fun" we dive into a key ingredient that has been crucial both to the success of this podcast and to parenting—consistency. You will love exploring this fun analogy between piñatas and parenting for a fresh perspective on consistency.
Discover the importance of continuing to show up for your teen, even when it seems like nothing you do is making a difference. Parenting gets more challenging as our kids get older and we explore how you can make sure you are up to the challenge.
The reward of a connected relationship with your teen is worth all the effort required. In fact, it often feels even sweeter because of the effort required!
Full Show Notes at https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/importance-of-consistency
Mentioned on the Show:
- Brand new content is available all summer long in the ENJOY Parenting Community. Join now to get instant access to live workshops and classes, support and practical parenting tips and strategies to make parenting teens easier!
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Finals week is stressful for teens, which means it is also stressful for the moms of those teens. This episode will teach you how to help an overwhelmed teenager in 5 simple steps you can try today.
Everyone handles stress differently, and there are some sneaky ways it shows up in teenagers. Learn the different clues you can watch for so you know when the stress is more than they can handle on their own.
Follow the 5 practical tips in this episode to help your teenager cope with all the stuff on their plate so they can face finals week - or any other stressful event - with confidence!
Full Show Notes at https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/how-to-help-an-overwhelmed-teenager
Mentioned on the Show:
- Get my free Processing Emotions mini-course to learn how to help your teen process their emotions in their body
- Listen to episode 64 to learn how to stay calm and be a thermostat, not a thermometer
- Listen to episode 97 for help reinforcing your teen's worth separate from their performance
- Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier!
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Navigating the world of teens and social media can feel like an impossible balancing act! Trying to find the balance between keeping your teens safe on social media and not suffocating them with restrictions is a daily struggle for parents everywhere!
In this episode, you'll learn why parenting from fear isn't the answer and offer a fresh new perspective on teens and social media. You will learn how to approach social media from a whole new angle so you can stop fighting with your teen about it!
This approach will help you bridge the gap between your teen's need for autonomy and your desire to keep them safe. Are you ready to end the power struggles over social media in your home? Listen now.
Full show notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/teens-and-social-media
Mentioned on the Show:
- Get my free Processing Emotions mini-course to learn the skill you need to stay calm - even when you feel like freaking out.
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier!
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
We are currently facing an epidemic of low self-esteem in teenagers and it is more important than ever that we build their confidence and sense of self worth at home. Our teens are bombarded with messages everywhere they turn about how they should be different than they are, so it can be tricky to raise secure teens who know their worth.
In this episode, we talk about one of the surprising places our teens are getting these self-esteem damaging messages and what we can do about it! You will see your teen through a whole new lens that will help you build their confidence.
I'll also share how my experience working with parents just like you, has uncovered a crucial first step in helping our teens with their self esteem and give you something tangible to start doing today!
Despite the challenges we face in raising teens who are secure in who they are, this episode offers HOPE that your efforts CAN make a difference!
Full Show Notes at: www.jenbelltate.com/blog/low-self-esteem-in-teenagers
Mentioned on the Show:
- Get my free Processing Emotions mini-course to learn the skill you need to stay calm when your teen isn’t.
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier!
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Sharing the top 19 parenting lessons to help you in your parenting journey! Since becoming a mom 19 years ago, I have learned SOOOO much. But of everything I have learned, these 19 parenting lessons have been essential in helping me enjoy the teen years more than I could have ever imagined.
The 19 parenting lessons include everything from the power of fun and saying yes more often to the meaning of bad behavior and your role as a mom. The teen years are fleeting, and these lessons will you make the most of the time you have.
I hope this episode inspires you with lots of tangible ideas you can apply in your own parenting and gives you encouragement and hope to keep going! But don't forget to reflect on the parenting lessons that you have learned from your own journey!
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/parenting-lessons
Mentioned on the Show:
- Check out this podcast episode to learn how to turn your no's into yes's.
- This free Processing Emotions mini-course will help you welcome ALL of your teen's emotions.
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to learn how to make the most of the teen years!
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
You know what mom guilt is, but do you know what Mom Grief is? As your teen changes, evolves and grows up it is normal to experience grief as they transition through different stages. With each new stage, your teen outgrows an earlier version of themselves - usually one you have learned to love and cherish!
It is only natural that you would have to grieve that loss, but so often we try to shrug it off and wonder what is wrong with us. If we can learn how to embrace it instead, we can recognize grief as a normal, even necessary, part of parenting.
Discover the overlooked times when you might experience mom grief and learn the 3 simple steps for using grief as a tool to move you forward in your parenting journey.
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/mom-guilt
Mentioned on the Show:
- Get my free Processing Emotions mini-course to learn how to process grief.
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier!
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Does your family have established rules for teenage dating? This episode offers a fresh perspective on the goals of dating during the teen years and how to keep your teen safe!
Learning how to navigate romantic relationships is an important part of the teen experience, but it can feel like scary uncharted territory for parents. Use the ideas in this episode to help you empower your teen to set healthy boundaries in their dating relationships now and after they leave home.
Make sure you discuss the practical dating safety tips at the end of the episode with your teen to set them up for success and make their dating experience a whole lot more fun!
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/rules-for-teenage-dating
Mentioned on the Show:
- My girls carry this cute pepper spray on their keychains - replace it every 1-2 years
- Get instant access to the Boundaries in Parenting Workshop mentioned in this episode (and so much more) when you join the ENJOY Coaching Community.
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Do you know who you truly are? Does your teen? Discover a whole new way to see your teen inspired by Disney's Moana.
In this episode we discuss the parenting lessons you can learn from Moana, Maui and even Te Ka. Discover which approach works best with teens and start implementing it today.
Even when your teen is hurling fireballs and acting like a full-fledged lava monster, there is always more to the story and it is your job to figure out what that is. If you need help decoding your teen's behavior, join me inside of ENJOY.
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/who-you-truly-are
Mentioned on the Show* Disney's Moana (affiliate link) * Get my free Processing Emotions mini-course to learn the skill you need to stay calm when your teen isn’t. * Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier! * Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to continue this conversation * Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Do you feel exhausted and drained all the time? You might be carrying an invisible backpack every day - not one filled with books or essentials, but weighed down with bottled-up emotions.
