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Single Parenting Reset Show: For Solo Parents of Tweens and Teens — Manage Behavior Problems, Reduce Screen Time & Improve Communication
Single Parenting Reset Show: For Solo Parents of Tweens and Teens — Manage Behavior Problems, Reduce Screen Time & Improve Communication
Author: Therese Connolly
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Welcome to Single Parenting Reset Show — The go-to podcast for single parents (single moms and single dads) of tweens and teens to reduce screen time, improve communication, and build stronger family connections.
Hosted by Tess Connolly, LCSW, a parent and family coach who understands the unique challenges of solo parenting. Each episode offers practical behavioral strategies, confidence-building tools, and real-life support for single parents. You'll get help managing screen time, improving co-parenting dynamics, and building lasting connections with your teens and tweens — one episode at a time.
If you're ready to raise emotionally healthy, confident kids while reclaiming your calm as a single parent, you're in the right place.
Hosted by Tess Connolly, LCSW, a parent and family coach who understands the unique challenges of solo parenting. Each episode offers practical behavioral strategies, confidence-building tools, and real-life support for single parents. You'll get help managing screen time, improving co-parenting dynamics, and building lasting connections with your teens and tweens — one episode at a time.
If you're ready to raise emotionally healthy, confident kids while reclaiming your calm as a single parent, you're in the right place.
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Do you ever feel stuck between being the "too soft" parent who gets walked all over and the "mean" one who yells and regrets it later?Many single parents find themselves swinging between two extremes—permissive parenting that lacks boundaries and authoritarian parenting that shuts kids down. But what if there was a third way that actually builds trust, improves screen time struggles, and keeps the peace?Why high empathy without structure increases anxiety and leads to screen-time battlesWhy strict rules without connection damage trust and cause kids to hide things from youHow to step into “secure leadership” with real-life scripts that help you set firm, respectful boundaries this weekIf you're ready to stop yelling and start leading with calm confidence, press play on this episode and learn how to become a secure leader in your home today.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.#singleparents #parentingtweensandteens #ScreenTime #behaviorproblems #Communication
Are you constantly setting screen time rules—only to be ignored or met with resistance from your tween or teen?If you're a single parent juggling both connection and control, you're not alone. Parenting tweens and teens solo can leave you stuck in a cycle of exhaustion, over-explaining, or giving in just to keep the peace. But what if there was a science-backed way to reset the dynamic?Learn the Bridge Method, a brain-based script that gets through to your teen—without the blowupsUse AI tools as your parenting co-pilot to reduce decision fatigue and mental overloadDiscover the difference between tech overuse and real screen addiction, and how to respond with calm leadership Tune in now to discover practical strategies that will help you set firm boundaries while keeping the connection strong with your tween or teen.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.#singleparents #parentingtweensandteens #ScreenTime #behaviorproblems #Communication
Ever feel like your teen’s screen time habits, bad attitude, or boundary-pushing behaviors are personally attacking your sanity?If you’re a single parent raising a tween or teen, you already know how quickly everyday stress can escalate into anger — especially when you're dealing with screen time limits, vaping or drinking concerns, or flat-out defiance. In this powerful episode, Dr. Mitch Abrams joins Tess to break down what anger really means for parents, and how to use it as a tool — not a trap.Learn how to identify and manage parenting burnout before it leads to conflict.Get practical anger management tools that work during real-life moments like screen time battles and disrespectful attitude.Understand why suppressing your anger — especially around issues like vaping and drinking — does more harm than good.Tune in now to learn real-world parenting skills that help you stay calm and effective — even when your teen pushes every single button.Dr. Mitch Abrams has a private practice providing sport, clinical, and forensic psychology services, and is also an expert in the treatment of trauma. Since 2000, he has worked inside the prison system in New Jersey and now oversees psychological services for seven of the state’s prisons as Chief Psychologist for Rutgers-University Correctional Health Care. He is also a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Rutgers Health-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. Abrams is the Founder and CEO of Learned Excellence for Athletes, utilizing anger management training to assist athletes, coaches, and professionals reach peak performance. His new book is: I’m Not Fucking Angry!!! Adjust the Flames to Get What You Want and Need Learn more at drmitchabrams.com.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get...
