Let’s be real—courage usually feels awful. It’s uncomfortable, risky, and it often costs us something. But if we’re not showing our kids what it looks like to stand up for truth and love people well (especially the hard ones), then we’re teaching them to stay silent. And silence is complicity.

In this episode, I’m getting bold about the values we need to be modeling at home. From passive-aggressive parenting to political name-calling to the subtle ways we teach our teens to judge instead of love—we’re digging into all of it.

We’ll cover:

• How we accuse others of being un-Christlike while doing the same ourselves

• What it looks like to be provoked and kind

• Why love isn’t a reward for good behavior—it’s a calling

• How to help our teens move beyond stereotypes and lead with compassion

• And the hard truth: You might be smarter than someone, but that doesn’t make you better

If you want to raise a kid who tells the truth, loves their neighbor (yes, even that one), and doesn’t lose themselves in the noise of the world—this episode is for you.

And if this message hits home, my book Mom Got Jesus Wrong, Hallelujah is packed with lessons on what real Christlike love looks like when religion, parenting, and pain collide.
👉 Preorder here and give your family a better legacy to live out.

Is your parenting actually keeping your teen safe—or just an attempt to keep you comfortable? In this episode, we unpack the hidden fears that drive so many of our rules, reactions, and routines as parents. From fear of physical harm to fear of emotional disconnection, we all create “safety systems” that can backfire—leading to control, resentment, and emotional distance.

You’ll learn:

• The 2 main types of fear that shape parenting (and the one question that will tell you the difference)

• How “safe” parenting can actually feel unsafe to your teen

• Why overprotection and overreaction erode trust—and what builds it instead

If you’ve ever said, “I just want to keep them safe,” but still feel anxious, disconnected, or constantly in conflict, this episode will give you a fresh lens—and real tools—to parent from clarity instead of fear.

Book your free Peaceful Parenting Coaching Call today and start creating a safer, stronger connection with your teen.

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What if healing your own body image could help your daughter avoid the years of shame, obsession, and insecurity so many of us grew up with?

In this powerful episode, we talk about how to build a healthy, connected relationship with your body—and how to model that for your kids (without even saying a word). Whether you're raising daughters, sons, or anyone in between, this one’s for you.

You’ll learn:

• 3 myths that keep parents stuck in body shame

• The subtle (but damaging) things we say around food and bodies—and what to say instead

• 3 practical ways to create a more respectful, loving relationship with your body

• How to raise body-confident kids without passing down your own insecurities

This isn’t about perfect eating or loving every inch of yourself—it’s about creating safety, respect, and honesty around the bodies we live in. For you and your kids.

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About my guest:

It’s one of the most heartbreaking things a parent can face—when your grown child cuts off communication. In this episode, we explore why this happens, what parents can do about it, and how perfectionism and performance-based love often push the very people we want to keep close... away. I’ll share the surprising truth about what God never asked parents to carry, how to untangle what’s yours from what’s theirs, and how to shift from “being a good parent” to being a safe one.

If you’re grieving a fractured relationship or walking on eggshells, this is your invitation to heal—for your sake and theirs.

Book a free Peaceful Parenting call and let’s change the future of your family, starting today.

The presentation I reference by Adam Miller in this episode can be found HERE

Ever find yourself spiraling about your teen’s future—wondering if they’ll ever graduate, get a job, or not end up living in your basement forever? In this powerful episode with Casie Fariello, we get real about what happens when our fears blow things out of proportion. Casie shares her raw, honest parenting journey—navigating everything from school refusal and addiction to unconventional paths that still led her kids to success (on their own terms).

We talk about:

• Why “normal” milestones aren’t the only markers of success

• How fear and embarrassment isolate parents (and what to do instead)

• The reality of parenting teens who struggle—and why it’s okay not to have all the answers

• How to find hope even when everything looks off-track

If you’re exhausted from trying to “fix” your teen’s future—or terrified you’re missing something big—this conversation will remind you: it’s not too late, and you’re not alone.

✨ Ready for a parenting approach that brings more peace (even in the messy middle)? Book your free Peaceful Parenting Strategy Call here.

We all know screens are a huge part of teen life—but how much is too much? In this episode, I’m joined by coach and teen expert Will Kirsop to tackle one of parents’ biggest concerns: device dependency. We unpack the real stats (brace yourself), the brain science behind why tech is so addictive, and how screens are impacting your teen emotionally, socially, and physically.

But don’t worry—this isn’t your typical doom-and-gloom chat. We explore practical strategies to help your teen build a healthier relationship with tech, model better habits yourself (gulp), and navigate the pushback when you set boundaries. Whether your teen is glued to TikTok or gaming till midnight, this episode will leave you feeling informed, empowered, and ready to reset the balance at home.

Need personalized help with screen time (or any other parenting battle)? Book your free Peaceful Parenting Strategy Call HERE.

About my guest: Will Kirsop is an education leader and the founder of Many Roads, where he coaches teenagers to discover their purpose and thrive.
With a background spanning education, psychology, and business, Will saw a gap in how young people are supported in discovering their unique path. His coaching blends evidence-based methodologies, behavioural and cognitive psychology, appreciative inquiry, and real-world strategy to help teens build confidence and direction for their future. Will has worked with teens from a dozen countries across a broad spectrum—from neurodiverse students to top performers competing on the world stage.
Will holds a Commerce degree from the University of Sydney and a Psychology degree from Swinburne University, where he was awarded the 2024 University Medal as the top undergraduate student across the entire university. He also completed Executive Education at UC Berkeley. An avid surfer, meditator, and lifelong learner, he is passionate about leveraging his professional and life experiences to help students navigate purpose, career planning and wellbeing.

Ever catch yourself thinking, *“I’m either a good parent or a bad one”... or, “My teen is either respectful or totally out of control”? That’s black-and-white thinking—and it sneaks into parenting more than we realize.

In this episode, we dig into how rigid, all-or-nothing thoughts keep us stuck in guilt, frustration, and power struggles. You’ll learn:

• How black-and-white thinking shows up (even when you don’t realize it)

• Why it makes parenting feel so much harder

• The simple mindset shift that opens the door to peace, patience, and real progress

If you’re exhausted from the pressure to be “perfect” or feeling like you always mess it up—this one’s for you.

Want personalized help shifting out of black-and-white traps? Book your free Peaceful Parenting Strategy Call here. Let’s get you out of the extremes—and into a parenting style that actually works.

Your teen is moody, dramatic, needy, and constantly fishing for validation. One minute they want you to help… the next, they’re shutting you out. They’re one person at home, someone else at school, and you're just trying to figure out who the heck they actually are.

If you’ve ever felt like your teen is a walking tornado of insecurity, pressure, and mixed signals—and you're the one stuck holding it all together—this episode is for you.

We talk about:

• Why your teen’s “crazy” behavior isn’t about being broken

• The hidden needs behind their outbursts, shifts, and social shape-shifting

• The one thing they really want from you—even when they act like they don’t

Because your teen doesn’t need to be fixed.
They need to feel safe. Seen. Loved as they are.

If you’re tired of second-guessing every response and walking on emotional landmines, let’s change that. Book your free Peaceful Parenting Strategy Call here.
Let’s rebuild trust—and your sanity—one conversation at a time.