No matter how good you are at masking or ignoring your emotions, you can't fool your own body, and it will keep the score. Unprocessed emotions take a physical and psychological toll on us and the same is true for our teens.
Learn how to empty your emotional backpack and help your teen develop a healthy relationship with their emotions. Grab the free Processing Emotions mini-course mentioned in the episode so you can start to feel lighter, more energized and more alive!
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/emotional-backpack
Mentioned on the Show:
- Get my free Processing Emotions mini-course to learn how to unload your heavy emotional backpack
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier!
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Is your teen always testing the limits and pushing boundaries? You are not alone! This is a common challenge during the teen yers and can leave you frustrated and ready to throw in the towel.
This episode will help you strike the balance between allowing your teen the independence they are craving and enforcing limits for their safety and well-being.
We explore why teens are constantly testing boundaries and how consistency, patience and understanding can save your sanity! Learn 3 secrets to making sure your teen learns the important stuff, even in the face of defiance.
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/testing-the-limits
Mentioned on the Show:
- Get my free Processing Emotions mini-course to learn the skill you need to stay calm when your teen isn’t.
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier!
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Learn the teen depression red flags every parent needs to know while raising kids who are facing today's mental health epidemic.
Discover one simple, practical thing you can do TODAY to open up the lines of communication with your teen about mental health challenges. Equip your teenager with a life-saving resource so they have it if and when they need it.
If you think your teen's mental health is struggling right now, don't wait to reach out to your doctor or another licensed mental health profession for help.
Even when your teen is getting the professional help they need, you are the one at home on the front lines with them every day! This episode shares a few things you can do to support your teen including getting the support you need to face the challenges head on.
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/teens-and-depression
Mentioned on the Show:
- Crisis Line: 988
- Get my free Processing Emotions mini-course to learn the skill you need to stay calm when your teen isn’t.
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier!
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Does your teen make you mad? This episode reveals what is REALLY making you mad and explains why you get so angry with your teenager. Get ready to see things from a whole new perspective!
Dive into an enlightening exploration of how we, as humans, give meaning to words and why we aren't as perceptive as might think.
This episode challenges conventional ideas and empowers parents to stop feeling like their teen's emotional punching bag. This perspective shift will reduce conflict between you and your teen and improve your relationships with everyone in your life!
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/why-do-i-get-so-angry-at-my-teen
Mentioned on the Show:
- Get my free Processing Emotions mini-course to learn the skill you need to stay calm when your teen isn’t.
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier!
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Contrary to popular belief, words can hurt...and they often do. Teenagers are especially susceptible to the impact of what other people say to them and about them and those words can have a lasting effect.
In this episode, we explore how words have the power to shape our self-esteem, influence our actions, and even dictate the way we present ourselves to the world.
Discover how words spoken years ago might still be impacting the things you do and say every single day...and even the way you parent.
Learn why it is so important to uncover the wounding words that are shaping your behavior. Make sure you try the simple ideas in this episode to reclaim your power from the words that have been holding you hostage and empower your teen to do the same.
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/words-can-hurt
Mentioned on the Show:
- Need help uncovering the words that are holding you hostage? I would love to help. Schedule a free strategy session with me today.
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier!
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Your teen's big emotions can leave you feeling like you can't do anything right, but this episode will crack the code on teenage meltdowns for good. Discover the science behind teenage tantrums and how you might be making things worse without meaning to.
Tune in to the end to uncover practical strategies you can try next time your teen has a meltdown. These 4 simple tips will help you diffuse the situation and help your teen learn to navigate their big emotions.
These strategies are not just about managing the moment, but about building a deeper understanding and connection that might decrease the number of teenage meltdowns you encounter.
Want more help understanding your teenager or applying these tips in your family? Join the ENJOY Coaching Community for instant access to personalized help and a library of resources to go even deeper.
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/Teenage-Meltdown
Mentioned on the Show:
- Get my free Processing Emotions mini-course to learn the essential skill you need to stay calm when your teen isn’t.
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier!
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
It is pretty common for parents to get blamed for everything that goes wrong in their teen's life - warranted or not. But what if I told you that sometimes, encouraging your teen to blame you might actually be beneficial for them?
Discover when (and why) it makes sense to encourage your teen to let you take the blame. This episode explains why your teen might have a hard time advocating for themselves and how you can make it easier for them to make good choices.
Explore a few proactive ways you can encourage independence and set your teen up for success navigating challenges on their own. These simple tips will help you build trust with your teen and make sure they know you have their back.
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/get-blamed-for-everything
Mentioned on the Show:
- Get my free Processing Emotions mini-course to learn the skill you need to stay calm when you are freaking out inside.
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier!
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Most parents think they want a happy teenager, but your teen will actually be better off if they aren't happy all the time. Overcoming challenges doesn't just help your teen learn and grow, it can also have a positive impact on the quality of your relationship with them.
Your teen won't be happy all the time and the more comfortable you get with that, the better you will be able to help and support them as they navigate the ups and downs of the teen years.
As you support your teen in experiencing the whole spectrum of human emotions, you will build a relationship of trust, connection and love.
Find out which essential skills you need to support your teen in building their emotional resilience and make sure to download the free Processing Emotions Mini-Class.
Join the ENJOY parenting community for more support learning and applying the parenting strategies in this episode.
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/happy-teenager
Mentioned on the Show* Get my free Processing Emotions mini-course to learn the skill you need to stay calm when your teen isn’t. * Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier! * Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to continue this conversation * Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Equal Airtime is a powerful parenting technique for worriers and anyone raising teens.
Learn how to use this simple technique to balance out your worries and set your teen up for better outcomes. Simply considering more positive outcomes can widen your perspective and help you make better parenting decisions.
Discover the incredible power of your thoughts in creating your reality so you can avoid letting this natural law work to your disadvantage.
And don't miss the 3 simple questions to ask yourself whenever you start to worry about the worst-case scenario.
Sick and tired of worrying all the time? Join my ENJOY community to get instant access to a mini-course with even more tools and techniques to help you manage your anxiety and worries in healthy ways. Have an anxious teen? These same tools can help them too.
