98. 7 Powerful Tips To Help Single Parents Respond (Not React) To Their Tweens and Teens

"This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior." Do you ever wish your teen would just open up—but instead, you’re met with eye rolls, silence, or arguments? In this heartfelt and practical episode, Tess is joined by parent and teen coach Elise, who shares her proven tools to rebuild connection, improve communication, and help parents move from reacting to responding. Especially helpful for single parents managing behavioral challenges, emotional distance, and the whirlwind of teen transitions.Discover what teens really want their parents to know—but rarely say out loudLearn how to use a coach-and-guide approach to support your child through changeFind out how healing your own trauma unlocks more compassion and connection at home Press play now to learn how to reset your parenting mindset, strengthen your relationship, and bring more peace into your home—one intentional step at a time.Learn more about Elise here 👉 Elise Knox | Connection Coach👉Sign up for the next Tech Reset Masterclass here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/tech-reset-masterclass-page⭐️Join MKF weekly Parenting  Journal here:  https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: [email protected]  Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here:  https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.#singleparents #parentingtweensandteens #ScreenTime #behaviorproblems #Communication