How to Get Your Teen to Open Up—A Parenting Teens Mindset Reset | Ep. 259

How to Get Your Teen to Open Up—A Parenting Teens Mindset Reset | Ep. 259

June 6, 2026 · 24 min

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This episode explores how to help your teen feel safe enough to talk by understanding your own mindset and reactions.

Have you ever wished your teen would open up to you...but when they finally do, you find yourself giving advice, asking too many questions, or trying to fix the problem? In this episode, I explore why helping your teen feel safe enough to talk isn't about finding the perfect words. It's about understanding what's happening inside of you in those moments. I'll uncover three common mindset patterns that can unintentionally push teens away, even when they're rooted in love and good intentions. You'll learn how to let go of anxiety, stop overthinking, and show up as the calm, connected mom you want to be. Whether you're parenting teens or navigated the empty nest, this conversation will help you strengthen your relationship, practice letting go, and navigate motherhood with more confidence, self-awareness, and trust. 💡 Interested in learning more about how to create peace, confidence and connection as you raise and launch your teen? Join me for my next free masterclass:  https://www.thesmalljar.com/class . 💪 Curious about coaching with Small Jar?  Check out our Mom 2.0 coaching programs, both 1:1 and group:  www.thesmalljar.com/Mom-2-0 . ❓ Have questions or…

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Host: Jennifer Collins

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