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/worry-solution
Mentioned on the Show* Get my free Processing Emotions mini-course to learn the skill you need to stay calm when your teen isn’t. * Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier! * Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to continue this conversation * Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Discover the emotional support animal benefits that could improve your teen's mental health. Anxiety and depression are at an all-time high among teens and you need to know about all the options available to support your teen's mental health.
Emotional support and service animals can be a game-changer for teens who experience neurodivergence or mental health challenges. Could it be a good option for your teen?
This episode will introduce you to the world of service and emotional support animals and give you all the info you need to determine whether it is a good option for your family.
You will discover all the benefits of animals for your teen's mental and physical health and the process for getting a support animal of your own.
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/emotional-support-animal-benefits
Mentioned on the Show:
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier!
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Raising teenagers is a lot like training a dog. It requires patience, understanding, and sometimes giving a little more slack in the leash.
This metaphor, inspired by our 8-week-old puppy, will help you understand the importance of giving your teen space to explore and make mistakes while keeping them safe.
Discover the perfect balance of holding on and letting go and how it will set you and your teen up for more connection and trust now and throughout their lives.
Want help figuring out that balance with your teen? Check out ENJOY - my community for moms of teens - where I can help you make parenting adjustments in real-time as your teen matures.
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/more-slack
Mentioned on the Show* Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier! * Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to continue this conversation * Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
What's your parenting vibe? Teenagers are all about the "vibe" these days and knowing your vibe could make meaningful connection easier.
Just like movies have music that sets the tone for what is happening, your vibe, sets the tone in your life and relationships. Most people don't realize it, but your vibe sets the stage for the interactions you have with your teenager more than anything you say or do.
This episode will help you do a "vibe check" in 3 essential areas and make adjustments as needed. It will open your mind to the subconscious cues you are giving and receiving in your relationships.
All the parenting tips in the world won't help if your vibe is off. This process will help you align your internal soundtrack with the life you are trying to create.
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/parenting-vibe
Mentioned on the Show* Not getting my weekly emails? You are missing out on so much parenting gold! Click here to get on the list. * Need help changing your vibe? Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get personalized support from me. * Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to continue this conversation * Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
"How do I get my teenager to....?"
This is the most common question I get from parents!
And while I wish I could tell you the magic words to say or the magic consequence that will keep them out of danger or the magic reward that will motivate them, there is no magic parenting trick!
BUT, there is one thing that I find has the MOST power in getting your teen to do whatever it is you want them to do. It is the most effective - yet underused - parenting strategy I have found.
Find out what it is and how you can use it to get more cooperation from your teen! And the best part is - it is so much more enjoyable and fulfilling to parent when this is your focus!
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/the-most-underused-parenting-skill
Mentioned on the Show:
- Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier!
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Check out the 3 simple phone rules every family needs to keep their teen safe and help them develop healthy tech habits.
Every parent I know (including me) struggles with how to manage their teen's screen time. These 3 simple cell phone rules are exactly what I recommend AND what we do at our house.
This episode outlines a whole new approach to teens and technology that will end cell phone battles and help you teach your teen how to use their cell phone as a powerful tool instead of letting it take over their life.
This was the most downloaded episode of 2023 and the start of a new year is the perfect time to implement these rules with your family. Make 2024 the year you end the cell phone fights with your teen!
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/phone-rules
Mentioned on the Show:
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Want more support navigating cell phones with your teen? I'd love to be your coach! Join the ENJOY community or work with me 1:1.
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Use this simple tool to look for "glimmers" and experience more peace, joy and love!
✨"Glimmer" is Deb Dana's term for a micro-moment of joy - the exact opposite of a trigger.
This simple practice can rewire your brain, help regulate your nervous system and help you see things in a more positive light.
This episode will help you find glimmers and make the most of them in 3 easy steps that even your teen can do.
Plus, find out how glimmers can impact your parenting and even improve your relationship with your teen. ✨
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/look-for-glimmers
Mentioned on the Show* Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to share your glimmers every week * Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier! * Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
If you want to be the best mom you can be, you have to learn to give yourself grace. This is especially true as life gets busier and stress-levels start to rise around the holidays.
Understanding and empathizing with your teen is essential for helping them grow into happy, emotionally healthy humans. And as important as it is to give our teens grace, it is just as important to extend that same gift of grace to yourself as a parent.
This episode offers encouragement and practical tools to help you extend the gift of grace to your teen AND yourself.
If you need more support becoming the intentional parent you so desperately want to be, join the ENJOY community where you can get the help you need no matter where you are in your parenting journey.
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/give-yourself-grace
Mentioned on the Show* Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier! * Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to continue this conversation * Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Happier holidays for teens and parents start with better expectations.
As the holiday season approaches, I’m revisiting a cherished episode from last December, filled with timeless wisdom that's just as relevant today. This episode isn't just a guide for the holidays; it's a compass for parenting throughout the year.
It is no secret that teens can have high expectations around the holidays. Discover simple ideas to help you navigate this challenge with understanding and grace for your teen and yourself.
If gift-giving stresses you out, this episode will help you see it in a whole new light and help you drop the pressure and obligation and rediscover the joy of giving gifts with love.
Plus you will learn how managing your own expectations can lead to a more rewarding experience this holiday season so you can experience the magic of Christmas, no matter the circumstances!
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/holidays-for-teens
Mentioned on the Show:
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to continue this conversation and get more resources for making holiday magic with your teens.
- Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier!
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Is your teen getting enough sleep? Discover the secrets to helping your teen catch those much-needed Z's! Learn the 3 things robbing your teen of rest, and what YOU can do about it.
Your teen needs 9.25 hours of sleep each night, but most only get 7. And the consequences are much longer-lasting than trying to get a cranky teen to school on time.
Learn practical, science-backed strategies to rework those nocturnal habits. Getting more sleep could result in better grades, safer driving, clearer skin and better mental health. Your teen's best self awaits, just one good night's sleep away! 🌟🛌
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/teen-getting-enough-sleep
Mentioned on the Show:* Check out the class on The Optimal Study/Sleep Schedule for Teens in ENJOY. * Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to continue this conversation * Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier! * Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
There is so much to appreciate about your teen! Learn how to show appreciation for them in meaningful ways.
Jen shares the things she is most grateful for about her teens in hopes that will inspire you to recognize how amazing your teen is too!
