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by Cheryl Pankhurst
"Discover ''Parenting Teens : Advice Redefined for Today's Complex World" with Special Education Specialist / Educator Cheryl, as we dive into real and raw conversations about sex, drugs, screens, social media, LGBTQ+ issues, mental health, and more. This podcast is your guide to reimagining better relationships with teens by doing the essential inner work. Join us for engaging, vibrant, and empathetic discussions that foster trust and understanding in today's complex parenting landscape. Embrace the change,we just can’t parent the way our parents did”Questions this podcast will answer; I am so grateful for you taking your time t
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- Today44 min
~176~"Sibling Rivalry, Teen Drama & Family Conflict: What Every Parent Needs to Know" with Masha Rusanov
#ParentingTeens #ParentingAdvice #TeenParenting #RaisingTeens#lyingConflict isn't the problem. Avoiding it, escalating it, or handling it poorly is.In this powerful episode of Parenting Teens Advice Redefined for Today's World, Cheryl Pankhurst sits down with conflict resolution specialist, mediator, and divorce coach Masha Rusanov to unpack what's really happening underneath the arguments, power struggles, sibling rivalry, and emotional blowups happening in so many homes.Whether you're parenting a pre-teen, navigating the teenage years, or trying to co-parent after separation or divorce, this conversation offers practical tools to help you reduce conflict, strengthen relationships, and create more connection at home.Together, Cheryl and Masha discuss:The difference between healthy conflict and harmful conflictWhen parents should step in—and when they should stay outHow sibling rivalry can actually build important life skillsWhy taking sides between children often makes things worseTeaching teens emotional regulation and conflict resolutionThe "Exhale, Explore, Engage" framework for managing difficult conversationsHow parents unintentionally escalate argumentsHelping teens navigate friendship breakups, exclusion, and social conflictThe impact of the silent treatment on children and relationshipsWhy children need to see conflict resolution—not just conflictHealthy communication strategies for co-parenting after separation or divorceHow loyalty conflicts affect children of divorced parentsThe importance of boundaries, structure, and emotional safetyOne of the most powerful reminders from this episode:Your children are not your therapist, confidante, or emotional support system. They deserve to remain children while the adults handle adult problems.If you've ever found yourself wondering whether you're helping or hurting during family conflict, this episode will give you a fresh perspective and practical tools you can begin using immediately.Key Takeaways✅ Conflict is normal and necessary in healthy relationships.✅ The goal isn't to eliminate conflict—it's to teach healthy ways to navigate it.✅ Children learn conflict skills primarily by watching adults.✅ Avoid taking sides during sibling disputes whenever possible.✅ The silent treatment can be as damaging as yelling.✅ Children need to witness healthy repair and resolution after conflict.✅ Co-parents should never place children in the middle of adult disagreements.✅ Boundaries create emotional safety, especially for teenagers.YOUR GIFT- GUIDE FOR GRADE 8 TO GRADE 9 IEP TRANSITIONShttps://www.cherylpankhurst.com/iep-high-school-transition-parent-quick-guideLet’s Chat https://tidycal.com/cherylpankhurst/consultation-chatConnect with Cheryl!Get the book here!Daring to Belong: Autism Stories of Courage and ConnectionDIRECT LINK TO COACHING WITH CHERYL email : support@cherylpankhurst.com Website <a href="http://cherylpankhurst.com" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent
- 1 weeks ago1h 3m
~175~The Sequel with Spencer Delisle-Why Your Teen Is Distracted, Shut Down, and Overwhelmed (And What Most Parents Miss)
