Parenting in the Middle
60 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsParenting in the Middle Podcast is here to help you navigate the fun and sometimes challenging road of parenting your teens. The tools and strategies found here will help you create a stronger relationship and become more influential with your teen.
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Adjusting to a new school year
August 04, 2023 20:54 - 14 minutes - 26.2 MBWhen my kids were little, I’d get them to bed earlier about a week before school started. We’d get their clothes ready, school supplies purchased and they were ready to start a new school year. Even if they weren’t excited, they knew it was time and we adjusted without too much difficulty. Now that my kids are older, and you may have noticed this too, things can get a little more stressful and you may find it hard to keep your cool. We want to not be triggered, we want to stay patient a...
Making Memories with Your Family with Liz Call
April 24, 2023 21:41 - 41 minutes - 76.7 MBLiz is the creator, editor and owner of Liz on Call, a creative lifestyle blog sharing easy do-able crafts and recipes. At Liz on Call, she incorporates her love of all things Disney. As an extension of her blog, in 2015 she created Disney Food N Fun as a home base to share all things Disney so families could get the most out of their trips to the Happiest Place on Earth. Liz will be the best friend you never knew you needed when planning a trip to Disneyland. Liz on Call Blog Disney Fo...
The Confidence Spectrum with Kristen Arnett
April 13, 2023 20:35 - 27 minutes - 50.3 MBJoin me as Kristen Arnett and I discuss how to help our kids become more confident. Kristen has a clear way of understanding and teaching a concept she calls, The Confidence Spectrum. Her business, Meant to be Me, teaches young girls how to be confident in themselves just as they are. If you're local, you must check her out. If you're not, she'll be expanding to virtual courses soon. You won't want to miss out. Find Kristen on IG @meanttobe.me For information about her class offerings ...
Finding Your Parenting Blindspots
April 04, 2023 23:19 - 24 minutes - 44.2 MBFinding your parenting blindspots can be challenging, as they are often unconscious patterns of behavior or ways of thinking that can be difficult to identify. In this episode, I talk about how to uncover the blindspots that are keeping you stuck. Observe your own behavior: Pay attention to your behavior and reactions when interacting with your kids. Are there patterns that you notice? Do you respond in certain ways to certain situations? Reflecting on your own behavior can help you ide...
Setting Rules & Limits with Your Teenager
March 17, 2023 16:32 - 20 minutes - 38.4 MBAre you unsure about how to parent your teen? Are you worried you are pushing too hard, or not pushing enough? Do you want to feel more confident in your parenting decisions? If so, listen to this podcast episode on how to set rules and limits with your teenager. Remember, this is a process that takes practice. Notice what works. Notice what doesn't work. One of my favorite thoughts is that nothing is urgent. So take a breath, don't freak out and focus on connecting with your teenager. You...
How to Notice Your Teen's Emotional Bid
March 02, 2023 17:25 - 20 minutes - 9.27 MBWhat's an emotional bid and why are they important? An emotional bid is a way for one person to get the attention of another person. We often focus so much on getting our teenager's attention, that we can fail to notice when they are trying to get our attention. We can sometimes feel frustrated when our teens complain or act disrespectful. But instead of it being a cause of frustration, we can start noticing this behavior as an emotional bid they are giving us to get our attention. ...
How To Stop Getting So Angry
February 24, 2023 14:09 - 21 minutes - 9.89 MBIn this episode, I talk about why we get angry, where it comes from, and how we can control it. Controlling our anger doesn't mean we will never be angry again, but it will help us to respond instead of react. We will feel better and our relationships will improve. Anger can often snowball into us saying and doing things that we regret. Listen to this episode and start taking control of your anger today. Join my SETTING RULES & LIMITS WITH YOUR TEEN Workshop!! March 7th @ 10:30am...
