Listen in to hear what I'm up to, and what that means for you.

Remember, when you slow down, get quiet, and listen - you'll be guided. No need to force, hustle, or prove. You and your teen...you're enough!

Get ready for some magic.

See you soon,

Ashley

Hey parents, summer can easily turn into endless screen time and chaos — but what if it became your biggest opportunity to build your teen’s confidence, independence, and real-life skills that stick all year?

In this episode:

✨Understand the unique challenges of managing screen time during summer 

✨ Learn to set effective boundaries without conflict

✨Explore techniques to fill your teen's social and emotional needs beyond screens

✨Gain tips to collaborate with your teen on tech-life balance

Let’s turn your summer screen battles into opportunities for growth and connection?

Check out the Teenage Guide to Screen Stress and get instant access to valuable coaching and resources. Let’s make this summer the best one yet!

Check out the FREE Class → De-Stress Mini Training

✨ Ashley

00:00 Introduction: Screens Aren't the Enemy
00:12 Reframing Resistance as Information
01:42 Summer and Technology: A Universal Thorn
02:14 Managing Screens Without the Battle
04:22 Understanding the Summer Screen Struggle
05:17 Tech as a Social Lifeline
06:16 Balancing Screen Time and Real Time
07:52 Creating Boundaries That Work
09:11 Collaborating with Your Teen
10:07 Free Mini De-Stress Training
11:20 The Sunscreen Analogy
13:17 The Importance of Non-Negotiables
14:00 Building Ownership and Respect
14:17 Three Simple Ways to Achieve Tech-Life Balance
14:35 Tech Swaps and Social Hangouts
14:53 Using Tech Together
15:25 Creating Digital Oasis
15:43 Screens Aren't the Enemy: Revisited
16:14 Connecting Through Disconnection
17:24 Final Thoughts on Screen Balance
18:50 The Power of Screens in Parenting
19:07 Reconnect and Reuse Screens
19:39 The Influence of Parent-Teen Relationships

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Let's face it: summer isn't really much of a break for parents. 

Unstructured time often equals more chaos

Teens often dysregulate in summer without rhythm.

And, you're dysregulated at the thought of them being dysregulated (aka you're snappy at the thought of them being moody)

In this episode:

✨ Destress and reset your parenting mindset.
✨ Redefine summer success for your family
✨ Embrace this season for growth and connection
✨ Focus on yourself first to positively influence your teen's behavior.

That's why it's important for you to know that now is the perfect time to hit the reset button, and when you do your whole summer will be better! Because 𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟 𝐢𝐧 𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞...𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠.

✨ Ashley

If you want even more support, check out my FREE mini-training "De-Stress"! 

Want to know what's really underneath the surface of your teen's moods, low-motivation, or low-confidence? You don't want to miss this. 

𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐬

02:42 - Summer Transition Challenges
03:01 - Parenting Reset
04:21 - Acknowledging Summer Struggles
04:58 - Dysregulation in Teens
05:22 - Personal Experience and Breakthrough
06:32 - Parenting is About You
07:11 - Soul to Systems Toolkit
08:17 - Reactive Parenting Mode
10:14 - Identity Change in Parenting
11:35 - Resetting Your Parenting Approach
12:31 - Summer as an Opportunity

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Hey parents, summer can easily turn into endless screen time and chaos — but what if it became your biggest opportunity to build your teen’s confidence, independence, and real-life skills that stick all year?

In this episode:

Redefine what summer success really means for your teen and your family

Build a flexible framework with non-negotiable pillars, not strict rules

Give your teen ownership over their time and goals (imperfect is okay!)

Prioritize quality time to strengthen your relationship and their confidence

Special Shoutout:

Big thanks to my friend, Erin Stutland, for inspiring my mantra: "Movement in our bodies creates movement in our minds." The science behind this is powerful, and Erin's work has made a huge impact on my approach to wellness and personal growth. You can connect with her on Instagram at @ErinStutland or visit her website www.erinstutland.com.

