Are you holding yourself back as a parent of a teen or young adult?

Here’s why it’s so hard to trust your intuition—and how to finally follow through.

If you’ve ever caught yourself hesitating in a moment where you know what the right decision is… you’re not alone. So many parents struggle to fully trust themselves—second-guessing, overthinking, and holding back when it matters most.

In this episode, we unpack the truth most parents don’t expect: 👉 The hardest part of parenting isn’t your child… it’s learning to trust yourself.

We dive into why parents hold themselves back, how fear and guilt show up in key moments, and what it really looks like to step into the confident, grounded, empowered version of yourself as a parent.

You’ll also learn the difference between control vs. leadership —and why that shift changes everything in your relationship with your teen or young adult. We also share a real story about setting boundaries around social media—and what changed when the parent changed first.

In this episode:

When you shift how you show up… everything changes.

NEXT STEPS

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Feel like your teen or young adult is pulling away—and nothing you’re doing is working?

In this episode, we break down how to stay connected with your teen or young adult and improve communication—without pushing them further away.

Because real connection doesn’t come from pressure or control…
👉 it comes from curiosity, safety, and trust.

Inside this episode, you’ll learn:

This isn’t about fixing your child.
It’s about becoming the parent they want to open up to.

Next Steps

If you’re ready to rebuild connection and create a calmer, more connected family:

Parent Coaching → https://www.myextraordinarypurpose.com/life-coaching-for-parents 
Teen Coaching → https://www.myextraordinarypurpose.com/teen-coaching 
Young Adult Coaching → https://www.myextraordinarypurpose.com/young-adult-coaching 

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Final Thought

You’re not losing your child.
You’re being invited into a new way of connecting with them.

If your teen or young adult isn’t listening… If everything turns into tension, resistance, or shutdown… This episode will shift how you see parenting.

Because the issue isn’t your teen—it’s the environment they’re growing up in.

In this episode, we break down how to create a strong family culture that brings your family together instead of pushing everyone apart.

What You’ll Learn:

The Truth Most Parents Miss Your teen doesn’t need more pressure. They need: – A sense of purpose – A role that matters – An environment that supports who they’re becoming When you change the culture of your home… everything changes.

Resources + Next Steps

Life Coaching for Parents: https://www.myextraordinarypurpose.com/life-coaching-for-parents

Teen Coaching Program: https://www.myextraordinarypurpose.com/teen-coaching

Young Adult Coaching Program: https://www.myextraordinarypurpose.com/young-adult-coaching

 Schedule a Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/extraordinarypurpose/young-adult-discovery-call

Final Thought You don’t need to be a perfect parent. But when you become a more intentional leader… you create a home where your kids actually want to show up, grow, and connect. 

Ever find yourself reacting in the moment with your teen… and wishing you handled it differently? In this episode, we break down the #1 skill parents need to improve communication, reduce conflict, and build stronger relationships with teens and young adults: staying grounded.

Because when you’re not grounded, you react. And when you react—you lose influence.

In This Episode:

Simple Practices You Can Use Today:

✔️ Pause & check in: What am I feeling? What do I need?

✔️ Box breathing to reset your nervous system

✔️ Taking a walk to shift your state

✔️ Journaling & reflection to break patterns

The Truth: You don’t need better parenting strategies— you need to show up differently in the moments that matter. When you’re calm, present, and grounded… everything changes.

Work With Us:

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Schedule a Discovery Call 

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Life Coaching for Young Adults: 

https://www.myextraordinarypurpose.com/young-adult-coaching

Parenting teens and young adults can bring grief, distance, tension, and a lot of uncertainty. In this episode, Erin Verdis and Chris Adang talk about the evolution parents must go through as their children grow from little kids into adolescents and young adults. They explore why trying to control, fix, rescue, or pressure your child often creates more disconnection — and why the real shift begins when parents reconnect with themselves first.

In this conversation, you’ll learn how to:  

If you’ve been asking yourself how to connect with your teen or young adult, how to stop walking on eggshells, or how to help without pushing, this episode is for you.

What if the movies you watch with your teen or young adult could actually strengthen your relationship, build confidence, and spark meaningful conversations?

