The Teenage Guide

Ashley Chandler
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All parents want their t(w)een to be kind, happy-ish, confident, and motivated, with a trusting, respectful relationship to boot. But, how? Does it have to be a grind? Does it have to be complicated? The short (exciting) answer: No. Welcome to Teenage Guide podcast where Ashley Chandler combines her 18+ years as an Educator and Coach for Parents, Tweens, and Teens with the latest soul-to-systems research and her personal experience so parents and t(w)eens are connecting and gaining skills in ways that last a lifetime.

  1. 40: What's Next for Me + My Case for a Reset for You

    07/01/2025

    40: What's Next for Me + My Case for a Reset for You

    Listen in to hear what I'm up to, and what that means for you. Remember, when you slow down, get quiet, and listen - you'll be guided. No need to force, hustle, or prove. You and your teen...you're enough! Get ready for some magic. See you soon, Ashley

    6 min
  2. 39: Summer Screens with Teens without Battles

    06/18/2025

    39: Summer Screens with Teens without Battles

    Hey parents, summer can easily turn into endless screen time and chaos — but what if it became your biggest opportunity to build your teen’s confidence, independence, and real-life skills that stick all year? In this episode: ✨Understand the unique challenges of managing screen time during summer  ✨ Learn to set effective boundaries without conflict ✨Explore techniques to fill your teen's social and emotional needs beyond screens ✨Gain tips to collaborate with your teen on tech-life balance Let’s turn your summer screen battles into opportunities for growth and connection? Check out the Teenage Guide to Screen Stress and get instant access to valuable coaching and resources. Let’s make this summer the best one yet! Check out the FREE Class → De-Stress Mini Training ✨ Ashley 00:00 Introduction: Screens Aren't the Enemy00:12 Reframing Resistance as Information01:42 Summer and Technology: A Universal Thorn02:14 Managing Screens Without the Battle04:22 Understanding the Summer Screen Struggle05:17 Tech as a Social Lifeline06:16 Balancing Screen Time and Real Time07:52 Creating Boundaries That Work09:11 Collaborating with Your Teen10:07 Free Mini De-Stress Training11:20 The Sunscreen Analogy13:17 The Importance of Non-Negotiables14:00 Building Ownership and Respect14:17 Three Simple Ways to Achieve Tech-Life Balance14:35 Tech Swaps and Social Hangouts14:53 Using Tech Together15:25 Creating Digital Oasis15:43 Screens Aren't the Enemy: Revisited16:14 Connecting Through Disconnection17:24 Final Thoughts on Screen Balance18:50 The Power of Screens in Parenting19:07 Reconnect and Reuse Screens19:39 The Influence of Parent-Teen Relationships Follow Ashley on:Instagram → the_teenage_guideFacebook → The Teenage Guide

    19 min
  3. 38: Why Now is the Perfect Time to Reset Your Parenting

    06/04/2025

    38: Why Now is the Perfect Time to Reset Your Parenting

    Let's face it: summer isn't really much of a break for parents.  Unstructured time often equals more chaos Teens often dysregulate in summer without rhythm. And, you're dysregulated at the thought of them being dysregulated (aka you're snappy at the thought of them being moody) In this episode: ✨ Destress and reset your parenting mindset.✨ Redefine summer success for your family✨ Embrace this season for growth and connection✨ Focus on yourself first to positively influence your teen's behavior. That's why it's important for you to know that now is the perfect time to hit the reset button, and when you do your whole summer will be better! Because 𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟 𝐢𝐧 𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞...𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠. ✨ Ashley If you want even more support, check out my FREE mini-training "De-Stress"!  Want to know what's really underneath the surface of your teen's moods, low-motivation, or low-confidence? You don't want to miss this.  𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐬 02:42 - Summer Transition Challenges03:01 - Parenting Reset04:21 - Acknowledging Summer Struggles04:58 - Dysregulation in Teens05:22 - Personal Experience and Breakthrough06:32 - Parenting is About You07:11 - Soul to Systems Toolkit08:17 - Reactive Parenting Mode10:14 - Identity Change in Parenting11:35 - Resetting Your Parenting Approach12:31 - Summer as an Opportunity Follow Ashley on:Instagram → the_teenage_guideFacebook → The Teenage Guide

    17 min
  4. 37: Setting Up Summer with Your Teen for Success That Lasts All Year Long

