Joyful Courage for Parenting Teens
593 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago - ★★★★★ - 189 ratingsThe Joyful Courage for Parenting Teens Podcast is a place for inspiration, education and entertainment. You are not alone, the terrain of adolescence is messy... I am your host, Casey O'Roarty, and I am honored to get to share conversations with leading parenting experts about challenges that show up while we raise our kids. We don't hold back here - all topics are on the table. You will hear interviews and solo shows centering risky behavior such as substance use and sexual development, as well as convos that deep dive into development and nurturing relationship. If you love what you hear, leave a review! This helps others find the show. If you are looking for more, head over to my website www.besproutable.com/teens/ for more information about online and live classes. Thank you for listening!
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Eps 394: SOLO SHOW Making room for our older teens to practice independence
June 22, 2023 11:00 - 32 minutesShowing up today to tease apart an email from a mama of an older teen. How do we maintain relationship, AND expectations, AND room for independence and practice with our older teens? I dig into all of it in this week's solo show. Check it out! Full show notes here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Eps 393: College financial planning with Ann Garcia
June 19, 2023 07:01 - 47 minutesMy guest today is Ann Garcia, and this episode is full of resources & advice you can use right now. Ann is an expert on paying for college and has two kids in college right now, so she really gets it. Ann starts with an explanation of why some college educations are so expensive, what other options are available, and why you need to define your budget for college. Ann shares tips for staying focused on goals & how to talk to your teen about college. Ann tells me when it could be right to ta...
Eps 392: SOLO - The importance of holding our teens as capable
June 14, 2023 11:00 - 35 minutesJoin me this week as I dig into the ways that our human-ness can get the better of us, even when we are the parenting coach!! I share about a recent interaction that I didn't love with. my own son, why it is hard to hold our teens in their light, and how to do better. See full show notes at: https://www.besproutable.com/podcasts/eps-392-SOLO -importance-holding-teens-capable Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Eps 391: Navigating school boards with AJ Crabill
June 12, 2023 07:01 - 57 minutesMy guest today is AJ Crabill. AJ and I have a great conversation this week about school boards and the education system. AJ explains why adults are hesitant & sometimes resistant to changing the way schools operate and why we need to teach resilience (not just make things easier for our kids). AJ shares exactly what student-led restorative practices are and the benefits that come with them. I love hearing all the overlap between AJ’s work and Positive Discipline: the sense of belonging, cl...
Eps 390: SOLO SHOW - 3 myths of tough love and what teens actually need
June 08, 2023 07:01 - 27 minutesParents are often drawn to "do something" when their kids are making mistakes - but tough love (and by tough love I mean punitive consequences and punishment - taking things away, grounding our kids, isolation, yelling, blaming, silent treatments) doesn't typically deliver what you may intend for it to deliver. There is another way to frame it, another way to think about what our teens need to thrive into young adulthood. Listen in as I tease it apart during today's solo show! Find out more ...
Eps 389: Motivational Interviewing with Dr. Emily Kline
June 05, 2023 07:01 - 52 minutesMy guest today is Dr. Emily Kline. Dr. Kline shares all kinds of useful information this week around why and how we can communicate with our adolescents with the best results. We touch on relinquishing control and asking curiosity questions, then we dig in deep into what motivational interviewing is and why it’s so helpful. I ask Dr. Kline what motivational interviewing might look like when a teenager is using marijuana, and we agree that the best tool we have to influence our adolescents i...
Eps 388: Solo Show - 4 steps for being the support your teen needs
June 01, 2023 07:01 - 29 minutesThis week's solo shows explores the iceberg and the belief behind our teens behavior in a new way. We have been here before and I am bringing you back to get ever better and teasing apart what it is your teen needs, and how you a can meet them there. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Eps 387: Supporting atypical teens with Dr. Norrine Russell
May 26, 2023 07:00 - 57 minutesI’m really excited to introduce Dr. Norrine Russell to you all. Dr. Russell has truly walked the walk with her own complex children which has changed her parenting & professional paths. Dr. Russell shares what she loves about her work, what hurdles complex kids face in traditional schooling, and what parents can do to help support their atypical kids as learners. She talks on why teens need to figure out what they’re good at and how important it is to tell your teens how much you love them...
