Do you ever feel like you’re constantly dealing with attitude, screen time, lack of communication, conflict, or poor choices? Most moms assume those things are the reason they feel disconnected from their teen.

But what if they’re not the root problem?

In this episode, Terri shares a powerful mindset shift that can change the way you approach parenting teens and help you build connection, build trust, and communicate more effectively with your teen.

When we’re worried, frustrated, or afraid, it’s easy to focus all our attention on the problems we’re trying to solve. But in the process, we can lose sight of the relationship we’re actually trying to build.

You’ll discover:

• Why focusing on today’s problems can unintentionally create more disconnection • The relationship question every mom needs to answer • What can drive us toward control instead of connection • Why connection leads to trust and trust creates influence • A simple 3-question Relationship Check you can use in almost any parenting situation • How to begin building the relationship you want with your teen—even if they don’t change first

If you’ve been feeling discouraged, frustrated, or unsure what to do next, this episode will help you refocus on what matters most and move toward building deeper connection, greater trust, and lasting influence with your teen.

✨ Complimentary Teen Relationship Reset + Connection Clarity Call

I’m opening 10 spots for moms who would like help identifying what’s creating distance, where connection is getting stuck, and how to begin building stronger communication, trust, and connection with their teen.

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Schedule a 60-Minute Communication Coaching Call. Together, we’ll identify what’s getting in the way of connection with your teen, uncover what’s most important to address right now, and create a clear plan with God so you can stop feeling stuck and start rebuilding trust and connection.

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Do you ever find yourself reacting more strongly than you want to when your teen says or does something that pushes your buttons?

Maybe you’ve tried all the parenting tips, practiced better communication skills, and worked hard to build Connection, but certain conversations still leave you feeling frustrated, anxious, or emotionally drained.

In Part 2 of my conversation with Lori Owens, Resilience Coach and podcast host, we explore what’s happening beneath those reactions. We talk about emotional triggers, old wounds, healthy boundaries, and why taking care of yourself isn’t selfish—it’s essential if you want to build trust and strengthen your family communication.

You’ll Learn:

• Why certain situations with your teen trigger strong emotional reactions
• How fear, past hurts, and anxiety can impact how to communicate effectively
• Why healthy boundaries are important for both you and your teen
• The difference between capability and capacity—and why it matters
• How self-maintenance can help you build connection and create a healthier relationship with your teen

If you’ve ever struggled with guilt when setting boundaries, felt overwhelmed by everyone else’s needs, or wondered how to stay emotionally healthy while parenting teens, this conversation will encourage you and give you practical next steps.

Connect with Lori:

Practical Solutions for PTSD Podcast with Lori Owens: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-solutions-for-ptsd-anxiety-symptoms-seasonal/id1835492018

Lori has generously provided a free Boundary Setting Worksheet for listeners. Visit practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/podcast to download it.

She’s also offering one listener 50% off their first coaching session! Use the code CONNECT. https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/breakthrough

Other Resources:

More support is available to you. Our next Connect With Your Teens Monthly Support Group is July 14th. You can save your seat here: https://connectwithyourteens.com/supportgroup

🤍Looking for a safe, faith-based community of moms who get it?

Come join us inside the How To Connect With Your Teens Facebook group—we’re waiting to welcome you: Connect With Your Teens Facebook Group

💌Want weekly encouragement straight to your in box?

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Related Episodes:

81- Stress, Anxiety, and Your Relationship With Your Teen with Lori Owens (Part 1)

Do you ever feel like you’re carrying the weight of your teen’s choices, emotions, future, and faith on your shoulders?

As moms, it’s easy to believe that if we just say the right thing, do the right thing, or try a little harder, we can prevent mistakes and protect our teens from pain. But what if some of the stress, anxiety, and overwhelm you’re carrying was never yours to carry in the first place?

In this encouraging conversation, Lori Owens joins me to talk about how stress affects our relationship with our teens, why trying to control what we can’t control leaves us exhausted, and how simple Communication Skills can help us Build Connection instead of reacting from fear.

You’ll Learn: • How to identify what is yours to carry and what isn’t • Why focusing on what you can control brings greater peace and clarity • Practical ways to pause, regulate your emotions, and respond instead of react • How these parenting tips can strengthen your relationship with teens and improve family communication

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or exhausted, this conversation will remind you that freedom often begins when we release the burdens we were never meant to carry. Listen in and discover how a few simple shifts can help you build trust and connection, and show up more calmly in your most important relationships.

Resources:

Practical Solutions for PTSD Podcast with Lori Owens: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-solutions-for-ptsd-anxiety-symptoms-seasonal/id1835492018

Get Lori’s Boundary Setting Worksheet for listeners. Download it at practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/podcast.

First Connect With Your Teens listener to sign up for her Anxiety and Depression Breakthrough Coaching Session will get 50% off. Use the code CONNECT. https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/breakthrough

💛 Would you like personal support?

Join my free monthly support group for moms of teens — a safe, faith-led space for guidance, connection, and encouragement. Learn more here: https://connectwithyourteens.com/supportgroup

🤍Looking for a safe, faith-based community of moms who get it?

Come join us inside the How To Connect With Your Teens Facebook group—we’re waiting to welcome you: Connect With Your Teens Facebook Group

💌Want weekly encouragement straight to your in box?

Become a Connect With Your Teens Insider for weekly parenting tips, encouragement, and support straight to your inbox Weekly Newsletter

✨Follow or DM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terricommunicationcoach ✨Contact: support@connectwithyourteens.com