Exciting News:

If this episode resonates with you, don’t miss out on my Finish the School Year Strong Workshop Replays—available through Friday! Plus, THRIVE Monthly Membership doors are closing on Memorial Day as I redesign the program to make it even better. So grab your spot now for just $97/month before the change happens! THRIVE gives you the tools and coaching to strengthen your relationship with your teen and tackle the parenting challenges with confidence.

For all the details, check out the link in the show notes!

THRIVE Membership → https://www.theteenageguide.com/thrive-membership
Finish the School Year Strong Class → https://www.theteenageguide.com/strong-confident-connected-class-replay-1

✨ Ashley

Time Codes:

01:41 - Start Thinking About Summer Now
02:33 - Set Up Summer to Win All Year
03:02 - Redefine Summer Success Together
04:30 - Structure with Space to Breathe
05:48 - Let Curiosity Lead
06:10 - Responsibility Builds Real Confidence
07:10 - Move the Body, Shift the Mind
08:10 - Nature and Connection Are Non-Negotiable
08:55 - Stretch Their Skills, Grow Their Confidence
09:55 - Consistency Over Perfection
10:41 - Let Them Own Their Time
11:29 - Support, Don’t Micromanage
13:06 - Prioritize Quality Time Over Productivity
14:20 - Use the Off Time to Build Connection
14:50 - End with Reflection, Start with Momentum
16:01 - Ease Builds Influence

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To culminate this 3-part series on time and energy (and how to make the most of it!) I wanted to focus on an area that comes up a lot in my coaching practice with parents and my THRIVE membership parent group: boundaries that motivate our teens and lead to more connection, follow-through, and solutions to challenges. 

End of school pressures, expectations, and deadlines can lead to teens breaking down, ignoring work, procrastinating, putting in minimal effort because it's just too much pressure...and you're left feeling exhausted and drained, while the clock is ticking!

If you can relate, listen in to learn:

Timecodes

01:47 - Why Parent Burnout Starts with Time & Energy Boundaries
02:20 - When Pressure Backfires: Why Teens Shut Down
03:23 - How to Set Boundaries Without Nagging or Burnout
03:59 - Support School Stress with Clear Boundaries
04:19 - Tired of Nagging? You Need a Boundaries Upgrade
05:03 - Stop Being the Reminder—Let Teens Own Responsibility
05:34 - Set Expectations Once—with a Plan that Works
06:07 - The Charlie Brown Effect: Why Teens Tune You Out
06:29 - Support Without Hovering or Taking Over
07:42 - Boundaries Should Support, Not Control Your Teen
08:18 - Are You Leading or Just Enforcing?
08:30 - Stop Trying to Control Your Teen’s Emotions
09:35 - You Don’t Have to Absorb Your Teen’s Stress
10:05 - Your Teen Needs You to Stay Regulated
10:39 - Protecting Your Energy Builds Influence with Your Teen

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https://www.theteenageguide.com/therelatemethod 

May-cember (as it's affectionally called in some circles) brings so many layers!

Whether you feel 'up' to them or can actually enjoy them, or not!

That’s why in this part 2 of the Time + Energy series TG35, "How to Actually Make Time for the Things that Make a Real Difference in You and Your Teen's Lives", I’m giving you the exact tools to decrease overwhelm and obligation, and start prioritizing what matters most to improve your lives.

Here are time codes for key segments in today's episode:

01:17 - Running on Empty
01:56 - A New Paradigm
02:17 - The Parent You Always Needed
03:32 - Clarify Your Priorities
03:57 - Define What Matters Most
04:23 - Be the Guide, Not the Hero
05:20 - Clarity Creates Impact
05:47 - Own Your Time
07:05 - Boundaries Make It Real & Build Trust 
11:23 - Talk It Out, Together 

As I'm publishing this ON Mother's Day, I hope you feel loved and supported today, and always!

Ashley

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Welcome back to The Teenage Guide podcast! 