4 Parenting Mistakes to Avoid
February 02, 2023 16:53 - 26 minutes - 12.3 MBIt's not about never making a parenting mistake, but about learning from them and being willing to try a different approach. In this episode, I share four common parenting pitfalls that are easy to make and how to avoid them. You will learn how to manage your emotions first, respond and not react, get curious and validate your teenager's emotions. Doing this will create more connection and influence as you help your child navigate these teen years. The Now Habit by Neil Fiore, Phd ...
Is This Really Normal Teenage Behavior?
January 26, 2023 19:44 - 24 minutes - 11.2 MBNaturally, as moms, we want to help our kids be respectful, productive, hard working...etc. etc. Sometimes this can lead to nagging, yelling or thinking our teens are just lazy and rude. If our kid spends too much time on their phone, plays too many video games, or ___________fill in the blank, it's easy to go right to worry and guilt thinking you (and they!) are doing it all wrong. But what if you didn’t have to be stressed out or frustrated about their behavior anymore? Listen to thi...
Parenting Lessons I Learned From Blockbuster
January 19, 2023 15:24 - 30 minutes - 14 MBWhat can we learn about parenting from Blockbuster and Netflix? Link To Article About Blockbuster and Netflix I’m sure that based on the title of this episode, you may be a little confused about a thing or two. Blockbuster isn’t the first thing one would think of when trying to navigate the struggles of parenting. Come along with me while I explain an analogy that ties together fear based parenting, and good old Blockbuster! Think about it this way. What used to happen if you return...
Have You Lost Your Focus? 4 Simple Ways You Can Get it Back and Make 2023 a Great Year
January 10, 2023 19:13 - 25 minutes - 11.9 MBIt’s the New Year! And with the New Year, comes all of the resolutions and goals right? But sometimes (most times) it’s hard to get going! Routines get messy during the holidays, and once the New Year rolls around, you’re tired. You feel a loss of momentum and just want things to get back to normal. That’s why, in this episode, I talk about 4 simple things you can do to regain your focus in 2023. It all starts with picking ONE thing that you want to do this year - just one - and determi...
Game Changing Questions to Ask Your Teen That Will Motivate and Influence Them - My interview with Darby Fox, LCSW
December 15, 2022 05:39 - 37 minutes - 17.1 MBWant to understand your teenager better? Do you feel like you are always walking on eggshells around your teen, not wanting to fight with them, but also needing them to listen to you? Parenting teens can be exhausting. There are so many myths that make parenting teens harder than it needs to be. We often go into parenting dreading the teen years. But it doesn't have to be this way. Parenting teens can be fun again. Darby Fox, LCSW, is a child and adolescent family therapist with over t...
How to Recognize if Your Child is Struggling
December 09, 2022 20:29 - 28 minutes - 13 MBIt can be so hard to know when your child's behavior is normal and when it's time to reach out for help. Some signs that something is going on can include: Trouble sleeping More irritable than usual Stomachaches or headaches These symptoms are also pretty normal to see in most children and teens. So what do we do? My two favorite questions to ask myself are: Does my child feel safe to share emotions? Am I asking good questions? Doing this mental check-in will often help ...
3 Ways to Motivate Your Kids to Excellence without Getting Caught Up in Perfectionism
November 21, 2022 19:44 - 26 minutes - 12.3 MBImagine being 16 again. Feeling like the weight of the world is on your shoulders. Academics, sports, family, friends, learning to drive, new to dating...it feels like a lot doesn’t it? And for some reason, on top of it all, it seems you can never do anything right in your parents' eyes. If there is one thing I have learned as a parent, it's how important it is to let your children know that your love is unconditional. So how do we do this? Set your expectations for your children based ...
Feeling God's Love Amidst Mental Health Challenges - My Discussion with Cassidy Lundgren
November 14, 2022 17:02 - 40 minutes - 55.1 MBIn this episode, I talk to Cassidy Lundgren about her struggle with scrupulosity (religious OCD) and depression. She's a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, a wife and mother to four children. Cassidy talks about her battle with mental illness and how it impacted her ability to feel God's love for her. I'm so grateful to Cassidy for being so willing to share her story with us. Whether you suffer from mental helath challenges yourself, or know someone who does - liste...
