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  • Eps 555: High achieving middle schoolers with Julietta Skoog

    Eps 555: High achieving middle schoolers with Julietta Skoog
    Mar 10 2025
    My guest today is Julietta Skoog, my co-founder and the Early Years Lead here at Sproutable. We’re talking about perfectionism and pressure on high achieving middle schoolers. Julietta and I discuss high achieving kids and the connection between extracurriculars and academics. We compare overachieving and being an efficient student and how much pressure some middle schoolers are under. Julietta shares about growth mindset and the antidote for perfectionism. We wrap up chatting about our modeling and “living out loud.” Takeaways from the show High achieving middle school students We can’t always help our kids tune out distractions or pressure, but we can help our kids reframe Extracurriculars and academics Being an efficient student versus being an overachieving student The high pressure (and even burn out) on middle schoolers The fear of “what if I never figure it out?” Reconciling parental expectations with school expectations and what their own expectations are for themselves Studying for a test versus studying to learn & retain knowledge Things can still be hard and uncomfortable even when we’re using our Positive Discipline parenting tools and doing it “right” - sometimes we just have to sit with the discomfort and the challenge The importance of a growth mindset “The antidote for perfectionism is I love you no matter what” When kids stop trying because of pressure from perfectionism Modeling and “living out loud” For more show notes, including transcripts, visit our website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 min
  • Eps 554: Conflict to Connection - Parenting Teens with Empathy & Understanding

    Eps 554: Conflict to Connection - Parenting Teens with Empathy & Understanding
    Mar 6 2025
    Struggling to connect with your teen? This episode dives deep into the dynamics of parent-teen relationships, exploring how our beliefs and reactions shape the way our kids see us. Learn how to shift from control to connection, create a space of openness, and build trust so your teen feels seen, heard, and understood. If you’ve ever wondered how to maintain influence without pushing your child away, this conversation is for you. Tune in to discover practical strategies for fostering a relationship where your teen feels safe to share—and you can truly support their journey. Find more show notes and info about our sponsors at https://www.besproutable.com/podcasts/eps-554-conflict-to-connection-parenting-teens-with-empathy-amp-understanding/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    34 min
  • Eps 553: Mental health in girls sports with Jenn Ireland

    Eps 553: Mental health in girls sports with Jenn Ireland
    Mar 3 2025
    My guest today is Jenn Ireland, and we’re talking about the mental health in youth sports, particularly for teen girls. Jenn shares what youth sports culture looks like today and we discuss teens tying their self-worth to athletic performance. Jenn talks about some of the skills she mentors young female athletes about, like countering your inner-critic voice with your inner-coach. We get into the similarities between parent coaching and coaching young athletes, and we wrap up touching on when to (gently) push your adolescent and effective coaching. Takeaways from the show: The focus on winning & success in youth sports culture today Being disappointed with a loss versus associating losses with your self-worth Self-worth can’t be tied to performance Being good at a sport takes many life-skills in addition to the necessary athletic skills How to help kids who are stuck in their head or beating themselves up about performance Teens need mentors aside from parents & coaches Countering your inner-critic with your inner-coach Similarities between parent coaching and coaching young athletes - we’re all working on the same skills Parents encouraging/pushing their children into elite sports versus kids who are intrinsically motivated How do you know when to push your athlete? When do you hand the decision to play to your adolescent? Telling a teen you love them unconditionally versus making sure they know and believe that you love them unconditionally Building relationships Effective coaching & being connected to your coaches For more show notes, including transcripts, visit our website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h et 2 min
  • Eps 552: Influence through connection while dealing with our teen's partner's family

