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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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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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216. 8 Discipline Mistakes Single Parents Make With...

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2025/12/04

Ever feel like your teen just shrugs off every consequence you give—curfew blown, phone gone, and they still say "whatever"?If you’re a parent stuck in a loop of threats, punishments, and zero results, this episode will explain why your teen tunes out—and how to reset your approach for real change. Most consequences aren’t working because they don’t teach anything. But with the right strategies, you can shift from power struggles to peaceful, effective parenting.Discover 8 evidence-based techniques

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07:50

215. 5 Subtle Signs Your Teen Is Acting Entitled &...

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2025/12/02

Ever feel like your teen expects VIP treatment 24/7 — instant rides, new phones, last-minute rescues — and flips out when you say no?You’re not alone. Many parents, especially single parents, are seeing more entitled behavior from their teens — and struggling to manage it without constant arguments. This episode dives deep into where entitlement comes from, how it’s fueled by screens and peer culture, and what you can actually do to reset the tone at home.Learn why entitlement isn’t about character

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213. 3 Ways to Handle Screen Time With Teens Over...

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2025/11/25

Tired of trying to enjoy Thanksgiving while your teen's face is glued to a screen? If you're a single parent trying to create meaningful family time during the holidays—but end up arguing over screen time—you're not alone. This episode gives you a simple, connection-focused reset to help you set screen time boundaries without the usual tension or power struggles. In this episode, you’ll discover:How to set clear screen time expectations before Thanksgiving startsWhy using screen time as a tool (not

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08:38

213. Why Your Teen Isn't Talking To You: Common...

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2025/11/25

Ever feel like your teen has completely shut down — no conversation, just shrugs, one-word answers, or silence?You’re not alone. Many single parents are trying their best, but unknowingly creating communication roadblocks that push their teens further away. This episode breaks down the exact reasons that connection feels so hard — and what small shifts can bring your teen back to the table.Discover 5 common parenting habits that actually shut down teen communication — and how to reverse them.Learn

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212. How to Respond When Your Teen Is Rude (Without...

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2025/11/21

Tired of feeling disrespected by your teen and not knowing how to respond without yelling or shutting down? When your teen rolls their eyes or snaps back with sarcasm, it’s hard not to take it personally. But what if you could handle those tense moments with calm, confidence, and connection — instead of chaos?Learn why your teen’s rude behavior is often not about you — and what’s really going on underneath.Discover 5 simple do’s and don’ts to help you respond without losing your cool.Get 6 exact

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211. How To Respond When You Actually Catch Your Teen...

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2025/11/18

Is your teen insisting “it’s not a problem” even though you’ve seen air fresheners, eye drops, or sudden “new friends”…and you suspect vaping?In this episode, Tess and Gigi walk through what actually works when you think your teen is vaping marijuana or nicotine—starting with how you respond. You’ll see why reacting in anger usually shuts the conversation down, why so many teens try it out of curiosity or stress (not because they’re “bad”), and how to turn this into an ongoing, honest dialogue

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210. How To Defuse Arguments With Your Tween or Teen...

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2025/11/13

Ever feel like every conversation with your teen turns into an argument — and you're both left frustrated and unheard?You're not alone — but there's a smarter way to navigate these tense moments. In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW and parent coach, shares a calm, connection-first approach to arguing with your teen that doesn’t end in slammed doors or shut-downs. If you’re tired of lecturing, yelling, or feeling like the “bad guy,” this episode offers a new path forward.Discover the best time and

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08:37

209. Is Your Tween or Teen Hiding a Vaping Habit?...

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2025/11/11

Do you ever wonder if your teen might be vaping—but can’t tell if you’re just being paranoid? With vaping devices disguised as everyday objects and flavored cartridges designed to appeal to teens, it’s getting harder for parents to spot the signs. This episode helps you identify what’s really going on when your teen’s behavior starts to shift, so you can step in before things escalate.Learn the most common behavioral, physical, and environmental signs that signal your teen might be vaping.Understand

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208. Why Letting Teens Set Their Own Screen Time...

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2025/11/06

Is your teen glued to their phone — and every screen time rule you try only leads to arguments and frustration?If you’ve ever wondered whether giving your teenager more control over their own device use is risky or wise, this episode breaks it all down. Tess Connolly, LCSW, and Gigi explore a real-life case of parents who handed over screen time responsibility to their 16-year-old — and what happened next. You’ll discover how self-regulation, trust, and emotional readiness all play into building

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207. Why Screen Time Fights Are Common for Single...

