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IMPACT: Parenting with Perspective
Hosted by Ben Pugh · EN
This podcast will help parents of teens keep life's struggles as a teen, and as a parent of a teen, in perspective. Parents will learn real tools to help them help their teens. They will learn how to build a rock solid relationship with their teen so they will have a powerful impact and a positive influence on their teen's life.
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Why Your Teen Feels Disconnected From You (And How to Fix It)
Mar 2000:28:23Tap to summarize"Send Ben a text"Do you feel like your teen is pulling away?They don’t talk.They stay in their room.And nothing seems to work.Most parents think the problem is their teen.But what if it’s not?In this episode, I share why teens feel disconnected—and what actually helps you rebuild that connection.It’s simpler than you think.And it starts with you.🎧 Listen now to learn how to reconnect with your teen.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/parenttrapquiz
Transcribe →How to Build a Relationship Your Teen Always Comes Back To (Let Go of Control)
Mar 1200:19:28Tap to summarize"Send Ben a text"Does it feel like your teen is pulling away from you?Most parents respond by trying to control things. They give more advice, fix problems, and try to guide every decision.But control often pushes teens farther away.In this episode of IMPACT! Parenting with Perspective, Ben and Cortni share two powerful parenting ideas: The Pool Edge and The Steering Wheel.You’ll learn why letting go of control can actually strengthen your relationship with your teen—and how to become the safe place your teen will always come back to.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/parenttrapquiz
Transcribe →The Emotional Awareness Skill That Makes Parenting Easier
Mar 500:27:50Tap to summarize"Send Ben a text"When your teen melts down emotionally, most parents react the wrong way.But what if the most powerful parenting skill isn’t fixing your teen’s emotions?In this episode, we explore the emotional awareness skill that can make parenting teens much easier.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/parenttrapquiz
Transcribe →Stop Mirroring Your Teen’s Bad Behavior (Do This Instead)
Feb 2600:24:29Tap to summarize"Send Ben a text"Do you ever find yourself reacting just like your teen?They get angry… and you get angry. They panic… and you panic. They shut down… and you shut down.Most parents don’t mean to do this. But when we mirror our teen’s bad behavior, we actually make things worse.In this episode, I talk about the difference between mirroring and modeling.You’ll learn:Why awareness is so powerfulHow to catch yourself in the momentHow to stay calm when your teen isn’t3 simple steps to model the behavior you want to seeYou can’t control your teen. But you can control how you show up.And when you change, your home starts to change too.If this episode helps you, please leave a review. It helps other parents find the support they need.Let’s build rock solid relationships and have a powerful impact.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/parenttrapquiz
Transcribe →5 Myths About Teen Resilience (And What Builds It)
Feb 1900:24:45Tap to summarize"Send Ben a text"Are teens today really less resilient? Or have we misunderstood what resilience actually is?In this episode, I break down 5 common myths about teen resilience that many parents believe. These myths can lead to more fear, more panic, and more stress at home.You’ll learn:Why sadness is not an emergencyWhy emotional pain is not dangerousWhy protecting your teen can actually make them weakerWhy crying doesn’t mean your teen isn’t resilientAnd what truly builds emotional strengthResilience is not about being happy all the time. It’s not about avoiding big feelings. It’s about learning how to feel hard emotions and still move forward.I’ll also share simple, practical steps you can use to help your teen build real resilience — without rescuing, panicking, or overreacting.If you want to raise a strong, emotionally healthy teen, this episode will give you perspective and tools you can use right away.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/parenttrapquiz
Transcribe →The Emotional Skill Every Parent Thinks They Have