One Simple Thing You Can Do To Connect with Your Teen Today
November 02, 2022 05:57 - 26 minutes - 36.1 MBAll your teen wants is to be seen. Think about it. When someone acknowledges you and says your name, doesn't it feel good? Our kids are the same way. They may not act like they notice or appreciate it, but I promise it will make a huge difference in your relationship if you put this into practice. Active Recognition - noticing something your child is doing and let them know you see them. Try it! Follow me @kristengoodmancoaching on Instagram for more helpful tips for parenting yo...
How to stop yelling at your teens - BONUS REPLAY
October 21, 2022 01:59 - 41 minutes - 56.6 MBDid you miss the workshop on Monday? No worries, listen to it here! And if you're like me, it will be at 1.25 speed 😊 I'll give you 3 tips to help you stop getting so frustrated with your teen. You'll know where to start and learn how to be patient with yourself in the process. Click Here for information on joining me and parents just like you in my Parenting in the Middle Group Coaching Course. We start on October 24th and right now, if you use the code CONNECTION you will get 10% o...
Why The Story You Are Creating About Your Teen Is So Important
October 12, 2022 14:37 - 23 minutes - 32.1 MBEvery day, we tell ourselves a story. We create stories because it gives meaning to our lives. When things are going well, our stories make us feel good. However, when problems come up, the stories we create make us feel like we have failed. Listen to this episode as I explain a time when the story I had about my teenager didn't serve me. It didn't serve them either. It only increased my anxiety and created a power struggle with my teen. You can change your story. No matter how you're...
When you feel like "just a mom"
September 29, 2022 15:24 - 26 minutes - 36 MBIn this episode, I share my origin story and how I discovered coaching. I jump back several years to my old mindset when I felt stuck, unfulfilled, and empty inside. Even though I loved being a mom, I wasn’t doing “enough” in my mind. I thought that I should have a clean house, be organized, and have my kids act a certain way…but that wasn’t happening. I finally got to the point where I thought, “I’ve got to do something because what I’m doing isn’t working.” This is when I was intr...
Don't Let Fear Prevent You From Enjoying Your Life
September 15, 2022 15:58 - 32 minutes - 45.2 MBImagine that you are speaking in front of a big group of people. Your palms are sweaty; your knees are shaking; your heart is pounding. Public speaking is something that is scary for a lot of us. Your fear may tempt you to run away from the situation, but fear doesn’t have to be a signal to stop. In fact, it’s just an emotion you’re feeling and it’s only as powerful as you let it be. Whether it’s public speaking, pitching your course, or having a complicated discussion with your teenage...
Correct Your Teens Behavior Without Losing Your Temper
September 09, 2022 09:00 - 20 minutes - 28.1 MBYou want to be the perfect parent – we all do. But the reality is, you are human and you make mistakes. Even with the best of intentions, you're going to mess up at some point. Take a breath, it's okay. In this episode, I'm going to share what you can do when you make a parenting mistake. What do you do when you get angry or put too much pressure on your kids? Simply put, you can own your shortcomings, recognize your mistakes, and mend your relationship when necessary. Are you r...
How to Overcome Perfectionism with Monica Packer
September 01, 2022 21:26 - 35 minutes - 48.6 MBMonica was the ideal teen…until she wasn’t. Her shield of perfectionism had made her unknowable, unreachable, and unseeable. She couldn’t let people see her weaknesses and had created an image for herself that she could no longer uphold. That is when everything came crashing down. Monica Packer from the About Progress podcast joins me on this episode to talk about how life is about progress, not perfection. She shares her story of how she recovered from being a burnt-out perfectioni...
