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

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

  1. 3D AGO

    67 | 3 Steps to Break Lies Sabotaging Communication With Your Teen (Part 3)

    Do you ever feel yourself shift in a conversation with your teen…like you were calm one moment—and suddenly you’re reacting? Maybe they roll their eyes…shut down…or go back to their phone…And something in you tightens. That moment?  It’s not random. And it’s not just about communication skills. In Part 3 of this series, I’m walking you through a simple, faith-anchored process to recognize what’s happening in those moments, uncover the lie underneath it, and begin replacing it with truth—so you can build connection and actually live this out in your real conversations as you are parenting teens. You’ll Learn: How to recognize when you’re becoming unanchored in conversations A simple 3-step process to uncover the lies driving your reactions How to identify the root behind recurring communication patterns How to begin replacing lies with truth through a simple, Spirit-led process   If you’ve ever walked away from a conversation thinking, “Why did I react like that?” This episode will help you slow that moment down, see what’s underneath it, and begin responding from peace instead of pressure. ✨If this episode is helping you see what’s underneath your reactions…and you want support walking this out in your real conversations—I want to invite you to book a 1:1 Communication Coaching Call. It’s personalized to you and your family, and you get to bring up what's really going on right now…and we’ll uncover what’s happening underneath—the lies, the patterns that may be affecting your relationship…and what it could look like to respond differently, from a place of peace. 👉 Book your session: https://connectwithyourteens.com/1-hour-communicationcoaching More Resources: 💛 Looking for a supportive space to process this with other moms?  Join the Connect With Your Teens Support Group. You don’t have to do this alone. 📅 April 22nd at 10 AM MST 👉 Save your seat here: https://connectwithyourteens.com/supportgroup 💌 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 🤍 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 ✨ Follow or DM Instagram: @terricommunicationcoach ✨ Contact: support@connectwithyourteens.com Related Episodes: 65 - 3 Lies That Sabotage Communication With Your Teen (Part 1) 66 - 2 More Lies Sabotaging Communication With Your Teen (Part 2)

    15 min

  2. 5D AGO

    66 | 2 More Lies Sabotaging Communication With Your Teen (Part 2)

    Have you ever been in a conversation with your teen…and suddenly it feels like more is at stake than just the conversation? Like their reaction means something about you…or if you don’t handle it right, you might lose connection? That pressure you feel in those moments…isn’t random. And it’s not just about your communication skills. In Part 2 of this series, we uncover two more lies that quietly shape how you show up with your teen—and how they impact your ability to build connection and navigate conflict. Because when identity and urgency are driving your responses…even your best intentions can create pressure instead of connection. You'll learn: • The lie that ties your teen’s behavior to your worth as a mom • Why urgency in conversations often comes from fear—not connection • How identity pressure and fear of losing connection shape your reactions • One simple question to help you shift from pressure to presence   If you’ve ever felt that pressure rise up in conversations…or walked away feeling like something deeper was going on—this episode will help you see it more clearly and begin responding from a place of peace instead of pressure. If this episode had you thinking, “Okay… I can see this in me…” and you’re not quite sure what to do with it yet—that’s exactly where I can support you. In a 1:1 Communication Coaching Call, we take what you’re navigating right now…and gently walk through what’s happening underneath—the lies, the patterns…and what it could look like to respond differently from a place of peace. So you’re not just understanding this…you’re actually living it out in your conversations. 👉 You can book your call at https://connectwithyourteens.com/1-hour-communicationcoaching Want more support? 🤍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: @terricommunicationcoach ✨Contact: support@connectwithyourteens.com

    17 min

  3. APR 9

    65 | 3 Lies That Sabotage Communication With Your Teen (Part 1)

