IMPACT: Parenting with Perspective
This podcast will help parents of teens keep life's struggles as a teen, and as a parent of a teen, in perspective. Parents will learn real tools to help them help their teens. They will learn how to build a rock solid relationship with their teen so they will have a powerful impact and a positive influence on their teen's life.
Episodes
287 episodes
How to Be the Parent Your Teen Actually Learns From
Identity is your hidden superpower as a parent.In this episode, Ben shares a powerful story from the football field about getting out of the victim mindset, redefining his identity, and modeling the exact behavior he wanted to see in his...
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Episode 285
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24:29
How to Motivate Your Teen Without Pushing Them
Ever tried to push your teen to change… only to have them push right back? You’re not alone.In this episode, Ben breaks down why trying to force your teen to change almost always backfires—and what to do instead. You’ll...
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Episode 284
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22:36
When Your Teen “Stops Caring”… Why That’s Actually a Win
When your teen suddenly “stops caring” — about school, sports, church, or even family — it can feel like everything’s falling apart. Maybe they used to try hard, follow rules, and keep you happy. Now, they’re unmotivated, mood...
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Episode 283
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36:15
How to Help Your Teen Find Their Spark
Every teen has a spark inside them—something that makes them come alive. But too often, they get lost trying to be who the world wants them to be.In this episode, I talk with my good friend Arthur C. Woods, author of ...
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Episode 282
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56:42
You’re Not in Control of Your Teen (and That’s the Best News Ever)
You’re not in control of your teen—and that’s actually the best news ever.In this episode, Ben and Cortni dive deep into what happens when parents try to control their teens and why it almost always backfires. Drawing from the book L...
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Episode 281
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29:04
The Thing That Is Secretly Wrecking Your Relationship with Your Teen
You love your teen. You try to help. You want things to get better. But what if you’re accidentally doing something that’s quietly sabotaging your connection?In this episode, Ben and Cortni unpack one of the most powerf...
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Episode 280
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27:47
Stop Trying to Fix Your Teen — Fix This Instead
Most parents secretly wish their teen would just change — listen more, argue less, clean up, do homework, be respectful, etc.But here’s the truth: 👉 You can’t change your teen. 👉 You can only change you...
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Episode 279
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36:54
Why Your Teen’s Confidence Crumbles (and How to Fix It)
In this episode, I break down the difference between false confidence—the kind that’s tied to wins, grades, or outside approval—and foundational confidence—the kind built on preparation, effort, and real experience.Many tee...
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Episode 278
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23:24
Why ‘Good vs. Bad Parenting’ Is a Dangerous Myth
Do you ever wonder if you’re a “good” parent… or fear that you might be a “bad” one? You’re not alone. Many parents live under the weight of these labels, and it can feel heavy and confusing.In this episode, Ben Pugh explains why “good v...
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Episode 277
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22:45
This is the ONE Thing to Help Your Teen With Resilience
Is your teen struggling? Do you ever wonder how to help them bounce back?In this episode, I share the ONE thing that makes the biggest difference in building resilience. You’ll hear real stories from my own life, from parents I’ve worked...
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Episode 276
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34:11
From Phillies Karen to Parenting Power: The Lesson Everyone Missed
What does a viral “Phillies Karen” baseball moment have to do with your parenting? More than you think.In this episode, I break down the Phillies Karen story—not to pile on or cancel—but to show you how outrage, mob mentality, and cancel...
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Episode 275
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25:39
Your Teen Sees the Real You—So Why Hide Behind Fake Parenting?
Your teen knows when you’re being real… and when you’re not.In this episode, Ben and Cortni talk about “fake parenting” and why it pushes teens away. Teens don’t need a perfect parent. They need the real you.You’ll learn:...
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Episode 274
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35:57
How to Simplify Parenting by Fixing Just Two Problems
How to Simplify Parenting by Fixing Only Two ProblemsParenting often feels overwhelming—like you’ve got 117 things to fix at once. But what if the secret to real change wasn’t fixing everything… but focusing on just t...
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Episode 273
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31:28
Stop Parenting for Approval—Your Teen Needs the Real You
Do you ever catch yourself parenting for the approval of others—your neighbors, your parents, or even your teen? The truth is, people-pleasing doesn’t build connection. It creates distance.In this episode, Ben and Cortni unpack why paren...
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Episode 272
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28:47
Busy But Not Burned Out: Why Overwhelm Is Optional
Do you ever feel like you’re running on empty? Like life is just go, go, go — and you’re burning out?In this episode, Ben shares how he went from stressed and overwhelmed to calm and confident. You’ll learn why overwhelm is a ch...
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Episode 271
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27:10
One Thing Will Help Your Teen Perform Under Pressure
Is your teen nervous when it really matters? Do they freeze, overthink, or doubt themselves when the pressure’s on?In this episode, I’ll share the one powerful thing that can help your teen show up with confidence — even in high-stress m...
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Episode 270
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24:00
How to Change Your Teen with This One Trick
Is your teen yelling, arguing, or just pushing all your buttons?In this episode, I’ll show you the one trick that can change everything: modeling the behavior you want to see.You’ll learn how to:Stop mirroring...
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Episode 269
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25:31
Raising Brave Kids in an Anxious World
What do you do when your child is too scared to go down the big slide?In this fun episode, I talk with my 10-year-old son about a moment when he felt nervous—and how he learned to be brave. We share a simple trick his mom taught him that...
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Episode 268
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14:26
3 Books That Will Transform the Way You Parent
In this episode, Ben and Cortni talk about 3 powerful books that changed the way they parent. These books helped them let go of control, build better relationships, and become the parents they want to be.Ben shares why he avoided one of ...
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Episode 267
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35:53
3 Simple Steps to Break Free from Distraction
Are you too distracted to parent the way you want to?In today’s episode, we’re talking about something that’s affecting all of us—parents, teens, and even younger kids: distraction. From endless scrolling to binge-watching, the world is ...
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Episode 266
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30:29
5 tips for Better Communication with Your Teen
Tired of getting one-word answers or total silence from your teen? You're not alone. In this episode, Ben and Cortni share five simple tips that will help you open up real conversations and build a stronger connection with your teen—without pus...
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Episode 265
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29:19
Raising Teens in the Age of AI: Friend or Foe?
AI is everywhere—your teen’s phone, their schoolwork, even their social life. But is it helping them grow... or making things harder?In this episode, Ben and Cortni dive into how artificial intelligence is shaping the way teens think, le...
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Episode 264
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37:01
One Coaching Call Changed My Life—No Joke
When Howie came home early from his mission, he felt lost, embarrassed, and stuck in a victim mindset. But everything started to shift after just one coaching call. In this episode, Howie shares his powerful story of learning to own his choices...
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Episode 263
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38:18
Why Real Transformation Starts Within—Not Out There
Are you tired of trying to fix your teen—or anyone else in your life? In this episode, Ben Pugh and fellow coach Marika Humphreys share a powerful truth: real transformation doesn’t happen “out there.” It starts inside YOU.Through real s...
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Episode 262
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53:50