#ParentingTeens #TeenMentalHealth #TeenAnxiety #ParentingPodcast #EmotionalRegulationWhat if your teen isn't being defiant, lazy, or disconnected?What if the behaviors that frustrate parents most—constant distraction, emotional shutdown, anxiety, overwhelm, mood swings, and lack of motivation—are actually signs of a dysregulated nervous system?In this powerful conversation, Cheryl Pankhurst sits down with Spencer Delisle, President of the Art of Living Foundation Canada, global meditation teacher, executive coach, and former cancer and cardiology researcher, to explore what is really happening beneath teen behavior.Together, they unpack:✔ Why today's teens are more overwhelmed than previous generations✔ How constant screen use impacts attention, emotional regulation, and self-worth✔ What parents often misunderstand about anxiety, moodiness, and emotional shutdown✔ The connection between nervous system regulation and resilience✔ Why awareness is the first step toward change✔ How breathwork and meditation can help teens manage stress and emotions✔ The shift parents need to make from controlling to coaching✔ The importance of helping teens develop confidence from within✔ Practical ways to create more connection at home✔ How intuition, focus, and emotional regulation can be strengthenedThis conversation challenges the idea that parents need more discipline strategies and instead offers a deeper understanding of what teens are experiencing in a world that never turns off.If you've ever wondered why your teen seems overwhelmed, distracted, anxious, emotionally reactive, or disconnected, this episode will give you a new lens through which to view their behavior—and your role in supporting them.Because sometimes what looks like a behavior problem is actually a nervous system asking for help.CONNECT WITH SPENCER DELISLEWebsite: https://www.artofliving.orgInstagram: @spencerdelisleLearn more about Art of Living programs, breathwork, meditation, and youth programs designed to help children and teens develop resilience, focus, confidence, and emotional regulation.CONNECT WITH CHERYL PANKHURSTEducational Strategist | Family Advocate | Podcast HostWebsite: https://www.cherylpankhurst.comBook a complimentary consultation to discuss educational advocacy, IEP support, school transitions, neurodivergent learners, and family advocacy services.If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with another parent who needs to hear this conversation.Remember:It's not them. It's you.And that's where the magic happens.YOUR GIFT- GUIDE FOR GRADE 8 TO GRADE 9 IEP TRANSITIONShttps://www.cherylpankhurst.com/iep-high-school-transition-parent-quick-guideLet’s Chat https://tidycal.com/cherylpankhurst/consultation-chatConnect with Cheryl!Get the book here!Daring to Belong: Autism Stories of Courage and ConnectionDIRECT LINK TO COACHING WITH CHERYL email : support@cherylpankhurst.com Website <a hr
- 2 weeks ago53 min
~174~Your Teen Isn't the Problem: How Breathwork and Nervous System Regulation Change Everything | Spencer DeLisle
What if one of the most powerful parenting tools wasn't another strategy, consequence, or conversation?What if it was your breath?In this eye-opening episode of Parenting Teens Advice Redefined for Today's World, Cheryl Pankhurst sits down with Spencer DeLisle, global meditation teacher, executive coach, neuroscientist, and President of the Art of Living Foundation Canada.Together they explore why today's teens are struggling with anxiety, overwhelm, emotional dysregulation, distraction, and stress—and what parents can actually do to help.Spencer explains the science behind nervous system regulation, how chronic stress impacts the brain, why many parents are unknowingly living in a constant state of fight-or-flight, and how simple breathing practices can create profound shifts in emotional resilience, focus, confidence, and connection.This conversation goes far beyond meditation. It dives into parenting, neuroscience, emotional regulation, technology, social media, anxiety, ADHD-like symptoms, perfectionism, and what it really means to become the calm, steady presence your teen needs.In this episode you'll learn:• Why today's teens experience stress differently than previous generations• How chronic stress affects the adolescent brain• The connection between breathwork and emotional regulation• What happens neurologically during anxiety and overwhelm• Why parents must regulate themselves before helping their teens• The difference between reacting and responding• How meditation creates more time, focus, and clarity• Practical strategies for helping teens manage difficult emotions• The role of schools, parents, and educators in building