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2025/11/04

Struggling with screen time limits that spark constant battles with your teen?As a single parent, managing your own screen habits while teaching your teen self-regulation can feel like a losing game. This episode dives deep into how your communication and role modeling directly impact your teen’s behavior—and why traditional screen rules may be working against you.Learn how to set screen boundaries based on developmental readiness—not just age.Discover simple strategies for modeling healthier device

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206. How To Enforce Screen Time Limits With Teens...

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2025/10/30

Are you constantly battling your teen over screen time — especially when it’s time for dinner or bed?In this quick-hit episode of The Single Parenting Reset Show, Tess dives into a real-life parenting challenge: how to reset screen time limits when you've let things slide. Whether your teen is gaming all night or ignoring curfews, this episode offers tactical advice that’s both compassionate and firm.Discover the exact words to use when setting (or re-setting) screen time boundaries.Learn how to use

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205. How Much Screen Time Should Tweens and Teens...

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2025/10/28

Do you ever wonder exactly how much screen time is too much for your tween or teen — and how to actually make limits stick without daily battles?As a single parent, it can feel impossible to manage phones, tablets, and gaming while also keeping peace at home. In this episode, parent and family coach Tess Connolly, LCSW, breaks down what experts like the American Academy of Pediatrics and The Anxious Generation author Jonathan Haidt really recommend — and how to adapt those guidelines in real

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204. How The Caregiver Capacity Map Helps Single...

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2025/10/24

Are you feeling drained from constant power struggles, screen-time battles, and emotional blowups with your teen?In this episode of The Single Parenting Reset Show, host Tess Connolly, LCSW, talks with therapist Katie K. May about the Caregiver Capacity Map—a breakthrough framework that helps single parents understand their own emotional limits and their teen’s unique sensitivities. If you’re exhausted from trying to “stay calm” while managing behavior, co-parenting, and keeping your teen off

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203. From Tension to Trust: How Parents Can Regain...

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2025/10/21

Do you feel like your - once close relationship with your teen is slipping away - and no matter what you try, the distance just grows. You're not alone. Especially for single parents of tweens and teens, the shift between sweet elementary school kids to conflict - heavy adolescence can feel like emotional whiplash. In this episode, therapist Katie K. May breaks down her 3-step Hierarchy of connection - a proven framework developed with working with hundreds of families struggling to re-build

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202. How Much Screen Time Should Tweens and Teens...

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2025/10/16

How much screen time is too much for your tween or teen? It’s one of the biggest questions single parents are asking right now.With schoolwork, social life, and endless scrolling, it can feel impossible to know what’s “too much.” In this episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, breaks down what the experts say about healthy limits for tweens and teens, drawing from the American Academy of Pediatrics, Common Sense Media, and leading researchers like Jonathan Haidt and Jean Twenge.You’ll discover how to balance

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201. Building Trust and Navigating Conflict: Expert...

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2025/10/14

What can parents learn from a hostage negotiator about raising confident teens? A lot more than you might think.In this powerful follow-up conversation, host Tess Connolly, LCSW, talks with Karleen Savage — a TEDx speaker, hostage negotiator, and parent coach — about how parents can build trust, handle conflict, and guide their teens toward confidence and independence.Karleen introduces her Confident Teen Blueprint and shares real-life examples of how parents can apply negotiation and communication

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200. Why Screen Time Limits Alone Won’t Protect Your...

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2025/10/09

Are you constantly wondering if your tween is ready for social media—or worried about how much screen time is too much?If you’re a single parent trying to navigate your tween’s digital world, this episode breaks down the real challenges behind social media readiness. Tess and guest expert Dr. Melanie McNally, PsyD, explore why Gen Z’s relationship with social media is different, and how you can confidently guide your child through it—without constant arguments or fear.In this episode, you’ll learn

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199. How to Support a Child With ADHD - Practical...

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2025/10/07

Are you a single parent trying to figure out whether your child’s struggles with focus, emotions, or school might be ADHD — and how to truly help them thrive?In this insightful episode, host Tess Connolly, LCSW, sits down with Dr. Yael Rothman and Dr. Katia Fredriksen, two pediatric neuropsychologists (a.k.a. “thinking doctors for kids”) who help parents understand the why behind their child’s behaviors. You’ll learn what ADHD really is, how it’s diagnosed, and why many common assumptions about it

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