Let’s be real—connecting with your tween or teen in the summer used to be easier. Beach days, sidewalk chalk, popsicles on the porch… they used to want to be around you.

Now? You get eye-rolls, earbuds, and “I’m good.”

But here’s the truth:
👉 The problem isn’t that they don’t want to hang out with you.
👉 The problem is… no one taught you how to connect with this version of them.

In this episode, Pam breaks down what’s really going on beneath the surface of tween disconnection—through the lens of brain science, emotional development, and nervous system awareness.

You’ll walk away with:

• A powerful reframe for what connection really is (and why it’s quieter than you think)
• 4 simple but impactful ways to build connection without over-functioning
• Real-life examples of rituals, rhythms, and moments that actually work
• The reassurance you need that you’re not behind—and it’s not too late

If you’re tired of feeling like you have to try harder just to get your kid to look up from their phone…

If you’re ready to stop overcompensating with activities, outings, and bribes…

Then this episode is your permission slip to try something different.

💡 And if you want to take this work deeper—with real tools, on-demand support, and proven strategies to regulate yourself and show up calmly for your big-feeling kids?

Come join us inside Living CALM—the self-paced course designed for moms like you.

Inside Living CALM, you'll learn:

• How to stop yelling and start regulating (without going numb or shutting down)
• How to create connection without burning out
• How to understand your child’s behavior through the nervous system lens
• How to show up with confidence, clarity, and calm—anytime, anywhere (even from your bed)

Because parenting doesn’t need to feel like a daily battle.
It can feel connected, grounded, and even… kinda beautiful.
Let’s make that your new normal.

👉 Click here to join Living CALM or check the show notes for the link.

🔗 Links & Resources:

• 💻 Join Living CALM: Link here
• 💌 Get on the email list for weekly tools + inspiration: Link Here
• 📲 Follow Pam on Instagram: @TheHealingTherapistPam

If this episode hit home, send it to a friend, screenshot it, or tag Pam on social—because every mom deserves support like this. 💛

The best thing you can do for yourself and your kids is effectively regulate your nervous system. And a great place to start >> to wire the brain for gratitude. Research tells us that gratitude increases happiness and a peaceful mindset. Make the shift and watch how things in your life start to change. Sign up today! www.pamgodbois.com/gratitude