Eps 386: Limiting beliefs and our two selves
May 23, 2023 07:00 - 35 minutesAnother intimate exploration of what it means to be human WHILE raising teenagers. We are deep diving (yet again) into our own stuff. This week focusing on the limiting beliefs we may be holding that keeps our kids small, and the war between our two selves. Join me for some personal growth and discovery! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Eps 385: School avoidance with Jayne Demsky
May 22, 2023 07:00 - 58 minutesI am so glad that you are back with me and my amazing guest, Jayne Demsky. So many of you have talked to me about school avoidance and how to navigate this, and we’re digging in deep this week! The good thing - there is hope! Jayne shares her story & why she’s so passionate about school avoidance, and why we can’t just “make them go.” Jayne talks about different therapy options like CBT & exposure therapy, the school’s role, underlying causes, & advocating for your child. We discuss how ha...
Eps 384: Solo Show - Communication and Staying OFF the Emotional Freight Train
May 18, 2023 09:02 - 32 minutesThe Emotional Freight Train is REAL and can take us on wild rides - especially during the teen years, There is no better way to shut down communication with a young person than to come at them with all the emotion of the EFT. Listen to this week's solo show for solidarity, communication skills, and tips for staying off that train! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Eps 383: A Radical Awakening with Dr. Shefali Tsabary
May 14, 2023 07:00 - 31 minutesMy guest this week is Dr. Shefali Tsabary, and we’re having a special conversation to celebrate Mother’s Day! Dr. Shefali tells me all about writing her book, “A Radical Awakening: Turn Pain into Power, Embrace Your Truth, Live Free” and how her divorce freed her up for a phenomenal, liberating transformation. Dr. Shefali shares about how we’re conditioned and indoctrinated from childhood and how women can lead the way away from that. We dig into owning your part of the dynamic in different ...
Eps 382: Solo Show - Meeting and creating life as it unfolds
May 11, 2023 07:01 - 41 minutesToday is a solo show! Coming out you with a deep dive into the practice of being with what the universe throws your way. I share my own experience of this work and offer listeners tools and tips for personal growth and you move through what's hard. For more show notes, including transcripts, visit our website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Eps 381: Self-care to Empower with Nikita Burks-Hale
May 08, 2023 07:00 - 43 minutesMy guest today is Nikita Burks-Hale. Listen in on this fascinating conversation with Nikita! She tells me a bit about her company, Headphones and Crayons, and how she integrates voice and color. We talk about how voice isn’t just what you’re saying, but your vibe and energy, too. Nikita shares about how she uses coloring to amplify voice & calm at home, and how we need home to be a safe-space for kids to express themselves. Nikita shares a dark moment that and how that sparked her path to ...
Eps 380: The art of surrender while parenting teens
May 04, 2023 07:00 - 30 minutesToday is a solo show. I explore the practice of surrender, what it means to me, and how it fosters more room for our teens to show up as their fullest selves. Takeaways include: Gratitude for the journey Surrender as being with life as it unfolds What it means to let go of our narrative Trusting our teens are growing through what they're going through Letting our kids take the lead For more show notes, including full transcripts, visit our website here. Learn more about your ad choices....
Eps 379: Holistic ADHD tools for kids with Dana Kay
May 01, 2023 07:01 - 46 minutesMy guest today is Dana Kay, a board-certified holistic health and nutrition practitioner, best-selling author, and the CEO & founder of the ADHD Thrive Institute. Dana shares about her son’s ADHD diagnosis and how it launched her business & book, “Thriving with ADHD.” Dana talks about her ADHD Thrive Method 4 Kids & reducing inflammation (which is beneficial for everyone, not just those with ADHD). She touches on the gut-brain connection, antibiotics, & your immune system. Dana suggests fo...