resilience• Why awareness, belonging, and commitment are critical for adolescent wellbeingIf you've ever wondered how to support an anxious teen—or if you're feeling overwhelmed yourself—this episode will leave you with hope, practical tools, and a completely new perspective.Because as we say here:"It's not them, it's you... and that's where the magic happens."Connect with Spencer DeLisle:Art of Living Foundation CanadaSky SchoolsInstitute of Absolute IntelligencePresident, Art of Living Foundation Canada | Executive Coach | Global Meditation Teacher | Former Cancer & Cardiology ResearcherSpencer Delisle is a global meditation teacher, executive coach, and the President of the Art of Living Foundation Canada — one of the world’s largest volunteer-run organizations dedicated to mental health, leadership, and human values. For over two decades, Spencer has helped thousands of people — from executives and first responders to elite athletes to students, parents and teachers — to self regulate, and access peak performance and inner peace through the science of breath and meditation.Drawing on his background in both neuroscience and high-performance training, Spencer has coached amateur and professional athletes, including ITF Tour juniors, NCAA Division I, and professional tennis players, integrating cutting-edge mental conditioning, breathwork, and recovery strategies to unlock flow states and sustainable excellence.Trained personally by five-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee and humanitarian leader Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Spencer has led programs in more than 25 countries, teaching advanced self-mastery and team-connectedness techniques to leaders from Deloitte, Swiss Re, Google, TD Bank, FIFA, Ford, GE, the European Parliament, the Government of Iraq, and the Federal Government of Canada.Before dedicating his life to human development, Spencer worked in oncology and cardiology research at Mount Allison and McGill Universities, later joining Novartis Pharmaceuticals in marketing. His rare blend of scientific grounding, athletic coaching, and spiritual insight makes him a compelling voice bridging mindfulness, leadership, and neuroscience.Spencer was the Master of Ceremonies for both the first UN International Day of Yoga at Lincoln Center in New York and the World Culture Festival, which gathered over 3.75 million people in India and 1.1 million in Washington D.C., celebrating unity, peace, and human potential.He currently collaborates with the University of Toronto, Mount Sinai Hospital, and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research on groundbreaking studies examining how meditation and breathwork can alleviate PTSD, depression, and anxiety among veterans, first responders, and at-risk youth.Spencer’s mission
- 2 weeks ago16 min
~172~WTF “If They Could, They Would” | Understanding Autism, Behaviour & Belonging in Teens
YOUR GIFT- GUIDE FOR GRADE 8 TO GRADE 9 IEP TRANSITIONShttps://www.cherylpankhurst.com/iep-high-school-transition-parent-quick-guideLet’s Chat https://tidycal.com/cherylpankhurst/consultation-chatConnect with Cheryl!Get the book here!Daring to Belong: Autism Stories of Courage and ConnectionDIRECT LINK TO COACHING WITH CHERYL email : support@cherylpankhurst.com Website cherylpankhurst.comSOCIALS:linkedin.com/in/l. R.cheryl-ann-pankhurst-1b611855https://www.instagram.com/cheryl.a.pankhurst/ https://www.facebook.com/cheryl.a.pankhurstPODCAST- “PARENTING TEENS ADVICE REDEFINED FOR TODAY’S WORLDTHE PODCASThttps://open.spotify.com/show/4QwFMJMDDSEXJb451pCHO9?si=9c1a298387c84e13https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYv9FQy1X43wwoYg0zF8zAJw6-nCpHMAk&si=7p-e4UlU2rsG3j_tOptin-podcast subscriberhttps://www.cherylpankhurst.com/teen-minds-redefined-podcast
- 2 weeks ago45 min
~173~"Why Teen Anxiety Is Exploding — And What Parents Can Do Differently | With Keri Cooper"
