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EPISODE · Jul 16, 2026 · 28 MIN

Stop Trying to Control Your Teen. Start Leading Instead.

from IMPACT: Parenting with Perspective · host Ben Pugh

"Send Ben a text"If you feel like you're always reminding, arguing, or trying to get your teen to make better choices, this episode is for you.Many parents think they need to control their teen to help them succeed. But the harder you try to control them, the more they often push back.In this episode, Ben shares five lessons he has learned from coaching football that can completely change the way you parent. You'll learn how to lead with confidence instead of reacting with frustration.You'll discover how to:Stop carrying responsibilities that belong to your teen.Set clear expectations before problems happen.Lead with calm confidence instead of fear.Build trust without giving up healthy boundaries.Focus on what you can control and let go of what you can't.Your teen doesn't need a parent who can control every choice they make. They need a parent who knows how to lead.If you're ready to stop the constant power struggles and start parenting from the inside out, this episode will give you practical tools you can use today.Take the free Parent Trap Quiz at benpughcoaching.com/quiz to discover the parenting pattern that may be keeping you stuck.Are You Caught in the Parent Trap?Discover the hidden patterns that are keeping you stuck—and how to break free.Take this quick (and eye-opening) quiz to uncover which common parenting trap you’re falling into with your teen. Get a personalized roadmap to help you parent with more clarity, confidence, and connection—starting today.https://benpughcoaching.com/parent-trap-quiz

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"Send Ben a text" If you feel like you're always reminding, arguing, or trying to get your teen to make better choices, this episode is for you. Many parents think they need to control their teen to help them succeed. But the harder you try to control them, the more they often push back. In this episode, Ben shares five lessons he has learned from coaching football that can completely change the way you parent. You'll learn how to lead with confidence instead of reacting with frustration. You...

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