Revisiting Eps 323: Alternatives to Punishment Part 6
April 25, 2023 07:00 - 36 minutesThis week’s show is a solo show- the fifth of six in a series where Casey will dive deep into alternatives to punishment. Takeaways include: Navigating big behavior Searching for support The process of getting help for Rowan Holding energy of confident authority Novelty seeking Brain science behind risk taking Staying curious, connected, and calm Prioritizing taking care of yourself For more notes, including transcripts, visit our website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Eps 378: Talking to Brenda Zane About How to Be with Teen Substance Use
April 24, 2023 07:00 - 59 minutesMy guest today is Brenda Zane, and we are digging deep into teen substance abuse. Brenda shares about her son’s drug misuse & what got her started in this work. We talk about teens who are exploring risky behavior and teens who are using drugs regularly/daily. Brenda shares tips for having uncomfortable (and ongoing) conversations about drug use with your adolescent and how to come from a place of curiosity (not judgment). We talk about why the confrontational, punitive approach does not wo...
Revisiting Eps 322: Alternatives to Punishment Part 5
April 20, 2023 19:33 - 25 minutesThis week’s show is a solo show- the fifth of six in a series where Casey will dive deep into alternatives to punishment. Creating space for your teens Raising capable kids Baggage from relationship with your parents Working towards doing better for your kids Being curious and neutral Unconditional love does not equal being permissive Power struggle when saying no Treating teens with dignity and respect Holding an encouraging container For more notes, including transcripts, visit ou...
Eps 377: Deepening our Curiosity with Nancy Albright
April 17, 2023 07:00 - 40 minutesMy guest this week is Nancy Albright, a friend and fellow Positive Discipline Parent Educator. Nancy and I go way back, and I’m thrilled to chat with her today about deepening our curiosity with our teens. She tells me about her new book, “My Teen and me: 20 meaningful questions to ease your frustration, build trust, communicate, and connect with your teen.” We talk about how to stay curious with love & presence, and how to pull back on your fear & worries. We cover the importance of pausi...
Revisiting 321: Alternatives to Punishment Part 4
April 13, 2023 07:00 - 27 minutesThis week’s show is a solo show- the fourth of six in a series where Casey will dive deep into alternatives to punishment. Takeaways from the show Teen years are messy Reframing trust Mistakes as opportunities to learn Reviewing kind and firm parenting Brain development in adolescence Exploring feelings from when you were a teen Unwanted results of punishment Showing up with curiosity Opportunities to learn important life skills For more show notes, including transcripts, visit our...
Eps 376: The legalities of co-parenting teens with Sabrina Shaheen Cronin
April 10, 2023 07:00 - 51 minutesMy guest today is Sabrina Shaheen Cronin, and we’re digging deep into co-parenting teens. Sabrina shares her wisdom and expertise on all-things related to divorce, custody, co-parenting, & step families. We get into the legalities of co-parenting & custody agreements and how to move forward while keeping the well-being of your child(ren) at the forefront. Sabrina and I talk about looking at divorce as an opportunity for personal growth (which can be so hard) and how co-parenting is not a on...
Revisiting Eps 320: Alternatives to Punishment Part 3
April 06, 2023 07:00 - 41 minutesThis week’s show is a solo show- the third of six in a series where Casey will dive deep into alternatives to punishment. We get into kindness and firmness and explore an experiential activity that invites listeners into their teen's shoes. See more shownotes at www.besproutable.com/podcasts/alternatives-to-punishment-part-3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Eps 375: Intentional communication with Cynthia Kane
April 03, 2023 07:00 - 50 minutesMy guest today is Cynthia Kane. This week is all about communication! Cynthia shares all kinds of advice and help for intentional communication including: the four pillars of right speech and accessing the space (or the pause) to choose how to engage. We pull out some metaphors - why the teen years are a river & behavior as an iceberg. Cynthia and I talk on the importance of authenticity with your teen, what authenticity means, & how to get better at it. Cynthia ends by sharing two concrete...
