Core Topic: This season can feel like too much. Between sick kids, family stress, school chaos, and the pressure to “hold it all together,” it’s no wonder your nervous system is on edge. But regulation doesn’t mean perfection, it means presence.

If you’ve ever thought:

• “Why am I the only one trying to keep the peace?”

• “I feel like I’m falling apart.”

• “This house is so tense… and I’m the glue.”

Then this episode is for you.

Inside this episode of Root to Ring, you’ll learn:

• What family dysregulation looks like and why it’s contagious

• How nervous system rhythms impact the entire emotional tone at home

• What co-regulation really means (hint: it’s not a motivational speech)

• How to reset your rhythm without needing a script

• Practices you can use today to lead from calm, even when you feel anything but

Key Belief Shifts:

• You don’t have to control the chaos. You can co-regulate the room.

• Your nervous system isn’t too much. It’s your superpower.

• You’re not just the peacekeeper, you’re the anchor.

Quotes to Remember:

“Don’t control the chaos. Co-regulate the room.”

“You can’t fake calm when you’re flooded. But you can return to it, on purpose.”

“You’re not failing. You’re navigating a dysregulated season with a brave, beautiful heart.”

Resources + Links:

• ⁠Join the community: The Rooted Parenting Circle

• Learn more about coaching:⁠ www.rootedinresiliencecollective.com⁠

• Follow on Instagram:⁠ @parentingwithabi⁠ and⁠ @rootedinresiliencecollective⁠

• Free Guide: The Burnout Fix for Moms of Teens: A 3‑Day Reset to Parent with Confidence (Not Guilt) — available at the link in my bio

Next Steps:

If you’re tired of walking on eggshells and ready to shift the emotional tone of your home, DM me the word CIRCLE on IG and I’ll send you all the details about joining The Rooted Parenting Circle.

Loved this episode? Share it with a friend or leave a review. That’s how we ripple rooted change, together. 💛

Core Topic: This time of year can feel like a pressure cooker for moms. Between school stress, holiday chaos, and expectations to “get it all right,” it’s easy to spiral. But what if you traded the pressure of routines for the peace of rhythms?

If you’ve ever thought:

“I can’t keep up with everything.”

“My routines keep breaking down.”

“I’m failing if I’m not consistent every day…”

This episode is your permission slip.

Inside this episode of Root to Ring, we’ll explore:

• The difference between rigid routines and flexible rhythms

• Why routines break down and how rhythms hold you up

• How to build seasonal rhythms rooted in your values

• What it means to parent with your capacity, not against it

• 3 simple checkpoints to reset your daily rhythm

Key Belief Shifts:

• You don’t need perfection. You need presence.

• Routines box you in. Rhythms build you up.

• Seasonal parenting isn’t failure. It’s wisdom.

Quotes to Remember:

“Routines tell you what to do. Rhythms remind you who you are.”

“You’re not meant to hold your family together with control. You’re meant to lead them from what matters.”

“Your rhythm gets to shift with the season. That’s not failure. It’s flexibility.”

Resources + Links:

• ⁠Join The Rooted Parenting Circle

• Learn more about coaching:⁠ www.rootedinresiliencecollective.com⁠

• Follow on Instagram:⁠ @parentingwithabi⁠ and⁠ @rootedinresiliencecollective⁠

• Grab the Free Guide here: Rooted, Not Reactive

Next Steps:

If you’re tired of white-knuckling routines that don’t work, come find your rhythm again. DM me the word CIRCLE on IG and I’ll send you the details for The Rooted Parenting Circle.

If this episode gave you a breath of fresh air, share it with a fellow mom or leave a review! That’s how we grow rooted families, together. 💛

Core Topic: Boundaries have become a buzzword, and a trigger word. But done right, boundaries aren’t about control or disconnection. They’re about clarity, connection, and becoming the calm, confident leader your teen needs.

If you’ve ever thought:

In this episode of Root to Ring: A Resilient Parenting Podcast, we’ll unpack:

• Why boundaries feel so hard (and why they’re worth it)
  

• What boundaries really are (hint: not control)
  

• How your nervous system impacts boundary-setting
  

• What healthy boundaries look like in action
  

• Why consistency beats perfection, every time
  

Key Belief Shifts:

• Boundaries aren’t barriers. They’re bridges.
  

• You’re not controlling your teen. You’re anchoring yourself.
  

• Consistency creates safety (even if they pretend to hate it).
  

Quotes to Remember:

“Boundaries aren’t punishments. They’re invitations to clarity and trust.”

“Hard doesn’t mean bad. It might just mean good and new.”