    Do you ever walk away from a conversation with your teen thinking…“That’s not how I wanted that to go…” You tried to stay calm. You chose your words carefully. You were intentional…And somehow, it still felt tense, disconnected, or off. What if it’s not just about what you’re saying…but what’s driving you underneath the conversation? In this episode, we begin a powerful 2-part series uncovering the hidden lies that shape how you show up with your teen—and how they impact your communication skills and ability to build connection. Because it’s not just about better conversation starters…it’s about what’s happening in your heart in the moment. You’ll Learn: The core lie many moms carry—and how it creates pressure in conversations How control and correction are often rooted in something deeper The connection between the false identities we take on and disconnection One simple awareness shift to help you respond from peace instead of pressure If you’ve been trying to communicate well…but still feel like something is missing in your connection—this episode will help you see what’s really happening and begin shifting toward more peaceful, connected conversations with your teen. Ready for more clarity and connection in your conversations? If you’re listening and thinking, “I see this… but I don’t know how to change it in the moment,” you don’t have to figure it out alone. In a 1-hour Communication Coaching Call, we’ll walk through what’s really happening in your relationship and map out exactly what to say in your next conversation—anchored in truth, not pressure. 👉 Book your session here: https://connectwithyourteens.com/1-hour-communicationcoaching More Resources: 💬 Want to help more moms like you get the support they’ve been praying for?  Leave a review so they can find this podcast and renewed hope for their relationship: https://bit.ly/ConnectWithYourTeensPodcast 🤍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: @terricommunicationcoach ✨Contact: support@connectwithyourteens.com

    15 min

  4. APR 7

    64 | Stop Arguing With Your Teen: Let Them Have Their Perspective

    What if the reason your teen shuts down…isn’t because they don’t want to talk—but because they don’t feel understood? So many moms feel stuck in constant conflict, walking on eggshells, or unsure how to communicate without it turning into an argument. In this episode, we’re talking about one powerful shift in communication skills that can help you stop arguing with your teen, build connection, and begin to move through conflict in a completely different way. Because your teen’s perspective may not match your intention—but it feels real to them. And how you respond in that moment… changes everything. You’ll Learn: Why your teen’s perspective matters (even when it feels wrong) How to respond in conflict without shutting the conversation down A simple way to improve family communication and build trust What to say so your teen feels safe, respected, and open to talking If you’ve been wondering how to communicate better, reduce conflict, and create more open conversations with your teen—this episode will give you a simple, practical place to start. If you’re listening and thinking, “I want this kind of connection with my teen—but I’m not sure how to get there,” you don’t have to figure it out on your own. My 1:1 Communication Coaching Calls are a place to pause, be heard, and get clear on what’s really going on in your relationship—so you can move forward with confidence and know what to say next. 👉 Book your coaching call here: https://connectwithyourteens.com/1-hour-communicationcoaching Related Episodes: #50 - From “We Need to Talk” to Honest Conversations That Build Connection (Part 1) #51 - From “We Need to Talk” to Speaking Your Heart So They Receive It (Part 2) #52 - From “We Need to Talk” to Restoring Connection With Grace (Part 3) #53 - From “We Need to Talk” to Real Conversations That Build Connection (Part 4) More Resources: 🤍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 Would you like inspiring worship music to anchor you in your journey? 🎧This 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 ✨Follow or DM Instagram: @terricommunicationcoach ✨Contact: support@connectwithyourteens.com

    10 min

  5. APR 3

    63 | What Happens After Your Teen Opens Up: With Dina Windle (Part 2)

    What happens after your teen finally opens up… Do things actually change? Or does it go right back to the way it was before? If you’ve ever had a good conversation with your teen and wondered, “Will this last?”—this episode is for you. In this episode of Connect With Your Teens, we continue the conversation with Dina Windle, a mom of a teenage daughter, and explore what happened after that first breakthrough moment—and how it began to change their connection. You’ll hear how one shift in communication skills began to build something deeper—ongoing trust, openness, and connection. You’ll learn: Why one good conversation can lead to lasting change How to respond in a way that makes your teen want to come back What builds trust over time (not just in the moment) How small shifts can strengthen your relationship with your teen If you’re parenting teens and longing to build connection that lasts beyond one conversation, this episode will give you hope—and a clear way forward. If you’re listening and thinking, “I want this kind of connection, but I’m not sure how to get there,” this is for you. You care deeply and want to stay patient, but in the moment it’s hard to stay anchored in who God’s called you to be. You don’t have to figure this out alone. In my 1-hour Communication Coaching Call, we’ll uncover what’s really happening in your conversations and give you simple, faith-anchored tools to build connection and trust—so you can move forward with clarity and confidence. Book your call here: https://connectwithyourteens.com/1-hour-communicationcoaching Want more support? 🤍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 💬 Want to help more moms like you get the support they’ve been praying for?  Leave a review so they can find this podcast and renewed hope for their relationship: https://bit.ly/ConnectWithYourTeensPodcast

