Parenting Teens: Advice Redefined for Today's Complex World

• ~122~Tips for Calm Teen Parenting: Turn Triggers into Growth and Choose Peace

  Connect with Cheryl! The Cleansing Within Program https://www.practicewithpresence.com/cleansing-within/?sa=sa0019992619598254bda4daae3980777062778b19 The Good Divorce Show Episode https://open.spotify.com/episode/2hIILoayZV2oQu5zEzJdcP?si=wl8O0S9YSCCwkUSJQAYcrQ Let’s Chat https://tidycal.com/cherylpankhurst/consultation-chat Sleep support DIRECT LINK TO COACHING WITH CHERYL email : [email protected] Website cherylpankhurst.com SOCIALS: linkedin.com/in/l. R.cheryl-ann-pankhurst-1b611855 https://www.instagram.com/cheryl.a.pankhurst/ https://www.facebook.com/cheryl.a.pankhurst PODCAST- “PARENTING TEENS ADVICE REDEFINED FOR TODAY’S WORLD THE PODCAST https://open.spotify.com/show/4QwFMJMDDSEXJb451pCHO9?si=9c1a298387c84e13 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYv9FQy1X43wwoYg0zF8zAJw6-nCpHMAk&si=7p-e4UlU2rsG3j_t Optin-podcast subscriber https://www.cherylpankhurst.com/teen-minds-redefined-podcast Join our Podcast Private Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/httpswww.facebook.comgroups1258426648646523 What’s it like to work with me! MINI-COURSE Join the 40‑Day “Cleansing Within” Program – Release what’s holding you back and welcome steady, joyful parenting. 👉 Link in the show notes. Subscribe & Review – If you found this episode helpful, hit Subscribe, leave a 5‑star rating, and write a quick review. It helps other teen‑parents discover the show! Connect with Cheryl – DM @cheryl.a.pankhust on Instagram, or email  for questions, support, or to share your breakthrough moment. [email protected] Join the Community – Join the private Facebook group Parenting Teens Redefined for daily tips, live Q&A, and peer support. Share the Episode – Tag a fellow parent who needs this insight. Use the hashtags below so we can see your story! In today’s solo‑ramp‑up, Cheryl peels back the curtain on the raw, real‑life struggles every parent of a teen knows too well—eye rolls, slammed doors, endless “why‑do‑you‑even‑listen?” moments, and the guilt that follows. She blends practical parenting tactics with a fresh, spiritual‑leaning perspective, showing how our own childhood triggers can hijack today’s interactions. 🔑 Key Takeaways Triggers Are Gifts – Learn to pause, breathe, and ask “Why does this fire me up?” to turn a reaction into insight. Heal the Inner Child – Discover how unresolved pain (e.g., never feeling heard) shows up in teen‑parent conflicts. Choose, Don’t React – Simple daily habits (hourly alarms, “speak‑into‑existence” rituals) that re‑wire your response pattern. Set Clear Values – Why consistency, not comparison, creates the safe, compassionate environment teens need. Cleansing Within 40‑Day Program – A bite‑size, daily blend of video lessons, yoga, meditation, and expert wisdom to release what no longer serves you—perfect timing as the leaves fall. Whether you’re battling screen‑time wars, secret‑keeping, or just the daily grind of teen life, this episode offers a gentle roadmap to more peace, presence, and power in your parenting journey.

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• ~121 "Building the Dream Team: Parents, Teachers, and Teens :Advocacy 101"