“It's not about performance. It's about being rooted.”

Resources + Links:

• ⁠Sign up for The Rooted Parenting Circle Waitlist⁠

• Learn more about coaching:⁠ www.rootedinresiliencecollective.com⁠

• Follow on Instagram:⁠ @parentingwithabi⁠ and⁠ @rootedinresiliencecollective⁠

• Free Guide: Rooted, Not Reactive — available at the link in my bio

Next Steps:

If boundaries make your stomach flip, but your heart knows they matter, DM me the word CIRCLE on Instagram. I’ll send you all the details about joining The Rooted Parenting Circle.

Loved this episode? Share it or leave a review! That’s how we grow deeper roots, one anchored mama at a time. 💛

Core Topic: You didn’t choose the parenting blueprint you were handed, but you can rewrite it. This episode is about breaking generational cycles without burning bridges, blaming your parents, or drowning in shame.

If you’ve ever thought:

“I sound just like my mom… and not in a good way.”

“I swore I’d parent differently, but here I am…”

“I know better, but why can’t I do better?”

Then this one’s for you, Cycle Breaker.

In this episode of Root to Ring: A Resilient Parenting Podcast, you’ll learn:

• Why you default to your parents’ patterns even when you “know better”

• What it actually means to “reparent yourself”—and why it matters

• How your nervous system impacts your reactions

• What ownership without shame really looks like

• How to break cycles with grace, not guilt
  

Key Belief Shifts:

• You can honor your roots and choose a new path.

• Owning your story doesn’t mean blaming your parents.

• You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to be rooted.
  

Quotes to Remember:

“You don’t have to choose between honoring your past and telling the truth about your pain.”

“Every misalignment is just an invitation to return to the root.”

“You’re not a bad mom. You’re a cycle breaker doing sacred work.”

Resources + Links:

• ⁠Sign up for The Rooted Parenting Circle Waitlist⁠

• Learn more about coaching:⁠ www.rootedinresiliencecollective.com⁠

• Follow on Instagram:⁠ @parentingwithabi⁠ and⁠ @rootedinresiliencecollective⁠

• Free Guide: Rooted, Not Reactive — available at the link in my bio

Next Steps:

If you’re parenting through patterns you didn’t choose and want support rewriting your story, DM me the word CIRCLE on IG and I’ll send you all the details about joining the Rooted Parenting Circle.

Loved this episode? Share it with a fellow mom or leave a review! That’s how we break cycles together, one rooted mom at a time. 💛

Core Topic: Why values-led parenting is the antidote to guilt, reactivity, and confusion, especially when the noise around you feels loud.

If you’ve ever thought…

“I don’t even know what I believe anymore.”

“Every expert says something different.”

“I’m trying so hard, but nothing feels consistent.”

This episode is for you.

In this week’s episode of Root to Ring: A Resilient Parenting Podcast, we’re unpacking why clarity—not control—is the key to confidence in parenting teens. When you’re grounded in your values, you don’t have to scramble for the right script or second-guess your every decision. You simply return to your roots.

You’ll learn:

• Why values-led parenting brings consistency when emotions are high

• How external noise leads to internal guilt (and how to tune it out)

• Why clarity matters more than control

• What family values actually look like in everyday parenting

• A sticky note prompt to name your core values today

Key Belief Shifts:

• You weren’t meant to parent from fear.

• Clarity—not control—creates connection.

• Your values are your compass. You can return to them anytime.

Quotes to Remember:

“Your home isn’t built by rules. It’s built by rhythms.”

“You weren’t meant to parent from fear. You were made to lead from alignment.”

“Every misalignment is just an invitation to return to the root.”

Resources + Links:

• ⁠Sign up for The Rooted Parenting Circle Waitlist⁠

• Learn more about coaching:⁠ www.rootedinresiliencecollective.com⁠

• Follow on Instagram:⁠ @parentingwithabi⁠ and⁠ @rootedinresiliencecollective⁠

• Free Guide: Rooted, Not Reactive — available at the link in my bio

Next Steps:

If you’re craving more clarity and consistency in your parenting, I’d love to support you inside the Rooted Parenting Circle. DM me the word CIRCLE on Instagram and I’ll send you all the details.

If this episode encouraged you, share it with a fellow mom or leave a review. That’s how we build stronger families, one rooted mom at a time. 💛

Core Topic: What’s really going on when you spiral, shut down, or snap at your teen and how nervous system awareness can help you shift.

If you’ve ever thought…

“I’ve read the books and learned the tools… so why am I still reacting?”