Revisiting Eps 319: ALTERNATIVES TO PUNISHMENT PART 2
March 30, 2023 07:00 - 30 minutesThis week’s show is a solo show- the second of six in a series where Casey will dive deep into alternatives to punishment. Takeaways from the show Reviewing the “why” of this series Natural consequences Personal awareness Nurturing relationship Becoming your most conscious self Getting curious around what’s behind behavior Powerful opportunities to grow relationship Having no agenda but curiosity Punishment is a short term tool For show notes, including transcripts, visit our webs...
Eps 374: Parental anxiety with Dr. Dana Dorfman
March 27, 2023 07:01 - 58 minutesDr. Dana Dorfman is here today, and we’re talking all about parental anxiety. We talk on how it’s ingrained in us that education, achievement, and productivity are so important, which makes us anxious parents. We talk about how adolescents are dealing with a lot of stuff we didn’t - active shooter drills, the pandemic, constant social media & news. The pressure on our teens is real and accelerated, but there’s also some hope & inspiration there. Dr. Dorfman shares about her 8 parent anxiety r...
Revisiting Eps 318: Alternatives to Punishment Part 1
March 23, 2023 07:00 - 30 minutesExcited to be revisiting this limited series on alternatives to punishment! Part one explores allow for things to unfold for our teens, validating feelings and offering support if needed/asked for. See full show notes at https://www.besproutable.com/podcasts/alternatives-to-punishment-part-1/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Eps 373: The Parent Compass through the teen years with Cindy Muchnick
March 20, 2023 07:01 - 53 minutesMy guest today is Cindy Muchnick. Listen in this week as Cindy and I talk about “The Parent Compass” book & movement, a guide for parents on how to pull back & let go through the teen years. Moving from managing everything for your little kids to pulling back & giving your teens the reins can be really hard, but we have to do it. Cindy shares some tips for inviting feedback from your adolescent and why, sometimes, we do want our kids to struggle. I ask Cindy about how to talk to teens and ...
EPS 372: SOLO What it means to pass on the energetic responsibility to our teens
March 16, 2023 07:01 - 37 minutesToday's podcast is a solo show with your host, Casey O'Roarty. Today the content comes straight from the Joyful Courage for Parents of Teens Facebook group. I talk a lot with my clients and here on the pod about "energetic responsibility" and a mama posted a question asking me to go deeper. The result is this podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Eps 371: Mutual respect with DJ Johnson
March 13, 2023 07:00 - 1 hourMy guest today is someone who is a friend to the JC pod, DeAntwann “DJ” Johnson. This episode is all about mutual respect. Casey and DJ start by talking about how the idea of respect has changed from the 1950’s to today, and how kids & teens today are asking to & expecting to be respected. We teach respect by being respectful. They dig into whether or not kids need to earn their dignity, our respect, and our love (spoiler: they don’t). DJ points out that the way we treat our children at home...
Eps 370: SOLO SHOW Deep diving into encouragement
March 09, 2023 08:00 - 41 minutesThis week's show is a solo show with your host, Casey O'Roarty. It's you and me, babe! You. And. Me. Another solo show for diving into work of parenting teens and rolling around in it together. Today I am talking about how encouragement can be a tool for relationship, skill building and showing up as our best. I share language and thoughts about how to uplevel the encouragement in YOUR home so that your teens are more likely to step into cooperation and collaboration. Learn more about your a...
Eps 369: Rachel Macy Stafford teaches us how to Soul Shift
March 06, 2023 08:00 - 45 minutesMy guest today is Rachel Macy Stafford. Rachel joins Casey today to share about her new book, “Soul Shift,” and how to find joy and get back to yourself. Rachel shares the painful truth that started her journey. Casey and Rachel connect over the challenges that raising teens can bring, and how we can be present, relationship-focused, and connected with them during the tough times. Rachel shares a beautiful story about how being human and vulnerable with your teens allows them to be authent...
