Did your teen set summer goals? If so, now is the perfect time to check in and see how things are going. And if they didn't, it is a great time to help them think about goals for the coming school year.
Or maybe you are wondering how to even get your teen to care about goals? In this episode I will teach you what creates motivation and how to help your teen find more of it!
You will learn 5 things you can do to raise more driven, self-sufficient teens without nagging.
This is part one of a 2-part series, so CLICK HERE to listen to part 2.
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SUMMER BONUS: Be a Thermostat, Not a Thermometer
I am never more thankful for modern-day air conditioning than I am living in Arizona in the summer!
Just like thermostats in our homes magically keep our homes at a comfortable temperature, we, as parents, can be the emotional thermostat with our teens.
Discover a few hands-on strategies to help you calm things down when your teen's emotions are coming in HOTTER than Arizona in July. 🥵
If you are tired of your teen's bad mood ruining your day and are ready to get off the emotional rollercoaster, this episode is for you!
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12:46
SUMMER BONUS: When Your Teen Triggers You
Does your teen seem to know EXACTLY how to push your buttons? This episode will help you know what to do the next time your teen triggers you.
Learn the three magic questions that will help you figure out the real trigger so you can make rational decisions instead of just flying off the handle.
Your answers to these questions will help you break the trigger cycle and be intentional about how you respond.
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11:43
SUMMER BONUS: Stop Saying NO to Your Teen
Stop saying NO to your teen and learn 4 simple ways to turn a "No" into a "YES" without being a pushover!
What most parents don't realize is that when you say YES more often, your NO actually becomes more impactful.
Plus, the simple tips in this episode will help you say YES without sacrificing your values, your teen’s safety OR your relationship with your teen.
If you really want to end power struggles, enhance connection and have more influence with your teen, join the ENJOY community today.
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100. Importance of Consistency
In celebration of the 100th episode of "this is going to be fun" we dive into a key ingredient that has been crucial both to the success of this podcast and to parenting—consistency. You will love exploring this fun analogy between piñatas and parenting for a fresh perspective on consistency.
Discover the importance of continuing to show up for your teen, even when it seems like nothing you do is making a difference. Parenting gets more challenging as our kids get older and we explore how you can make sure you are up to the challenge.
The reward of a connected relationship with your teen is worth all the effort required. In fact, it often feels even sweeter because of the effort required!
Full Show Notes at https://www.jenbelltate.com/blog/importance-of-consistency
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About This is going to be FUN: enjoy parenting teens
Parenting teens doesn’t have to be so hard...in fact, it can be a whole lot of FUN! Learn simple ideas to make life with teenagers easier so you can stop surviving the teen years and start enjoying them!
Jen is a certified parenting coach and mom of 6 who is passionate about raising emotionally healthy teens with strong values. She loves to help moms connect with their teens and make the most of the time they have together.
Want more help from Jen? Join the ENJOY community for immediate access to deep-dive workshops, bonus content and personalized coaching. Get all the details and more free parenting resources at jenbelltate.com.
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