“What if I just can’t change?”

“Maybe I’m not trying hard enough.”

This episode is for you.

In this week’s episode of Root to Ring: A Resilient Parenting Podcast, we’re talking about the invisible work that creates real change, not just mindset, but nervous system capacity. You’ll learn how your body might be stuck in survival mode even when your brain “knows better” and what to do when it feels like you’re parenting from constant fight-or-flight.

You’ll learn:

• Why mindset does matter, but can’t do all the work

• How your nervous system might be running the show

• What “being at capacity” actually looks and feels like

• The difference between capability and capacity• How to pause deeper (not just push harder)

• A reflection prompt for noticing what your body needs before reacting

Key Belief Shifts:

• Your body remembers what your mind tries to override

• You’re not failing, you might just be at capacity

• Calm is a skill, not a personality trait

Quotes to Remember:

“You’re not a bad mom for feeling triggered. You’re a brave one for trying again.”

“You don’t need to push harder. You might need to pause deeper.”

“Your nervous system isn’t broken. It’s doing its job. And now it’s time to teach it something new.”

Resources + Links:

• Sign up for The Rooted Parenting Circle Waitlist

• Learn more about coaching: www.rootedinresiliencecollective.com

• Follow on Instagram: @parentingwithabi and @rootedinresiliencecollective

• Free Guide: Rooted, Not Reactive — available at the link in my bio

Next Steps:

The invisible work you’re doing matters. If you’re tired of spiraling and ready to grow your capacity—not just your to-do list—I’d love to support you inside The Rooted Parenting Circle, my monthly membership space for reflective moms. Doors open October 28, but you can join anytime.

DM me the word CIRCLE on Instagram or visit the website to join the waitlist.

If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend or leave a review. That’s how we build stronger families, one rooted mom at a time. 💛

Core Topic: Why guilt doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong and how to let it guide you without getting stuck in shame.

If you’ve ever thought…

• “I’m messing everything up.”

• “I’m not the mom I wanted to be.”

• “I feel stuck in guilt and don’t know how to change.”

This episode is for you.

In this week’s episode of Root to Ring: A Resilient Parenting Podcast, we’re unpacking why guilt isn’t a punishment, it’s a signal. A sign that you care deeply and want something better. And how to move through guilt with grace, instead of getting trapped in the spiral of shame.

You’ll learn how to:

• Recognize the purpose of guilt (without making it your identity)• Get curious about your patterns — not judgmental

• Use guilt as a guide to growth and resilience

• Model healthy repair and self-compassion for your teen

• Take small, rooted steps back to the parent you want to be

Key Belief Shifts:

• Guilt is a signal. Shame is a story.

• You don’t need to be perfect — just present and honest.

• You can’t change the past, but you can shape the future.

Quotes to Remember:

“Guilt shows up because you care, but it doesn’t get to tell the whole story.”

“Guilt can lead to grace, and grace is what makes growth possible.”

“You’re not just parenting your teen. You’re reparenting yourself in real time.”

Resources + Links:

• Sign up for The Rooted Parenting Circle Waitlist

• Learn more about coaching: www.rootedinresiliencecollective.com

• Follow on Instagram: @parentingwithabi and @rootedinresiliencecollective

• Free Guide: Rooted, Not Reactive — available at the link in my bio

Next Steps:

The Rooted Parenting Circle opens October 28th — a monthly space to do this work in community (without pressure to get it perfect). You can join anytime.

DM me the word CIRCLE on Instagram and I’ll send you the link. 💛

If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend or leave a review. That’s how we build stronger families, one rooted mom at a time.

Core Topic: Why your teen might still feel distant, even after your repair attempts and how to stay rooted when the silence sets in.

If you’ve ever thought…

“They still won’t talk to me.”

“I’m doing everything right—why does it feel worse?”

“Maybe I’ve already messed it all up.”

This episode is for you.

In this week’s episode of Root to Ring: A Resilient Parenting Podcast, we’re talking about what to do after the repair when your teen is still closed off or quiet. You’ll learn how silence is often a signal of fear (not failure), how to stay present without pushing, and why trust takes time to grow roots.

We’ll talk about:

• What silence is actually communicating

• Why trust isn’t built in one talk, but in rhythms of safety

• What to do when you feel rejected or hopeless

• How your own story shapes your fear during disconnection

• 3 practical shifts to rebuild trust without force

Key Belief Shifts:

• Silence doesn’t always mean rejection. It often means fear.

• Repair is a rhythm—not a script.

• Disconnection doesn’t mean disrepair. It means a new rhythm is forming.

