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Single Parenting Reset Show: For Solo Parents of Tweens and Teens — Manage Behavior Problems, Reduce Screen Time & Improve Communication

Therese Connolly

Welcome to Single Parenting Reset Show — The go-to podcast for single parents (single moms and single dads) of tweens and teens to reduce screen time, improve communication, and build stronger family connections. Hosted by Tess Connolly, LCSW, a parent and family coach who understands the unique challenges of solo parenting. Each episode offers practical behavioral strategies, confidence-building tools, and real-life support for single parents. You"ll get help managing screen time, improving

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All Episodes

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236. Why Communicating With Your Tween or Teen...

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2026/02/12

Is your teen brushing you off, rolling their eyes, or acting like your words don’t matter anymore? What if the way you speak to them is the secret to reconnecting?As tweens and teens pull away, many parents stop using loving, affirming language—thinking it’s no longer welcome or effective. But in this deeply personal episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, shares why the opposite is true. Backed by personal stories and powerful research, you'll hear how simple words can shape trust, identity, and emotional

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235. Why Taking Your Teen’s Phone Away Backfires—And...

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2026/02/10

Ever feel like taking your teen’s phone away is the only option—but it always ends in another argument?If you’re a single parent trying to set screen time boundaries without becoming the screen time police, this episode offers a better way forward. In a world where AI chatbots and social media are your teen’s go-to for support, staying connected requires a shift from control to mentorship.In this episode, you'll discover:How to replace power struggles with digital mentorship so your teen actually

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09:13

234. Your Teen Isn’t Pushing You Away—They’re...

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2026/02/06

Is your teen pulling away—and every time you try to connect, it only seems to push them further?If you’re a single parent feeling lost in the silence or fearing the distance means you're failing, this episode will reframe everything. Tess Connolly, LCSW, walks you through why this disconnect is normal, and how most parenting advice is doing more harm than good.Learn why your teen’s distance is a healthy part of development—not a personal rejection.Discover how to transition from “managing” your teen

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233. Why Gentle Parenting Backfires Without Firm...

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2026/02/03

Do you ever feel stuck between being the "too soft" parent who gets walked all over and the "mean" one who yells and regrets it later?Many single parents find themselves swinging between two extremes—permissive parenting that lacks boundaries and authoritarian parenting that shuts kids down. But what if there was a third way that actually builds trust, improves screen time struggles, and keeps the peace?Why high empathy without structure increases anxiety and leads to screen-time battlesWhy strict

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09:57

232. Why Your Teen’s Screen Use Probably Isn’t...

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2026/01/29

Are you constantly setting screen time rules—only to be ignored or met with resistance from your tween or teen?If you're a single parent juggling both connection and control, you're not alone. Parenting tweens and teens solo can leave you stuck in a cycle of exhaustion, over-explaining, or giving in just to keep the peace. But what if there was a science-backed way to reset the dynamic?Learn the Bridge Method, a brain-based script that gets through to your teen—without the blowupsUse AI tools as

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231. Triggered by Your Teen? How to Stay Calm When...

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2026/01/27

Ever feel like your teen’s screen time habits, bad attitude, or boundary-pushing behaviors are personally attacking your sanity?If you’re a single parent raising a tween or teen, you already know how quickly everyday stress can escalate into anger — especially when you're dealing with screen time limits, vaping or drinking concerns, or flat-out defiance. In this powerful episode, Dr. Mitch Abrams joins Tess to break down what anger really means for parents, and how to use it as a tool — not a

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230. The Hidden Impact of Social Media on Tween and...

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2026/01/22

Are you tired of the constant battles with your teen over screen time—wondering why they just won’t put the phone down?In this eye-opening episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, explains how your teen’s addiction to scrolling isn’t laziness or defiance—it’s neurological manipulation. Discover why those endless TikToks are more powerful than your rules, and what you can do about it, especially as a single parent.You’ll understand the brain science behind your teen’s obsession with their phone—and why nagging

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38:20

229. Forget Lectures—Breathwork Builds Better...

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2026/01/20

Are screen time battles, teen backtalk, or constant conflict leaving you emotionally drained as a single parent?For parents of tweens and teens, everyday moments like bedtime, homework, and phone limits can quickly spiral into major stress. What if there was a simple, science-backed way to reset your energy—and your communication—in real time? In this episode, breathwork coach Arleen Peterzak shares how intentional breathing can help single parents manage conflict, model emotional regulation, and

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08:59

228. Why Everything Feels Harder With Your Teen Right...

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2026/01/15

Are you stuck in constant battles over screen time, routines, and emotional blowups with your tween or teen—and wondering why everything feels harder lately?You're not imagining it. Research shows that high screen time is linked to increased anxiety and depression in teens—and late winter brings developmental and seasonal stress that only intensifies the tension. But the answer isn’t more rules—it’s a new kind of reset.Discover what’s really behind your teen’s rising irritability and shutdownsLearn

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10:27

227. 5 Ways to Build Emotional Resilience in Your...