Between ping-pong schedules, being pulled in a million directions, and the emotional rollercoasters that April and May can bring, we've got to become intentional with our time and energy so that we can actually enjoy and be present for these (very layered) months! 

In episode 1 of this 3 part series I'm calling "Time to Thrive", I’m breaking down:

✨ Where you have to focus if you want to feel more time, presence, and energy in parenting well

✨ How your relationship with time and productivity might be draining your energy

✨Why unsubscribing from hustle culture is one of the most powerful gifts you can give yourself—and your family 🎯

Listen in now!

Ashley

Time Codes:

00:34 - A New Paradigm for Parenting Teens
02:00 - Time and Energy Management for Teens
03:47 - Behavior Change Starts with Identity
04:08 - Are You Using Productivity to Numb?
04:37 - Giving Yourself Permission to Slow Down
05:32 - Recognizing When You're Proving Your Worth
05:55 - Busyness Is Not a Badge of Honor
06:21 - It’s Time to Rewrite the Narrative for Parents
07:20 - Unsubscribe from Hustle Culture
08:11 - Envision the Parent-Teen Relationship You Want
08:39 - You and Your Teen Are Capable of Big Dreams
09:07 - Busy Isn’t the Problem—Avoidance Is

WORK WITH ME: 

✨ Want to ensure the next school year (or the next 6+ months) is eons better than the last?

(Apply here for virtual parent / teen coaching: (Only 2 Spots Left for Summer (in the U.S.) → https://www.jotform.com/form/240688718868174

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✨ Wish you could guarantee you and your teen could finish the school year strong? Start here with my free 3-part workshop → https://www.theteenageguide.com/strong-confident-connected-class-replay-1

Welcome back to The Teenage Guide podcast!

Listen, I know you want the best for your teen. And, at the same time, sometimes even with the best intentions, we unintentionally sabotage their motivation and success.

In this powerful episode, I’m breaking down:

I also share details coming off the heels of my LIVE 3-part workshop! If you haven't watched the replays they'll be up for a limited time, and they are amazing. What's inside is solid gold information that's helped countless parents have more peace, a better relationship with their teen, and know exactly how to boost their teen's confidence and self-drive. Get access here → www.theteenageguide.com/workshop-replays

If you're exhausted and overwhelmed with stress and you're ready for real support with the best parent community around? The doors to THRIVE Monthly Membership are OPEN & if you register now you'll get access to next week's Member workshop that's gonna be incredible! 

02:13 - Why the 'Terrible Teen Years' Belief Is Holding You Back
03:42 - Sneaky Ways Parents Undermine Teen Motivation Without Realizing It
05:22 - Bridging the Gap Between School Alerts and Your Teen’s Reality
07:03 - The Invisible Pressure of Being a 'Good Parent
07:39 - How Your Definition of Success Might Be Hurting Your Teen
09:21 - The #1 Concept Most Parents Miss in Teen Conversations
10:01 - Why 'Because I Said So' Backfires with Teens Every Time
11:42 - How Your Nervous System Shapes Your Parenting Without You Knowing
13:17 - When Fear Takes Over: The Parenting Panic Spiral
14:13 - The Magic of Self-Regulation

Learn more about THRIVE Monthly Membership here → www.theteenageguide.com/monthly-membership 

Register for THRIVE Monthly Membership here →https://www.theteenageguide.com/offers/5LJoToHc/checkout   

Welcome back!

Inside this episode, I’ll walk you through The RELATE Method™—my 6-part framework to build an unbreakable bond with your t(w)een, no matter how distant or challenging your relationship can feel.

🎯 Inside you’ll learn:

✨ Want more? Join my upcoming FREE, LIVE 3-part workshop:
"Finish the School Year Strong, Confident, & Connected!"
📅 April 11, 12, & 13 — just 30 minutes a day
🎁 Special bonus for live attendees!
👉 Register here → www.theteenageguide.com/workshop

Parenting teens doesn’t have to feel like you're in survival mode.
I'm here to show you how to make it one of the best seasons of your lives!