Accepting vs. Condoning
August 26, 2022 01:00 - 26 minutes - 35.8 MBWhat if I told you that the best way to get your teen to change is to accept them just the way they are. Crazy right? But it's true. So let's unravel the thoughts that make it hard for us to accept our teens just as they are. You will have less contention in your home, more connection with your teen and more fun while parenting when you do this. Want to learn more? Download my Guide Here 3 Ways to Avoid a Power Struggle Link to Article Accept Your Teenager Just As They Are
Clothing Battles and Dress Codes
August 06, 2022 17:20 - 31 minutes - 43.5 MBWhat do you think? Should parents have a say in the way their teenagers dress? Modesty and clothing battles isn't anything new. We went through it and our parents went through it. But your teen is more than what they wear or what they look like. In this episode, I share my thoughts about why I shifted from being the mom who required undershirts to the mom who wants her girls comfortable in their own skin. Want to join me in September for my Parenting in the Middle group coaching ...
How To Be A More Assertive Parent
June 24, 2022 21:42 - 21 minutes - 29.2 MBDo you sometimes feel like you're a pushover? The resentment builds and then you explode? Listen to this episode for ways to get what you need without guilt tripping or yelling. Assertive parents have boundaries, ask for what they need and allow their children to have needs and boundaries too. Download my free guide to avoid a power struggle HERE Schedule a free call HERE
Connect with Your Teen - Try This Simple Tip!
June 18, 2022 18:54 - 30 minutes - 41.8 MBWe can get stuck into this trap that successful parenting means raising kids who listen and always follow the rules. Successful parenting is giving our kids the internal resources they need to handle frustration and disappointment. Successful parenting is helping our kids grow into their own unique self and sharing their light with the world. Successful parents don't resist mistakes and learn to walk with their children as they navigate life. Click below for a free session and start ...
3 Ways To Powerful Connection With Your Teen (REPLAY)
June 07, 2022 02:30 - 1 hour - 86.5 MBHow can you stay calm and in control when your teen is driving you nuts? Is it possible to strengthen the relationship you have with your teen even when you think they don't like you? Yes! Listen in and I will show you how. Want to join me for the next six weeks? Join me in my small group coaching program! Click Here to register.
Embracing Both the Good and Hard of Life
June 02, 2022 19:12 - 20 minutes - 28.7 MBLife is both: Good and Bad, Hard and Easy We can allow the emotions that come with our life. The peace, love gratitude AND the grief, heartache, and pain. We often think it will be easier when....our kids get through this challenge, when we lose weight, when we have more money. I will explain why this isn't true and why the thoughts and feelings you have now, will be the same thoughts and feelings you will have later. Want to come to my Parenting Teens Masterclass? Register Here ...
How To Get Your Teen To Tell You The Truth
May 23, 2022 23:54 - 33 minutes - 46.3 MBSummer is here! Our teens have more time to spend on their devices - do you know what they are doing on them? What shows are they watching, who are they talking to? Listen to this episode to find out how to approach these questions to get honest responses. And what do you do when you get an answer you don't like? I've got that for you too. Listen in! Light the Fight Podcast link here Click here to read my blog post, "You've Lost Your Temper, Now What?"
Should You Pay Your Kids for Grades?
May 17, 2022 18:49 - 24 minutes - 33.8 MBDo you pay your kids for grades? In this episode I will tell you why I stopped paying for grades and what I do instead. I will give you four ways to help your child develop intrinsic motivation. What's the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and how do you know when it's okay to incentivize your kids? Listen in and I can help you decide for yourself. Free Guide for How to Avoid a Power Struggle Join waitlist for my group coaching course in June! Email me with com...
How I Enjoy Mother's Day All Year Long
May 09, 2022 15:11 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBMother's Day, birthdays, holidays....they can feel like a lot. We put a lot of pressure on ourselves and on that day for it it to be perfect. Listen in as I tell you my ten favorite ways that make me feel like a good mom. These practices and beliefs also help me love my kids unconditionally, exactly as they are. Want to join my Parenting In The Middle Group this summer? https://www.parentinginthemiddle.com/waitlist Follow me on Instagram @kristengoodmancoaching https://www.instagram...
