Overcoming Teen and Parent Overwhelm with Sheryl Gould
Episode Summary
As parents of teens, we’re constantly dealing with a whirlwind of emotions, responsibilities, and expectations that seem to never let up. Whether it's the stress of school, the drama of social life, or just trying to keep their screen time in check, the struggle feels endless.
That's why I'm really excited to have Sheryl Gould, the founder of the international organization Moms of Tweens and Teens, joining us today. She's got some fantastic tips and tricks to help us tackle our own overwhelm and support our teens through theirs.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Resetting expectations and managing fear is crucial for parents of teens.
Validating emotions and creating safety can help teens navigate overwhelm.
Teaching problem-solving skills and focusing on the positive can improve parent-child relationships.
Addressing the fear of coddling and controlling can lead to more effective parenting. Parental involvement is crucial for a child's academic success.
Meet Sheryl Gould
Sheryl Gould is a parent educator, podcast host, and the founder of Moms of Tweens and Teens, an international organization supporting moms to grow in their self-awareness, become more effective parents, and build stronger connections with their adolescents and families. She teaches how to communicate to build real connections, love, and trust to raise emotionally healthy, happy, responsible adults. She is the author of SOS! The Technology Guidebook for Parents of Tweens and Teens: Get The Answers You Need, Keep Them Safe and Enjoy Your Kids Again. She has been featured on WGN Nightly News, Fox News Chicago, numerous parenting podcasts, as well as on radio stations nationwide.
Connect with Sheryl on her website | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | LinkedIn | Pinterest
Watch the Full Interview
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
00:50 Inspiration to Start Moms of Tweens and Teens
03:16 Creating Support Groups for Moms
06:46 Overwhelm and Parenting Expectations
09:54 Understanding the Tween and Teen Years
11:38 Resetting Expectations and Managing Fear
15:09 Helping Teens Navigate Overwhelm
17:24 Teaching Problem-Solving Skills
21:55 Validating Emotions and Creating Safety
25:06 Focusing on the Positive
31:37 Addressing the Fear of Coddling
38:22 Teaching and Coaching Instead of Controlling
39:26 The Importance of the Parent-Child Relationship
10:00 The Impact of Parental Involvement on Academic Achievement
20:00 Strategies for Effective Parental Involvement
30:00 Challenges and Barriers to Parental Involvement
40:00 The Role of Schools in Promoting Parental Involvement
50:00 Conclusion and Call to Action
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens
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