#TeenMentalHealth #ParentingTeens #TeenAnxiety #EmotionalRegulation@kericooperholistictherapy. www.kericooperholistictherapy.comKeri Cooper, LCSW, is the owner of Keri Cooper Holistic Therapy in northern New Jersey. In herprivate practice, she counsels teens and works to give them the tools they need to navigatelife. Keri takes a holistic approach to therapy, looking at the whole person, not just theirsymptoms. Keri is the author of Mental Health Uncensored: 10 Foundations Every ParentNeeds To Know, a book designed to give parents steps on how to improve their child’s mentalhealth. Her second book is a workbook for teens, Mental Health Uncensored: 10 FoundationsEvery Teen Needs To Know. She is a speaker and writer who helps educate teens and parentson the topics teens face in everyday life. She is a graduate of the University Of Pennsylvaniaand continues to further her education by obtaining additional certifications in her field, one ofher favorite pastimes! When Keri isn't busy working with teens, she is busy with her own fourchildren and her flock of chickens.What if your teen’s mental health isn’t just about therapy, diagnoses, or behavior… but about the small daily habits happening inside your home?In this powerful episode of Parenting Teens Advice Redefined for Today’s World, Cheryl sits down with therapist, author, and holistic mental health expert Keri Cooper to unpack the real foundations of teen mental health — and why anxiety, emotional dysregulation, school refusal, sleep deprivation, and overwhelm are skyrocketing in today’s teens.Together, they explore how parenting has shifted, why teens are struggling more than ever, and what parents can begin doing immediately to create calmer, more resilient homes.This episode is packed with honest insight, practical strategies, and powerful mindset shifts for parents raising teens in today’s screen-saturated, high-pressure world.In This Episode We Discuss:Why teen anxiety is at an all-time highThe connection between sleep and emotional regulationHow dehydration and nutrition affect teen mental healthWhy parents must model the behaviors they want to seeThe hidden dangers of phones and screens at nightSchool refusal and anxiety: what parents need to understandWhy boredom is essential for healthy brain developmentThe parenting patterns accidentally increasing anxietyEmotional regulation strategies for parents and teensParenting neurodivergent teens with more understanding and less power strugglesWhy family meals matter more than everHow saying LESS can improve communication with teensPowerful Takeaways From This Conversation:“Your feelings are valid… but you still have to live your life.”“If you don’t like the dance you’re doing with your teen, you have to change your steps.”“They’re not listening to what you say — they’re watching what you do.”“Sleep is the foundation everything else is built on.”About Keri CooperKeri Cooper is a holistic therapist, speaker, author, and founder of Keri Cooper Holistic Therapy in New Jersey. For over 20 years, she has helped teens and families navigate anxiety, ADHD, emotional regulation, sleep issues, and modern parenting challenges through a whole-child approach focused on mental and physical wellness.Her books include:Mental Health Uncensored: 10 Foundations Every Parent Needs to KnowThe companion workbook for teensConnect With Keri CooperKeri Cooper Holistic TherapyKeri Cooper on InstagramYOUR GIFT- GUIDE FOR GRADE 8 TO GRADE 9 IEP TRANSITIONShttps://www.cherylpankhurst.com/iep-high-school-transition-parent-quick-guideLet’s Chat <a href="https://tidycal.com/cherylpankhurst/consultation-chat
- 3 weeks ago
~142~WTF:"Teen “Tantrums” as Survival Strategies"
#ParentSupport #AutismAwarenessDo you ever label your teen’s outburst as “attention‑seeking,” “manipulative,” or “just drama”? In this hard‑hitting, no‑fluff episode, Cheryl Pankhurst shatters those myths once and for all. Drawing on decades of front‑line special‑ed experience and a powerful, real‑life story from a teen she coached from grade 9 through senior year, Cheryl proves that behaviour is communication—not a choice.🔹 Why teens—especially neuro‑divergent teens—can’t “just calm down.”🔹 The life‑changing distinction between “can’t regulate” vs. “won’t regulate.”🔹 A 1‑5 safety rating system that gives teens a voice before a crisis hits.🔹 Practical steps to replace judgment with empathy at home, school, and in public.If you’re a parent, grandparent, teacher, or any adult who watches a teen fight to be understood, this episode will flip your perspective and arm you with concrete tools to respond with compassion instead of condemnation.“It feels like a wall of flames right in front of my face.” – The moment that re‑defined Cheryl’s entire approach to teen behaviour.