Eps 342: Conscious Parenting with Domari Dickinson
March 03, 2023 08:00 - 47 minutesMy guest today is Domari Dickenson. Domari shares how she got started on her Conscious Parenting & Positive Discipline journey. They discuss what Conscious Parenting, Positive Parenting, & Gentle Parenting mean and if those are helpful labels. Domari shares her tips for those of us who are transitioning to a different parenting style, including identifying & digging into your own triggers, leading with love & grace, and feeling all of your feelings. Domari Dickinson is an unschooling mom of ...
Revisiting Eps 259 SOLO SHOW "Is this Positive Discipline?"
March 02, 2023 08:00 - 41 minutesBringing this show back from the vault to remember how we can get clear if we are responding to our kids in a way that is helpful and guiding them towards life skill building. Listen in as I break down the five criteria for Positive Discipline and how it looks in real life with our kids. See all the show notes at www.besproutable.com/podcasts/TBT-259-SOLO-Is-this-positive-discipline Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
EPS 368: Growing through what we’re going through with Chris Willard
February 27, 2023 08:00 - 52 minutesMy guest today is Dr. Chris Willard. Dr. Willard explains how trying to teach mindfulness to teens ended up being a learning opportunity for himself and why he wrote his new book, “How we Grow Through What We Go Through.” He explains the three types of trauma, then Casey & Chris connect on how much self-work needs to be done to parent teens. Casey asks what the first steps are for moving through triggers, and Dr. Willard shares how children & teens can be the catalyst for us to do that work...
Eps 367: SOLO SHOW Holding the container for our teens to practice life skills
February 23, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutesJoin me during this solo show as I talk about "holding the container" for our teens to move through their experiences and practice life skills. Easier said than done. I walk us thought what this looks like in the context of sibling relationships, substance experimenting, school, chores and more - check it out and let me know what you think! Get more show notes at www.besproutable.com/podcasts/eps-367-solo-holding-container-teens-life-skills Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
EPS 366: The Parenting Map with Dr. Shefali Tsabary
February 20, 2023 08:00 - 59 minutesMy guest today is Dr. Shefali Tsabary. Dr. Shefali begins by sharing her journey into motherhood & discovering conscious parenting. She shares a bit about what her new book, “The Parenting Map” covers. Casey and Dr. Shefali talk about how challenging it is to look inward and how we work towards growth, not perfection. They dig into challenging any narratives you may have for your own children and finding your flow. Casey asks how we can get past the “smoke screen” and dig in deeper into wh...
EPS 356: Navigating phones and apps for teens with Titania Jordan
February 16, 2023 08:01 - 55 minutesMy guest today is Titania Jordan. Casey and Titania share an engaging, relatable conversation about kids, tweens, teens, and their access to technology & apps. Kids & teens having access to screens can be really convenient, and many of us have brought these tools into our lives. At the same time, they also bring a lot of struggles. Titania shares the importance of modeling healthy use with your own phone. They dig into how to talk to your kids about sexting, nudes, & consent. Casey asks ho...
Eps 365: SOLO SHOW Unconditionally Loving Our Teens
February 16, 2023 08:00 - 37 minutesThis week I am exploring unconditional love and how./if this is what our teens experience from us. We may SAY that we love them no matter what, but is that the message they are getting? And what does creating a home where love is unconditional offer to our kids? Listen in and let me know what you think! See full show notes at www.besproutable.com/podcasts/eps-365-solo-unconditional-love-teens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
EPS 364: Online mental health support with Olivia Thompson
February 13, 2023 08:01 - 46 minutesMy guest today is Olivia Thompson. Olivia shares her path to Sesh, a mental health platform for online support groups led by licensed therapists. Olivia shares what she loves about Sesh and tells Casey her thoughts on support groups and connecting with other people who are going through the same things you are. Casey & Olivia talk about the benefits of telehealth. Olivia explains how she was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult, her own mental health journey, & strategies that work well for her...
