IMPACT: Parenting with Perspective

Ben Pugh
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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.

  1. 3D AGO

    Why Your New Year’s Goals Fail Every Time

    "Send Ben a text" Every January, parents set big goals.  And every February, most of those goals are gone. In this episode, Ben explains why New Year’s goals fail every time—and what actually works instead. The problem isn’t willpower.  It’s not motivation.  And it’s not that you’re doing something wrong. Most people start with what they want to do. Real change starts with who you want to be. You’ll learn why identity matters more than goals, why habits stick only when they match who you believe you are, and how small daily choices can lead to big change over time. If you’re tired of repeating the same patterns—especially with your teen—this episode will help you do something different this year. Simple. Practical. And doable. Press play and start becoming the parent you want to be. Are You Caught in the Parent Trap? Discover the hidden patterns that are keeping you stuck—and how to break free. Take this quick (and eye-opening) quiz to uncover which common parenting trap you’re falling into with your teen. Get a personalized roadmap to help you parent with more clarity, confidence, and connection—starting today. https://benpughcoaching.com/parenttrapquiz

    21 min

  2. 12/25/2025

    What A Christmas Carol Teaches About Parenting Teens

    "Send Ben a text" What if your teen isn’t the problem? In this Christmas episode, Ben shares a powerful lesson from A Christmas Carol. Scrooge wasn’t a bad man—he was a wounded one. The same is often true for parents. When teens trigger us, it’s usually a sign that there’s healing work to do inside ourselves. This episode will help you parent with more clarity, compassion, and confidence—starting with you. Are You Caught in the Parent Trap? Discover the hidden patterns that are keeping you stuck—and how to break free. Take this quick (and eye-opening) quiz to uncover which common parenting trap you’re falling into with your teen. Get a personalized roadmap to help you parent with more clarity, confidence, and connection—starting today. https://benpughcoaching.com/parenttrapquiz

    27 min

  3. 12/18/2025

    Let Go of Holiday Chaos by Building Better Traditions

    "Send Ben a text" The holidays can feel busy, loud, and stressful — especially when you’re parenting teens. Many parents try to fix this by setting big goals or New Year’s resolutions, but those don’t usually last. In this episode, Ben Pugh shares a better way. Instead of chasing goals, Ben talks about building simple traditions and habits that help you become the parent and person you want to be. These traditions aren’t about forcing family fun or controlling your teen. They’re about creating more calm, meaning, and peace — starting with you. You’ll learn why what you do matters less than who you are while you do it, and how small traditions can make the holidays (and the new year) feel lighter and more intentional. If you want less chaos and more connection, this episode is for you. Are You Caught in the Parent Trap? Discover the hidden patterns that are keeping you stuck—and how to break free. Take this quick (and eye-opening) quiz to uncover which common parenting trap you’re falling into with your teen. Get a personalized roadmap to help you parent with more clarity, confidence, and connection—starting today. https://benpughcoaching.com/parenttrapquiz

    28 min

  4. 12/10/2025

    Your Teen Can Hate You… and You Can Still Have a Great Relationship

    "Send Ben a text" Your teen might hate you sometimes… and you can still have a great relationship with them. Most parents think their relationship with their teen is something they both share. But that’s not how it works. You have your own relationship with your teen, and your teen has their own relationship with you—and they’re not the same. In this episode, you’ll learn:  • Why your teen’s thoughts and feelings are NOT your job  • Why trying to make your teen like you actually hurts the relationship  • How to stop being a “doormat parent”  • How to set calm and clear boundaries  • How to focus on the things you can control • How to improve your relationship with your teen even if they don’t change at all If you want more peace, more confidence, and more connection with your teen, this episode will show you where your real power is. Full show notes for this episode: benpughcoaching.com Are You Caught in the Parent Trap? Discover the hidden patterns that are keeping you stuck—and how to break free. Take this quick (and eye-opening) quiz to uncover which common parenting trap you’re falling into with your teen. Get a personalized roadmap to help you parent with more clarity, confidence, and connection—starting today. https://benpughcoaching.com/parenttrapquiz

