My guest today is Ciara Fanlo, and I loved every minute of our conversation!   Ciara shares a detailed recounting of her own troubled teenage years and personal experiences with wilderness therapy and therapeutic boarding school. We talk about what does work well with wilderness therapy and the challenges of integrating back to real life after treatment. Ciara explains the difference between just functioning versus being emotionally well and resilient. I ask Ciara how she transitioned from these challenging teen years to now being a parenting coach & adolescent mentor, then Ciara shares her thoughts on how parents can get reluctant teens on board when they need help. We end by discussing self-harm as a coping skill, how parents can best broach the topic when their child is self-harming, and what teens wish their parents understood about it. Takeaways from the show Ciara’s journey from troubled teen to parenting coach & adolescent mentor  Nature as a part of therapy & connection to mental health  The pros & cons of wilderness therapy  Integrating back to “real life” after treatment  Being functional versus being emotionally well  How to get resistant teens on board when they need help  Teenage individuation & autonomy versus being who your parents want you to be Self-harm as a (poor) coping skill  The importance of self-forgiveness For more show notes, including transcripts, visit our website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's solo show is OUT - take some time to listen. I talk about a lot - including my thoughts about my interview with Ian from Monday - and what is on my mind based on the convos I am having with clients.It all keeps coming back to owning our own sh@t. This is the juicy spot. This is where the real transformational space of parenting exists. This is where we get to nurture AND ENVIRONMENT that is safe for our kids to step into. This is where we can start to dismantle the walls that have been built over time and make room for connection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is my son, Ian O’Roarty, and he’s back to chat with me and dig into all the things happening as he moves through the fall of his senior year and looks ahead at the future.  Ian shares his honest thoughts about turning 18, feeling like he’s wasting time at high school, and applying for college with a coach instead of with a parent. We discuss giving freedom & space to older teens so they can get some practice before they are off on their own. Ian shares what he does & doesn’t like about family meetings. We touch on tardies & missed classes, the collective teen brain & experience, and I ask Ian what older teens need from their parents (spoiler: it’s space to make their own mistakes).Takeaways from the show Ian’s thoughts on turning 18 and being a high school senior  College applications & essays  How a college admission coach helps  Giving space to our almost-adult children  Parenting “a year ahead”  The difficulty of letting go  Family Meetings with teens  Navigating tardies & missed classes  Giving older teens space to learn from mistakes  Collective teen brain  “Learn to let go and forgive and you’ll pass that trait on to your children” For more show notes, including transcripts, visit our website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join me this week as I dig deeper into the experience of transition - specifically a reflection of how we HAVE been moving through the transitions of life and ways to do it more intentionally.Find all of the show notes and links mentioned at https://www.besproutable.com/podcasts/Eps-432-Self-abandonment-embodiment-life-unfolding/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Lisa Boate.Such a great conversation with Lisa Boate on the podcast this week! We get into all the things that come up during empty nest season and the time time leading up to it. I know we have feels about this, friends. Lisa and I go there - AND we cover what it means to come back to ourselves so as to embrace what lies ahead from a place of empowerment and possibility. Check it out!Takeaways from the show Finding purpose and passion after children leave home Parenting, identity, and letting go Self-reflection and embodiment Self-abandonment and its impact on mental health Parenting, uncertainty, and boundaries Embracing change and finding joy in midlife For more show notes, including transcripts, visit our website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join me this week and explore shifting our focus from our teens behavior to what the actual pain points are for us (parents) as we witness them moving through hard things.Find the full show notes at: https://www.besproutable.com/podcasts/eps-430-reframing-the-pain-points-of-raising-teens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Holly Swenson.Holly shares with us the framework from her book Stop, Drop, Grow, and Glow, helping parents assess their current state, drop any negative influences, and grow into their best selves. She encourages parents to take a deeper dive into their personal wellness journey by assessing their priorities, reflecting on their experiences, and dropping any trauma or drama that may be holding them back. Finally, she offers tips for parents struggling with losing themselves in their children's challenges and emphasizes the importance of finding joy and courage in parenting. Takeaways from the show Conscious parenting, wellness, and self-care Prioritizing self-care for busy parents Personal growth as a parent Parenting strategies for maintaining self-care during challenging times Finding joy in parenting For more show notes, including transcripts, visit our website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Excited to be sharing this week's solo show all about the POWER OF PERCEPTION. This is HUGE when we are trying to make sense of what is happening with our teens. I take the listeners into some thoughts around our kids beliefs and decision making in the context of school and academics. I am so excited to hear about what you think!Find the full show notes at: https://www.besproutable.com/podcasts/eps-428-Considering-the-power-of-perception Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Natasha Nelsen and I am so honored to be in conversation with her today. Natasha breaks down sensory processing disorder, ADHD and other neurodiversity in adolescents and adults. She talks about how parents can support teens during this time of sensory overload, sensory seeking behavior, and executive function challenges. Natasha’s support & educational opportunities for black neurodiverse families and her deep understanding of sensory needs offers insights and understanding for all parents, caregivers and teachers who love and work with neurodiverse youth. If you aren’t already following SuperNova Momma, you should do so now. Natasha Nelsen is a gem and I am so honored to have her on my podcast this week. Takeaways from the show Parenting and education for black and neurodiverse families Sensory processing disorder in teenagers Sensory processing disorder and it’s impact on behavior and teen perception Sensory processing disorder and its relationship with other diagnoses. Teenage years and sensory overload Childhood trauma, sensory seeking, and excessive masturbation Sensory seeking behaviors in adolescents Parenting children with ADHD and autism with a focus on sensory issues and executive functioning challenges For more show notes, including trascripts, visit our website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The art of parenting is a constantly evolving journey filled with challenges, and one of the most important aspects is maintaining open and honest communication with your children. Recently, I stumbled upon a thought-provoking discussion on a podcast that delved into this very subject. Dax Shepard was interviewing Kerry Washington, and their conversation veered into the realm of parenting, children, and a profound question: "What if your teen came to you and confessed to trying a substance last night?"This question made me pause and reflect on the significance of fostering an environment where our children feel comfortable sharing their experiences and struggles. In thispodcast, we'll explore the concept of cultivating your observer and the art of responding thoughtfully to challenging situations with your teenagers.Find more show notes and info about our sponsors at www.besproutable.com/podcasts/eps-426-cultivating-your-observer-navigating-tough-conversations-with-teens Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices