Pivot Parenting: Expert Tips for Navigating Teen and Tween Challenges

Dec 10 2024 245 ep. 32 mins 6

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Welcome to Pivot Parenting, the podcast designed to help you thrive in the ever-changing landscape of raising teens, tweens and young adults. Hosted by Heather Frazier, a triple-certified life coach and mother of four, this show is your go-to resource for expert advice, practical strategies, and compassionate support. Each episode dives deep into the complex world of adolescent development, tackling everything from effective communication and setting boundaries to managing emotional turbulence and fostering independence. Heather draws from her extensive experience to offer insights into the latest parenting trends, research-backed methods, and real-life stories that resonate with parents everywhere. Whether you're struggling with your teen's mood swings, navigating the complexities of social media, or simply looking to strengthen your family bonds, Pivot Parenting provides the tools you need to pivot from frustration and uncertainty to confidence and connection. Our goal is to equip you with the knowledge and skills to not only survive but thrive during these pivotal years. Join us as we explore topics like building trust with your teens, dealing with peer pressure, helping them with mental illness challenges, understanding the teenage brain, and much more. With a focus on empathy and resilience, Heather guides you through the highs and lows of parenting, helping you find peace of mind and joy in the journey. Subscribe now and become part of our community of parents who are dedicated to raising happy, healthy, and well-adjusted young adults. Don't miss out on essential parenting wisdom that will empower you to create a nurturing and supportive home environment. Pivot Parenting—because every moment is an opportunity to grow and connect with your kids when you're confident in your parental abilities.

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245. How to Motivate a Teen Who Doesn't Care

Dec 10 2024 34 mins

Is your teen stuck in a cycle of apathy, showing little motivation for school, hobbies, or life in general? This episode takes a deeper dive into what’s going on beneath the surface and how you, as a parent, can help. Building on Episode 100, Apathetic Teens, this conversation explores deeper insights, new perspectives, and actionable strategies to address your teen’s lack of d

244. How to Connect With Your Teen

Dec 03 2024 20 mins

Every parent wants to feel more connected with their teen—sharing more, laughing together, and even enjoying those rare, peaceful silences. Connection and peace go hand-in-hand, and they’re often at the top of every family’s wish list. In today’s episode, I’m sharing three simple yet powerful strategies to strengthen your bond with your teen. These easy-to-apply tips will

243. Why Parents Grasp For Control

Nov 26 2024 18 mins

Feeling overwhelmed by the need to control your teen’s grades, friends, and future? This episode is for you. Discover a simple 3-step process to let go of control and foster a loving, connected relationship with your teenager. In this episode, you'll learn: How to recognize if your need for control is damaging your relationship. The ripple effects of this control dynamic on y

242. Understanding the "Middle-Man" Parenting Role

Nov 19 2024 27 mins

I hear it all the time with clients and friends: One parent is the liaison between the kids and their spouse. They soften the blow of bad news, buffer the emotions of struggle, keep their teens secrets from the other parent because they both fear that parent's reaction, and generally act as a go-between to help manage their partner's emotions. This can feel necessary to keep the

241. The Art (and benefits) of Listening to Your Teenager

Nov 12 2024 24 mins

In Episode 241, "The Art (and Benefits) of Listening to Your Teenager," we dive deep into one of the most crucial, yet challenging, skills for parents: truly listening. You’ll learn about the two types of listening that can make or break your connection with your teen and get a practical guide on the dos and don’ts to use when they open up. Whether you're struggling to understa

240. How to Help Your Teen (and yourself) Make Decisions

Nov 05 2024 45 mins

From Christmas gifts to college applications, choosing friends, picking classes, applying for jobs, finding roommates, how to respond to a text, and even what to wear on any given Tuesday—life is full of decisions that can feel overwhelming. Add in the mental drain of decision fatigue, and it’s no wonder our teens (and even we) feel worn out by lunch! But what if regret over de

239. Why Teenagers do Really "Stupid" Things

Oct 29 2024 20 mins

Ever find yourself staring at your teen, wondering why they keep making choices that seem baffling? They may look like adults, but they're not acting like one. They struggle with impulse control, long-term planning, and prioritizing wisdom over their friend’s opinion. In this episode, I’m diving into the science behind those head-scratching decisions and how you, as a parent,

238. The Harms of Labeling Our Teens

Oct 22 2024 23 mins

We’ve all heard the word "objectify" in the context of sexualizing women, reducing them to something that exists to gratify others. But this same concept shows up in parenting more often than we realize. When we label our teens, we’re unconsciously treating them as objects—means to an end for our own validation, appearance, or pride. In this sister episode to #144 episode, I

237. Detaching Your Self Worth From Your Teens Behavior For Successful Parenting

Oct 15 2024 31 mins

In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most common struggles parents face—tying their self-worth to their teen's choices and behaviors. It’s easy to feel like a "good" parent when things are going smoothly, but what happens when your teen starts acting out or making decisions you don't agree with? Does that make you a failure? Join me as we explore how to detach your sel

236. The Real Reason Why Your Teen Won't Talk To You

Oct 08 2024 38 mins

Why won’t your teen confide in you, give you a straight answer, or do anything more than grunt or nod? I know it can feel frustrating when you’re trying to connect, and it just isn’t happening. Short answer: They don’t want to. Long answer: They have a really good reason that's unique to them but not unique for human psychology. In this episode, I’m diving into the logic