  #advocacy, #selfadvocacy, #IEP, #specialeducation, #parentingteens https://www.crissmadrigal.com/alignment-audit Criss Madrigal is a woman living the most aligned season of her life. She became a mother of three in just two years while juggling a demanding corporate career and family life. After losing herself in motherhood—advocating for her identical twins with complex medical needs and holding it all together—Criss experienced a deep awakening. Today, as a Sacred Alignment Coach, she guides women back to the remembrance of their soul, helping them reconnect with who they are and what they’re here to accomplish in this lifetime. Important Links www.crissmadrigal.com. Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/criss.madrigal.7 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/crissmadrigal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/criss-madrigal 1. Podcast Introduction & Call‑to‑Action Welcome to Parenting Teens Advice, Redefined – raw, tough conversations. Request to share each episode: “Even if it doesn’t resonate now, it could change a life later.” 2. Guest Spotlight: Criss Madrigal Sacred Alignment Coach, mother of three (identical twins with complex medical needs). Journey from “surviving” corporate motherhood to an “aligned season.” Struggles with advocacy for neuro‑divergent children and guilt around the neurotypical child. 3. Defining Advocacy Advocacy as partnership (mom + experts = collaborative problem‑solving). Distinguishing advocacy from controlling / fixing. “I’m the expert on my child; you’re the subject‑matter expert on your field.” 4. Advocacy Evolution as Kids Enter Their Teens Shift from parent‑driven advocacy to teaching children to self‑advocate. Preparing teens for high‑school IEP meetings, college, and workplace accommodations. 5. The “Dream Team” Model Parents as coaches, children as star players. Building a support squad: teachers, specialists, parents, the child. 6. Involving Teens in IEP & Planning Processes Having the teen sit in on meetings from the start; know what an IEP is and why it exists. Translating IEP language into teen‑friendly terms. Reinforcing wins: reminding kids of past successful self‑advocacy moments. 7. Communication Strategies with Schools One‑page PDF “Meet My Child” handout: photo, brief diagnosis, strengths/needs, contact info, useful articles/links. Early‑year teacher outreach to set tone and expectations. Establishing a manageable communication system (e.g., Friday email check‑in, Monday call). 8. Proactive vs. Reactive Parent‑Teacher Interaction Sending pre‑emptive notes on student mood/medication, not just “after‑the‑fact” alerts. Maintaining an open line: parents email teachers with home observations; teachers respond with classroom insights. 9. Teaching Advocacy at Home (Everyday Situations) Turning chores into negotiation opportunities (“I don’t want to fold dishes, can I do X instead?”). Encouraging kids to voice preferences, set boundaries, and contribute a plan for the day. Using small victories to build confidence for larger advocacy moments. 10. Managing Parental Emotions in Advocacy Settings Recognizing that angry parents are often fearful (graduation, friendships, safety). Asking “Who is caring for the parent?” – parental self‑care and emotional support. Practicing compassion both ways: parents toward teachers and teachers toward parents. 11. The Role of Professional Advocates When parents feel unequipped, hiring an advocate to teach rights and collaboration. The advocate’s goal is to transfer the skill so the family becomes self‑sufficient. 12. The Human‑Design Mention (Future Topic) Brief reference to using a child’s human‑design type to tailor communication & responsibility. 13. How to Connect with Criss Madrigal Find her via first + last name on social media. Join her Facebook community for high‑achieving women & soul‑led experts. Resources and ways to work together listed in the show notes. 14. Host Cheryl Pankhurst – Insight to Impact Coaching Cheryl’s role: creator of Insight to Impact, coaching moms of teens. Core promises: reconnect with true self, lead with purpose, clearer parenting, stronger relationships. Invitation to a no‑pressure, no‑pitch discovery call (details in show notes). 15. Closing & Final Call‑to‑Action Thank listeners, tease a possible third episode (human‑design). Reminder that transformation starts with the parent; encourage booking a call. Connect with Cheryl! The Cleansing Within Program https://www.practicewithpresence.com/waitlist/?sa=sa0019992619598254bda4daae3980777062778b19 The Good Divorce Show Episode https://open.spotify.com/episode/2hIILoayZV2oQu5zEzJdcP?si=wl8O0S9YSCCwkUSJQAYcrQ Let’s Chat https://tidycal.com/cherylpankhurst/consultation-chat Sleep support DIRECT LINK TO COACHING WITH CHERYL email : [email protected] Website cherylpankhurst.com SOCIALS: linkedin.com/in/l. R.cheryl-ann-pankhurst-1b611855 https://www.instagram.com/cheryl.a.pankhurst/ https://www.facebook.com/cheryl.a.pankhurst PODCAST- “PARENTING TEENS ADVICE REDEFINED FOR TODAY’S WORLD THE PODCAST https://open.spotify.com/show/4QwFMJMDDSEXJb451pCHO9?si=9c1a298387c84e13 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYv9FQy1X43wwoYg0zF8zAJw6-nCpHMAk&si=7p-e4UlU2rsG3j_t Optin-podcast subscriber https://www.cherylpankhurst.com/teen-minds-redefined-podcast Join our Podcast Private Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/httpswww.facebook.comgroups1258426648646523 What’s it like to work with me! MINI-COURSE

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• ~120 “Step‑Parenting Teens: How to Avoid the ‘Family‑War’ Trap” with Richard R Ramos

  https://www.richardrramos.com/theartofstepparenting The Parent Whisperer Podcast Connect with Cheryl! The Cleansing Within Program https://www.practicewithpresence.com/waitlist/?sa=sa0019992619598254bda4daae3980777062778b19 The Good Divorce Show Episode https://open.spotify.com/episode/2hIILoayZV2oQu5zEzJdcP?si=wl8O0S9YSCCwkUSJQAYcrQ Let’s Chat https://tidycal.com/cherylpankhurst/consultation-chat Sleep support DIRECT LINK TO COACHING WITH CHERYL email : [email protected] Website cherylpankhurst.com SOCIALS: linkedin.com/in/l. R.cheryl-ann-pankhurst-1b611855 https://www.instagram.com/cheryl.a.pankhurst/ https://www.facebook.com/cheryl.a.pankhurst PODCAST- “PARENTING TEENS ADVICE REDEFINED FOR TODAY’S WORLD THE PODCAST https://open.spotify.com/show/4QwFMJMDDSEXJb451pCHO9?si=9c1a298387c84e13 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYv9FQy1X43wwoYg0zF8zAJw6-nCpHMAk&si=7p-e4UlU2rsG3j_t Optin-podcast subscriber https://www.cherylpankhurst.com/teen-minds-redefined-podcast Join our Podcast Private Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/httpswww.facebook.comgroups1258426648646523 What’s it like to work with me! MINI-COURSE