Try these 3 tips for showing appreciation to your teen today and unleash the power of gratitude in nurturing your teen's unique attributes.
Discover how simple acts of gratitude can create lasting bonds and transform your relationship with your teen.
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/how-to-show-appreciation-for-your-teen
Mentioned on the Show:
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier!
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Preparing for the unexpected parenting moments is key to keeping your cool in the hard moments.
In this episode you will learn simple tips to help you anticipate challenging conversations with your teen so you can respond with love and empathy – even in tough situations.
Discover how being ready for the worst-case scenarios can lead to a better relationship with your teen and a few common things that catch parents off-guard.
The ideas in this episode will keep you from looking back on the defining moments with regret and wishing you could have handled things differently.
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/preparing-for-the-unexpected
Mentioned on the Show:
- Get my free Processing Emotions mini-course to learn the skill you need to stay calm in the hardest moments.
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to ask questions and continue this conversation
- Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier!
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Discover the NUMBER ONE thing you can do to revolutionize your parenting and help your teen navigate the world of disappointment, frustration and big emotions.
Whether you have a neurodivergent teen or not, this episode is packed with simple strategies to deal with the challenges of raising teenagers!
Learn three questions you can ask to make your job easier AND help your teen develop the skill of emotional regulation.
Listen in as we explore the importance of allowing your teen to embrace their emotions fully and learn how validating their feelings can be more impactful than trying to change them.
If you enjoy this podcast, will you do me a favor? Share it with a friend or leave a rating or review. Let’s get this message to more parents who need these tools and perspectives during the teen years!
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/parenting-neurodivergent-and-adhd-teens
Listen to Part 1 at : https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/adhd-and-neurodivergent-teenagers
Mentioned on the Show:
- Get my free Processing Emotions mini-course to learn the skill you need to stay calm when your teen isn’t.
- Download the Executive Function Age Chart
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to continue this conversation
- Connect with Gemma on Facebook or Instagram
- Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier!
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This episode is especially for parents of highly sensitive, ADHD or neurodivergent teens, but if your teen doesn’t have a diagnosis, I promise there are plenty of golden nuggets in this episode for you too!
Emotional intelligence coach, Gemma Sharp shares an intriguing perspective on the unique aspects of a neurodivergent teen’s brain and behavior. With this expanded perspective, you can stop fighting against your teen’s biology and start using some of the simple strategies she recommends to help your teen succeed in school, friendships and family life.
And if you ever feel like your teen doesn’t “act their age”, the Executive Function Age chart download is going to blow your mind!
Stay tuned for part two of this eye-opening discussion to learn the most important thing parents can do to help their teens – neurodiverse or not!
Full Show Notes at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/adhd-and-neurodivergent-teenagers
Listen to Part 2 at: https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/parenting-neurodivergent-and-adhd-teens
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- Download the Executive Function Age Chart
- Join the free Teens are the Worst Facebook Group to continue this conversation
- Connect with Gemma on Facebook or Instagram
- Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard! Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now to get everything you need to make parenting teens easier!
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
We all wish our teenager came with an instruction manual, but did you know that you already have a manual for your teenager that is impacting the things you do and say and feel every single day?
While you might not even know this manual exists, it is actually the reason you get so annoyed, frustrated and offended by the things your teen does.
And the crazy part is – even if you gave your teen a copy of this manual and they wanted to follow it – they couldn’t do it if they tried!
Your teen needs you to set expectations and enforce consequences, but dropping this manual will improve your relationship with your teen and make you a much happier mom.
Let’s rewrite that manual together next month in ENJOY so you can end the frustration and enjoy the time you have with your teenager!
In this episode you will learn:
- What a “manual” is and how it was created
- How your manual is making you miserable and driving a wedge between you and your teen
- Why your teen couldn’t follow your manual even if they wanted to
- What you can do to drop the manual without letting your teen do whatever they want
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- The ENJOY Coaching Community is the instruction manual for parenting teens you have been searching for. Inside you will find everything you need to navigate the challenges of raising teens and have fun along the way!
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Get the full show notes and blog post here: https://jenbelltate.com/episode70/
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I am sure we all want to avoid becoming the stereotypical disappointed parent, but raising teenagers creates a perfect storm for experiencing disappointment!
Whether your teen makes choices you don’t agree with or they are experiencing the brunt of other people’s choices, disappointment is bound to be part of your parenting journey.
But disappointment can be a powerful tool to help you identify your core values, give ourselves and others grace and turn our challenges into beautiful lessons.
Discover the real reason you feel disappointed so often during the teen years and learn how to use it to make your relationship with your teen stronger than ever.
If you need help making disappointment work FOR you, join the ENJOY community and we can work through it together.
Get the full show notes and blog post here: https://jenbelltate.com/episode69/
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🤔 Ever wonder why your teenager seems to enjoy arguing with you? 🔍
Dive deep into why your teen has to argue about everything you say and how it is actually teaching them some pretty important stuff.
Learn how these disagreements, as maddening as they may seem, are preparing them for a life of independent thinking, finding their identity, and navigating the world confidently.
PLUS, discover 3 key strategies to cut the contention and get both of you what you really want! 🌟 Spoiler: It's not about winning the argument!
Listen now to unlock the secrets behind your teen's frequent debates and how to navigate them with grace. 💡
Continue this conversation with me over in my FREE Facebook Group Teens are NOT The Worst.
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- Ready to make parenting teens easier, more effective and more fun? Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now.
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Get the full show notes and blog post here: https://jenbelltate.com/episode68/
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Are you making these 4 TOXIC parenting mistakes commonly found in Facebook Support Groups for Parents of Teens? You might be surprised by how many you are making every single day!
Most parents do these things thinking they are helping them be a better parent, but they actually make parenting even HARDER than it already is!
Make sure you listen to the end to find out how to replace the toxic mistakes with strategies that will actually make parenting EASIER and help you get the support you need.
I just launched a brand new Facebook group called; “Teens are NOT the Worst” to be a safe haven for parents looking hope and solutions instead of complaining and bad advice. Find out what makes this group so special and why you definitely want to join!
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- Join the "Teens are NOT the Worst" Facebook page
- Wish you could push the RESET button on your relationship with your teen? Let me help you!
