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Teen Boundaries That Work - Ep. 177

Teen Boundaries That Work | Ep. 177

Boundaries aren’t about control—they’re about clarity and care. Join us to explore real-life ways to set limits that help teens thrive.

When Teens Refuse Help - Ep. 176

When Teens Refuse Help | Ep. 176

What to do when teens refuse help? Learn how to build trust, normalize support, and keep the door open—because every teen deserves to be heard.

De-Escalation with Brenda McAdoo

De-Escalation Skills and Conflict Management | Ep. 175

Learn de-escalation techniques and conflict management tools to support teens when emotions run high. You don’t have to fix it—just show up.

Ep. 24: Healthy Habits & Fall Sports

Ep. 24: Healthy Habits & Fall Sports

How long does it really take to form a new habit? Chris and Karlie find out! Then they take a look at fall sports, hoco, foco and expectations.

Ep. 23: Trauma Triggers & 9/11

Ep. 23: Trauma Triggers & 9/11

Join Chris and Karlie to talk about what it means to be “triggered” and how the trauma cycle works. Then, as we approach the 20th anniversary of 9/11, we talk ways to honor the memory of the lives lost and the heroes who saved so many.

Ep. 22: Talking About Mental Health & YikYak

Ep. 22: Talking About Mental Health & YikYak

It’s every adult’s responsibility to look out for teen’s mental health and to be a safe place when they need it. Episode 22 offers advice on how to be present and how to respond when a teen comes to you.

Ep. 20: Teen Fits & Constructive Thoughts

Ep. 20: Teen Fits & Constructive Thoughts

Get the latest on teen fashion trends like shackets and sneakers. Listen to the end to hear from author Maeve Ronan on how to create constructive thoughts.

Ep. 19: Start of School Anxiety & Simone Biles

Ep. 19: Start of School Anxiety & Simone Biles

Get practical ways to support school staff & students as they head back to school. Then join us for the importance of Simone Biles’ refusal to put performance over mental health.