The Teen Life Podcast

 Listen & Subscribe

YouTube

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.

navigating difficult conversations with Brenda McAdoo

Navigating Difficult Conversations with Teens | Ep. 174

Brenda McAdoo offers expert tips on how to navigate difficult conversations with teens, keep an open dialogue, and how to use expert de-escalation strategies.

Building trust and connection with Brenda McAdoo

Building Trust and Connection | Ep. 173

Whether you’re a teacher, coach, mentor, or parent, listen to gain insights on building trust with teens to improve conversations and make a lasting impact.

Ep. 115: Anger

Ep. 115: Anger

Why are teenagers so angry? Let’s talk about the stereotype of the annoyed teen and how to help channel that anger into a state of better self-awareness.

Ep: 114: Sneaking

Ep: 114: Sneaking

It can be scary when teens start sneaking around to get what they want or need. Learn what might be behind your teen’s sneaky behavior.

Ep. 113: Gossip

Ep. 113: Gossip

Between whispers in the hallways, messaging apps, and social media, gossip is hard for teens to navigate. Karlie talks through why it happens and how to help.

Ep. 112: Lying

Ep. 112: Lying

98% of all teens lie to their parents. But before things get personal, make sure to listen to our suggestions for how to handle tough conversations about lying.

Ep. 111: Laziness

Ep. 111: Laziness

Are teens really lazy? Listen to learn the reasons behind the teen laziness stereotype and how to talk with teenagers about it.

Ep. 110: Perfectionism

Ep. 110: Perfectionism

Don’t miss these concrete tips for identifying perfectionism, what to say and how to help teens channel perfectionist tendencies for the best.