Previously the Small Jar Podcast

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “If they would just do what I want…” Whether it's your teen, your partner, or even a colleague, it's easy to believe our frustration is caused by their refusal to cooperate. In this episode, I dive into one of the most common mindset traps for moms of teens: believing our emotional peace depends on others changing.

I explore real-life scenarios—from workplace dynamics to intense conversations with your teenager—and show how our expectations often create stress, anxiety, and resentment. As moms, we want our kids to be safe, successful, and happy. But that desire often turns into overthinking, control, and the urge to "fix" their choices.

We'll talk about:

How to let go of your emotional dependence on others doing what you expect

How to respond with curiosity and calm, not anger or guilt

Why setting healthy boundaries—internally and externally—can restore your peace

If you're navigating the emotional rollercoaster of parenting teens or adjusting to the empty nest years, this episode will help you shift your mindset, release unnecessary pain, and reclaim your confidence, connection, and clarity.

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❓ Have questions or want to share your feedback? I'd love to hear from you! You can email me at [email protected]. 

This empowering podcast offers life coaching for moms and parenting support for midlife mothers raising teens as they approach the empty nest, teaching them how to let go of control, stop overthinking, and shift their mindset, while also helping them set boundaries, improve communication, reduce anxiety, release mom guilt, and find purpose in the evolving journey of parenting teens and motherhood.