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Joyful Courage for Parenting Teens

Joyful Courage for Parenting Teens

By: Casey O'Roarty
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 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 adolescence This 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! Parenting & Families Relationships Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Eps 590: Breath as a superpower with Kurtis Lee Thomas

    Eps 590: Breath as a superpower with Kurtis Lee Thomas
    Jul 14 2025
    In this episode, I chat with breathwork expert Kurtis Lee Thomas about how simple breathing techniques can help parents of teens manage stress, frustration, and overwhelm. Breathwork isn’t just for crisis moments—it’s a powerful daily tool to calm your nervous system, build resilience, and create more ease in family life. If you want practical strategies to stay present, connected, and lead with joyful courage, this episode is your breath of fresh air. For more info and show notes, go to: https://www.besproutable.com/podcasts/eps-590-breath-as-a-superpower-with-kurtis-lee-thomas/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • 589: Revisiting thoughts on motivating teens

    589: Revisiting thoughts on motivating teens
    Jul 10 2025
    In this episode of the Joyful Courage Podcast, I revisit a timeless challenge: how to motivate teens to help out at home and follow through on commitments — without constant nagging or power struggles. I share mindset shifts and practical strategies for building cooperation, breaking through resistance, and nurturing real connection. You’ll hear why letting teens feel natural consequences matters and how to hold boundaries with love. Listen in for encouragement and tools to parent teens with respect and confidence! For more show notes and info go to: https://www.besproutable.com/podcasts/eps-297-solo-show-thoughts-on-motivating-adolescents/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    44 mins
  • Eps 588: Revisiting how we raise allies with Dr. Tracy Baxley

    Eps 588: Revisiting how we raise allies with Dr. Tracy Baxley
    Jul 7 2025
    In this powerful conversation with Dr. Traci Baxley, author of Social Justice Parenting, we explore how to raise children who embrace equity, compassion, and activism. We unpack hard topics like the N-word, critical race theory (CRT), systemic racism, and the importance of taking action — even when it’s uncomfortable. Dr. Baxley offers practical tools for fostering inclusion at home and in our communities. Tune in to learn how parenting and social justice intersect to create meaningful change. For more information and show notes, go to: https://www.besproutable.com/podcasts/eps-331-raising-allies-with-traci-baxley/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    56 mins
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