Feel Less Overwhelmed
May 03, 2022 03:51 - 18 minutes - 25.6 MBDo you feel like you have so much to do and not enough time? Are you feeling inadequate with all that's on your plate? In this episode, I share the four types of thoughts that create overwhelm for us and how to let them go. Feel less overwhelmed and more patient and confident. https://www.parentinginthemiddle.com/powerstruggle
Letting Go of Feeling Responsible For Your Kids Choices
April 25, 2022 15:54 - 23 minutes - 31.7 MBIt's natural and loving to want your kids to be happy. Of course we want our kids to make good choices. But it becomes toxic when our happiness actuallly depends on it. Allowing our kids to think and feel what they are feeling is the most loving thing we can do. Listen to this episode to find out how. Click here to get my free guide for avoiding a power struggle Have questions? Email me at [email protected]
Letting Go of Feeling Responsible For Your Kids
April 25, 2022 15:54 - 23 minutes - 31.7 MBIt's natural and loving to want your kids to be happy. Of course we want our kids to make good choices. But it becomes toxic when our happiness actuallly depends on it. Allowing our kids to think and feel what they are feeling is the most loving thing we can do. Listen to this episode to find out how. Click here to get my free guide for avoiding a power struggle Have questions? Email me at [email protected]
Mom Guilt and What To Do About It
April 21, 2022 22:35 - 24 minutes - 33 MBGuilt can come in many ways. From personal insecurities, other people's opinions & social media comparison. In this episode, I talk about why it's important to manage how we feel and the impact it can have on our relationships. Get my free guide for avoiding power struggles here! Have questions? Email me at [email protected]
Parenting Triggers
April 14, 2022 17:40 - 20 minutes - 28.8 MBUnderstanding how to respond to your parenting triggers will help you keep your cool and control your temper.
When Your Teen Won't Listen and Thinks You're Annoying
January 27, 2022 21:49 - 21 minutes - 30.1 MBSee how simple 3 powerful questions can be to help you connect with your teen and get them to help you out. Join my parenting coaching course waitlist here! https://www.parentinginthemiddle.com/waitlist kristengoodmancoaching.com
How to Keep Your Cool
January 20, 2022 22:50 - 14 minutes - 20 MBIn this episode, I talk about why it's important to not take your child's behavior personally. I also explain how important it is to be the captain of your child's ship. Not sure what I mean? Listen to the episode. Email me with questions at [email protected] Tired of the power struggle? Click link below to get easy tools that will help you today! 3 Ways to Avoid a Power Struggle with your Teens
Teaching Our Kids About Pornography & Healthy Sexuality - It's never too late!
August 19, 2021 20:46 - 43 minutes - 59.8 MBJoin me in this episode where I talk to Emily Christensen about how to take the shame out of pornography discussions with our kids and teach it alongside healthy sexuality. It's a game changer! To connect with Emily: She absolutely welcomes any DM's or emails with questions. Reach out to her on IG @emilychristensencoaching or email her at [email protected] Her website www.emilychristensencoaching.com will launch soon!
Connecting With Your Children, Even When You Disagree - A Conversation with Emma Millet
August 10, 2021 14:20 - 48 minutes - 65.9 MBI loved talking to Emma and hearing her perspective about what it's like to be a single adult member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She is helping bridge the gap often felt between the younger and older generations. You will love her energy and spirit. Emma is a young professional who loves being in a business world and surrounded by entrepreneurs. She has a degree in Psychology and education in Behavioral Health, Trauma, Life-Coaching, and Neuro-Linguistic Programmi...