Are you tired of the constant battles with your teen over screen time—wondering why they just won’t put the phone down?In this eye-opening episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, explains how your teen’s addiction to scrolling isn’t laziness or defiance—it’s neurological manipulation. Discover why those endless TikToks are more powerful than your rules, and what you can do about it, especially as a single parent.You’ll understand the brain science behind your teen’s obsession with their phone—and why nagging won’t help.You’ll learn the top 5 signs their screen time has crossed the line from habit to addiction.You’ll get Tess’s 5-step Connection Over Control reset framework to rebuild trust and reduce conflict in your home.If you’re ready to stop yelling and start reconnecting with your teen, hit play now and learn the practical reset tools you need today.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.#singleparents #parentingtweensandteens #ScreenTime #behaviorproblems #Communication
Are screen time battles, teen backtalk, or constant conflict leaving you emotionally drained as a single parent?For parents of tweens and teens, everyday moments like bedtime, homework, and phone limits can quickly spiral into major stress. What if there was a simple, science-backed way to reset your energy—and your communication—in real time? In this episode, breathwork coach Arleen Peterzak shares how intentional breathing can help single parents manage conflict, model emotional regulation, and create calmer, more connected conversations at home.Learn how better communication with your tween or teen starts with regulating your own nervous system.Discover simple, in-the-moment breathwork techniques to help manage screen time stress and family conflict.Find out how to model calm through breath—so your child feels safe, heard, and more likely to listen.🎧 Press play now to learn how just 6 minutes of breathwork a day can help single parents manage screen time struggles, reduce conflict, and build better communication with their tweens and teens.Arleen Pietrzak is a breathwork guide, movement educator, and longtime personal trainer who helps people restore ease, resilience, and trust in their bodies. With over 20 years of experience in fitness, movement, and high-touch environments, Arleen blends practical physiology with intuitive awareness to support nervous system regulation, posture, and sustainable breathing patterns.Through her breath adventures, workshops, and one-on-one work, Arleen guides people through simple, accessible practices that help navigate stress, pressure, and change—both physically and emotionally. Her approach emphasizes listening to the body, developing proprioception, and using breath as a reliable tool for self-regulation rather than force or control.Arleen is especially passionate about helping parents and teens build embodied tools they can use in real life, creating space for calm, connection, and choice in everyday moments.https://breathadventure.com⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here:
Are you stuck in constant battles over screen time, routines, and emotional blowups with your tween or teen—and wondering why everything feels harder lately?You're not imagining it. Research shows that high screen time is linked to increased anxiety and depression in teens—and late winter brings developmental and seasonal stress that only intensifies the tension. But the answer isn’t more rules—it’s a new kind of reset.Discover what’s really behind your teen’s rising irritability and shutdownsLearn the “Connect Before You Correct” reset strategy backed by researchHear a real-world example of how one parent shifted from nightly battles to peaceful eveningsTune in now to learn the simple yet powerful reset strategy that helps you reduce conflict and rebuild connection with your teen—starting tonight.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.#singleparents #parentingtweensandteens #ScreenTime #behaviorproblems #Communication
Does every conversation with your tween turn into a power struggle, especially around screen time? You’re not alone—and this episode reveals what’s really going on beneath the pushback. If you’re a single parent dealing with nonstop arguments, shutdowns, and oppositional behavior, you might be missing the deeper message your child is trying to send. This episode uncovers why opposition is often less about attitude and more about stress, emotional safety, and your child’s need for connection and autonomy.Learn the real root causes behind oppositional behavior (it’s not defiance—it’s dysregulation).Discover 5 powerful strategies to de-escalate conflict and reconnect with your tween.Walk away with a calm, clear framework for setting limits without triggering a meltdown. Listen now to discover how small communication shifts can end daily battles and strengthen your connection with your tween.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.#singleparents #parentingtweensandteens #ScreenTime #behaviorproblems #Communication
Is your teen pulling away, spending more time alone, and talking less — leaving you wondering if you’re losing them?If you're a parent watching your teen go quiet or withdraw, it’s easy to panic. But this stage — while scary — can be both normal and navigable. The way you respond in this moment could either protect your connection or push them further away.How to tell the difference between normal independence and warning signs that need more attention.What not to do when your teen shuts down — and why common reactions can backfire.A step-by-step approach to staying emotionally steady and rebuilding trust without pushing too hard.Press play now to learn how to support your teen through this phase while keeping communication and connection intact.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.#singleparents #parentingtweensandteens #ScreenTime #behaviorproblems #Communication
