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The Teen Years Toolkit For Moms: Parenting Communication Skills to Calm the Chaos

Jessica Stewart

Are you the mom of a teen who’s tired of the yelling, power struggles, and wondering if your relationship will ever feel close again? If parenting your teen feels like a mix of anxiety, grief, and overwhelm, you’re not alone—and you’re not doing it wrong. Host Jessica knows the emotional rollercoaster firsthand. She went from feeling constantly triggered by her sons to building resilience, confidence, and emotional intelligence that helped her connect, not clash, with her teens. This is the

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07:15

#137-Do Your Convos With Your Teen Feel Like Endless...

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2025/10/03

Does it ever feel like talking to your teen is like shouting into static — no matter how much you say, nothing seems to get through?Here’s the truth: what looks like defiance is usually just disconnection. And just like with a dropped phone call, the solution isn’t to talk louder — it’s to check the line and reset the connection.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why disconnection, not disrespect, is often the real issue with teen communicationThe simple question to ask yourself before you keep

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12:39

#136-Feel Like You're Not Getting Through To Your...

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2025/10/01

Do you ever feel like no matter what you say, your teen just doesn’t hear you—or worse, completely tunes you out?Most moms believe they need the “perfect words” to get through to their teenager. But the truth is, your words don’t matter if there’s no reliable connection for your message to land. In this episode, Jessica shares why focusing on repairing and maintaining the communication channel with your teen matters more than any script.Here’s what you’ll walk away with:The #1 shift that turns

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13:09

#135-10 Powerful Communication Secrets You Can Use to...

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2025/09/29

Does every conversation with your teen feel like a battle of eye rolls, one-word answers, or endless arguments?You’re not alone—and it’s not because your teen doesn’t care. The truth is, most moms unknowingly use communication habits that shut down conversations instead of opening them up. This episode gives you practical tools to shift from constant conflict to calm, meaningful connection.Inside, you’ll discover:10 powerful communication secrets that stop power struggles before they startHow to

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05:28

#134-Are You Thinking “I’m Failing as a Mom”?- How to...

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2025/09/26

Do you ever try to tell yourself, “I’m a good mom,” but your brain flat-out refuses to believe it?That’s because big, positive leaps—like going from “I’m failing as a mom” to “I’m amazing”—feel fake when you don’t believe them. In this quick episode of The Teen Years Toolkit for Moms, Jessica Stewart shares the coaching tool called The Thought Ladder to help you gently shift your thoughts in ways your brain will actually accept.By listening, you’ll discover:Why your brain rejects affirmations that

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10:17

#133-Why Your Brain Tells You “I’m Failing as a Mom”...

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2025/09/24

Do you ever catch yourself thinking, “I’m failing as a mom”—especially when your teen struggles, when you lose your cool, or when other moms seem to have it all together?You’re not alone. Many moms of teenagers carry this hidden guilt and self-criticism, but what if that thought isn’t proof you’re failing at all? In this episode, Jessica Stewart, life coach for moms of teens, unpacks why your brain creates these failure alarms and how to shift your perspective so you can respond with calm instead of

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14:24

#132-Do You Feel Like Your Failing as a Mom? Why the...

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2025/09/22

Do you ever catch yourself thinking, “I’m failing as a mom” when your teenager is unhappy, struggling in school, or tuning you out?If so, you’re not alone—and the truth is, those feelings of failure have less to do with your actual parenting and more to do with impossible standards no mom could ever meet. This episode helps you reframe what success really looks like in raising teens so you can release the guilt and focus on what you can control.Discover why your “failure” moments are actually signs

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04:06

#131-How You Can Turn Hurt Into Connection With Your...

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2025/09/19

Do you feel stung when your teen shuts the door and barely says a word—like you’ve lost your connection?The truth is, it’s not your teen’s action that causes the pain, it’s the dramatic story your brain spins about it. In this episode, you’ll learn a practical tool to separate facts from stories so you can stay calm and open to connection, even when your teen pulls away.By listening, you’ll discover:Why your brain jumps to worst-case scenarios when your teen withdrawsA simple 4-step “Fact Checker”

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12:46

#130-Does Your Brain Make Teen Silence Mean...

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2025/09/17

Does your teen come home, head straight to their room, and leave you wondering if you’re being pushed out of their life?If so, you’re not alone—and the real struggle often isn’t their silence, but the painful meaning you attach to it. In this “Coach Me Through This” episode, Jessica helps a mom untangle the heavy thoughts behind her teen’s one-word answers and shows a gentler way forward.In this episode, you’ll discover:A surprising reframe for seeing your teenager’s closed bedroom doorWhy your

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11:44

#129-Is Your Teen Shutting You Out? How One Simple...

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2025/09/15

Does it feel like your teen used to tell you everything, but now they walk in, shut the door, and shut you out?You’re not alone—many moms of teens struggle with the sudden silence and distance, often taking it personally and spiralling into guilt, frustration, or fear that the bond is broken. This episode unpacks why your teen may be pulling away, what you’re unintentionally making it mean, and how to reframe your response to keep communication open.In this episode, you’ll discover:The real reasons

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07:52

#128-Caught In a Tug of War With Your Teenager?How To...

