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How to Raise a More Resilient Teen
May 14, 2026
30m 29s
The Real Reason Your Teen Won’t Go to Bed
May 7, 2026
29m 58s
Your Teen Isn’t the Problem… You Are (Here’s Why)
Apr 30, 2026
30m 06s
Your Teen Isn’t Lazy… You’re Just Looking at It Wrong
Apr 23, 2026
33m 37s
Why Your Teen Wants Independence But Avoids Responsibility
Apr 16, 2026
35m 56s
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| Date | Episode | Description | Length | ||||||
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| 5/14/26 |  How to Raise a More Resilient Teen | "Send Ben a text" Is your teen struggling right now? Maybe he is stressed, frustrated, disappointed, or ready to give up. And as a parent, you may want to jump in and fix it. But what if your teen needs some struggle? In this episode, Ben and Cortni talk about how resilience is built. It does not come from having an easy life. It comes from doing hard things and learning, “I can get through this.” You’ll learn why rescuing your teen too fast can backfire, why nervousness is not always a bad t... | 30m 29s | ||||||
| 5/7/26 | The Real Reason Your Teen Won’t Go to Bed | "Send Ben a text" Is your teen staying up too late, sleeping through alarms, and walking around tired all day? You might think your teen has a sleep problem. But what if sleep is not the real issue? In this episode, Ben and Cortni talk about the real reason many teens won’t go to bed. It is not just phones, video games, homework, or bad habits. A lot of teens are trying to fit sleep into whatever time is left over. And if we are honest, a lot of parents do the same thing. You’ll learn why you... | 29m 58s | ||||||
| 4/30/26 | Your Teen Isn’t the Problem… You Are (Here’s Why) | "Send Ben a text" If your teen keeps breaking the same rules… and nothing you try is working… this episode is for you. Most parents think they have a behavior problem. But that’s not the real issue. You don’t have a behavior problem… you have a boundary problem. In this episode, we break down why consequences often fail and what to do instead. You’ll learn how to stop focusing on what your teen is doing… and start focusing on what you can control. Because real change doesn’t... | 30m 06s | ||||||
| 4/23/26 | Your Teen Isn’t Lazy… You’re Just Looking at It Wrong | "Send Ben a text" Is your teen lazy… or are you just looking at it the wrong way? In this episode, we break down why your teen might not be motivated—and why it’s not what you think. Most teens aren’t lazy. They’re motivated by comfort, fun, and what matters to them… not always what matters to you. You’ll learn how motivation really works, why your teen resists what you push, and how to use things like privileges, values, and boundaries to help them take more responsibility—without constant f... | 33m 37s | ||||||
| 4/16/26 | Why Your Teen Wants Independence But Avoids Responsibility | "Send Ben a text" In this episode, Ben and Nola Gephart talk about why teens want freedom but often avoid responsibility—and what parents can do about it. You’ll learn how to stop rescuing your teen, empower them to grow up, and help them earn independence the right way. NolaGephartCoaching.com Are You Caught in the Parent Trap? Discover the hidden patterns that are keeping you stuck—and how to break free. Take this quick (and eye-opening) quiz to uncover which common parenting trap you’re fa... | 35m 56s | ||||||
| 4/9/26 | Stop Repeating Yourself: Boundaries That Actually Work | "Send Ben a text" If you feel like you’re repeating yourself every day—and your teen still doesn’t listen—this episode is for you. “Be home on time.” “Do your homework.” “Get off your phone.” And nothing changes. Most parents think they have a teen problem. But what if it’s actually a boundary problem? In this episode, we break down why most parenting boundaries don’t work—and how to fix them using a simple, practical framework you can start using today. You’ll learn how to stop power s... | 29m 16s | ||||||
| 4/2/26 | This Book Wasn’t Written for Parents… But It Might Fix Your Relationship With Your Teen | "Send Ben a text" What if your teen isn’t the problem? Most parenting advice tells you to fix their behavior. Get them to listen. Change their attitude. But what if that’s exactly why it’s not working? In this episode, I sit down with Randon Young, author of Foundations for Business Relationships, to unpack simple but powerful relationship principles that weren’t written for parents… but might be exactly what you need. We talk about: • Why focusing on your teen often creates more discon... | 27m 15s | ||||||
| 3/26/26 | Why Saying “I’m Sorry” Isn’t Enough With Your Teen | "Send Ben a text" You said “I’m sorry”… But your teen is still upset. Now what? Most parents think an apology should fix things. But with teens, it often doesn’t—and that’s where the frustration starts. In this episode, I’ll show you why your apology didn’t land… and what your teen actually needs from you instead. You’ll learn: Why “I’m sorry” alone often falls flat The common mistake parents make after apologizing How to rebuild trust without ove... | 31m 33s | ||||||