Have you already repeated yourself three times today—and still got silence, eye rolls, or snapping back from your teen?If the new year already feels like old battles—around school, sleep, or screens—this episode will give you a powerful reframe. Especially after the holidays, most teens are emotionally dysregulated, and jumping straight to correction isn’t just ineffective—it’s damaging. You don’t need to talk more, you need to start differently.Learn why January is the worst time to lead with correction and what to do insteadDiscover a 3-step emotional reset that warms your teen up for better conversationsGet a repeatable script you can use today to stop the power struggles around screen time and schoolPress play to learn the exact reset that makes your teen more likely to listen, cooperate, and connect—all without yelling or repeating yourself.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.#singleparents #parentingtweensandteens #ScreenTime #behaviorproblems #Communication
Is screen time creating chaos, conflict, and constant tension in your home?You're not alone—and you're not powerless. In this year-end "best of" episode, Tess Connolly, LCSW, shares the most effective and research-backed screen time strategies from 2025 that actually help tweens and teens reduce screen dependence without damaging your relationship.Discover why co-creating a tech vision with your teen leads to more cooperation (and less rebellion).Learn how connection—not correction—is the real key to setting effective screen limits.Get five clear, proven strategies that help your family reset screen habits while boosting communication, sleep, and trust.Hit play now to learn how to manage screen time in a way that calms the chaos and strengthens your relationship with your tween or teen.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.#singleparents #parentingtweensandteens #ScreenTime #behaviorproblems #Communication
Are you constantly arguing with your tween or teen and wondering why every conversation turns into a power struggle?You're not alone—and you're definitely not failing. In this "Best of 2025" episode, parent and family coach Tess Connolly, LCSW, breaks down why conflict is developmentally normal and how single parents can navigate it with less yelling, more connection, and a lot more peace at home.Learn 5 powerful mindset and communication shifts to defuse arguments before they spiral.Discover how to validate your teen’s emotions without giving in or losing control.Get real-life scripts and strategies to set clear, calm, consistent boundaries that actually stick. Listen now to start transforming conflict into connection with your tween or teen—without sacrificing your sanity or authority.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.#singleparents #parentingtweensandteens #ScreenTime #behaviorproblems #Communication
Feeling overwhelmed or pulled in every direction this Christmas Day as a single parent? You’re not alone—and this reset is exactly what you need.Between the pressure of gifts, logistics, screen time, and co-parenting dynamics, Christmas can be an emotional minefield—especially with tweens and teens. This episode offers a calming antidote: a gentle, grounding Christmas Day Reset to help you stay present, connected, and emotionally centered with your child.Discover 5 short, doable rituals to bring peace and joy into your Christmas Day—no stress, no perfection required.Learn how to set screen time boundaries without conflict (yes, even today!).Get inspired to create meaningful moments that your tween or teen will actually remember—without extra pressure or effort.Hit play to get your 15-minute Christmas Day reset and discover simple ways to feel calm, connected, and grounded with your teen today.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.#singleparents #parentingtweensandteens #ScreenTime #behaviorproblems #Communication
Are screens quietly taking over your home this December — turning your teen into a moody ghost and your holidays into chaos?If you're a single parent already noticing more eye-rolls, late-night scrolling, and tension around devices, you're not imagining things. Holiday break brings disrupted routines, more downtime, and zero structure — the perfect storm for screen overload and emotional blowups. But it doesn’t have to be that way.Discover why screen time feels so unmanageable during the holidays (and why it's not your fault).Get a ready-to-use 5-part Holiday Screen Time Agreement that brings back structure without daily battles.Learn how to introduce boundaries that reduce conflict and actually give your teen more independence.Hit play now to reset your screen time approach and reclaim peace in your home this holiday season — without power struggles or guilt.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.#singleparents #parentingtweensandteens #ScreenTime #behaviorproblems #Communication
Do you really know what your teen might be offered at their next holiday party? With school out and the holiday season in full swing, teens have more unstructured time, less supervision, and more peer pressure than ever—especially when it comes to vaping and THC pens. If you're a single parent of a tween or teen, this episode arms you with what to say before they head out.Learn why the holiday season spikes vaping and THC use among teens.Get a word-for-word conversation you can use today to keep your child safe and supported.Discover the calm, connection-based strategy that encourages honesty—not rebellion.Listen now to get the exact script and strategy to protect your teen during the holiday break—without damaging your relationship.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.#singleparents #parentingtweensandteens #ScreenTime #behaviorproblems #Communication
Is your teen snapping at you, glued to their phone, or arguing over every little thing this December? The holiday season can push everyone to the edge—especially your teen. With disrupted routines, overstimulation, and mounting pressure, moods are volatile. If you're a single parent feeling overwhelmed by conflict and chaos, this episode brings relief.Learn a 3-second strategy that stops arguments before they even startGet a communication reset script that works—even with prickly teensDiscover how small connection moments can build emotional safety during high-stress weeks Press play to learn practical ways to stay calm, avoid power struggles, and feel more grounded while parenting your teen through the holidays.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.#singleparents #parentingtweensandteens #ScreenTime #behaviorproblems #Communication