    23 min

  6. APR 1

    62 | How to Build Trust With Your Teen: A Real Mom Story with Dina Windle (Part 1)

    What do you do when your teen is angry… emotional… or pushing you away? Most of us react. We defend. We try to fix. But what if the moment you feel the most tension…is actually your greatest opportunity to build connection? In this episode, Terri sits down with mom Dina Windle for a real-life conversation about a difficult moment with her daughter—one that could have created more distance, but instead became a turning point in their relationship. This is part one of a powerful two-part conversation where you’ll hear what it looks like to stay anchored, listen differently, and create the kind of safety that helps your teen open up. You’ll Learn: Why reacting in the moment can shut your teen down How staying anchored helps your teen feel safe and heard What it looks like to listen without taking things personally How connection begins even in the middle of conflict If you’ve ever walked away from a conversation with your teen thinking, “Why did that go that way again?” this episode will give you a new way to approach those moments. Press play and hear what’s possible when connection comes first. Have you ever walked away from a conversation with your teen wondering, “Why did that go that way again?” You don’t have to figure this out alone. In my 1-hour Communication Coaching Call, we’ll look at what’s really happening beneath the surface and help you move forward with clarity, peace, and a plan to rebuild connection. 👉 https://connectwithyourteens.com/1-hour-communicationcoaching Want more support? 🤍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: @terricommunicationcoach ✨Contact: support@connectwithyourteens.com

    23 min

  7. MAR 27

    61 | 5 Signs Your Teen Still Wants Connection (Even When They're Pushing You Away)

    What if your teen pushing you away… isn’t rejection at all? What if it’s actually a sign they still want connection—with you? When your teen is argumentative, emotional, or shutting you out, it’s easy to believe the connection is gone. Many moms start to feel like they’re losing their influence—or that their teen simply doesn’t care anymore. But what if that behavior isn’t disconnection… it’s a cry for connection? In this episode, we’re reframing what you’re seeing so you can understand what your teen is really asking for beneath their behavior—and begin to build connection again with confidence and clarity. You’ll Learn The difference between a broken connection and a fractured one 5 surprising signs your teen still wants connection What your teen is really asking for beneath attitude or shutdown A simple shift that will strengthen your communication skills instantly If you’ve been wondering how to reconnect or questioning if your teen still needs you… this episode will give you hope—and a new way to see what’s really happening. Do you want weekly encouragement, parenting tips, and communication skills to strengthen you relationships straight to your in box? Then click the link to join my Connect With Your Teens Insider list today!  Become an Insider here: Weekly Newsletter Want more support? 🤍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 Would you like inspiring worship music to anchor you in your journey? 🎧You can get my Anchoring Spotify Playlist here:: https://bit.ly/AnchoringPlaylist ✨Follow or DM Instagram: @terricommunicationcoach ✨Contact: support@connectwithyourteens.com

    15 min

  8. MAR 26

    60 | Why Fear Blocks Connection With Your Teen (Do This Instead)

    What if the hardest moments in conversations with your teen…aren’t something to fix—but something to step into? That tension you feel…that fear rising up inside of you…what if it’s not the problem? What if it’s actually the place God wants to meet you—and begin transforming how you show up in parenting teens and relationships? In this episode, we’re talking about the internal wrestle so many moms experience…and how truth-telling—not fixing—is where freedom begins. If you’ve ever: Felt fear or anxiety rise in conversations with your teen Worried about saying the wrong thing or creating distance Tried to “handle it right” but still felt disconnected This episode will help you see those moments differently, so you can build connection and respond from a place of truth—not fear. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why fear shows up in conversations with your teen How the “internal wrestle” is actually an invitation from God What Jacob’s story reveals about identity and transformation The simple question that can open the door to transformation How to begin responding from your identity in Christ instead of fear You don’t have to get it perfect. You can simply stay in the present—and be willing to tell the truth. 💬 If this podcast has encouraged or helped you would you 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. Click here to review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/connect-with-your-teens-conversation-starters/id1826286296 💛 Want more support? 🤍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: https://www.facebook.com/groups/connectwithyourteens ✨Follow or DM Instagram: @terricommunicationcoach ✨Contact: support@connectwithyourteens.com

    12 min
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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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