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Connect With Your Teens | Conversation Starters, Parenting Tips, Screen Time, Build Connection, Communication Skills

Connect With Your Teens | Conversation Starters, Parenting Tips, Screen Time, Build Connection, Communication Skills

By: Terri Lee | Christian Parenting Coach Communication Specialist & B.A. Social Work
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*****TOP 2.0% GLOBAL PODCAST*****

The go-to podcast for Christian moms who want deeper connection with their teens.

Are you tired of feeling dismissed every time your teen pulls out their phone mid-conversation?
Do conversations with your teen feel more like nagging sessions than real connection?
Is your teen shut down, distracted, or glued to a screen… while you’re desperate to build trust and keep your relationship strong?

I’m so excited you’re here!

This podcast will help you move from walking on eggshells to having real, trust-building conversations—without the nagging, misunderstandings or push-back.

My mission is to equip you to communicate with tools that replace frustration with understanding, turn tension into trust, and help you become the mom your teen feels safe opening up to.

Hi, I’m Terri Lee. A wife, mom, tutu, and communication coach. For years, I thought the key to raising my kids well was teaching the right lessons, taking them to church, and trying to fix their behavior. But instead of building connections it only led to frustration, distance, and feeling like my words didn’t matter.

I realized that to have deep, lasting connections—both now and after my kids left home—I needed to change how I communicated. So, I did. I learned to listen without criticism, speak in a way my kids felt safe, and build thriving relationships. Now, I help moms do the same, and I can’t wait to share it with you!

If you’re looking for practical ways to talk to your teen, build a relationship based on mutual respect, and get them off their phones long enough to connect—this show is for you.

Grab your latte and let’s dive into it.

Want to stay connected?

✨ Join the FB Community: Connect With Your Teens Facebook Group
✨ Become a Connect With Your Teens Insider for weekly tips, encouragement, and be the first to know of upcoming events: Weekly Newsletter

✨ Instagram: @terricommunicationcoach

✨ Contact: support@connectwithyourteens.com

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Episodes
  • 82 | Healthy Boundaries Without Guilt: The Freedom to Let Go with Lori Owens (Part 2)

    82 | Healthy Boundaries Without Guilt: The Freedom to Let Go with Lori Owens (Part 2)
    Jun 18 2026

    Do you ever find yourself reacting more strongly than you want to when your teen says or does something that pushes your buttons?

    Maybe you’ve tried all the parenting tips, practiced better communication skills, and worked hard to build Connection, but certain conversations still leave you feeling frustrated, anxious, or emotionally drained.

    In Part 2 of my conversation with Lori Owens, Resilience Coach and podcast host, we explore what’s happening beneath those reactions. We talk about emotional triggers, old wounds, healthy boundaries, and why taking care of yourself isn’t selfish—it’s essential if you want to build trust and strengthen your family communication.

    You’ll Learn:

    • Why certain situations with your teen trigger strong emotional reactions
    • How fear, past hurts, and anxiety can impact how to communicate effectively
    • Why healthy boundaries are important for both you and your teen
    • The difference between capability and capacity—and why it matters
    • How self-maintenance can help you build connection and create a healthier relationship with your teen

    If you’ve ever struggled with guilt when setting boundaries, felt overwhelmed by everyone else’s needs, or wondered how to stay emotionally healthy while parenting teens, this conversation will encourage you and give you practical next steps.

    Connect with Lori:

    Practical Solutions for PTSD Podcast with Lori Owens: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-solutions-for-ptsd-anxiety-symptoms-seasonal/id1835492018

    Lori has generously provided a free Boundary Setting Worksheet for listeners. Visit practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/podcast to download it.

    She’s also offering one listener 50% off their first coaching session! Use the code CONNECT. https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/breakthrough

    Other Resources:

    More support is available to you. Our next Connect With Your Teens Monthly Support Group is July 14th. You can save your seat here: https://connectwithyourteens.com/supportgroup

    🤍Looking for a safe, faith-based community of moms who get it?

    Come join us inside the How To Connect With Your Teens Facebook group—we’re waiting to welcome you: Connect With Your Teens Facebook Group

    💌Want weekly encouragement straight to your in box?

    Become a Connect With Your Teens Insider for weekly parenting tips, encouragement, and support straight to your inbox Weekly Newsletter

    ✨Follow or DM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terricommunicationcoach

    ✨Contact: support@connectwithyourteens.com

    Related Episodes:

    81- Stress, Anxiety, and Your Relationship With Your Teen with Lori Owens (Part 1)
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    23 mins
  • 81 | Stress, Anxiety, and Relationship With Your Teen with Lori Owens (Part 1)

    81 | Stress, Anxiety, and Relationship With Your Teen with Lori Owens (Part 1)
    Jun 16 2026

    Do you ever feel like you’re carrying the weight of your teen’s choices, emotions, future, and faith on your shoulders?

    As moms, it’s easy to believe that if we just say the right thing, do the right thing, or try a little harder, we can prevent mistakes and protect our teens from pain. But what if some of the stress, anxiety, and overwhelm you’re carrying was never yours to carry in the first place?