| 3/20/26 | Why Your Teen Feels Disconnected From You (And How to Fix It) | "Send Ben a text" Do you feel like your teen is pulling away? They don’t talk. They stay in their room. And nothing seems to work. Most parents think the problem is their teen. But what if it’s not? In this episode, I share why teens feel disconnected—and what actually helps you rebuild that connection. It’s simpler than you think. And it starts with you. 🎧 Listen now to learn how to reconnect with your teen. Are You Caught in the Parent Trap? Discover the hidden patterns that are keeping you... | 28m 23s | ||||||
| 3/12/26 | How to Build a Relationship Your Teen Always Comes Back To (Let Go of Control) | "Send Ben a text" Does it feel like your teen is pulling away from you? Most parents respond by trying to control things. They give more advice, fix problems, and try to guide every decision. But control often pushes teens farther away. In this episode of IMPACT! Parenting with Perspective, Ben and Cortni share two powerful parenting ideas: The Pool Edge and The Steering Wheel. You’ll learn why letting go of control can actually strengthen your relationship with your teen—and how to become th... | 19m 28s | ||||||
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| 3/5/26 | The Emotional Awareness Skill That Makes Parenting Easier | "Send Ben a text" When your teen melts down emotionally, most parents react the wrong way. But what if the most powerful parenting skill isn’t fixing your teen’s emotions? In this episode, we explore the emotional awareness skill that can make parenting teens much easier. Are You Caught in the Parent Trap? Discover the hidden patterns that are keeping you stuck—and how to break free. Take this quick (and eye-opening) quiz to uncover which common parenting trap you’re falling into with your te... | 27m 50s | ||||||
| 2/26/26 | Stop Mirroring Your Teen’s Bad Behavior (Do This Instead) | "Send Ben a text" Do you ever find yourself reacting just like your teen? They get angry… and you get angry. They panic… and you panic. They shut down… and you shut down. Most parents don’t mean to do this. But when we mirror our teen’s bad behavior, we actually make things worse. In this episode, I talk about the difference between mirroring and modeling. You’ll learn: Why awareness is so powerfulHow to catch yourself in the momentHow to stay calm when your teen isn’t3 simple ste... | 24m 29s | ||||||
| 2/19/26 | 5 Myths About Teen Resilience (And What Builds It) | "Send Ben a text" Are teens today really less resilient? Or have we misunderstood what resilience actually is? In this episode, I break down 5 common myths about teen resilience that many parents believe. These myths can lead to more fear, more panic, and more stress at home. You’ll learn: Why sadness is not an emergencyWhy emotional pain is not dangerousWhy protecting your teen can actually make them weakerWhy crying doesn’t mean your teen isn’t resilientAnd what truly builds emotional stren... | 24m 45s | ||||||
| 2/12/26 | The Emotional Skill Every Parent Thinks They Have | "Send Ben a text" Most parents believe they’re emotionally intelligent — but parenting teens reveals the truth fast. In this episode of IMPACT! Parenting with Perspective, we break down the emotional skill every parent thinks they have (but usually doesn’t) and why missing it leads to frustration, yelling, guilt, and disconnection. You’ll learn: The difference between emotional health, emotional intelligence, and emotional intentionWhy feeling angry, sad, or anxious doesn’t mean you’re failin... | 25m 13s | ||||||
| 2/5/26 | When Your Teen Won’t Change… Start Here Instead | "Send Ben a text" What do you do when your teen won’t listen, won’t change, or won’t accept help? Maybe they refuse coaching, therapy, or even a simple conversation. In this episode, Ben Pugh talks to parents who feel stuck and worn out. He shares what you can do when your teen isn’t willing to work on themselves. You’ll learn how to stop trying to control what you can’t, focus on what you can control, and reconnect with your teen in a healthier way. This episode isn’t about fixing your... | 25m 07s | ||||||
| 1/29/26 | Are Phones and Social Media Really Driving Teen Suicide? | "Send Ben a text" Many parents today are scared. Everywhere you look, there are headlines saying phones, social media, AI, and screen time are driving teen suicide. It can feel overwhelming. And when parents feel afraid, they often start parenting from panic. In this episode, I want to slow things down and zoom out. We talk about what the data actually shows about teen suicide. We look at why some of the statistics being shared are true—but also misleading. And we talk about why blaming phone... | 31m 34s | ||||||