Quotes to Remember:

“Your teen will test your availability before they test their vulnerability.”

“Repair creates rhythms of safety. Not a one-and-done fix.”

“You’re not failing. You’re planting seeds.”

Resources + Links:

• Learn more about coaching: www.rootedinresiliencecollective.com

• Follow on Instagram: @parentingwithabi and @rootedinresiliencecollective

• Free Guide: Boundaries That Stick — available at the link in my bio

Next Steps:

If you’re ready to stop spiraling and start building connection, DM me the word REPAIR on Instagram. I’ll send you a resource to help you take your next step.

If this episode helped, share it with a friend or leave a review.

That’s how we grow strong families, one rooted mom at a time.

Core Topic: Trust isn’t built in one big talk. It’s built over time through small, consistent actions. In this episode, you’ll learn a 3-step rhythm for repairing after rupture so that your teen feels safe, seen, and supported, even after a hard moment.

If you’ve ever thought…

“I’ve already said I’m sorry. What else can I do?”

“Maybe I’ve messed up too much to rebuild trust."

“I feel like I’m tiptoeing around them now.”

This one’s for you.

In this episode of Root to Ring: A Resilient Parenting Podcast, we talk about why rupture is inevitable in any parent-teen relationship, but repair is where resilience is built. You’ll hear how to rebuild trust without groveling, lecture-free ways to reconnect, and a simple rhythm to follow (even when things still feel tense).

You’ll learn:

• Why rupture doesn’t mean you’ve failed

• The 3-part rhythm of repair (that builds trust over time)

• What real co-regulation looks like

• How to apologize without losing authority

• Common cultural myths that keep moms stuck in fear

• What to do when your teen pulls away (and won’t talk)

Key Belief Shifts:

• Rupture is part of parenting. Repair is what makes it resilient.

• You don’t need to tiptoe. You need a rhythm that builds trust.

• Your child doesn’t need a perfect mom. They need a rooted one.

Quotes to Remember:

“Repair isn’t about fixing everything at once. It’s about showing up again and again.”

“Your teen can trust you when your words and actions match.”

“You’re not failing, you’re healing. And that work matters.”

Resources + Links:

• Learn more about coaching:⁠⁠ www.rootedinresiliencecollective.com⁠⁠

• Follow on Instagram: @parentingwithabi and @rootedinresiliencecollective

• Free Guide: Boundaries That Stick — available at the link in my bio

Next Steps:

If you’re trying to rebuild trust without walking on eggshells, DM me the word REPAIR on Instagram and I’ll send you a tool to help.

And if this episode helped, would you share it with a friend or leave a review? That’s how we build stronger families, one rooted mom at a time. 💛

Core Topic: Why repair matters more than perfection and how to start rebuilding trust with your teen, even when it feels awkward or too late.

If you’ve ever thought…

“I said something I can’t take back.”

“What if I’ve already lost them?”

“Maybe it’s easier to just pretend everything’s fine.”

This episode is for you.

In this week’s episode of Root to Ring: A Resilient Parenting Podcast, we’re unpacking why rupture is inevitable in every family, but repair is what actually builds resilience. You’ll learn why silence keeps disconnection alive, why repair doesn’t mean giving long lectures or begging for forgiveness, and how to take one small step toward rebuilding trust with your teen today.

We’ll talk about:

• Why rupture feels so heavy for moms (and how your own story plays a role)

• The cost of pretending nothing’s broken

• Why it’s not too late...but you do need to go first

• What real repair looks like (without overexplaining)

• Simple examples to open the door for connection

• A reflection prompt to help you take your first step

Key Belief Shifts:

• Rupture is inevitable. Repair is optional, but it’s what creates resilience.

• Silence doesn’t heal. Pretending it’s fine doesn’t make it fine.

• Your teen doesn’t need a perfect mom. They need a present one.

Quotes to Remember:

“Repair doesn’t erase rupture. It rebuilds trust over time.”

“It’s not too late — but you do need to go first.”

“Repair is honesty, presence, and small steps that rebuild trust.”

Resources + Links:

• Learn more about coaching:⁠ www.rootedinresiliencecollective.com⁠

• Follow on Instagram: @parentingwithabi and @rootedinresiliencecollective

• Free Guide: Boundaries That Stick — available at the link in my bio

Next Steps:

If you’re ready to stop avoiding conflict and start rebuilding connection, let’s talk. DM me the word REPAIR on Instagram and I’ll send you a resource to help you start.

If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend or leave a review. That’s how we build stronger families, one rooted mom at a time. 💛