    05/23/2025

    37: Setting Up Summer with Your Teen for Success That Lasts All Year Long

    Hey parents, summer can easily turn into endless screen time and chaos — but what if it became your biggest opportunity to build your teen’s confidence, independence, and real-life skills that stick all year? In this episode: Redefine what summer success really means for your teen and your family Build a flexible framework with non-negotiable pillars, not strict rules Give your teen ownership over their time and goals (imperfect is okay!) Prioritize quality time to strengthen your relationship and their confidence Special Shoutout: Big thanks to my friend, Erin Stutland, for inspiring my mantra: "Movement in our bodies creates movement in our minds." The science behind this is powerful, and Erin's work has made a huge impact on my approach to wellness and personal growth. You can connect with her on Instagram at @ErinStutland or visit her website www.erinstutland.com. Exciting News: If this episode resonates with you, don’t miss out on my Finish the School Year Strong Workshop Replays—available through Friday! Plus, THRIVE Monthly Membership doors are closing on Memorial Day as I redesign the program to make it even better. So grab your spot now for just $97/month before the change happens! THRIVE gives you the tools and coaching to strengthen your relationship with your teen and tackle the parenting challenges with confidence. For all the details, check out the link in the show notes! THRIVE Membership → https://www.theteenageguide.com/thrive-membershipFinish the School Year Strong Class → https://www.theteenageguide.com/strong-confident-connected-class-replay-1   ✨ Ashley Time Codes: 01:41 - Start Thinking About Summer Now02:33 - Set Up Summer to Win All Year03:02 - Redefine Summer Success Together04:30 - Structure with Space to Breathe05:48 - Let Curiosity Lead06:10 - Responsibility Builds Real Confidence07:10 - Move the Body, Shift the Mind08:10 - Nature and Connection Are Non-Negotiable08:55 - Stretch Their Skills, Grow Their Confidence09:55 - Consistency Over Perfection10:41 - Let Them Own Their Time11:29 - Support, Don’t Micromanage13:06 - Prioritize Quality Time Over Productivity14:20 - Use the Off Time to Build Connection14:50 - End with Reflection, Start with Momentum16:01 - Ease Builds Influence   Follow Ashley on:Instagram → the_teenage_guideFacebook → The Teenage Guide

    20 min
  5. 36: [Time & Energy 3] Solution-Focused Boundaries that Motivate Teens

    05/14/2025

    36: [Time & Energy 3] Solution-Focused Boundaries that Motivate Teens

    To culminate this 3-part series on time and energy (and how to make the most of it!) I wanted to focus on an area that comes up a lot in my coaching practice with parents and my THRIVE membership parent group: boundaries that motivate our teens and lead to more connection, follow-through, and solutions to challenges.  End of school pressures, expectations, and deadlines can lead to teens breaking down, ignoring work, procrastinating, putting in minimal effort because it's just too much pressure...and you're left feeling exhausted and drained, while the clock is ticking! If you can relate, listen in to learn: Why verbal reminders alone are blocking your teen's motivation and self-drive (and draining your energy!) Why boundaries are a gift of freedom The #1 way you have control Timecodes 01:47 - Why Parent Burnout Starts with Time & Energy Boundaries02:20 - When Pressure Backfires: Why Teens Shut Down03:23 - How to Set Boundaries Without Nagging or Burnout03:59 - Support School Stress with Clear Boundaries04:19 - Tired of Nagging? You Need a Boundaries Upgrade05:03 - Stop Being the Reminder—Let Teens Own Responsibility05:34 - Set Expectations Once—with a Plan that Works06:07 - The Charlie Brown Effect: Why Teens Tune You Out06:29 - Support Without Hovering or Taking Over07:42 - Boundaries Should Support, Not Control Your Teen08:18 - Are You Leading or Just Enforcing?08:30 - Stop Trying to Control Your Teen’s Emotions09:35 - You Don’t Have to Absorb Your Teen’s Stress10:05 - Your Teen Needs You to Stay Regulated10:39 - Protecting Your Energy Builds Influence with Your Teen 💫 Want my #1 tool to get your teen to listen (along with my RELATE Method: the 6 keys to an unbreakable bond and why it matters so much)? Download here >> https://www.theteenageguide.com/therelatemethod

    14 min
  6. 35: [Time & Energy 2] How to Actually Make Time for the Things that Make a Real Difference in You and Your Teen's Lives

    05/11/2025

    35: [Time & Energy 2] How to Actually Make Time for the Things that Make a Real Difference in You and Your Teen's Lives

    May-cember (as it's affectionally called in some circles) brings so many layers! Mother's Day Graduations End of Year Finals, Projects, Grades Parties Obligations Whether you feel 'up' to them or can actually enjoy them, or not! That’s why in this part 2 of the Time + Energy series TG35, "How to Actually Make Time for the Things that Make a Real Difference in You and Your Teen's Lives", I’m giving you the exact tools to decrease overwhelm and obligation, and start prioritizing what matters most to improve your lives. Here are time codes for key segments in today's episode: 01:17 - Running on Empty01:56 - A New Paradigm02:17 - The Parent You Always Needed03:32 - Clarify Your Priorities03:57 - Define What Matters Most04:23 - Be the Guide, Not the Hero05:20 - Clarity Creates Impact05:47 - Own Your Time07:05 - Boundaries Make It Real & Build Trust 11:23 - Talk It Out, Together  As I'm publishing this ON Mother's Day, I hope you feel loved and supported today, and always! Ashley 💫 Wish you could get weekly support + answers + community 24/7? Check out my THRIVE Monthly Membership → https://www.theteenageguide.com/thrive-membership 💫Wish you could guarantee you and your teen could finish the school year strong? Grab the replays to my recent workshop for parents of teens for FREE: "Finish the School Year Strong" >> https://www.theteenageguide.com/pl/2148665880