- 4 weeks ago51 min
~171~"How to Raise Teens Who Don’t Fall Apart in Crisis | Disaster Patrick on Resilience & Preparedness"
#ParentingTeens #RaisingResilientKids #DisasterPreparedness #ParentingPodcast #TeenResilienceWhat if preparing your teen for disasters had nothing to do with fear—and everything to do with confidence, leadership, and resilience?In this powerful episode of Parenting Teens Advice Redefined for Today’s World, Cheryl sits down with Patrick Hardy, internationally recognized disaster preparedness expert, speaker, and founder of DisasterPatrick.com, for a conversation every parent needs to hear.This episode goes far beyond emergency preparedness. Patrick shares how parents can empower teens to trust themselves, think independently, and stay calm under pressure—without creating fear or anxiety.Together, Cheryl and Patrick unpack:Why overprotecting teens can unintentionally weaken confidenceHow preparedness actually builds emotional resilienceThe “5 Pocket Method” for helping teens feel capable and secureWhy every teen should build their own emergency backpackHow to prepare teens for uncertainty without fear-based parentingThe connection between trust, independence, and leadershipHow these lessons apply to autism, anxiety, school struggles, and everyday lifeWhy parents need to stop fixing everything for their teensThe powerful debrief strategy Patrick uses after every crisisHow small moments of responsibility create lifelong confidencePatrick also shares:His incredible journey from EMT to FEMA advisorThe mindset shift that changes how families think about “disasters”His upcoming LEGO hurricane shelter project with schools across North AmericaThis episode is packed with practical tools, mindset shifts, and powerful parenting insight that will completely change how you think about resilience.Because maybe preparedness isn’t about fear at all. Maybe it’s about teaching teens: “You can handle hard things.”Connect with Patrick Hardy 📺 Upcoming YouTube Channel Launch @"Disaster Patrick" 🏫 National Preparedness School Tour & LEGO Hurricane Shelter Project🌐 DisasterPatrick.compatrick@disaterpatrick.comYOUR GIFT- GUIDE FOR GRADE 8 TO GRADE 9 IEP TRANSITIONShttps://www.cherylpankhurst.com/iep-high-school-transition-parent-quick-guideLet’s Chat https://tidycal.com/cherylpankhurst/consultation-chatConnect with Cheryl!Get the book here!Daring to Belong: Autism Stories of Courage and ConnectionDIRECT LINK TO COACHING WITH CHERYL email : support@cherylpankhurst.com Website cherylpankhurst.comSOCIALS:linkedin.com/in/l. R.cheryl-ann-
- May 15, 202615 min
~170~WTF-"Why Being Your Teen’s “Bestie” Backfires (And What to Do Instead)"
YOUR GIFT- GUIDE FOR GRADE 8 TO GRADE 9 IEP TRANSITIONShttps://www.cherylpankhurst.com/iep-high-school-transition-parent-quick-guideLet’s Chat https://tidycal.com/cherylpankhurst/consultation-chat#ParentingTeens #TeenParenting #ParentingAdvice #RaisingTeens #TeenMentalHealth #ParentingPodcastAre you trying to be your teen’s best friend… hoping it will keep the communication open?In this raw and unfiltered Friday episode of WTF (Welcome to Friday… or What the F, depending on your week), Cheryl Pankhurst dives into one of the biggest parenting misconceptions: your teen does NOT need another bestie — they need a safe, steady guide.Cheryl breaks down:Why teens go to peers for validationWhat actually makes teens open up to parentsThe difference between being approachable vs. being permissiveHow your tone, body language, and reactions shape communicationWhy parents often jump into “fix-it mode”How to create emotional safety without losing authorityThe long game of parenting: building a lifelong relationship with your future adult childPLUS: Cheryl shares critical reminders for parents of Grade 8 students transitioning into Grade 9 — especially for teens with IEPs, anxiety, learning differences, or neurodivergence.This episode is packed with honest parenting insight, practical communication tools, and a powerful reminder that your role during the teen years is not to be liked — it’s to lead with connection, steadiness, and trust.In This Episode:Why “best friend parenting” can create problems laterHow to listen without immediately fixingQuestions to ask instead of giving instant adviceHow to stay emotionally neutral during tough conversationsWhy teens need mentorship more than friendshipThe parenting shift from control to coachingCreating the foundation for a close adult relationship with your childResources Mentioned:Grade 8 to 9 Transition SupportIEP & Transition Planning ResourcesParent Coaching & Advocacy SupportYOUR GIFT- GUIDE FOR GRADE 8 TO GRADE 9 IEP TRANSITIONShttps://www.cherylpankhurst.com/iep-high-school-transition-parent-quick-guideLet’s Chat https://tidycal.com/cherylpankhurst/consultation-chatConnect with Cheryl!Get the book here!Daring to Belong: Autism Stories of Courage and ConnectionDIRECT LINK TO COACHING WITH CHERYL email : support@cherylpankhurst.com Website<strong st
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"Discover ''Parenting Teens : Advice Redefined for Today's Complex World" with Special Education Specialist / Educator Cheryl, as we dive into real and raw conversations about sex, drugs, screens, social media, LGBTQ+ issues, mental health, and more. This podcast is your guide to reimagining better relationships with teens by doing the essential inner work. Join us for engaging, vibrant, and empathetic discussions that foster trust and understanding in today's complex parenting landscape. Embrace the change,we just can’t parent the way our parents did”Questions this podcast will answer; I am so grateful for you taking your time t
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