✨ Never underestimate the power you have as the parent,

Ashley

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Timestamps

00:20 - Why Parenting Teens Feels So Intense Right Now
01:34 - Your Relationship Is Your Greatest Influence
02:17 - Why I Created the Relate Method for Parents of Teens
03:00 - A Nighttime Check-In for Your Parenting Wins & Repairs
05:45 - Why RELATE Is a Simple Framework That Works
06:23 - RELATE Is a Framework—Not a Checklist
07:22 - RELATE Starts With You First
08:04 - Connection Begins with Authenticity
09:13 - Teens Can Spot Inauthenticity a Mile Away
10:02 - Vulnerability Isn’t Emotional Dumping
10:41 - Presence Is the Most Powerful Way to Connect
11:40 - Get Curious About What They’re Into—Without Judgment
12:53 - Curiosity Builds Trust Faster Than Criticism
13:22 - Listen Like a Detective—Not a Fixer
14:51 - Teens Listen When They Feel Heard First
15:32 - Attunement Means Being With Them—Not Absorbing Them
17:05 - Join the Free Workshop to End the School Year Strong
18:21 - Trust Is Built Like a Bank Account—One Deposit at a Time
19:30 - Model Trust by Refusing to Gossip
20:28 - Trust Is Built in the Micro Moments
21:30 - Elevate Your Mindset About Parenting Teens
22:20 - Be the Guide Who Elevates the Conversation at Home
23:31 - Create Your Own Flow—Don’t Follow the Fear
24:41 - Be the Hope Your Teen Doesn’t Get from the World
25:18 - The RELATE Method: A Quick Recap
26:12 - You Don’t Have to End the School Year Stressed

Wish your teen had the tools and confidence to reach their full potential?

Feeling the pressure of end-of-school year within sight?

Wish you could help them, but they're full of excuses, resistance, or they're shutting you out?

May is notoriously full for both parents and teens—projects, finals, deadlines, and sooo many to-do’s, and the above scenarios are common for so many parents and teens right about now! 

That's why I'm excited to bring you this week's episode.

Inside you’ll learn:

✨ What your teen's behavior is really telling you around this time

✨How to show up so they're more open to your guidance

✨A simple practice that automatically decreases stress and increases peace between you

If you like this episode and you want more support, don't miss my upcoming free, live 3-part workshop:

"Finish the School Year Strong, Confident, and Connected!"  

Inside this workshop you'll learn common mistakes even the most well-intentioned parents make when it comes to blocking their teen's confidence and motivation, and my simple 4-part framework that gets your teen to:

✅ listen to your guidance without backtalk

✅ build self-drive to do what they need to do and be the best the can be

✅ build trust and joy between you

all as simply and quickly as possible! 

This 3-part workshop is a MUST if you're:

Click the link above or register for the workshop here >> www.theteenageguide.com/workshop 

00:08 - Turning End-of-Year Stress into Confidence & Connection
00:43 - Free Workshop: Help Your Teen Finish the Year Strong
04:04 - Why Time Feels Different in Midlife Parenting
05:18 - Peace and Joy in Parenting Isn’t a Fantasy
06:20 - Don’t Take the Bait
07:14 - Stress Reveals What’s Inside—Stay Curious
07:41 - The Emotional Hot Potato: Don’t Catch It
08:17 - Decision Fatigue Looks Like Defiance—But It’s Not
09:19 - Listen Before You Talk—Really Listen
10:18 - Teens Won’t Listen Until They Feel Heard
11:03 - Peace Comes When Teens Feel Heard
11:43 - Make the Invisible Visible
12:17 - Name Your Stress Without Dumping It
13:29 - Sharing Stress Builds Trust and Teamwork
13:59 - 3 Simple Ways to Create Peace With Your Teen
14:18 - Join the Free Workshop to Finish the School Year Strong

See you there!

✨ Ashley