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• ~119 “How to Crush High‑School Parent‑Teacher Conferences: A 5‑Minute Guide for Parents of Teens”

  Connect with Cheryl! The Cleansing Within Program https://www.practicewithpresence.com/waitlist/?sa=sa0019992619598254bda4daae3980777062778b19 The Good Divorce Show Episode https://open.spotify.com/episode/2hIILoayZV2oQu5zEzJdcP?si=wl8O0S9YSCCwkUSJQAYcrQ Let’s Chat https://tidycal.com/cherylpankhurst/consultation-chat Sleep support DIRECT LINK TO COACHING WITH CHERYL email : [email protected] Website cherylpankhurst.com SOCIALS: linkedin.com/in/l. R.cheryl-ann-pankhurst-1b611855 https://www.instagram.com/cheryl.a.pankhurst/ https://www.facebook.com/cheryl.a.pankhurst PODCAST- “PARENTING TEENS ADVICE REDEFINED FOR TODAY’S WORLD THE PODCAST https://open.spotify.com/show/4QwFMJMDDSEXJb451pCHO9?si=9c1a298387c84e13 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYv9FQy1X43wwoYg0zF8zAJw6-nCpHMAk&si=7p-e4UlU2rsG3j_t Optin-podcast subscriber https://www.cherylpankhurst.com/teen-minds-redefined-podcast Join our Podcast Private Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/httpswww.facebook.comgroups1258426648646523 What’s it like to work with me! MINI-COURSE

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• ~118 "How to Co‑Parent with an Abusive Ex: What Every Parent of a Teen Needs to Know" With Sybil Cummins

  Sybil is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has specialized in working with victims and survivors of coercive control and domestic violence for the last decade, including the child victims in these families. She owns a small group therapy practice in Colorado and after witnessing the constant ethical issues survivors experience in the family court system trying to protect their children she created Rising Beyond Power and Control (often referred to as The Rising Beyond Community) to help close the gaps in support for this population. Sybil hosts The Rising Beyond Podcast and is active in legislative changes in Colorado for family court reform. Important Links for Sybil www.risingbeyondpc.com, instagram.com/risingbeyondpc https://www.linkedin.com/in/sybil-cummin-lpc-acs-50537791/ Key Takeaways Moral injury is a profound “soul wound” that occurs when you’re forced to act against your core values (e.g., sending a child to an unsafe home). Labeling the abuse (coercive control, gaslighting, narcissistic abuse) gives you the knowledge needed to break the cycle. Safety planning must be holistic: physical (go‑bag), financial (budget, separate accounts), emotional (therapy, peer support). Document everything—screenshots, timestamps, PDFs, and keep a separate, court‑ready journal. Present facts, not diagnoses. Teens need felt safety: consistent, non‑judgmental spaces where they can ask questions on their timeline. Regulate the nervous system with micro‑movement, breath, or music; freeze = pause → small, doable action. Community matters: Isolation fuels control; a survivor network speeds recovery and provides practical legal/parenting hacks. Connect with Cheryl! The Good Divorce Show Episode https://open.spotify.com/episode/2hIILoayZV2oQu5zEzJdcP?si=wl8O0S9YSCCwkUSJQAYcrQ Let’s Chat https://tidycal.com/cherylpankhurst/consultation-chat Sleep support DIRECT LINK TO COACHING WITH CHERYL email : [email protected] Website cherylpankhurst.com SOCIALS: linkedin.com/in/l. R.cheryl-ann-pankhurst-1b611855 https://www.instagram.com/cheryl.a.pankhurst/ https://www.facebook.com/cheryl.a.pankhurst PODCAST- “PARENTING TEENS ADVICE REDEFINED FOR TODAY’S WORLD THE PODCAST https://open.spotify.com/show/4QwFMJMDDSEXJb451pCHO9?si=9c1a298387c84e13 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYv9FQy1X43wwoYg0zF8zAJw6-nCpHMAk&si=7p-e4UlU2rsG3j_t Optin-podcast subscriber https://www.cherylpankhurst.com/teen-minds-redefined-podcast Join our Podcast Private Facebook Group! https://www.facebook.com/groups/httpswww.facebook.comgroups1258426648646523 What’s it like to work with me! MINI-COURSE

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