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EPISODE · May 7, 2026 · 29 MIN

The Real Reason Your Teen Won’t Go to Bed

from IMPACT: Parenting with Perspective · host Ben Pugh

"Send Ben a text"Is your teen staying up too late, sleeping through alarms, and walking around tired all day?You might think your teen has a sleep problem.But what if sleep is not the real issue?In this episode, Ben and Cortni talk about the real reason many teens won’t go to bed. It is not just phones, video games, homework, or bad habits. A lot of teens are trying to fit sleep into whatever time is left over.And if we are honest, a lot of parents do the same thing.You’ll learn why your teen may be exhausted, anxious, grumpy, and hard to wake up. You’ll also learn how a simple sleep routine can help your teen calm their mind, get ready for the next day, and fall asleep without so much pressure.This episode will help you stop fighting your teen about sleep and start looking at the bigger picture.Because your teen may not need more lectures.They may need help learning how to protect what matters most.Want help setting boundaries without the constant fight?Join me for my live workshop: Boundaries That Don’t Suck: Get Your Teen Working With YouIt’s happening May 12th at 2:00 PM MDT, and it’s only $7.Sign up here: https://benpughcoaching.com/boundariesworkshopAre 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

"Send Ben a text" Is your teen staying up too late, sleeping through alarms, and walking around tired all day? You might think your teen has a sleep problem. But what if sleep is not the real issue? In this episode, Ben and Cortni talk about the real reason many teens won’t go to bed. It is not just phones, video games, homework, or bad habits. A lot of teens are trying to fit sleep into whatever time is left over. And if we are honest, a lot of parents do the same thing. You’ll learn why you...

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