    In this encouraging conversation, Lori Owens joins me to talk about how stress affects our relationship with our teens, why trying to control what we can’t control leaves us exhausted, and how simple Communication Skills can help us Build Connection instead of reacting from fear.

    You’ll Learn: • How to identify what is yours to carry and what isn’t • Why focusing on what you can control brings greater peace and clarity • Practical ways to pause, regulate your emotions, and respond instead of react • How these parenting tips can strengthen your relationship with teens and improve family communication

    If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or exhausted, this conversation will remind you that freedom often begins when we release the burdens we were never meant to carry. Listen in and discover how a few simple shifts can help you build trust and connection, and show up more calmly in your most important relationships.

    Resources:

    Practical Solutions for PTSD Podcast with Lori Owens: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/practical-solutions-for-ptsd-anxiety-symptoms-seasonal/id1835492018

    Get Lori’s Boundary Setting Worksheet for listeners. Download it at practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/podcast.

    First Connect With Your Teens listener to sign up for her Anxiety and Depression Breakthrough Coaching Session will get 50% off. Use the code CONNECT. https://practicalsolutionsforptsd.com/breakthrough

    💛 Would you like personal support?

    Join my free monthly support group for moms of teens — a safe, faith-led space for guidance, connection, and encouragement. Learn more here: https://connectwithyourteens.com/supportgroup

    🤍Looking for a safe, faith-based community of moms who get it?

    Come join us inside the How To Connect With Your Teens Facebook group—we’re waiting to welcome you: Connect With Your Teens Facebook Group

    💌Want weekly encouragement straight to your in box?

    Become a Connect With Your Teens Insider for weekly parenting tips, encouragement, and support straight to your inbox Weekly Newsletter

    ✨Follow or DM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terricommunicationcoach ✨Contact: support@connectwithyourteens.com
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    21 mins
  • 80 | Why Parenting Teens Takes More Than Prayer: Christ-Centered Communication Skills That Build Connection

    80 | Why Parenting Teens Takes More Than Prayer: Christ-Centered Communication Skills That Build Connection
    Jun 11 2026
    Are you praying for your teen but still feeling stuck in the same communication struggles? You love your teen. You pray for them. You ask God to help. Yet conversations still end in silence, misunderstandings, eye rolls, or frustration. If you’ve ever wondered why the relationship isn’t changing despite your prayers, this episode is for you. In this episode, we’re exploring why parenting teens takes more than prayer and how Christ-centered communication skills can help you build connection, trust, and understanding with your teen. Prayer is essential, but many of us were never taught the practical communication skills that help relationships thrive. You’ll discover why prayer and communication skills aren’t competing with one another—they work together to help you build the relationship you’re hoping and praying for. You'll Learn: Why prayer is the foundation, but not the only tool God uses to build connection with your teen The hidden reason many Christian moms struggle with communication even when they deeply love their teens The difference between communication techniques and Christ-centered communication skills A simple prayer shift that can help you show up differently in conversations with your teen Prayer prepares the heart. Christ-centered communication skills help carry that heart into the conversation. Join me for this encouraging conversation and discover how God can work through both spiritual growth and practical wisdom to help you build connection with your teen. Are ready for actionable steps to start building connection with your child now? I have a free gift for you. It’s called Building Connection Beyond Screen Time and includes 15 conversation starters and practical connection tips to help you communicate in ways that your teen will want to connect with you. Your teen wants connection—they’re just not always sure how to get it without feeling judged, corrected, or lectured. This quick guide will help you start conversations in a way that helps your teen feel seen, heard, and understood. 🎁 Grab your free copy here: https://connectwithyourteens.com/build-connection-screentime ✔️ Want more support? Would you like inspiring worship music to anchor you in your journey? 🎧This Spotify list is a collection of songs that have brought me peace, encouragement when I needed it most and helped my anchor my heart in Christ. You can go straight to this link get my Anchoring Spotify Playlist (no sign up required): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0pmOIQvAH6dibMmAxQzbGf?si=WZ8bE23YQfWdY5lbBM_2pA&nd=1&dlsi=e9c329d0073a4b3b 🤍Looking for a safe, faith-based community of moms who get it? Come join us inside the How To Connect With Your Teens Facebook group—we’re waiting to welcome you: Connect With Your Teens Facebook Group 💌Want weekly encouragement straight to your in box? Become a Connect With Your Teens Insider for weekly parenting tips, encouragement, and support straight to your inbox Weekly Newsletter Would you help another find the support she needs? 💬 If this podcast has encouraged or helped you share it with a friend and take 30 seconds to leave a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. Your review helps more moms see the podcast and get support. Review on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/connect-with-your-teens-conversation-starters/id1826286296 ✨Follow or DM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/terricommunicationcoach ✨Contact: support@connectwithyourteens.com Related Episodes: 59 - Why Your Teen Stops Talking (And How to Fix It) 73 - Why Your Teen Shuts Down When You Ask Questions 79 - Parenting Teens: 5 Words That Build Trust and Connection Fast
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    12 mins
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