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EPISODE · Sep 25, 2025 · 11 MIN

55: An Amazing Thing That Happens: How Self-Compassion Improves Your Relationship with Your Teen

from Think New Thoughts · host Emily Ricks

 Many LDS moms carry around guilt, frustration, and unrealistic expectations, believing they need to be harder on themselves to become better parents. But what if the opposite is true? In this episode, you'll discover an amazing transformation that begins when you practice self-compassion. As you learn to notice your thoughts without judgment, you'll naturally become more patient, understanding, and compassionate—not only with yourself, but with your teenager, your spouse, and everyone around you. If you're ready to replace self-criticism with greater peace, stronger relationships, and a more Christlike way of parenting, this episode will show you where to begin.   Download My Free Guide: Catch That Thought A simple, faith-based tool to help you notice negative self-talk and gently shift it to new, more joy-filled thoughts.   Book a Free Mini Session With Me  Are you curious about coaching? Have you heard something on my podcast that resonated with you, but you're not sure how to apply it to your unique situation? Sign up for a free 1:1 mini session with me and let's chat! --------------------------------------------------- Helping LDS moms of teens navigate parenting with more connection, trust, joy, and inner peace through gospel-centered life coaching, thought work, and practical tools from a parenting coach that align with LDS doctrine and scripture. Explore conflict resolution, forgiveness, mindset shifts, faith over fear, personal growth, emotional resilience, overcoming mom guilt, reducing disconnection and power struggles, learning to trust God, and strengthening family relationships through faith-based parenting and life coaching.  

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