Today I'm talking with Jason Reid about one of the hardest parts of parenting: having real, honest conversations with our kids about the things nobody wants to bring up. The messy things. The scary things. The things we hope aren't happening—but often are. Jason shares his family's story of losing his 14-year-old son to suicide, and the gained wisdom he's sharing with all of us. He reveals the number one mistake we simply cannot afford to make as parents, and how small shifts in our conversations can genuinely protect our kids. This isn't an episode about fear—it's about clarity, courage, and the kind of connection that makes all the difference. We talk about how to support our kids through their struggles without pretending we have it all together, and how to keep it real with our own emotions in the process. If you're wanting practical, compassionate guidance for navigating hard conversations, strengthening trust, and being a safe place for your teen when life gets heavy, this episode will meet you right where you are. About my guest: Jason Reid is a partner at CEO International, where he coaches CEOs on how to be successful. He co-founded National Services Group, which employs 2500 people across three brands nationwide. He is a leader, entrepreneur, and family man. Following the loss of his 14-year-old son to suicide in 2018, Jason started the foundation TellMyStory.org, a nonprofit organization built to educate and empower parents by sharing the best and latest resources they need to identify and understand how to support their children's mental health struggles. Through its sister organization, Mental Wellness Media, it helps generate awareness through powerful media projects that compels parents and kids to better communicate and share their stories. Jason has shared his experience in two TEDx talks, the documentary films Tell My Story, What I Wish My Parents Knew and Tell My Story's other educational programs.
Teenagers today are more "connected" than ever—and also more alone than ever. In this episode, I break down what researchers are calling a teenage loneliness epidemic and how it's quietly shaping our kids' emotional, social, and spiritual health. Large global studies show that about 1 in 9 adolescents worldwide report feeling lonely "most of the time" or "always." Long-term data also shows that by 2018, high loneliness levels in adolescents had nearly doubled compared to 2012. In the U.S., young people hold some of the highest loneliness rates of any age group, with one national report showing 61% of young adults experiencing "serious loneliness." We'll also get into the conversation around a "male loneliness epidemic." Some recent findings show men ages 15–34 report higher day-to-day loneliness than women the same age, even though overall, large-scale research suggests gender differences in loneliness are actually quite small. So what does that mean for your son—or your daughter? In this episode, I talk about: What's really driving the rise in teen loneliness (and why it's not as simple as "social media = bad"). How our parental habits—pace, expectations, emotional modeling—can unintentionally deepen the problem or help solve it. Practical, realistic ways to create connection with teens who seem withdrawn, prickly, or hard to reach. How boys and girls experience loneliness differently, and what each needs from the adults in their lives. How to offer yourself compassion as you learn new ways of showing up for your teen. This isn't about guilt. It's about naming what's real, supporting families with compassion, and giving you tools that bring connection back into the relationship. I'd love to chat with you about how this is playing out in your home. Book a free call HERE References 1. World Health Organization (WHO). (2021). Adolescent mental health: Global prevalence of loneliness in 13–17 year olds. https://www.who.int/publications 2. López Steinmetz, L. C., et al. (2021). Loneliness among adolescents across 37 countries: Trends from 2000–2018. Journal of Adolescent Health, 69(6), 993–1002. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jadohealth.2021.08.009 3. Harvard Graduate School of Education: Making Caring Common Project. (2021). Loneliness in America: How the pandemic has deepened an epidemic of loneliness and what we can do about it. https://mcc.gse.harvard.edu 4. Cigna. (2020). U.S. Loneliness Index: Gen Z and young adults experience the highest loneliness levels. https://www.cigna.com 5. Gallup. (2023). Men report higher rates of daily loneliness than women in many age groups. https://news.gallup.com 6. Maes, M., Van den Noortgate, W., & Goossens, L. (2016). Gender differences in loneliness across the lifespan: A meta-analysis. European Journal of Personality, 30(1), 70–85. https://doi.org/10.1002/per.2034
Purity culture isn't the opposite of sin—it's the counterfeit of real purity, emotional maturity, and healthy sexuality. In this episode, we unpack how purity culture quietly slips into our parenting, our faith conversations, and our expectations of teens… and how to replace it with something actually healing. We'll cover five practical steps that help your teen build healthy sexuality, spiritual resilience, emotional wellbeing, and genuine self-trust—without shame, fear, or pressure. You'll walk away with: A clear understanding of how purity culture harms both boys and girls emotionally, spiritually, and developmentally. Five actionable ways to support your teen in forming healthy, grounded sexuality rooted in connection and worthiness. Tools to model emotional maturity and normalize curiosity, agency, boundaries, and self-expression. Shame-free approach for talking about bodies, relationships, desire, and consent. A grounded roadmap for raising teens who feel confident, connected, spiritually anchored, and safe being themselves. If you're ready to parent with more peace, confidence, and connection—and less fear and control—I'd love to help you get there. Book a free Peaceful Parenting Strategy Call here
If you've ever thought, "Why do my teen's moods control the whole house?"—this episode is for you. Instead of doubling down on control (which never works), I'll walk you through how to regulate yourself first, so you can actually connect with your teen and get real results. Here's what you'll walk away with: 3 steps to ground yourself fast (including Chris's "Safety Sequence" you'll want in your back pocket forever). Why high emotions = low intelligence, and how to flip the script in heated moments. How to retrain your brain so you see possibilities instead of just problems. The secret to creating peace in your home—even when your teen is tired, stressed, or flat-out pushing your buttons. Parenting isn't about "fixing" your teen—it's about showing up as the parent you'll be proud of. Book your free Peaceful Parenting Strategy Call today and let's create a plan that finally works for your family. About my Guest: Chris Rich is a certified life coach, corporate mental health presenter, and host of The Mixed Faith Relationship Podcast. She specializes in helping individuals strengthen connection, resilience, and emotional well-being—especially when navigating the challenges of faith shifts and family dynamics. Chris combines her professional training with her lived experience in a mixed faith family to offer practical tools, compassion, and hope. www.chrisrichcoaching.com chrisrichcoaching@gmail.com Host of The Mixed Faith Relationship Podcast @chrisrichcoaching Instagram Subscribe to Mixed Faith Friday Emails
What do you do when you get that call in the middle of the night—the one that flips your world upside down? For Brenda, it was the night her son was picked up for wilderness therapy because his substance use had reached a breaking point. In this honest, gut-punch of an episode, Brenda and I talk about what actually helps when your teen is using—and spoiler alert, it's not pretending everything's fine or doubling down on shame. We get into: Why your kid's using makes total sense (yes, really) Realizing your child is not your report card How to talk to siblings without scaring them or hiding the truth The #1 thing Brenda wishes every parent knew when their teen is using If you feel alone, scared, or like you're doing it all wrong—you are not. This conversation will help you breathe again. And if you want to talk through what's happening in your home, we've got you. You don't have to do this alone. About my Guest: Brenda Zane is a highly recognized family advocate, TEDx Speaker, Mayo Clinic Certified Health Coach and podcast host whose career and personal transformation have shaped her unique impact on families and communities. After a 20+ year career in marketing and advertising, working with Fortune 500 brands like Nike, PepsiCo, Starbucks and Microsoft, Brenda made a life-changing decision at 50 to dedicate herself to supporting parents navigating the complexities of substance misuse and mental health issues in their children. In 2020, she co-founded Hopestream Community, a global 501c3 nonprofit organization. Brenda's personal journey includes nearly losing her oldest son to multiple fentanyl overdoses, which fuels her passion to help others. Today, Brenda combines her strategic expertise with hard-won wisdom to help parents of teens and young adults (ages 12-29) use evidence-based strategies to support their children through substance use and mental health challenges. Drawing from both research and the trenches of her own family's recovery journey, she compassionately guides parents toward approaches that strengthen connection, reduce harm, and motivate healthier lives for themselves and their kids. Brenda Zane Co-Founder, Hopestream Listen to the Hopestream podcast Hear about our impact with families Hopestream is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization
In this special 9-episode series, I'm reading chapters straight from my first best selling book, How I Fixed My Teen. You'll hear my raw, real stories and practical tools that helped me turn my relationship with my teen around. Plus, get an exclusive sneak peek at my upcoming book, Mom Got Jesus Wrong, Hallelujah!—where I dig into healing from harmful religious patterns and show you how to reclaim a faith that truly loves. If you're liking my first book, you'll love my second- preorder HERE! To book a free 45 Peaceful Parent strategy call, click HERE and lets chat. xoxo
Trigger warning. This episode contains suicidal ideation. In this special 9-episode series, I'm reading chapters straight from my first best selling book, How I Fixed My Teen. You'll hear my raw, real stories and practical tools that helped me turn my relationship with my teen around. Plus, get an exclusive sneak peek at my upcoming book, Mom Got Jesus Wrong, Hallelujah!—where I dig into healing from harmful religious patterns and show you how to reclaim a faith that truly loves. If you're liking my first book, you'll love my second- preorder HERE! To book a free 45 Peaceful Parent strategy call, click HERE and lets chat. xoxo
In this special 9-episode series, I'm reading chapters straight from my first best selling book, How I Fixed My Teen. You'll hear my raw, real stories and practical tools that helped me turn my relationship with my teen around. Plus, get an exclusive sneak peek at my upcoming book, Mom Got Jesus Wrong, Hallelujah!—where I dig into healing from harmful religious patterns and show you how to reclaim a faith that truly loves. If you're liking my first book, you'll love my second- preorder HERE! To book a free 45 Peaceful Parent strategy call, click HERE and lets chat. xoxo
In this special 9-episode series, I'm reading chapters straight from my first best selling book, How I Fixed My Teen. You'll hear my raw, real stories and practical tools that helped me turn my relationship with my teen around. Plus, get an exclusive sneak peek at my upcoming book, Mom Got Jesus Wrong, Hallelujah!—where I dig into healing from harmful religious patterns and show you how to reclaim a faith that truly loves. If you're liking my first book, you'll love my second- preorder HERE! To book a free 45 Peaceful Parent strategy call, click HERE and lets chat. xoxo
In this special 9-episode series, I'm reading chapters straight from my first best selling book, How I Fixed My Teen. You'll hear my raw, real stories and practical tools that helped me turn my relationship with my teen around. Plus, get an exclusive sneak peek at my upcoming book, Mom Got Jesus Wrong, Hallelujah!—where I dig into healing from harmful religious patterns and show you how to reclaim a faith that truly loves. If you're liking my first book, you'll love my second- preorder HERE!
In this special 9-episode series, I'm reading chapters straight from my first best selling book, How I Fixed My Teen. You'll hear my raw, real stories and practical tools that helped me turn my relationship with my teen around. Plus, get an exclusive sneak peek at my upcoming book, Mom Got Jesus Wrong, Hallelujah!—where I dig into healing from harmful religious patterns and show you how to reclaim a faith that truly loves. If you're liking my first book, you'll love my second- preorder HERE! To book a free 45 Peaceful Parent strategy call, click HERE and lets chat. xoxo
In this special 9-episode series, I'm reading chapters straight from my first best selling book, How I Fixed My Teen. You'll hear my raw, real stories and practical tools that helped me turn my relationship with my teen around. Plus, get an exclusive sneak peek at my upcoming book, Mom Got Jesus Wrong, Hallelujah!—where I dig into healing from harmful religious patterns and show you how to reclaim a faith that truly loves. If you're liking my first book, you'll love my second- preorder HERE!
In this special 9-episode series, I'm reading chapters straight from my first best selling book, How I Fixed My Teen. You'll hear my raw, real stories and practical tools that helped me turn my relationship with my teen around. Plus, get an exclusive sneak peek at my upcoming book, Mom Got Jesus Wrong, Hallelujah!—where I dig into healing from harmful religious patterns and show you how to reclaim a faith that truly loves. If you're liking my first book, you'll love my second- preorder HERE!
In this special 9-episode series, I'm reading chapters straight from my first best selling book, How I Fixed My Teen. You'll hear my raw, real stories and practical tools that helped me turn my relationship with my teen around. Plus, get an exclusive sneak peek at my upcoming book, Mom Got Jesus Wrong, Hallelujah!—where I dig into healing from harmful religious patterns and show you how to reclaim a faith that truly loves. If you're liking my first book, you'll love my second- preorder HERE!