    Eps 552: Influence through connection while dealing with our teen's partner's family
    Feb 27 2025
    Parenting teens is a wild ride, and in this episode, we’re diving into how we can stay connected, even when it feels like they’re slipping away. I’ll be sharing insights from the community, including a real question from a parent struggling with their teen’s choices and independence. We’ll explore how to reframe challenges, strengthen communication, and shift our own mindset to create deeper, more meaningful relationships. You can’t control your teen, but you can control how you show up—and that changes everything. Join me for a conversation full of insight, validation, and practical tools to support you on this journey! For more show notes and information about our sponsors, go to: https://www.besproutable.com/podcasts/eps-552-influence-through-connection-while-dealing-with-our-teens-partners-family/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 min
  • Eps 551: Helping teens cope with grief with Clarissa Moll

    Eps 551: Helping teens cope with grief with Clarissa Moll
    Feb 24 2025
    My guest today is Clarissa Moll, and she’s here today to talk about helping teens cope with grief. Clarissa shares her story and what led her to griefwork. We discuss how teens grieve and what your child(ren) want and need to know during loss. Clarissa offers us tips around relationship building and starting tough conversations with our adolescents. We end our conversation talking about spirituality in grief. Takeaways from the show Teens don’t have a lot of resources around grief Adolescents don’t grieve like children or adults, and everyone grieves differently Asking your child what it’s like to be a grieving teenager Needing our teen’s guidance into what they need from us When, what, and how much to share with your child Being the gatekeeper for your family The importance of one trusted adult and building a community of support Wanting to say the “right thing” while not layering on additional sadness “Be a good question asker, not a good advice giver” Spirituality in grief For more show notes, including transcripts, visit our website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    58 min
  • Revisiting Eps 183: Your kids are not manipulating you

    Revisiting Eps 183: Your kids are not manipulating you
    Feb 20 2025
    As parents, we often feel stuck when communicating with our teenagers, convinced they're being manipulative or just trying to get their way. This podcast challenges that mindset by exploring how kids—at any age—are driven by a deep need for belonging and significance. It encourages us to shift from commands to curiosity, creating an environment where our kids feel safe, heard, and empowered. By understanding their "private logic" and using questions instead of demands, we foster real connection. If you're ready to transform your parenting approach, this episode is a must-listen! Find more show notes and info about sponsors at: https://www.besproutable.com/podcasts/eps-183-your-kids-are-not-manipulating-you/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 min
  • Eps 550: Online gaming safety tips for teens with Ron Kerbs

    Eps 550: Online gaming safety tips for teens with Ron Kerbs
    Feb 17 2025
    My guest today is Ron Kerbs, and he’s here to talk about online gaming safety tips & gaming toxicity for our teens. We get into the biggest threats to kids who play online multiplayer games and why gaming is so toxic. Ron shares advice for parents and some positives about gaming. We finish by talking about Ron’s company, Kidas, which monitors kids’ gaming and offers parents concrete resources and tips for how to talk to your child about what happened. Takeaways from the show What are the threats to kids who play online, multiplayer games? Spoiler: privacy issues & sharing personal information The big feelings & frustrations that come with gaming Why is online multiplayer gaming so toxic? Are there “safe” games for kids? How do parents know? Getting interested & involved in your adolescent’s games What’s “too much” gaming? Around 60% of kids under 18 who play video games will be bullied, harassed or scammed Benefits of gaming include making friends, getting scholarships, and even making a living Kids offers monitoring AND help with how to communicate and have those tough conversations with your child after an incident Collaborating with other parents in your child’s friend group to get on the same page about gaming For more show notes, including transcripts, visit our website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 min
  • Eps 549: When our teens need more support than what we can give

    Eps 549: When our teens need more support than what we can give
    Feb 13 2025
    Parenting a struggling teen is an incredibly tough journey, and if you’ve ever felt alone in it, this episode is for you. A fellow parent bravely shares their experience of admitting their 13-year-old into residential mental health care—how they got there, the doubts, and the hope. We’re diving into when to seek help, how to find it, and how to support our kids while also taking care of ourselves. If you’re navigating the impossible, know that you’re not alone. Tune in for insight, encouragement, and a reminder that healing—for both you and your teen—is possible. Find more show notes and resources about our sponsors at: https://www.besproutable.com/podcasts/eps-549-when-our-teens-need-more-support-than-what-we-can-give/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 min