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

Ever finish a scroll session feeling more anxious or irritated than when you started?Many moms of teens turn to social media for a mental break—only to walk away feeling emotionally drained. This episode introduces a simple, eye-opening self-coaching tool that helps you check in with your body and emotions while you scroll, helping you make more intentional choices without guilt or restriction.Learn how to identify what scrolling is really doing to your nervous systemDiscover why mindfulness—not willpower—is the key to breaking screen habitsApply this powerful tool beyond social media to other unwanted habits in your lifeHit play to learn how a 30-second scroll check-in can transform your screen time—and your emotional well-being.Take the Communication Style Under Stress quiz now—it only takes a minute!How to Talk About the BIG Stuff With Your TeenNew episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6:00 AM ESTBook a free 1:1 coaching consult hereConnect with me at [email protected] Learn more about me at www.coachwithjessica.caThis powerful podcast explores how moms and parents can navigate anxiety, overwhelm, and grief while building resilience, confidence, and emotional intelligence, offering tools for better communication, active listening, and setting healthy boundaries to foster trust, reduce yelling and punishment, de-escalate conflict and escalation, and strengthen relationships with teens through empathy, calm, and lasting harmony.

Ever felt like a hypocrite telling your teen to get off their phone—while scrolling on yours?If you're avoiding the screen time conversation with your teen because you're battling your own habits, you're not alone. This episode explores how to break the shame cycle and lead your teen from a place of honesty, not perfection.Discover why your own screen time struggles can actually build connection with your teen instead of breaking trust.Learn how to approach the conversation without guilt or self-judgment so it actually leads to change.Gain a simple mindset shift that turns mutual struggle into a chance for collaborative leadership and family growth.Listen now to learn how to shift from self-criticism to calm confidence in your next screen time conversation with your teen.Take the Communication Style Under Stress quiz now—it only takes a minute!How to Talk About the BIG Stuff With Your TeenNew episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6:00 AM ESTBook a free 1:1 coaching consult hereConnect with me at [email protected] more about me at www.coachwithjessica.caThis powerful podcast explores how moms and parents can navigate anxiety, overwhelm, and grief while building resilience, confidence, and emotional intelligence, offering tools for better communication, active listening, and setting healthy boundaries to foster trust, reduce yelling and punishment, de-escalate conflict and escalation, and strengthen relationships with teens through empathy, calm, and lasting harmony.

Do you dread bringing up screen time with your teen because it always ends in conflict or power struggles?You’re not alone — for many moms, managing screen time feels like a constant tug-of-war that leaves everyone frustrated. In this episode, Jessica Stewart and parenting expert Tess Connolly dive deep into how to move away from resentment and into cooperation, all while protecting your relationship with your teen.Discover how to spot early signs of unhealthy screen habits — before they damage sleep, mood, or relationships.Learn the exact steps to co-create a screen time agreement with your teen that builds trust and independence.Get practical, non-judgmental communication tools to end daily tech fights and start calmer, more connected conversations.Listen now to learn the calm, confident strategy to ditch screen time battles and help your teen take ownership of their tech use.About today's guest:Tess Connolly, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker, seasoned parent coach, and the host of the Single Parenting Reset podcast. She specializes in guiding families—especially those with tweens and teens—toward more intentional, cooperative, and values-based relationships.Through her compassionate, personalized guide-and-coach approach, Tess helps parents uncover and build on the strengths they already have. Her work empowers families to confidently navigate parenting challenges while fostering deeper connection and trust at home.Whether she's supporting single parents or families navigating tough transitions, Tess is passionate about helping you create a calmer, happier, and healthier family life—without power struggles or guilt.Grab her Tech Reset Agreement HereFind her at www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.comNew episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6:00 AM ESTTake the Communication Style Under Stress quiz now—it only takes a minute!How to Talk About the BIG Stuff With Your TeenBook a free 1:1 coaching consult hereConnect with me at [email protected] Learn more about me at www.coachwithjessica.caThis powerful podcast explores how moms and parents can navigate anxiety, overwhelm, and grief while building resilience, confidence, and emotional intelligence, offering tools for better communication, active listening, and setting healthy boundaries to foster trust, reduce yelling and punishment, de-escalate conflict and escalation, and strengthen relationships with teens through empathy, calm, and lasting harmony.

Do you instantly imagine the worst when your teen misses an assignment or shuts down—and feel powerless to stop it?It’s completely normal for your mind to spiral when your teen starts slipping at school or pulling away emotionally. But living in a constant state of panic doesn’t help them—or you. In this short episode, you’ll learn how to work with your fear instead of against it.Understand why your brain jumps straight to worst-case scenarios when your teen struggles.Learn a powerful “Then What?” coaching tool to ground yourself when anxiety takes over.Discover how to shift out of catastrophizing and into calm, present-moment parenting.Tune in now to learn how to move from fear to calm with a simple mental tool you can use anytime your teen’s behavior sends your brain into panic mode.Take the Communication Style Under Stress quiz now—it only takes a minute!How to Talk About the BIG Stuff With Your TeenNew episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6:00 AM ESTBook a free 1:1 coaching consult hereConnect with me at [email protected] Learn more about me at www.coachwithjessica.caThis powerful podcast explores how moms and parents can navigate anxiety, overwhelm, and grief while building resilience, confidence, and emotional intelligence, offering tools for better communication, active listening, and setting healthy boundaries to foster trust, reduce yelling and punishment, de-escalate conflict and escalation, and strengthen relationships with teens through empathy, calm, and lasting harmony.

Ever feel like your yelling and past reactions may have permanently damaged your relationship with your teen?If you’ve been lying awake at night replaying moments you regret—words you wish you could take back, reactions that feel too big—you’re not alone. This episode is a lifeline for moms feeling weighed down by guilt, wondering if it’s too late to repair the connection with their teenager.Discover why yelling doesn’t mean you’ve failed—it’s actually rooted in deep care and fearLearn how repair (not perfection) is the most powerful tool for reconnecting with your teen.Get a practical mindset shift to help you pause and choose a calmer response in the heat of the moment.Press play now to learn how you can stop the guilt spiral and start rebuilding trust and connection with your teen—starting today.Take the Communication Style Under Stress quiz now—it only takes a minute!How to Talk About the BIG Stuff With Your TeenNew episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 6:00 AM ESTBook a free 1:1 coaching consult hereConnect with me at [email protected] Learn more about me at www.coachwithjessica.caThis powerful podcast explores how moms and parents can navigate anxiety, overwhelm, and grief while building resilience, confidence, and emotional intelligence, offering tools for better communication, active listening, and setting healthy boundaries to foster trust, reduce yelling and punishment, de-escalate conflict and escalation, and strengthen relationships with teens through empathy, calm, and lasting harmony.