

Joyful Courage for Parenting Teens
Casey O'Roarty
Welcome to the Joyful Courage Podcast - a place where parents of tweens and teens come to find inspiration, information and encouragement in the messy terrain of adolescenceThis season of parenting is no joke - and while the details of what we are all moving through might be slightly different, we are having a collective experience.This is a space where we center building relationship, nurturing life skills, and leaning into our own personal growth.My name is Casey O’Roarty, I am a parent coach, Positive Discipline LEad Trainer, and captain of the adolescent ship over at Sproutable. I am also a speaker and published author. I have been working with parents and families for over 20 years and continue to navigate being a mom with my own two young adult kids.I am honored that you are here… Please give back to the pod by sharing it with friends, or on social media, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify - work of mouth is how we grow!Thanks - enjoy the show!
Episodes
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Apr 4, 2022 • 43min
Eps 320: Alternatives to Punishment Part 3
Takeaways from the show:
The foundation of Positive Discipline
Kindness and firmness
Navigating misbehavior while you’re dysregulated
Asking questions to get curious and understand
Roleplay exercise
Teens need a healthy sense of belonging and significance
Teasing apart kind and firm statements
Looking for a win-win
Decide what you will do and follow through
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Mar 31, 2022 • 50min
Revisiting Eps 80: Handsfree Mama with Rachel Macy Stafford
This week’s throwback guest is Rachel Macy Stafford, founder of Handsfree Mama, best selling author and special education teacher. We are discussing letting go of distractions so you can focus on what really matters. Join us!“There is no space for perfection in parenting and living boldly. I want to live bravely, boldly, flawed and full of hope.”For access to the show notes, including transcripts, visit our website here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 28, 2022 • 31min
Eps 319: Alternatives to Punishment Part 2
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Mar 21, 2022 • 27min
Eps 318: Alternatives to Punishment Part 1
Takeaways from the show
Casey’s why to alternatives to punishment
Putting relationship as a priority
Supporting teens as they find their identity
Adolescent narcissism
Behavior behind belonging and significance
Slide into the passenger seat
Teenage autonomy
Trust your teens will learn through their experiences
Natural consequences
Focusing on growing your kid’s life skills
Learning from mistakes
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Mar 14, 2022 • 44min
Eps 317: Teen Relationships with Christy Keating
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Mar 13, 2022 • 55min
Episode 1: A Conversation about Emotional Triggers with Andy Smithson of TRU Parenting
It was my great honor to spend over and hour on the phone with Andy Smithson of TRU Parenting recently.We spent our time really digging into the way emotional triggers show up while navigating the challenges of raising kids, and Andy shared some of what he offers parents in the way of finding their calm. Enjoy!!"Not knowing is one of the most powerful tools and skills that we have as parents... It keeps us curious makes us let our children guide the process..." - Andy SmithsonResources mentioned during the podcast:Childbirth: My Journey from Fear to PeaceThe Quick Calm ToolkitHow to Stop Yelling in 21 DaysGet Off That Train! TRU Calm: Parent Relaxation and Self-Renewal Series* Be sure to listen at the end of the podcast for a special discount offer from Andy to be used towards this product! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 7, 2022 • 48min
Eps 316: Teens, Therapy, and Mental Health with Dr. Melanie McNally
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Mar 3, 2022 • 36min
Becoming Sproutable Eps 6: Encouragement
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Feb 28, 2022 • 33min
Eps 315: Ian's Back Sharing Truths About His Screen Time
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Feb 24, 2022 • 53min
Becoming Sproutable Eps 5: Focusing on Solutions
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