| 1/23/26 | Feeling Exhausted? Here's How to Feel Better Fast | "Send Ben a text" Parenting a teen can feel draining. You might feel tired, frustrated, or stuck in stress mode. If that’s you, this episode is here to help. In this conversation, Ben and Cortni talk about why parenting feels so exhausting and how to start feeling better fast. The problem usually isn’t your teen. It’s where your energy and focus are going. You’ll learn simple shifts that can bring quick relief, including: How to stop stressing over things you can’t controlWhy trying to ... | 26m 15s | ||||||
| 1/15/26 | Blowups. Overreactions. Now What Do I Do? | "Send Ben a text" Blowups. Overreactions. Now What Do I Do? Every parent has a moment they wish they could take back. You raise your voice. You overreact. You walk away feeling awful. In this episode, Ben Pugh and Cortni talk about what really matters after those ugly parenting moments. You’ll learn why blowups happen, how stress and exhaustion play a role, and why repairing the relationship is more important than parenting perfectly. This episode will help you: Understand why parenting... | 29m 22s | ||||||
| 1/8/26 | The Hidden Cost of Controlling Your Teen | "Send Ben a text" Do you ever feel like the harder you push, the more your teen pulls away? You’re trying to help—but it keeps turning into lectures, power struggles, or shutdowns. In this episode of IMPACT! Parenting with Perspective, Ben speaks directly to dads who feel stuck between caring deeply and controlling too much. Using simple sports coaching examples, he explains why control creates short-term compliance—but long-term problems. You’ll learn how to shift from fixing and forci... | 23m 15s | ||||||
| 1/1/26 | Why Your New Year’s Goals Fail Every Time | "Send Ben a text" Every January, parents set big goals. And every February, most of those goals are gone. In this episode, Ben explains why New Year’s goals fail every time—and what actually works instead. The problem isn’t willpower. It’s not motivation. And it’s not that you’re doing something wrong. Most people start with what they want to do. Real change starts with who you want to be. You’ll learn why identity matters more than goals, why habits stick only when they ma... | 20m 36s | ||||||
| 12/25/25 | What A Christmas Carol Teaches About Parenting Teens | "Send Ben a text" What if your teen isn’t the problem? In this Christmas episode, Ben shares a powerful lesson from A Christmas Carol. Scrooge wasn’t a bad man—he was a wounded one. The same is often true for parents. When teens trigger us, it’s usually a sign that there’s healing work to do inside ourselves. This episode will help you parent with more clarity, compassion, and confidence—starting with you. Are You Caught in the Parent Trap? Discover the hidden patterns that are keeping you st... | 26m 50s | ||||||
| 12/18/25 | Let Go of Holiday Chaos by Building Better Traditions | "Send Ben a text" The holidays can feel busy, loud, and stressful — especially when you’re parenting teens. Many parents try to fix this by setting big goals or New Year’s resolutions, but those don’t usually last. In this episode, Ben Pugh shares a better way. Instead of chasing goals, Ben talks about building simple traditions and habits that help you become the parent and person you want to be. These traditions aren’t about forcing family fun or controlling your teen. They’re about creatin... | 27m 40s | ||||||
| 12/10/25 | Your Teen Can Hate You… and You Can Still Have a Great Relationship | "Send Ben a text" Your teen might hate you sometimes… and you can still have a great relationship with them. Most parents think their relationship with their teen is something they both share. But that’s not how it works. You have your own relationship with your teen, and your teen has their own relationship with you—and they’re not the same. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why your teen’s thoughts and feelings are NOT your job • Why trying to make your teen like you actually hur... | 26m 33s | ||||||
| 12/4/25 | The Parenting Update You Didn’t Know You Needed — Until Now | "Send Ben a text" Your teen’s attitude, your frustration, and the same old fights aren’t the real problem — your programming is. In this episode, Ben and Cortni break down why parents get stuck repeating the same patterns even when they’re trying to “do better,” and how a surprising back injury (and some AI wisdom) revealed the deeper truth about how to change. You’ll learn why your old emotional patterns keep pulling you back, how to spot the warning signs of a parenting “flare-up,” and the ... | 44m 25s | ||||||
| 11/27/25 | The Gratitude Shift That Can Save Your Thanksgiving | "Send Ben a text" The Gratitude Shift That Can Save Your Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is amazing… until it’s not. Family drama. Stress. That one uncle. The comments you wish you didn’t hear. But what if ONE mindset shift could help you enjoy the day instead of surviving it? In this quick Thanksgiving special, Ben and Cortni talk about the real secret to gratitude — not the cheesy, forced kind, but the kind that changes your emotions fast. Inside, you’ll learn: Why gratitude is a choi... | 18m 43s | ||||||
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