In this episode of the Extraordinary Purpose Podcast, Erin and Chris share a powerful list of inspiring movies that move us—and how the deeper lessons inside these films can help parents of teens and young adults lead with more clarity, confidence, and emotional connection. From family comedies to classic underdog stories and modern blockbusters, these films reveal powerful themes around identity, resilience, vulnerability, leadership, and staying true to yourself in a noisy world.

As parents, the content we consume—and what we model for our kids—shapes how our families grow. When you become more intentional about what you watch together, movies can become a gateway for growth instead of just entertainment.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

If you’re navigating the challenges of parenting teens or young adults—whether that’s motivation, confidence, emotional distance, or identity struggles—this episode will give you a fresh, hopeful lens for how small moments can create big shifts in your family culture.

Try this:

Choose one movie this week to watch with your teen or young adult and ask one intentional question afterward. You’ll be surprised what opens up.

Helpful Links & Resources

Quick Summary for Parents: If you’re a parent of a teen or young adult who feels drained, distracted, or overwhelmed, this episode will help you reset how you show up. Erin and Chris share practical tools to help you show up as your best self — even on hard days — and model emotional leadership for your kids.

In Part 3 of this 3-part series on showing up as your best self as a parent, Erin and Chris walk parents of teens and young adults through how to intentionally choose who you are being in everyday moments — especially when you feel tired, stuck in negative self-talk, or lost in distractions like your phone.

You’ll learn why motivation often comes after action, how your emotional energy impacts your kids, and simple daily practices to help you show up with more presence, patience, and confidence.

In this episode, you’ll learn how to:

Helpful resources for parents of teens & young adults:

Life Coaching for Parents: https://www.myextraordinarypurpose.com/life-coaching-for-parents

Teen Life Coaching Program: https://www.myextraordinarypurpose.com/teen-coaching

Life Coaching for Young Adults: https://www.myextraordinarypurpose.com/young-adult-coaching

Action Step: Before your next important conversation, pause and ask: Who do I want to be in this moment? Then show up as that version of yourself.

 n this solo episode of The Extraordinary Purpose Podcast, Erin explores what it really means to trust yourself in a world full of noise, opinions, and pressure. As culture enters what many call a “trust recession,” this conversation invites you to slow down, get quiet, and reconnect with your intuition.

Through vulnerable personal stories — from health decisions and home birth to healing and recovery — Erin shares how learning to trust herself changed the trajectory of her life. If you’ve been feeling stuck, disconnected, or unsure of your next step, this episode will help you reconnect with your inner compass.

Why our culture is experiencing a “trust recession”

How to begin trusting yourself again

The power of slowing down and practicing presence

How intuition leads to more aligned decisions

Why self-education is essential when choosing your own path

How to navigate resistance and judgment from others

Why modeling self-trust is powerful for your kids

You already carry the wisdom you’re searching for.
Slowing down helps you hear your truth.
Trusting yourself builds confidence and clarity.
When parents model self-trust, children learn to trust themselves.

Moms who feel disconnected from themselves
Parents navigating big decisions
Women in seasons of transition or reinvention
Parents of teens and young adults seeking deeper connection

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Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or tired of starting strong but falling off?

In this episode of the Extraordinary Purpose Podcast, Chris and Erin speak to parents of teens and young adults about how to overcome resistance, follow through on what matters, and build real momentum—even when motivation is low. You’ll learn why resistance is normal, how to break the resistance loop, and how small daily actions build confidence and trust in yourself (and model powerful habits for your kids).

This is Part 2 of our 3-part series on resistance, momentum, and identity. In this episode, you’ll learn:

Helpful resources for parents:

Parent Life Coaching → https://www.myextraordinarypurpose.com/parent-coaching

Teen Coaching → https://www.myextraordinarypurpose.com/life-coaching-for-teens

Young Adult Coaching → https://www.myextraordinarypurpose.com/life-coaching-for-young-adults

Ready for support? Schedule a Parent Discovery Call → https://www.myextraordinarypurpose.com/parent-discovery-call

Resistance isn’t laziness. It’s not a lack of motivation. And it definitely doesn’t mean something is wrong with you.

In this episode of the Extraordinary Purpose Podcast, Erin and Chris break down the Resistance Loop—the invisible mental cycle that quietly controls our thoughts, emotions, self-talk, and daily choices.

You’ll learn:

Whether you’re a parent feeling stuck, a young adult lacking momentum, or someone tired of starting over, this episode will help you take back control—one intentional choice at a time.

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