EPS 363: SOLO Breaking down growth mindset, optimism, motivation and teens
February 09, 2023 09:28 - 38 minutesThis week I am thrilled to be expanding on a conversation happening in the Living Joyful Courage community around how to support a growth mindset and optimism in our teens. They have a lot going on and are coming of age in a messy world - listen in to this show to hear my take on it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
EPS 362: Global parenting with Hunter Clarke-Fields
February 06, 2023 08:01 - 39 minutesMy guest today is Hunter Clarke-Fields. Back from Abu Dhabi, Casey and Hunter reflect on Parenthood: The Unconference. Hunter shares how she got involved with the conference, and they remember what it was like to visit the UAE (including a trip to a camel festival and being anointed with oils)! They discuss the universality of parenting challenges despite other cultural differences. Casey and Hunter finish by sharing what tools they used to stay confident on a global stage like mindfulness...
Eps 361: SOLO Finding our courage to parent our teens differently
February 02, 2023 17:02 - 40 minutesThis solo show takes a closer look at how parenting with Positive Discipline does NOT equal avoiding the hard stuff, instead it is about leaning into relationship WHEN the hard stuff shows up. Being brave is something we are invited into over and over again as we parent through the seasons of adolescence. Listen in as I explore what that looks like internally, as well as externally. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
EPS 360: Being in relationship with a narcissist with Stephanie Kriesberg
January 30, 2023 08:01 - 47 minutesMy guest today is Dr. Stephanie Kriesberg. Stephanie starts by explaining what a narcissist is, what they’re driven by, & what that may look like. Stephanie shares what it’s like to be in relationship with a narcissist, how you might feel growing up with a narcissistic parent, and how that ripples out into other relationships. Casey asks for indicators that someone may be a narcissistic parent and what that relationship looks like as an adult. They talk about setting limits & boundaries th...
Eps 359: Encouragement for inviting our teens to contribute
January 26, 2023 08:05 - 38 minutesA solo show all about how to shift into the "roommate mentality" when inviting our teens to contribute and help out around the house. I know, I know, it can feel really tough to get them up and moving... But I am confident there are some nuggets here in this pod that will help you turn things around. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
EPS 358: Helping teens find their own creative hustle with Olatunde Sobomehin
January 23, 2023 08:01 - 50 minutesMy guest today is Olatunde Sobomehin. Olatunde Sobomehin shares about his life-changing sabbatical and how that led to him co-authoring the book, “Creative Hustle: Blaze Your Own Path and Make Work That Matters.” Olatunde shares how to name and know your and your teen’s gifts & goals and how principles, people, & practice can help you move from gifts to goals. He shares specific questions to reflect on to discover your gifts and what he sees getting in the way for young people. They dig i...
Eps 357: Radical Moves for Parenting Gen Z
January 19, 2023 15:21 - 31 minutesToday is a solo show that highlights shifting our thinking about how we are showing up for Gen Z and why this is crucial as we move through the adolescent years with our kids. I share three essential tools for making this shift in a way that strengthens relationship and provides space for our kids to discover who they're meant to be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
EPS 355: ADHD in the adolescent years with Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart
January 09, 2023 08:01 - 57 minutesMy guest today is Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart. Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart & Casey dig into ADHD in the adolescent years. Parents of teens with ADHD may see dysregulation looking like compulsiveness, messiness, impulsivity, & a lack of motivation. Parents may think that their kids are lazy or lacking willpower, when in reality, their executive functioning skills are truly off balance. Dr. Lockhart & Casey talk about discussing long-term goals with teens, moving backwards from there, baby steps, as we...
Eps 354: SOLO - The Power of Community
January 05, 2023 11:31 - 39 minutesToday I am on solo to talk about moving into a new year and how community supports us in growing through what we are going through. I am here to speak directly to you, the listener, and hopeful that you feel seen and heard in what I share. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
EPS 353: Sobriety with Casey Davidson
January 03, 2023 17:51 - 51 minutesMy guest today is Casey Davidson. Casey Davidson shares her path to sobriety and becoming a sober coach. Davidson explains what Dry January is - one of five adults in the US did Dry January last year! Davidson shares which demographics are drinking more & less and how the pandemic ramped up consumption. Casey Davidson shares the effects of alcohol on the body, even for light and moderate drinkers, and some benefits that come with not drinking. They discuss what obstacles can pop up for peop...