Feb 1200:25:13Tap to summarize"Send Ben a text"Most parents believe they’re emotionally intelligent — but parenting teens reveals the truth fast.In this episode of IMPACT! Parenting with Perspective, we break down the emotional skill every parent thinks they have (but usually doesn’t) and why missing it leads to frustration, yelling, guilt, and disconnection.You’ll learn:The difference between emotional health, emotional intelligence, and emotional intentionWhy feeling angry, sad, or anxious doesn’t mean you’re failing as a parentHow your thoughts — not your teen — are driving your emotionsThe skill that helps you parent well even when you don’t feel goodHow modeling emotional regulation creates a ripple effect in your teenThis episode is about parenting from the inside out — managing your mind first so you can show up as the parent you actually want to be.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/parenttrapquiz
Transcribe →When Your Teen Won’t Change… Start Here Instead
Feb 500:25:07Tap to summarize"Send Ben a text"What do you do when your teen won’t listen, won’t change, or won’t accept help? Maybe they refuse coaching, therapy, or even a simple conversation.In this episode, Ben Pugh talks to parents who feel stuck and worn out. He shares what you can do when your teen isn’t willing to work on themselves. You’ll learn how to stop trying to control what you can’t, focus on what you can control, and reconnect with your teen in a healthier way.This episode isn’t about fixing your teen. It’s about helping you show up with confidence, love, and clarity—no matter how your teen is acting.If you feel overwhelmed or unsure where to start, this episode is for you.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/parenttrapquiz
Transcribe →Are Phones and Social Media Really Driving Teen Suicide?
Jan 2900:31:34Tap to summarize"Send Ben a text"Many parents today are scared.Everywhere you look, there are headlines saying phones, social media, AI, and screen time are driving teen suicide. It can feel overwhelming. And when parents feel afraid, they often start parenting from panic.In this episode, I want to slow things down and zoom out.We talk about what the data actually shows about teen suicide. We look at why some of the statistics being shared are true—but also misleading. And we talk about why blaming phones and social media misses the bigger picture.I also share a personal story from my time as a high school principal and why learning to understand the data helped me move from fear to confidence.This episode isn’t about ignoring real struggles. Teen suicide is serious. But fear-based parenting is not the answer.You’ll learn:Why most teens use phones and social media without being suicidalHow fear and panic change the way parents show upWhat research says really protects teensWhy connection matters more than controlHow to parent from confidence instead of fearIf you’ve felt anxious, worried, or pressured by scary headlines, this episode will help you breathe, think clearly, and trust yourself as a parent again.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/parenttrapquiz
Transcribe →Feeling Exhausted? Here's How to Feel Better Fast
Jan 2300:26:15Tap to summarize"Send Ben a text"Parenting a teen can feel draining. You might feel tired, frustrated, or stuck in stress mode.If that’s you, this episode is here to help.In this conversation, Ben and Cortni talk about why parenting feels so exhausting and how to start feeling better fast. The problem usually isn’t your teen. It’s where your energy and focus are going.You’ll learn simple shifts that can bring quick relief, including:How to stop stressing over things you can’t controlWhy trying to fix or change your teen wears you outHow to manage your emotions instead of fighting themWhen to give responsibility back to your teenThese small changes can help you feel calmer, more confident, and less overwhelmed—starting today.If you’re ready to stop feeling so tired and start enjoying parenting again, this episode is for you.🎧 Press play and take a breath—you don’t have to do this alone.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/parenttrapquiz
Transcribe →Blowups. Overreactions. Now What Do I Do?
Jan 1500:29:22Tap to summarize"Send Ben a text"Blowups. Overreactions. Now What Do I Do?Every parent has a moment they wish they could take back. You raise your voice. You overreact. You walk away feeling awful.In this episode, Ben Pugh and Cortni talk about what really matters after those ugly parenting moments. You’ll learn why blowups happen, how stress and exhaustion play a role, and why repairing the relationship is more important than parenting perfectly.This episode will help you:Understand why parenting blowups happenLearn how to repair your relationship with your teenApologize in a way that builds trustStop feeling stuck in guilt and move forwardIf you’ve ever wondered, “Did I just mess everything up?” this episode is for you.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/parenttrapquiz
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