Be the Boss of Your Emotions
June 15, 2021 22:47 - 16 minutes - 22.1 MBUnderstanding your emotions is essential for you to be able to control them. The goal is not to avoid feeling negative emotions, the goal is to know what to do with them. Join my Parenting in the Middle Coaching Course here: https://www.parentinginthemiddle.com/offers/tUVzMu8t/checkout Register for my free training here: https://late-lake-1662.ck.page/39f2ec3bff Click here for access to the workbook that goes along with this episode. https://late-lake-1662.ck.page/65af3c524c
Finding Yourself in Motherhood
June 08, 2021 00:18 - 20 minutes - 28.1 MBIn this episode, I explain why it's important to think of ourself as a person first and a mom second. I also talk about why it's so hard to do sometimes. Join me for a live webinar on June 18th! Register here https://late-lake-1662.ck.page/39f2ec3bff
Journaling Through Postpartum Depression with Karla Carlston
May 31, 2021 04:00 - 26 minutes - 36.7 MBKarla Carlston is the creator of JOT Journals. In this episode, she shares her experience with postpartum depression and how it led to the creation of her business. You can find Karla on instagram @jot_journals Her website is https://j-o-t-journals.myshopify.com
Boys vs. Girls - Do We Need To Parent Them Differently? Interview with Ben Pugh
May 24, 2021 04:30 - 39 minutes - 53.9 MBBen Pugh is a life coach who works with both parents and teens. Ben called himself a "knucklehead kid" and shares his experience of how adults treated him after getting in some trouble as a teen. These experiences led him on a mission to help troubled teens see a better version of themselves. Ben is passionate about letting both parents and teens alike know that we don't need to catastrophize everything. Showing up as your best self will help us have more influence on the teens in our l...
How To Stop People Pleasing
May 17, 2021 16:03 - 27 minutes - 37.3 MBBeing liked and approved of feels good doesn't it? But it can create resentment and frustration when we try to make other people approve of us by people pleasing. We aren't true to who we are and this can create a disconnect in our relationships. In this episode I talk about how we can stop this cycle and still show up in love for everyone around us.
Creating a Less Stressful Home Environment For Your Teen
May 10, 2021 20:29 - 30 minutes - 42 MBMake your home a place of refuge for your teen. A place where they can escape the pressures and stresses of their everyday life. A place where they feel safe to talk, connect and be influenced by you.
Cheryl Cardall - Helping Children Through Mental Health Challenges
May 03, 2021 04:25 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MBIn this podcast, Cheryl gets real about her own parenting journey. She is passionate about breaking the stigma of mental health challenges, especially among children and teens. She is the host of her own podcast called, Fight Like A Mother. She is knowledgable in both education and first hand experience. I'm so grateful to her for sharing her story her. Find Cheryl on instagram @cherylcardall and @fightlikeamotherpodcast She has a membership group called Parents Rising to help parents...
Loving Your Kids Unconditionally - Interview with Kari Bates
April 26, 2021 04:00 - 33 minutes - 45.8 MBIn this episode, I interview Kari Bates. Kari is a life coach, mother of 6 and a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Her children range in age from 15 to 25 years old. Her perspective on parenting will help you as you navigate the relationship you have with your teens. Especially as your teens grow and begin to have their own ideas, experiences and beliefs. Enjoy! Find Kari on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/kariannebates and on instagram at https://www.ins...
Solving Sibling Rivalry
April 20, 2021 03:16 - 28 minutes - 39.2 MBIn this episode, you will learn how to ignore fighting, when to step in when you can't and how to help your kids resolve their own problems. The tools in this episode are applicable for kids ages 4 and up - you won't want to miss it. Free yourself from being the referee, judge and jury!
Parenting Shame
April 13, 2021 02:58 - 22 minutes - 30.5 MBParenting teens can be one of the most challenging things you will ever do. Why? Because you feel responsible for your teens behavior and for how they feel. Listen to this episode for ways to get out of this painful shame cycle.