    16 min
  7. 34: [Time & Energy 1] How to reclaim your time and energy (when you're always so busy)

    04/29/2025

    34: [Time & Energy 1] How to reclaim your time and energy (when you're always so busy)

    Welcome back to The Teenage Guide podcast!  Between ping-pong schedules, being pulled in a million directions, and the emotional rollercoasters that April and May can bring, we've got to become intentional with our time and energy so that we can actually enjoy and be present for these (very layered) months!  In episode 1 of this 3 part series I'm calling "Time to Thrive", I’m breaking down: ✨ Where you have to focus if you want to feel more time, presence, and energy in parenting well ✨ How your relationship with time and productivity might be draining your energy ✨Why unsubscribing from hustle culture is one of the most powerful gifts you can give yourself—and your family 🎯 Listen in now! Ashley Time Codes: 00:34 - A New Paradigm for Parenting Teens02:00 - Time and Energy Management for Teens03:47 - Behavior Change Starts with Identity04:08 - Are You Using Productivity to Numb?04:37 - Giving Yourself Permission to Slow Down05:32 - Recognizing When You're Proving Your Worth05:55 - Busyness Is Not a Badge of Honor06:21 - It’s Time to Rewrite the Narrative for Parents07:20 - Unsubscribe from Hustle Culture08:11 - Envision the Parent-Teen Relationship You Want08:39 - You and Your Teen Are Capable of Big Dreams09:07 - Busy Isn’t the Problem—Avoidance Is   WORK WITH ME:  ✨ Want to ensure the next school year (or the next 6+ months) is eons better than the last? (Apply here for virtual parent / teen coaching: (Only 2 Spots Left for Summer (in the U.S.) → https://www.jotform.com/form/240688718868174 ✨ Wish you could get weekly support + answers + community 24/7? Check out my THRIVE Monthly Membership → https://www.theteenageguide.com/thrive-membership ✨ Wish you could guarantee you and your teen could finish the school year strong? Start here with my free 3-part workshop → https://www.theteenageguide.com/strong-confident-connected-class-replay-1

    11 min
  8. 33: How we (unintentionally) sabotage our teen's motivation and success

    04/18/2025

    33: How we (unintentionally) sabotage our teen's motivation and success

    Welcome back to The Teenage Guide podcast! Listen, I know you want the best for your teen. And, at the same time, sometimes even with the best intentions, we unintentionally sabotage their motivation and success. In this powerful episode, I’m breaking down: Where you need to shift your focus (and it's not your mindset) The invisible (and unconscious) ways so many well-intentioned parents project fear and attempt to control teens thinking they're being helpful How small, conscious shifts in your approach can create big wins in your relationship and their ability to thrive. 🎯 I also share details coming off the heels of my LIVE 3-part workshop! If you haven't watched the replays they'll be up for a limited time, and they are amazing. What's inside is solid gold information that's helped countless parents have more peace, a better relationship with their teen, and know exactly how to boost their teen's confidence and self-drive. Get access here → www.theteenageguide.com/workshop-replays If you're exhausted and overwhelmed with stress and you're ready for real support with the best parent community around? The doors to THRIVE Monthly Membership are OPEN & if you register now you'll get access to next week's Member workshop that's gonna be incredible!  02:13 - Why the 'Terrible Teen Years' Belief Is Holding You Back03:42 - Sneaky Ways Parents Undermine Teen Motivation Without Realizing It05:22 - Bridging the Gap Between School Alerts and Your Teen’s Reality07:03 - The Invisible Pressure of Being a 'Good Parent07:39 - How Your Definition of Success Might Be Hurting Your Teen09:21 - The #1 Concept Most Parents Miss in Teen Conversations10:01 - Why 'Because I Said So' Backfires with Teens Every Time11:42 - How Your Nervous System Shapes Your Parenting Without You Knowing13:17 - When Fear Takes Over: The Parenting Panic Spiral14:13 - The Magic of Self-Regulation Learn more about THRIVE Monthly Membership here → www.theteenageguide.com/monthly-membership  Register for THRIVE Monthly Membership here →https://www.theteenageguide.com/offers/5LJoToHc/checkout

    19 min
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All parents want their t(w)een to be kind, happy-ish, confident, and motivated, with a trusting, respectful relationship to boot. But, how? Does it have to be a grind? Does it have to be complicated? The short (exciting) answer: No. Welcome to Teenage Guide podcast where Ashley Chandler combines her 18+ years as an Educator and Coach for Parents, Tweens, and Teens with the latest soul-to-systems research and her personal experience so parents and t(w)eens are connecting and gaining skills in ways that last a lifetime.

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  • Creator
    Ashley Chandler
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    41
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Teenage Guide
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    The Teenage Guide