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EPISODE · Oct 16, 2025 · 27 MIN

The Thing That Is Secretly Wrecking Your Relationship with Your Teen

from IMPACT: Parenting with Perspective · host Ben Pugh

"Send Ben a text"You love your teen. You try to help. You want things to get better. But what if you’re accidentally doing something that’s quietly sabotaging your connection?In this episode, Ben and Cortni unpack one of the most powerful ideas from Leadership and Self-Deception—the hidden mindset that keeps parents and teens stuck in conflict, frustration, and blame.You’ll learn: 👉 What “being in the box” really means (and how it shows up in your family) 👉 Why trying to “fix” your teen often makes things worse 👉 The self-deception trap every parent falls into—and how to get out of it 👉 How awareness can break the cycle and rebuild trustIf you’ve ever felt like your teen is the problem, this episode might lovingly show you otherwise.🎧 Listen now and discover the thing that’s secretly wrecking your relationship—so you can finally rebuild it stronger than ever.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

"Send Ben a text" You love your teen. You try to help. You want things to get better. But what if you’re accidentally doing something that’s quietly sabotaging your connection? In this episode, Ben and Cortni unpack one of the most powerful ideas from Leadership and Self-Deception—the hidden mindset that keeps parents and teens stuck in conflict, frustration, and blame. You’ll learn: 👉 What “being in the box” really means (and how it shows up in your family) 👉 Why trying to ...

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