{"podcast":{"title":"Parenting Teens: Advice Redefined for Today's Complex World","slug":"parenting-teens-advice-redefined-for-today-s-complex-world-6718008","podcast_index_feed_id":6718008,"rss_url":"https://rss.mypodops.com/65777cadcf3fc.xml","website_url":"https://podopshosting.com/65777cadcf3fc","image_url":"https://connect-mypodops-production.s3.amazonaws.com/hosting/podcasts/2138/cover/pod_1734369188.png","author":"Cheryl Pankhurst","episode_count":173,"summary":"\"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 to listen and I would love your input, feedback , suggestions for topics. We are in this together. Connect with me support@cherylpankhurst.com linkedin.com/in/cheryl-ann-pankhurst-1b611855 https://www.instagram.com/cheryl.a.pankhurst/ https://www.facebook.com/cheryl.a.pankhurst https://open.spotify.com/show/4QwFMJMDDSEXJb451pCHO9?si=9c1a298387c84e13 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYv9FQy1X43wwoYg0zF8zAJw6-nCpHMAk&si=7p-e4UlU2rsG3j_t Optin-podcast subscriber https://www.cherylpankhurst.com/teen-minds-redefined-podcast How to work with me! https://www.ch…","last_synced_at":null,"page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/parenting-teens-advice-redefined-for-today-s-complex-world-6718008"},"episode":{"title":"~151~WTF \"Stop Manipulating – Start Trusting\"","slug":"151-wtf-stop-manipulating-start-trusting","published_at":"2026-02-27T16:54:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/parenting-teens-advice-redefined-for-today-s-complex-world-6718008/151-wtf-stop-manipulating-start-trusting","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/parenting-teens-advice-redefined-for-today-s-complex-world-6718008","url":"https://podopshosting.com/65777cadcf3fc/episode/61747","audio_url":"https://mypodops-hosting-production.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com/podcasts/2138/videos/1772209921337-WTF-The_Storm_is_the_the_Gift.mp4","summary":"#ParentingTeens #InnerWorkForParents #TheStormIsTheGift #MindsetShift After a year‑long “unintentional hiatus,” I’m back on the WTF mic—raw, un‑edited, and straight from the heart. In this “Friday‑feel‑good” episode I dive deep into the storms we all get caught in, the temptation to  manipulate  our way out, and the powerful shift that happens when we  let go  and trust the redirection. I share a personal story about hunting for a home in Toronto—six condo rejections, endless paperwork, and finally a  perfect‑vibe house  that showed up when I stopped trying to prove myself. The lesson?  Stepping out of your comfort zone is essential, but fighting the blocks that appear is what keeps you stuck. If you’re a  parent of a teenager  navigating the chaotic middle‑ground of adolescence—balancing expectations, “perfect” images on social media, and the inevitable storms—this episode is for you. Listen for practical mindset tools you can model for your teen and strategies to turn setbacks into growth‑fuel. Own Your Storm  – Model accountability; let your teen see you taking responsibility for your own setbacks. Redefine Failure  – Position “no” as a redirection, not a dead‑end. Authenticity Over Perfection  – Share the messy middle; teens need realistic role models. Focus on Vibe & Relationships  – Teach teens to look for people and environments that  feel  right, not just “look” right. Let Go of Over‑Proofing  – Stop over‑documenting achievements for external validation; let intrinsic motivation guide them. 📣 Call‑to‑Action Subscribe  to the WTF podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform—never miss a raw, un‑filtered episode. 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