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Do you wish your teen was more confident? This conversation with Leslie Randolph (a self-confidence coah for teen girls) will help you discover the 4 essential traits of confident teenagers and how to help your teen develop them!
Every teen is brimming with potential. But how do they start believing in their capabilities, especially when the going gets tough?
Learn practical tips to help you nurture your teen’s confidence daily. Let's tap into the power of seeing strengths, praising efforts, and lovingly guiding our teens to be confident in their amazing selves!
Download Leslie’s Six Simple Steps to Help Your Teen Cultivate Confidence so you can start this transformative journey today!
Mentioned on the Show:
- Get instant access to personal help and even more resources to help you build your teen’s confidence: join the ENJOY Coaching Community now.
- Download Six Simple Steps to Help Your Teen Cultivate Confidence FREE
- Find Leslie on Instagram, Facebook or her Podcast
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
- Listen to 5 Tips for Raising Confident Teens
Get the full show notes and blog post here: https://jenbelltate.com/episode66/
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Uncover the characteristics that distinguish confident teens from the rest. Did you know confidence isn't just about genetics? It's a daily choice! ✨
Learn the first 2 characteristics of confident teens from Leslie Randolph, a self-confidence coach for teenage girls, and how YOU can help them develop those characteristics.
Plus discover why confidence is such a struggle for teens and what you can do nurture your teen’s "Bestie Brain." 🧠💖
If you have ever wondered how to help a teen with low self-esteem, this episode is going to shine a light on how much power you have to unlock their teen’s confidence and help them embrace their best self!
Don't forget to check back for part 2 to learn the final two characteristics of confident teens! ✌️
Mentioned on the Show:
- Get instant access to personal help and even more resources to help you build your teen’s confidence: join the ENJOY Coaching Community now.
- FREE Choose Self-Confidence Cheat Sheet for Teens
- Find Leslie on Instagram, Facebook or her Podcast
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
- Listen to 5 Tips for Raising Confident Teens
Get the full show notes and blog post here: https://jenbelltate.com/episode65/
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Want to know the key to teaching emotional regulation for teens? You need to be a thermostat, NOT a thermometer.
Find out how your reaction to your teen’s emotions can either fire things up or cool them down. 🌡️
Learn about the importance of co-regulation in teen years, why your emotional stability acts as a safety blanket for your teen, and hands-on strategies to master emotional regulation. 🧘♀️
✨Key Takeaways:
- The science behind why teens have such emotional swings and how you can help.
- The crucial difference between reacting like a thermometer versus regulating like a thermostat.
- Tips to process your emotions and why you shouldn't take your teen's outbursts personally.
- A sneaky trick to give yourself a quick breather during heated moments!
Want more support setting the right emotional temperature at home? 🏡❤️ Join the ENJOY community now so you can navigate your teen's emotional rollercoaster with ease.
Mentioned on the Show:
- Get the FREE Process Any Emotions Guide PDF and Video training
- Ready to learn even more easy ways to build your teen's emotional health? Join the ENJOY community or work with me 1:1
- Listen to this episode to learn more about your teen's emotional rollercoaster
- Let's continue this conversation over on Instagram and Facebook
Get the full show notes and blog post here: https://jenbelltate.com/episode64/
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Is "NO" your default with your teen? Dive into the magic of saying "YES" without being a pushover!
Learn when you should say NO and how saying YES more often actually makes your NO more impactful.
And discover the 4 P’s that will help you turn your NO into YES without sacrificing your values, your teen’s safety OR your relationship with your teen.
Do you want to end power struggles, enhance connection and have more influence with your teen? Join the ENJOY community to get help customizing these ideas to your teen.
Mentioned on the Show:
- Want to know the secrets that make parenting teens easier? I’m sharing 3 Secrets I think every mom of teens needs to know for FREE when you click here.
- Want help becoming the YES parent without being a pushover? Join the ENJOY community or work with me 1:1.
- Let's continue this conversation over on Instagram and Facebook
Get the full show notes and blog post here: https://jenbelltate.com/episode62/
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Stressed about setting teen cell phone rules? 📱
You're not alone! Navigating the world of technology with your teen can be a real challenge. But it doesn't have to be a battle.
Learn the 3 essential teen cell phone rules we have in our family to help them build healthy tech habits, stay safe online and avoid common pitfalls like teen phone addiction.
Your teen’s phone can be the gateway to independence, connection, learning and creativity. Let’s stop making cell phones the enemy and teach our teens how to use this powerful tool wisely.
Join me over on Instagram and let’s continue this conversation!
Mentioned on the Show:
- Want to know the secrets that make parenting teens easier? I’m sharing 3 Secrets I think every mom of teens needs to know for FREE when you click here.
- Want more support navigating cell phones with your teen? I'd love to be your coach! Join the ENJOY community or work with me 1:1.
- Let's continue this conversation over on Instagram and Facebook
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🚫Stop doing everything for your teen and start preparing them for the real world.
As much as you don’t want to think about your teen leaving the nest, learn why teaching independence EARLY is crucial!
Get expert tips for supporting your teen on their journey to independence and find out how to strike the balance between support and hands-off. 🌟
Plus a whole list of ideas for things to stop doing for your teen TODAY so they will be ready to take on the world!
Want to feel more confident that you are preparing your teen to be a successful, contributing adult? Join me inside the Enjoy community where I can support you every step of the way.
Mentioned on the Show:
- Want to know the secrets that make parenting teens easier? I’m sharing 3 Secrets I think every mom of teens needs to know for FREE when you click here.
- Want more support preeparing your teen to leave the nest? Join us in the ENJOY community!
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Get the full show notes and blog post here: https://jenbelltate.com/episode60/
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Want to set your teen up for school success? Most moms don’t know about this simple strategy that can make homework battles with your teen a thing of the past.
Motivating your teen to take responsibility for their school success doesn’t have to require nagging and lectures. Follow these 5 simple steps to get your teen excited about being more responsible!
Already have a star-student? This process works for any area where you want to teach your teen to be more responsible!
If you want help implementing this strategy with your teenimproving a damaged relationship with your teen, join my ENJOY community today and get immediate access to all the resources inside...plus personalized help from me.