Feeling like the only parent trying to enforce rules while your co-parent plays it loose with curfews, screen time, or even vaping? The holidays make it worse — but there's a better way.When co-parenting dynamics clash, especially during the high-stress holiday season, many single parents feel like they’re swimming upstream. If you're the one holding the line while your co-parent is more relaxed (or even oppositional), you're not alone — and you don’t have to parent from a place of frustration or fear. There’s a clear, calm, and research-backed way forward.In this episode, you’ll learn:How to stay emotionally steady even when the other house has completely different rulesWhat to say to your tween/teen to keep connection strong without pulling them into the middleA holiday script that prevents arguments, avoids triangulation, and protects your child’s emotional healthPress play to discover how you can hold loving boundaries with calm confidence — and give your tween the emotional safety they truly need this holiday season.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.#singleparents #parentingtweensandteens #ScreenTime #behaviorproblems #Communication
Are you a single parent of a tween or teen wondering how to handle vaping, screen time, or other tough topics — without constant arguments or shutdowns?In this episode of The Single Parenting Reset Show, Tess Connolly talks with respiratory therapist Jessica Stewart about how to recognize vaping use, how it affects teen brains and behavior, and how to start these conversations to improve communication and build trust—especially for single parents managing behavior solo.Understand how to spot early signs of vaping in your tween or teen — even before they admit it.Get a calm, effective communication plan that avoids nagging and improves connection.Learn practical tools for managing teen behavior and setting limits while maintaining trust.Tap play to learn how single parents can confidently navigate teen vaping, behavior, and communication — with tools that really work.Jessica Stewart is a certified Life Coach, Respiratory Therapist, Certified Tobacco Educator and host of the podcast The Teen Years Toolkit For Moms. Having raised 2 teenage sons of her own, she now helps parents of teenagers understand how their own emotional management is the best tool for raising teens.You can learn more about Jessica on www.coachwithjessica.ca⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.#singleparents #parentingtweensandteens #ScreenTime #behaviorproblems #Communication
Ever feel like your teen just shrugs off every consequence you give—curfew blown, phone gone, and they still say "whatever"?If you’re a parent stuck in a loop of threats, punishments, and zero results, this episode will explain why your teen tunes out—and how to reset your approach for real change. Most consequences aren’t working because they don’t teach anything. But with the right strategies, you can shift from power struggles to peaceful, effective parenting.Discover 8 evidence-based techniques that actually work when consequences fail.Learn how to create structure, accountability, and trust—without yelling or punishment.Walk away with real-life scripts and examples to strengthen your connection and guide your teen toward responsibility.Hit play now to learn how to stop the consequence spiral and start creating a more peaceful, respectful relationship with your teen—starting today.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.#singleparents #parentingtweensandteens #ScreenTime #behaviorproblems #Communication
Ever feel like your teen expects VIP treatment 24/7 — instant rides, new phones, last-minute rescues — and flips out when you say no?You’re not alone. Many parents, especially single parents, are seeing more entitled behavior from their teens — and struggling to manage it without constant arguments. This episode dives deep into where entitlement comes from, how it’s fueled by screens and peer culture, and what you can actually do to reset the tone at home.Learn why entitlement isn’t about character — it’s about conditioning (and how to shift it)Discover Tess Connolly’s 3-step Reset Framework to handle pushback and build responsibilityFind out how to replace conflict with calm communication and real accountabilityListen now to learn how to reset entitled behavior and teach your teen lifelong skills like empathy, gratitude, and responsibility — starting today.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.#singleparents #parentingtweensandteens #ScreenTime #behaviorproblems #Communication
Ever feel like your teen has completely shut down — no conversation, just shrugs, one-word answers, or silence?You’re not alone. Many single parents are trying their best, but unknowingly creating communication roadblocks that push their teens further away. This episode breaks down the exact reasons that connection feels so hard — and what small shifts can bring your teen back to the table.Discover 5 common parenting habits that actually shut down teen communication — and how to reverse them.Learn how to shift from controlling to coaching, and why this change builds trust and openness.Get practical phrases and emotional tools to use in everyday conversations that rebuild connection without conflict.Tune in now to learn the real reasons your teen isn’t talking—and how to create calm, respectful conversations that actually lead to connection.⭐Got screen time problems at home, get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)📧Connect with Therese (Tess) Connolly, LCSW, CCC here👇: therese@mindfulkidsandfamilies.com Website: www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com🆘 Need 1:1 Support? Book right here to connect with Tess for a 45-minute FREE “Parent Reset” session: Parent Reset Call⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.#singleparents #parentingtweensandteens #ScreenTime #behaviorproblems #Communication