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2025/09/12

Do you feel like every conversation with your teenager turns into a battle of wills that leaves you both frustrated and disconnected?You’re not alone—many moms of teens find themselves in a constant tug of war, trying to guide and protect while their teenager pushes for independence. The problem isn’t that you care too much, it’s that the harder you pull, the harder they push back.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why arguments with teens often spiral into exhausting tug of wars.How the “Drop the

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09:23

#127-How to Break the Argument Cycle And Stop Being...

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2025/09/10

Do you feel like every little issue with your teenager turns into a fight, no matter how hard you try to keep the peace?If arguments about clothes, curfews, or “small stuff” are leaving you frustrated and disconnected from your teen, you’re not alone. The problem isn’t that you’re failing as a parent—it’s that old thought patterns are keeping you stuck in the same cycle.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why your teen’s choices aren’t actually the cause of your frustrationHow to recognize the thoughts

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12:49

#126-Are You Arguing With Your Teen? Here are 3 Steps...

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2025/09/08

Do you find yourself in constant arguments with your teenager, leaving both of you upset and disconnected?If every conversation with your teen feels like a tug-of-war, you’re not alone. Moms everywhere struggle with this exhausting cycle of yelling, power struggles, and the need to “be right.” But the truth is, these arguments don’t create influence or connection—they only push your teen further away.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why arguments with your teen are so common (and what’s really

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07:07

#125-4 Steps You Can Use to Shift From Explosive...

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2025/09/05

Do you ever feel like your teen pushes your buttons and anger takes over before you can stop it?In this episode of Teen Years Toolkit for Moms, you’ll discover why anger isn’t just an outburst but a powerful signal—and how learning to listen to it can completely shift the way you respond in tough moments.By tuning in, you’ll learn:Why anger is more than just emotion—it’s actually a messenger.A simple 4-step “anger check-in” tool you can use anytime you feel triggered.How to uncover your personal

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10:42

#124-Are You Trying To Will Your Anger With Your Teen...

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2025/09/03

Do you find yourself snapping at your teen over eye rolls, messy rooms, or backtalk — and regretting it the second after?If anger feels like it’s running the show in your parenting, you’re not alone. This episode walks you through a real mom’s struggle with constant frustration and shows you a coaching approach that helps break the cycle of yelling, guilt, and power struggles.By listening, you’ll discover:Why anger is more of a messenger than a flaw in parentingHow to spot the real trigger behind

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12:20

#123-Are You Angry With Your Teen All The Time? Why...

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2025/09/01

Do you ever feel guilty for being angry with your teen — like it means you’re failing as a mom?Here’s the truth: your anger isn’t the enemy. It’s actually a messenger. In this episode, we’ll explore how to shift your perspective on anger so you can stop feeling ashamed of it and instead use it to create stronger, more open communication with your teen.By listening, you’ll discover:How to recognize the important messages your anger is sending you.Practical ways to investigate what’s beneath the anger

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09:22

#122-The Surprising “Mouth Zipper” Trick That Can...

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2025/08/29

Do you ever feel like the more you talk to your teen, the less they actually listen?If power struggles, eye-rolls, and constant pushback feel like the norm in your home, this episode is for you. Today, Jessica reveals why moms often fall into the trap of over-talking—and how a surprising tool called the "mouth zipper" can transform tense moments into opportunities for connection.By listening, you’ll discover:The hidden reasons your advice might be pushing your teen away instead of drawing them

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09:01

#121-Coach Me Through This-How Moms Build Trust With...

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2025/08/27

Ever feel like you’ve got the perfect advice for your teen, but the moment you share it, they shut you down with “You don’t understand”?If you’ve been left frustrated, helpless, or wondering why your teen won’t listen, you’re not alone. This episode explores why your teen resists your solutions and what you can do to foster calm communication instead of constant power struggles.By listening, you’ll discover:Why shifting from “fixing” to “listening” can strengthen your bond with your teen.How to

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17:43

#120-Teens Not Listening to Your Advice? How Moms Can...

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2025/08/25

Do you ever feel frustrated when your teen comes to you with a problem, but then shuts down the moment you share your advice?You’re not alone. Many moms fall into “fix-it mode,” believing solutions will strengthen the bond—but the truth is, your teen craves understanding, not instructions. In this episode, we explore why advice-giving often backfires and how listening can transform your relationship.By tuning in, you’ll discover:Why listening builds trust and connection more effectively than

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04:33

#119-Moms Triggered by Your Teen?-How A “Neutralizer”...

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2025/08/22

Do your mornings with your teen feel like an endless cycle of chaos, frustration, and rushed arguments?Most advice tells moms to “just think positive,” but when you’re already stressed, your brain calls that out as fake. This episode shows why positivity doesn’t stick in high-stress teen moments and what actually works to stop the morning blow-ups.By tuning in, you’ll discover:The fastest way to break frustrating morning cycles without needing your teen to change firstA simple, believable mindset

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12:25

#118-Coach Me Through This-How Moms Can Break The...

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2025/08/20

Do your mornings with your teen feel like a frustrating repeat of the same chaos—just like Groundhog Day?If your teen rolls out of bed late, scrambles to find their stuff, and leaves you both annoyed before the day has even started, you’re not alone. Many moms feel stuck in this exhausting cycle. But the truth is, you have far more power to shift your mornings than you think.Discover how your current thoughts about your teen’s behavior are fueling frustration.Learn how to shift into a calmer, even

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