Mentioned on the Show:
- Get access to the Family Councils Bonus training in the ENJOY Coaching Community now.
- Want to know the secrets that make parenting teens easier? I’m sharing 3 Secrets I think every mom of teens needs to know for FREE when you click here.
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Get the full show notes and blog post here: https://jenbelltate.com/episode59/
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Have you ever lost your cool with your teen and said or done something you immediately regretted? As much as it might feel like your relationship with your teen is beyond repair, it is not the end of the world.
Learn the 4 steps you can take to make ammends after a fight with your teen so you can make things right.
Not only will this process improve your relationship with your teen, but it teaches your teen important skills they will need to navigate challenges in future relationships. Making repairs after losing your cool is one of the best ways to create mutual love and understanding.
If you want help improving a damaged relationship with your teen, join my ENJOY community or schedule a FREE Parenting Strategy
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- Get the free Processing Emotions Guide
- Want to know the secrets that make parenting teens easier? I’m sharing 3 Secrets I think every mom of teens needs to know for FREE when you click here.
- Ready to make parenting teens easier, more effective and more fun? Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now.
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Get the full show notes and blog post here: https://jenbelltate.com/episode58/
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The start of a new school year is usually full of excitement and anticipation for our teens. But new schedules, teachers, friends and activities can also be really stressful for them.
If your teen seems more anxious, overwhelmed, snarky, angry or annoyed by everything, there is a good chance that they are stressed-out!
While you can’t do much to alleviate the causes of their stress, there are some things you can do to help. Try these 7 strategies to help your teen manage stress and help them learn healthy ways to cope with stress in the long run.
Want more ideas to help your teen manage stress? Join the ENJOY community and get instant access to all the resources inside.
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- Ready to make parenting teens easier, more effective and more fun? Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now.
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Get the full show notes and blog post here: https://jenbelltate.com/episode57/
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Discover the secret to loving your teenager in a whole new way. This episode has 10 practical ways to show your teen you love them and one simple shift that will keep you from driving your teen away every time you try to connect.
I’ll share one of the secret weapons I use all the time in my own parenting: the “Feel the Love Strategy”. It is super-simple, but will help you connect with your teen on a whole new level.
Plus, I’ll let you in on the secret about teens that you really need to know but your teen isn’t going to tell you!
Your teen needs to know you love them, but they aren’t always open to the ways you are trying to show them. I’m going to let you in on why a tactical approach to parenting doesn’t work with teens and what you can do instead.
Mentioned on the Show:
- Ready to make parenting teens easier, more effective and more fun? Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now.
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Get the full show notes and blog post here: https://jenbelltate.com/episode56/
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What is your family’s vibe? Is it something your teen is proud to be a part of? A strong family culture and close family connection is tied closely to your teen’s mental and emotional health. It has been linked to better academic performance, better behavior, increased motivation, better self-esteem and better coping skills.
Learn 3 secrets for creating a family culture your teen is excited to be a part of. As you apply these secrets, you will strengthen your family bonds and build a family culture that will bless your family for years to come.
Want more help building a strong family culture? We are diving even deeper into this idea in the ENJOY community this month. We will be talking about sibling rivalry, how to connect despite busy schedules, the power of traditions and more. Join us!
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- Ready to make parenting teens easier, more effective and more fun? Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now.
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Get the full show notes and blog post here: https://jenbelltate.com/episode55/
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Parenting teens is hard! So today I am sharing three secrets to help you feel stronger, lighter and full of hope when the load of motherhood is exhausting and overwhelming.
Learn the power of support and how you can find that support even when you are navigating sensitive situations with your teenager. Peace is possible, even when you are in the midst of really challenging situations. The overall message of this podcast is HOPE!
If you want additional support on your parenting journey, I invite you to join us in the ENJOY community where you can find all the parenting resources you need and get personalized support from me. You don’t have to do this parenting thing all alone!
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- Ready to make parenting teens easier, more effective and more fun? Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now.
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Get the full show notes and blog post here: https://jenbelltate.com/episode54/
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In this special anniversary episode of 'This is Going to Be Fun', let’s celebrate and reflect on everything we have learned over the past year. I’m sharing the top 5 things I have learned about parenting teens over the past year as a coach and mom of 6.
Discover the crucial element that could be undermining your impact as a parent, why you might be missing out on your teen’s awesomeness and why you might feel like nothing you do is even making a difference.
Plus, I’m revealing the unexpected group of teens that NEED us to shift our parenting approach and why most parents miss the chance to improve this relationship. Who are they? Tune in to find out!
This is an episode that'll help you see your teen and your parenting journey in a whole new light. Thanks for all you have done this year to support the This is Going to be FUN podcast! Your ratings and reviews and shares mean the world to me!
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- Want help applying everything you are learning on the podcast to your unique family situation? Get personal help from me inside the ENJOY Coaching Community. Join now for immediate access.
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Get the full show notes and blog post here: https://jenbelltate.com/episode53/
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Good dads are at the heart of raising emotionally healthy teens.
I have been blessed with amazing father figures in my life and I have learned so much from them. Today I’m sharing 5 lessons I have learned from my favorite fathers and how they are helping me as I am parenting my teens.
These 5 tips are simple ideas you can apply today to improve your relationship with your teen. But, I also hope they will inspire you to think about the parenting lessons you can learn from the father figures in YOUR life.
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- Ready to make parenting teens easier, more effective and more fun? Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now.
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Get the full show notes and blog post here: https://jenbelltate.com/episode52/
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Our teens are facing more pressure and complex challenges than ever before. If we want to help them navigate the ever-changing world they are living in, we need to better understand their struggles so we can know how to help them.
As I spent the last week with more than 100 teenage girls, I discovered three things teenagers need right now. These three things are essential to your teen’s growth, well-being and resilience!
Find out how you can give your teen what they need so you can set them up for success.
Mentioned on the Show:
- Ready to make parenting teens easier, more effective and more fun? Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now.
- 5 Tips for Raising Confident Teens
- Follow me on Instagram and Facebook
Get the full show notes and blog post here: https://jenbelltate.com/episode51/
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We all have hopes and dreams for our teens, but what do we do when they don't turn out the way we want?
In this episode, you will learn how to stop letting the expectation of who your teen SHOULD be, blind you to the amazing person they ALREADY ARE!
