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Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport

Dear Parents and Educators, This podcast was created for you. This podcast delivers practical, research-based tips to help you confidently support middle schoolers academically, emotionally, and socially. Each episode breaks down what really works during the often challenging middle school years, translating research and real-world experience into clear, doable strategies. From navigating academic pressure and motivation to supporting emotional well-being, friendships, and self-confidence, you’ll

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00:09:48

When Learning Feels Hard Again

Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport ·

2026/01/04

After a school break, many tweens and teens return to the classroom:Looking unmotivated, disconnected, or shut down. Homework goes missing. Work feels overwhelming. Some students freeze, avoid tasks, or ask to leave the room altogether.In this episode of Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport, Karen helps parents and educators understand what’s really happening beneath these behaviors, and why they’re not signs of laziness or defiance.Drawing on her background as a school counselor, Karen explains how

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00:06:58

The Bittersweet Back-to-School Transition

Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport ·

2025/12/27

Returning to school after a break can feel unexpectedly emotional for middle schoolers and the adults who support them. In this episode of Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport, Karen explores why the transition back to routine is often bittersweet for tweens and teens.Karen breaks down what’s really happening beneath irritability, overwhelm, and big reactions to small problems, explaining how freedom, structure, and a developing nervous system collide at the start of a new school period. She offers

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00:06:04

Supporting Tweens and Teens Through Stressful Family...

Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport ·

2025/12/22

Family gatherings are meant to bring people together, but for many tweens and teens, they can feel overwhelming, exhausting, and emotionally draining.In this episode of Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport, Karen helps parents and educators understand why family visits can be so hard on developing nervous systems, especially for middle schoolers who value authenticity and emotional safety. What looks like irritability, withdrawal, or “attitude” is often a sign of social overload, not disrespect.Karen

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00:06:45

Helping Middle Schoolers With Holiday Boredom

Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport ·

2025/12/14

When middle schoolers are home during long breaks, boredom can quietly turn into emotional overwhelm or risky behavior. In this episode of Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport. Former school counselor Karen Brisport explains why boredom is not harmless for tweens and teens and what it’s really communicating beneath the surface.You’ll learn how boredom can lead to meltdowns, withdrawal, or thrill-seeking behaviors, and why these responses are often about a child’s need for control, connection, and

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00:04:48

Helping Middle Schoolers Navigate Big Family Changes

Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport ·

2025/12/08

When a family goes through major changes for example divorce, remarriage, a new baby, or shifts in routines. Middle schoolers often feel the impact more deeply than they can express. In this episode of Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport, we explore how these transitions can create stress, confusion, and emotional withdrawal in tweens and teens.You’ll learn why children may retreat, act out, or seem “unbothered” even when big feelings are brewing beneath the surface, and what the adults in their lives

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00:06:48

Why Your Tone Matters More Than You Think to Middle...

Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport ·

2025/12/01

When a middle schooler snaps, “Don’t raise your voice at me,” it can feel disrespectful, frustrating, and emotionally charged. But underneath that pushback is usually a very different message: “I’m overwhelmed,” “Your tone is stressing me out,” or “I don’t feel heard.”In this episode of Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport, we break down what tweens and teens are really communicating when they use this phrase and why it’s less about volume and more about emotional safety. Karen helps parents and

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00:06:48

What’s Really Behind Holiday Behavior Changes

Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport ·

2025/11/24

The holidays are often filled with excitement, tradition, and anticipation, but for many middle schoolers, this season also brings hidden pressure, comparison, grief, and emotional overload. In this episode, Karen breaks down the silent stress students carry this time of year, why it often goes unnoticed by adults, and what behaviors, like distraction, withdrawal, or missing assignments, may actually be signaling.You’ll learn three simple, compassionate strategies parents and educators can use to

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00:07:55

The Secret Language of Middle Schoolers

Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport ·

2025/11/15

Middle schoolers can feel like a mystery, bored one minute, restless the next, quiet today, overflowing tomorrow. But their behavior is never random. In this episode, Karen Brisport breaks down the real reasons tweens and teens act the way they do in the classroom and at home and how adults can decode those signals with clarity and confidence.You’ll learn why behaviors like constant pencil-sharpening, chatting across the room, or sudden bursts of energy are actually messages about engagement,

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00:07:21

When Your Child Says, “I’m Not Good at Anything”

Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport ·

2025/11/08

When a child says, “I’m not good at anything,” it’s not a complaint, it’s a call for connection.In this heartfelt episode, former school counselor Karen Brisport breaks down how to turn moments of self-doubt into opportunities for growth, confidence, and trust.You’ll learn five powerful steps to help kids manage frustration, reframe failure, and recognize their worth, without pressure or perfection.This episode will help you:Create safe, judgment-free spaces for honest conversations. Use

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00:04:59

The Digital Balance Check

Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport ·

2025/11/03

This episode explores how screen time can quietly become the dominant influence in a child’s emotional, social, and academic world, often before adults realize it. We discuss the subtle signs that a child may be retreating into digital spaces, including shifts in attention, mood, and communication. Listeners will learn how to reset healthy boundaries without conflict by using connection-first conversations, intentional device-free routines, and modeling balanced screen habits. The goal isn’t to

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00:05:39

When Your Child Says ‘I Don’t Want to Go to School

Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport ·

2025/10/26

When a child says, “I don’t want to go to school anymore,” it’s not just defiance, it’s a signal. In this powerful and compassionate episode, we uncover the real reasons why many middle schoolers stop caring about school, from hidden struggles like bullying and learning challenges to deep empathy for parents under stress.Drawing from real-world insight and emotional intelligence, this episode gives parents and educators four practical ways to help kids rediscover their confidence, resilience, and

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00:05:28

Building Bridges, Not Battles: Parenting Through...

Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport ·

2025/10/20

Middle school can feel like a whirlwind, for both kids and the adults who love them. In this episode, former school counselor Karen Brisport breaks down how parents and teachers can help students handle the academic, emotional, and social demands of middle school without feeling overwhelmed.You’ll discover four practical strategies that build confidence, strengthen communication, and bring calm to the chaos, so your tween or teen feels supported, not stressed.Whether you’re a parent navigating

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00:04:54

Helping Kids Stand Strong

Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport ·

2025/10/13

Peer pressure isn’t just about popularity—it’s about survival. In this heartfelt episode, Karen Brisport unpacks the emotional reality of what middle schoolers face and why belonging feels like oxygen.You’ll learn how to help your child (or student) build an inner sense of value that no crowd can shake. Karen shares five simple, powerful strategies that any parent or teacher can start using today, ways to nurture confidence, celebrate strengths, and remind kids that they matter.Whether you’re

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00:06:10

Helping Children Find Their Voice Against Bullying

Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport ·

2025/10/04

In this episode, former school counselor Karen Brisport explores why children often stay silent when bullied and how parents and educators can recognize the hidden warning signs. From sudden resistance to school, avoiding the bus, and missing lunches to sleep problems, classroom withdrawal, and requests for change, Karen highlights key red flags that often go unnoticed. She emphasizes the importance of close observation, empathetic listening, and creating safe spaces for children to share. With

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00:05:33

Breaking Through the Silence

Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport ·

2025/09/29

When tweens and teens shut down, parents and educators are often left feeling helpless and disconnected. In this episode, school counselor Karen Brisport shares three proven strategies to reopen communication with young people: creating space for natural conversations, validating feelings (even when they seem small), and focusing on strengths over mistakes. These simple but powerful tools help adults build trust, reduce tension, and strengthen relationships during some of the most challenging years

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00:06:04

Homework Made Easier

Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport ·

2025/09/22

Homework is one of the top stressors for middle schoolers, often leading to frustration, anxiety, and even physical symptoms like headaches and stomachaches. In this episode, former school counselor Karen Brisport explores why homework can feel overwhelming for kids and offers three practical strategies to make it manageable:1. Create a distraction-free homework environment that promotes focus. 2. Partner with teachers to identify deeper challenges, from learning difficulties to anxiety. 3. Leverage

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00:05:42

Fitting In Fast

Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport ·

2025/09/14

Middle school is one of the most socially complicated times in a child’s life, identities are being formed, friendships are shifting, and kids are trying to carve out their place. Hi, I’m Karen Brisport, a former school counselor, and in this episode, I’ll share four practical strategies to help children not just ‘fit in,’ but genuinely thrive. You’ll find out why making early connections is essential for establishing lasting friendships, how stepping into visible roles in the classroom builds

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00:06:14

Overcoming First-Day Fears

Bouncing Back with Karen Brisport ·

2025/09/10

The first day of middle school can be quite a lot to handle, many kids feel nervous about being accepted, dealing with bullying, and even the chance of getting lost. I’m Karen Brisport, a former school counselor, and in my weekly podcast, I offer strategies to help parents and educators support their children through these hurdles. This week, I’ll share three simple tips: making connections with classmates early or going to open houses to ease social anxieties, asking the right questions to spot

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