What does it really mean to raise powerful daughters in today's world? In this episode of Pivot Parenting, I sit down with Aubin Palmer, author of Power Women, to explore how mothers can model strength, confidence, and resilience in ways that empower the next generation. Aubin shares her transformative acronym P.O.W.E.R., breaking down how each element can be lived out and passed on—not by lectures, but by example. Together, we talk about the subtle ways moms accidentally give away their power, how to reclaim it with intention, and why embodying self-love, faith, and courage creates a legacy that daughters naturally inherit. If you've ever wondered how to guide your teen girl toward confidence without pushing or preaching, this conversation will give you both clarity and encouragement. Don't miss this empowering episode—and while you're at it, grab Aubin's book Power Women and my book Mom Got Jesus Wrong, Hallelujah! so you can keep building the tools, perspective, and love your family needs. About my guest: Aubin is a life and business coach devoted to lighting the fire within power women to step into their full potential. Based in utah she is the proud mother of 3 girls- the next generation of power women. With deep intuition, real world experience and unshakable belief, she guides women to claim their power and build the lives they truly want. She believes in the strength women mind through collaboration and leads groups and retreats to help women rise in power everywhere. Instagram: @aubinpalmercoaching Amazon link for book www.aubinpalmercoaching.com
We've all been there. You limit screen time, cook healthy meals, set boundaries... and your kid still finds garbage to watch, makes terrible choices, maybe even walks away from everything you've tried to teach them. So you throw your hands up and think: Why do I even bother? I get it. My oldest loves telling people they couldn't watch SpongeBob growing up because I didn't want them seeing parents portrayed as idiots. And guess what? They found trash media anyway. A lot of good that did me, right? You'll learn: The 3 ways we mess this up (spoiler: we're all guilty) Why trying to "fix" your kid always backfires The one thing we get wrong that creates this exhausting cycle How to parent without losing your mind or your relationship Why your kid's choices aren't about you (even when it feels personal) This episode is for you if: You're tired of feeling like a failure when your teen makes bad choices You've tried everything and nothing seems to work Your kid has walked away from church, family values, or just basic respect You're ready to stop the micromanaging madness You want to love your kid without enabling them Look, this isn't about giving up or becoming a pushover. It's about getting honest about what you can actually control (hint: it's not them) and focusing your energy where it actually makes a difference. Ready to stop spinning your wheels? Let's talk about why we parent in the first place. Schedule a call HERE and if you're ready to take your spiritual parenting to the next level, HERE is my book you need to preorder.
Most parents dread "those" moments — the heated arguments, the eye rolls, the slammed doors. But what if you could handle those situations so well that your teen actually thanks you afterward? In this episode, I'm sharing my five-step process for turning any blow-up into a breakthrough. You'll learn exactly how to diffuse the tension, communicate so your teen feels valued and understood, and still hold your boundaries — without walking away frustrated or full of regret. Whether it's curfew drama, messy rooms, or an attitude that's pushing every button you have, this framework works. You'll feel seen and respected as a parent, and your teen will feel safe and heard. The best part? Everyone leaves the conversation feeling closer, not further apart. To get your template: "How to Tell Your Teen Off So Well They Thank You" email me @ heather@heatherfrazier.com, subject line: "Template" Lets start transforming tough moments into connection ASAP
Let's be honest—most of us feel a little panicked when our teen says, "I'm bored." It triggers something, right? We start signing them up for more, pushing them to be productive, filling every gap… but why? In this episode, I'm sharing why boredom is actually a gift—and how our discomfort with it says more about us than them. You'll learn: The real reasons we try to keep our teens busy (spoiler: it's not all about them) What chronic activity and distraction actually creates in your teen A simple 3-step process to allow boredom in a way that builds connection, resilience, and creativity If you're ready to stop managing your teen's schedule like a cruise director and start raising a grounded, thoughtful human, this one's for you. And if you'd like to join the Senior parent group for Septemeber 2025-2026, click HERE to learn more. xoxo
Ever think to yourself: "It's too late." "Why even bother?" "Nothing I do makes a difference." You're not alone—but you are believing a lie. In this episode, I'm breaking down one of the most heartbreaking ways I see good parents unintentionally give up: they fail ahead of time. Out of fear. Out of burnout. Out of guilt. Out of believing their situation won't change. We'll talk about how to recognize this quiet kind of surrender, why it happens to even the best parents, and the three mindset shifts that reignite hope and healing in your relationship—no matter how late in the game it feels. If your teen is heading into senior year and you're silently spiraling about the countdown, their future, or how disconnected you feel—this episode is your sign. 🟡 I have 11 spots in my 2025–26 Senior Year Parent Group. One of them has your name on it. Let's make this final year one you're proud of.
When your teen makes a big mistake—like coming home high—it's easy to spiral into shame, blame, or panic. In this raw coaching session, I sit down with two parents navigating that exact moment with their daughter. Together, we unpack what good parenting really looks like when the stakes are high. We explore how to lead with love and follow through with consequences, how to grow into the 2.0 version of your parenting self, and the crucial shift in understanding which emotions and responsibilities belong to you—and which are your teen's to carry. If you've ever asked yourself, "Did I screw this up?" or "What else could I have done?"—this episode is for you. Plus, if you're parenting a high school senior, now is the time to prepare for the most emotionally complex year of their life—and yours. 🎓 Join Navigating the Launch—my 9-month group for senior-year parents—where we walk through this wild season together with support, strategy, and sanity. 👉🏼 Click here to learn more + save your seat