Find out how to encourage your teen to reach their potential without pushing your own agenda and building resentment.
If you want to give your teen a strong foundation of emotional health and resilience, make sure you join the ENJOY community so I can help you apply everything you are learning here on the podcast to your own parenting.
Get the full show notes and blog post here: https://jenbelltate.com/episode49/
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- Ready for an easier approach to raising emotionally healthy teens? Join the ENJOY Coaching Community now and get immediate access to the simple strategies and support you need to make the most of the teen years.
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Is your teen feeling the end of the year stress? In addition to busy schedules and long to-do lists of the holidays, they have finals, projects, papers and concerts. And if they are a High School senior, they also have college application deadlines.
It all adds up to a lot of stress for our teens and that can make them less patient, more angry, less excited to participate in family activities or hang out with friends, less motivated and more annoyed by everything!
So how can you help? Try these 7 strategies to help your stressed-out teen.
Learn more about stress and overwhelm this month in my Enjoy Coaching Community and get personalized help and coaching on Marco Polo. Join now!
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Want more peace and connection in your home this holiday season?
Family traditions are a great way to create a strong and connected family, but your teen might not be on board. In this episode I share 5 tips to help you make family traditions more teen-friendly, fun and fulfilling.
And check out the end of the episode where I share a list of teen-friendly traditions you can try this Christmas season. Do you have any traditions your teens love? I want to hear all about it. Send me a message on Instagram.
Want to know 3 secrets to raising amazing teens? Get the video series for FREE at https://client.jenbelltate.com/3secrets
Motivating your teen can be a challenge! And even when you try to do all the right things to set them up for success, it probably won’t be smooth sailing.
In this episode, I am sharing 5 roadblocks to motivation that your teen may and what you can do to help them keep moving forward.
Plus I am sharing my simple checklist your teen (or you!) can use when they get stuck to figure out exactly what to do next!
If this podcast is helpful for you, I would really appreciate it if you would leave me a rating or review. Your feedback is one of those rewards that helps motivate me to keep bringing you new podcast episodes every single week.
And, if you missed Part 1 of Motivating Your Teen, make sure you check that out here.
Wish you could figure out how to motivate your teen? Find out what works...and what doesn't!
Discover why the strategies most parents use to motivate their teens are actually having the opposite effect (and how they might even be dangerous).
And learn 5 things you can do to raise more driven, self-sufficient teens without the power struggles.
Don't forget to get your FREE ticket to the My Connected Family Summit where I will be joining 9 other parenting experts and sharing the 3 Secrets Your Teen NEEDS You to Know. The Summit starts on November 11, so register today!
Want to support this podcast? It is FREE and easy to leave a rating or review and it helps me so much when you do! Just go to your favorite podcast platform and leave a rating or review. It helps more people find the podcast and I love to know how the things I am sharing are helping you!
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The statistics of how many teenage girls and boys hate their bodies are shocking and remind just how vital it is to teach our teens a healthy body-image.
This episode shares the shocking statistics and the impact it is having on our teens. It also offers a new perspective that will promote body-positivity in your home.
You will be amazed at how amazing your body really is after listening to this episode and you will have a few strategies to help you find even more things to love about your body. The way you think about and talk about bodies shapes the way your teen feels about their body, and this episode will give you the tools to build more body positivity in your home and family.
Want more help rewiring your thoughts about your body...or your teen's body? That is part of the work we do inside my ENJOY Coaching Community. Join now and get the personalized help and support you need. https://client.jenbelltate.com/membership
Creating a culture of gratitude will change your family for the better. Gratitude has so many benefits, but we can't force our teens to be grateful, even if we try.
The 6 simple ideas I share in this episode will help you create an environment in your home where gratitude can grow more abundantly. Plus I am sharing one of my favorite family traditions we do every November to help us focus on gratitude.
If you want more gratitude in your home, you need to join me inside my Enjoy Coaching Community where we will be learning even more about gratitude and abundance all month long. Doors are only open until November 1, so don't wait to check out all the awesome benefits and join here: https://client.jenbelltate.com/membership
Does your teenager think the whole world revolves around them? Are you worried about the entitlement culture and how to teach kids how to work for what they want?
I'm sharing 5 simple strategies to help you navigate entitlement with your teen. Plus you'll learn a new way to look at entitlement so you can understand your teenager better.
Join me inside my Enjoy coaching community in November to learn more about entitlement, gratitude and abundance and get personalized coaching and help with entitlement issues in YOUR home. https://client.jenbelltate.com/membershipwaitlist
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You want your kids to be happy. And you want to be happy. But I bet you also want these 5 emotions in your life even though they make you feel terrible.
Our emotions are clues to help us figure out what we care about, threats to our well-being and the way we view the world around us. This episode will help you decode the clues so you can start using your emotions as a tool to create the life you want instead of letting them hold you back.
And, when you get more comfortable with these emotions, you will experience more peace and acceptance when your teen experiences them too.
Number 2 is going to surprise you!
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It can be so heartbreaking to watch your teen experience painful emotions. You want to help them, but you don't know how and nothing seems to work. This episode will give you three simple things you can do to help when your teen feels bad.
You will also learn what NOT to do and why the things parents usually try don't actually help. This episode will help you teach your teen to learn resilience, courage and perseverance. Make sure you get my free guide to processing emotions so you and your teen can feel better!
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If you have ever taught a teenager to drive, you know that parenting teens can be scary, and if you haven't you will. But it isn't just driving, our teens are becoming more independent, we have less control and that can lead to a lot of fear too.
In this episode I help you determine three of the ways you might be parenting from fear without even realizing it and why it is so important to keep fear out of our parenting. Plus, I teach you what you can do instead and why it is a better option for you and your teen.
In October, I will be teaching all about fear and other negative emotions that aren’t really as scary as they may seem inside my Enjoy Coaching Community. You will learn how fear can be one of our most important emotions for growth and how to stop letting the fear of negative emotions hold you back from the life you want. In order to teach this skill to your teen, you have to learn and practice it for yourself, so I will be supporting you through that process all month long. Find out more and join here: https://client.jenbelltate.com/membership
Need to talk to your teen about something you know they aren’t going to like? This episode will teach you why honesty is the best policy and how telling your teen the truth will open the door for more open communication in your relationship.