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2026/01/13

Does every conversation with your tween turn into a power struggle, especially around screen time? You’re not alone—and this episode reveals what’s really going on beneath the pushback. If you’re a single parent dealing with nonstop arguments, shutdowns, and oppositional behavior, you might be missing the deeper message your child is trying to send. This episode uncovers why opposition is often less about attitude and more about stress, emotional safety, and your child’s need for connection and

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08:39

226. If Your Teen Is Pulling Away — Listen to This...

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2026/01/08

Is your teen pulling away, spending more time alone, and talking less — leaving you wondering if you’re losing them?If you're a parent watching your teen go quiet or withdraw, it’s easy to panic. But this stage — while scary — can be both normal and navigable. The way you respond in this moment could either protect your connection or push them further away.How to tell the difference between normal independence and warning signs that need more attention.What not to do when your teen shuts down — and

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225 3 Mistakes Parents Make With Teens in January—And...

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2026/01/06

Have you already repeated yourself three times today—and still got silence, eye rolls, or snapping back from your teen?If the new year already feels like old battles—around school, sleep, or screens—this episode will give you a powerful reframe. Especially after the holidays, most teens are emotionally dysregulated, and jumping straight to correction isn’t just ineffective—it’s damaging. You don’t need to talk more, you need to start differently.Learn why January is the worst time to lead with

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224. Best of 2025: The 5 Most Effective Screen Time...

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2026/01/01

Is screen time creating chaos, conflict, and constant tension in your home?You're not alone—and you're not powerless. In this year-end "best of" episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, shares the most effective and research-backed screen time strategies from 2025 that actually help tweens and teens reduce screen dependence without damaging your relationship.Discover why co-creating a tech vision with your teen leads to more cooperation (and less rebellion).Learn how connection—not correction—is the real key

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223. How to Handle Arguments With Tweens Without...

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2025/12/30

Are you constantly arguing with your tween or teen and wondering why every conversation turns into a power struggle?You're not alone—and you're definitely not failing. In this "Best of 2025" episode, parent and family coach Tess Connolly, LCSW, breaks down why conflict is developmentally normal and how single parents can navigate it with less yelling, more connection, and a lot more peace at home.Learn 5 powerful mindset and communication shifts to defuse arguments before they spiral.Discover how to

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222. What Teens Remember Most From Holidays Isn’t...

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2025/12/25

Feeling overwhelmed or pulled in every direction this Christmas Day as a single parent? You’re not alone—and this reset is exactly what you need.Between the pressure of gifts, logistics, screen time, and co-parenting dynamics, Christmas can be an emotional minefield—especially with tweens and teens. This episode offers a calming antidote: a gentle, grounding Christmas Day Reset to help you stay present, connected, and emotionally centered with your child.Discover 5 short, doable rituals to bring

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221. Why Holiday Screen Time Spirals Out of Control —...

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2025/12/23

Are screens quietly taking over your home this December — turning your teen into a moody ghost and your holidays into chaos?If you're a single parent already noticing more eye-rolls, late-night scrolling, and tension around devices, you're not imagining things. Holiday break brings disrupted routines, more downtime, and zero structure — the perfect storm for screen overload and emotional blowups. But it doesn’t have to be that way.Discover why screen time feels so unmanageable during the holidays

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220. How to Talk to Your Tween About Vaping Without...

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2025/12/18

Do you really know what your teen might be offered at their next holiday party? With school out and the holiday season in full swing, teens have more unstructured time, less supervision, and more peer pressure than ever—especially when it comes to vaping and THC pens. If you're a single parent of a tween or teen, this episode arms you with what to say before they head out.Learn why the holiday season spikes vaping and THC use among teens.Get a word-for-word conversation you can use today to keep

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219. When Your Teen Is Extra Moody During the...

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2025/12/16

Is your teen snapping at you, glued to their phone, or arguing over every little thing this December? The holiday season can push everyone to the edge—especially your teen. With disrupted routines, overstimulation, and mounting pressure, moods are volatile. If you're a single parent feeling overwhelmed by conflict and chaos, this episode brings relief.Learn a 3-second strategy that stops arguments before they even startGet a communication reset script that works—even with prickly teensDiscover how

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218. 5 Mistakes Single Parents Make Around Rules,...

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2025/12/11

Feeling like the only parent trying to enforce rules while your co-parent plays it loose with curfews, screen time, or even vaping? The holidays make it worse — but there's a better way.When co-parenting dynamics clash, especially during the high-stress holiday season, many single parents feel like they’re swimming upstream. If you're the one holding the line while your co-parent is more relaxed (or even oppositional), you're not alone — and you don’t have to parent from a place of frustration or

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217. 5 Signs Your Teen May Be Vaping & How Single...

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2025/12/09

Are you a single parent of a tween or teen wondering how to handle vaping, screen time, or other tough topics — without constant arguments or shutdowns?In this episode of The Single Parenting Reset Show, Tess Connolly talks with fellow single mom and respiratory therapist Jessica Stewart about how to recognize vaping use, how it affects teen brains and behavior, and how to start these conversations to improve communication and build trust—especially for single parents managing behavior

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