    27 min

  5. 12/04/2025

    The Parenting Update You Didn’t Know You Needed — Until Now

    "Send Ben a text" Your teen’s attitude, your frustration, and the same old fights aren’t the real problem — your programming is. In this episode, Ben and Cortni break down why parents get stuck repeating the same patterns even when they’re trying to “do better,” and how a surprising back injury (and some AI wisdom) revealed the deeper truth about how to change. You’ll learn why your old emotional patterns keep pulling you back, how to spot the warning signs of a parenting “flare-up,” and the one update that instantly improves how you show up with your teen. This episode is equal parts hilarious (yes, including topless back-pain photos sent to AI), relatable, and transformational. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why your old programming keeps sabotaging your relationshipHow to spot the flare-up signs before things blow upThe surprising lesson Ben learned from an SI-joint meltdownHow to stop reinforcing parenting habits that don’t workWhat your teen’s “porcupine mode” is really inviting you to doA simple way to start reprogramming your parenting todayWhether your teen is crabby, distant, or prickly — or you just want more peace at home — this episode will help you shift your patterns and strengthen your connection. Are You Caught in the Parent Trap? Discover the hidden patterns that are keeping you stuck—and how to break free. Take this quick (and eye-opening) quiz to uncover which common parenting trap you’re falling into with your teen. Get a personalized roadmap to help you parent with more clarity, confidence, and connection—starting today. https://benpughcoaching.com/parenttrapquiz

    44 min

  6. 11/27/2025

    The Gratitude Shift That Can Save Your Thanksgiving

    "Send Ben a text" The Gratitude Shift That Can Save Your Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is amazing… until it’s not.  Family drama. Stress. That one uncle. The comments you wish you didn’t hear.  But what if ONE mindset shift could help you enjoy the day instead of surviving it? In this quick Thanksgiving special, Ben and Cortni talk about the real secret to gratitude — not the cheesy, forced kind, but the kind that changes your emotions fast. Inside, you’ll learn: Why gratitude is a choice (not a feeling)How to get unstuck when family triggers youThe mindset mistake most parents make at holidaysA simple way to shift your focus in under 10 secondsHow to stop absorbing everyone else’s energyWhat to do when Grandma says something wildWhether you’re listening on Thanksgiving Day or just trying not to lose your cool this weekend, this episode is your reset button. You’re not your thoughts. You’re the thinker of your thoughts — and that’s where your power is. Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃 Are You Caught in the Parent Trap? Discover the hidden patterns that are keeping you stuck—and how to break free. Take this quick (and eye-opening) quiz to uncover which common parenting trap you’re falling into with your teen. Get a personalized roadmap to help you parent with more clarity, confidence, and connection—starting today. https://benpughcoaching.com/parenttrapquiz

    19 min

  7. 11/20/2025

    How to Be the Parent Your Teen Actually Learns From

    "Send Ben a text" 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 players — and how the same principle can transform your parenting. You'll learn why your teen doesn’t need a perfect parent… just one who leads with connection, clarity, and consistency. If you’ve been feeling stuck or unsure how to help your teen, this episode will help you redefine who YOU want to be so you can show up as the parent your teen actually learns from. Are You Caught in the Parent Trap? Discover the hidden patterns that are keeping you stuck—and how to break free. Take this quick (and eye-opening) quiz to uncover which common parenting trap you’re falling into with your teen. Get a personalized roadmap to help you parent with more clarity, confidence, and connection—starting today. https://benpughcoaching.com/parenttrapquiz

    24 min

  8. 11/13/2025

    How to Motivate Your Teen Without Pushing Them

    "Send Ben a text" 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 learn how to stop pushing, start leading, and model the kind of growth you actually want to see in your teen. Ben shares real-life examples (including a story about a stubborn horse) to help you see how pressure creates resistance, and how leadership creates inspiration. If your teen doesn’t want coaching—or doesn’t think they need to change—this episode will show you how you can be the catalyst for transformation in your home. Are You Caught in the Parent Trap? Discover the hidden patterns that are keeping you stuck—and how to break free. Take this quick (and eye-opening) quiz to uncover which common parenting trap you’re falling into with your teen. Get a personalized roadmap to help you parent with more clarity, confidence, and connection—starting today. https://benpughcoaching.com/parenttrapquiz

    23 min
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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.

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