Plus, get tips for starting difficult conversations and find out how this strategy will create an invitation for your teen to be more open and honest with you. If you need help preparing for a difficult conversation or managing your own emotional mess so you don’t end up unloading it on your teen, schedule a free mini-session with me and I would love to help. https://client.jenbelltate.com/freemini
There are plenty of parents ready to share their horror stories of raising teenagers but I am going to let you in on a secret: there is so much to love about teenagers! In fact, the teen years are my favorite!
I am sharing 5 things I love about teenagers and I hope it will inspire you to find some things you love about your teen. Teens have so much to offer and there is so much we can learn from them and about them if we are willing to see how amazing they really are.
If you want to find even more things to love about your teen, get my FREE Connect with Your Teen Challenge with simple ideas to help you see the good in your teen and connect with them in 10 minutes or less. https://client.jenbelltate.com/10for10-connect-challenge
I am so excited to introduce you to your new best friend: your future self! I know it sounds funny to think about a future version of you as a friend, but this episode will teach you the power of being friends with future you. Not only will it change the way you see yourself, but it will help you identify what is most important and improve your relationships.
Once you start to see it in your own life, you can teach this concept to your teen and watch their self-worth, motivation and decision-making skills grow exponentially.
If you are enjoying this podcast, will you leave me a rating or review or share it with a friend? Together we can help so many parents have a better experience raising teens!
Trust can be challenging in any relationship, but trusting your teenager can be especially hard. In this episode you will learn the three elements of trust and have a better understanding of how they are affecting your relationship. I share a new approach to trusting your teen and give you hope for a better relationship with them even if trust has been broken.
If you want to learn more about trust and how to transform your relationship with your teen or any other relationship in your life, we will be spending the whole month of September learning all about relationships in my ENJOY Coaching Community. You can join right now at https://client.jenbelltate.com/membership, but registration is only open for about a week before we dive in and start learning. Next month we will be learning a new topic, so don't miss your chance to get in the community if you want to learn more about relationships and trust.
Raising teenagers can be lonely and overwhelming, but you don’t have to carry the burden alone. Bigger kids have bigger problems and the stakes are higher than they have ever been before. This episode outlines three secrets to feeling stronger, lighter and full of hope when the load of motherhood is exhausting and overwhelming.
If you need support to help you prepare for and face the challenges of raising teens, my {enjoy} membership is designed to give you the tools, support and personalized help you need to navigate the teen years. You can find more information at https://client.jenbelltate.com/membership
Your teen has to make a lot of decisions at the start of the school year and of course you want to help them make the best decisions you can. In this episode I teach you the process of making decisions, where you fit into the process as a parent and share 3 strategies you can use to maximise your influence and teach your teen the skills they need to make good decisions. If you want to learn even more about decision making strategies or any other topics we are learning here on the podcast, I would love to have you join me in the {enjoy} membership where we dive deeper into these topics and give you personalized help applying the principles in your own life. Get more info and join the waitlist to be the first to know when it opens here: https://client.jenbelltate.com/membershipwaitlist.
Have a loving connected relationship with your teen while teaching them to be responsible and take accountability for their actions. This episode gives you 8 tips to help you teach your teen to be accountable without sacrificing your connection or relationship. Get 10 more free tips for creating connection with your teen here: https://client.jenbelltate.com/10for10-connect-challenge
Want to get off the emotional rollercoaster your teen is riding? Find out which big emotions are getting in the way of your connection and what to do about it. No matter what age your kids are, this episode is going to be a game changer for you. Want more help from me? Join the FREE connect with your teen challenge for more support creating deeper connection with your teen. https://client.jenbelltate.com/10for10-connect-challenge
You want to connect with your teen, but nothing seems to work. Everything you try ends up in a dramatic eye roll or an even more disconnection. Find out why you're NOT connecting with your teen and how you can change everything with two simple ideas. Join my 10 for 10 Connect with Your Teen Challenge for more teen-approved ideas to get you the connection you both are craving!
If you had a friend who treated you the way you treat you, would you still be friends with them? In this episode, you will learn why the skill of keeping promises to yourself is so important and how practicing it will help your kids develop confidence, be more reliable and achieve any goal they set.
You pour so much energy into creating strong family connections because you know how important families are. This episode will teach you three super simple secrets of strong families and give you tons of ideas for how you could apply them to your family.
This episode is for the people-pleasers and the people who don't even know they are people-pleasers. What other people think about you is none of your business. This episode will teach you why valuing other people's opinions more than your own is so dangerous.
Sharing my favorite definition of self-care and 5 ways I practice self-care as a busy mom of 6. We aren't talking spa days and bubble baths here...these are practical self-care tips that you can - and should- actually do every day.
Are you a chronic worrier? Worry is a cycle that just keeps producing more and more worry. This episode includes 3 tips to help you stop the worry cycle and start doing the things that will actually make a difference!
The only difference between having fun and being bored is your thoughts! In this episode I am sharing the tool I use with all of my clients to help them create the things they really want in their lives.
Find out what your manual is and how it is impacting your relationships in ways you don't even realize. Understanding this concept is the key to more rewarding relationships with your spouse, kids, extended family, friends and acquaintances.
When you tell stories about your life, are you the victim, the narrator, the supporting character, the villain or the HERO? This episode teaches you how to step into your rightful place as the hero of your story and start seeing the world in a whole new light!
It is just a lie...the grass won't be greener on the other side of whatever struggle you are facing right now. Learn how to get out of survival mode so you can actually enjoy what is happening right now!
In this episode you will learn a helpful tool you can use every day to avoid getting overwhelmed and manage the mental load of motherhood in a healthy way.
Learn how your brain being more dramatic than daytime TV Soap Operas is actually a great thing and how to keep it from getting out of control!
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Teaching your kids confidence, connection and fun starts with you! This episode is the foundation of what you need to know so you can become the example you want your kids to follow. It will help you get started on the path that will help you enjoy the teen years right now and create the connection that will keep your family close long after they are grown and gone. If you want more personalized help to determine what that path looks like for you, book a FREE mini-session with me at https://calendly.com/jenbelltate/freemini