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Amy Fraughton | Life Coach, Parenting Relationship Coach
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Are you a Christian mom watching your older child struggle and wondering where things went wrong? Do you feel like the more you try to help, the more distant they become? You're not alone—and you're not helpless. In this podcast, we explore how a simple but powerful shift in the energy you bring to the relationship can unlock healing, trust, and real influence. It’s not about fixing your child—it’s about showing up differently so connection comes first and change can follow. Hey, I’m Amy, Christian mom of 6, who used to parent from overwhelm, anxiety, stress, and impatience… and it didn’t work for my kids. It’s when I shifted my mom energy that I was able to help my kids in ways I’d always wanted and they needed. I became the calm, confident and compassionate mom who could both nurture my kids through their challenges, and inspire them into thriving. If you’re ready for a different approach to change that isn’t just scripted phrases and timed consequences, but addresses the core of the problem by creating better communication, connection and influence with your older child, then you’re in the right place! So get those earbuds in, grab your walking shoes and let’s learn together how to reconnect with your child in a way that transforms both you and them into more loving, peacefulness and true joy! Website: www.amyfraughtoncoaching.com Email: hello@amyfraughton.com

  1. 44. The Truth About Gen Z, and How Tough Love Parenting Isn't Helping Christian Parents

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    44. The Truth About Gen Z, and How Tough Love Parenting Isn't Helping Christian Parents

    If you were raised to “toughen up,” keep emotions in check, and push through no matter what—but now you’re parenting a child who seems emotionally overwhelmed, sensitive, shut down, or reactive—this episode is for you. Generation X parents are raising Generation Z kids using many of the same approaches they grew up with… yet the results feel painfully different. The conversations blow up. The connection feels fragile. And you’re left wondering why what worked before is suddenly making things worse—even though your intentions are good and your standards are strong. In this episode, I break down the generational mismatch happening in homes today and introduces Anchored Parenting—a powerful blend of compassion and leadership that today’s kids actually respond to. You’ll learn why behavior is not defiance but communication, how to read your child’s behavioral language, and what it looks like to lead with emotional steadiness instead of fear, pressure, or control. This isn’t about lowering expectations or being permissive—it’s about becoming the anchored parent your overwhelmed child needs so real connection, influence, and healing can begin. You can still become the mom your struggling child really needs. The Connected Mom Reset shows you how - for just $22. If you'd like to talk with Amy about how her program can help you parent in a stronger, more compassionate way, then schedule a call with her here. The Miracle Connection is the signature program that resets your parenting style to meet the needs of your struggling child so that you can have more influence in their needs and health.

    30 min
  2. 43. The Truth about Confidence, and Why It's Not Enough to Fix Your Struggling Teen or Older Child

    FEB 10

    43. The Truth about Confidence, and Why It's Not Enough to Fix Your Struggling Teen or Older Child

    Most parents say they want a confident child — but that’s not really what you’re longing for. What you want is for your child to feel like themselves again. To walk into the room and bring light with them instead of tension. To open up instead of shutting down or clinging. To choose connection, not because they were told to — but because it feels good again. And if confidence were the answer, it would already be working. In this episode, we talk about what’s actually underneath the shutdown, the clinginess, the disrespect, and the emotional distance — and why identity, not confidence, is the root that changes everything. You’ll learn the simple shift that helps your child remember who they are, restores warmth and closeness in your relationship, and brings their spark back — starting with you. If you’re tired of trying harder and just want your child back, this conversation will feel like exhaling for the first time in a long time. You don’t need to fix everything. You just need a better place to start. The Connected Mom Reset shows you how—for $22. You don’t need to try harder — you need a new way to lead, and that’s exactly what we build inside The Miracle Connection™.

    22 min
  3. 42. The Third Way: Why Being Too Soft or Too Tough Breaks Connection (and What to Do Instead)

    12/16/2025

    42. The Third Way: Why Being Too Soft or Too Tough Breaks Connection (and What to Do Instead)

    Have you ever noticed that no matter what you try, your child either pushes back or shuts down? One moment you’re trying to be gentle so you don’t damage the relationship… and the next you’re firm because nothing else seems to work. And somehow, both approaches leave you feeling disconnected, frustrated, and wondering why your child resists you even when you’re doing your best. In this episode, I’m sharing why being too soft and too tough actually create the same problem—and the overlooked third way that changes everything. You’ll learn why your child’s resistance isn’t defiance, but a natural response to disconnection, what “Counter Will” is and how it’s working against you, and how to lead with calm, confident authority that keeps your child’s heart open. If you’re longing to guide your child without fear, force, or guilt… this conversation will meet you right where you are. You don’t need to fix everything. You just need a better place to start. The Connected Mom Reset shows you how—for $22.

    20 min
  4. 41. Three Ways to Gain Inner Peace and Move Away from Anxiety as a Christian Parent.mp3

    12/11/2025

    41. Three Ways to Gain Inner Peace and Move Away from Anxiety as a Christian Parent.mp3

    What is your emotional level this holiday season? With all the hustle, bustle, expectations, and unexpected things that sometimes come flying your way, how do we continue to tap into the spirit of peace inside ourselves first so that we can then pass it onto our families and in our homes? Listen in to 3 different ways that can help you be aware, prepared, and how to move through the sometimes hard things that may come up for you over the next few weeks and stay more connected to a feeling of peace and love throughout this time. You don’t need to fix everything. You just need a better place to start. The Connected Mom Reset shows you how—for $22.

    19 min
  5. 40. The Incredible Power of Influence for a Struggling Child - Christian Parenting

    12/02/2025

    40. The Incredible Power of Influence for a Struggling Child - Christian Parenting

    If you’ve ever wondered whether your child still feels your influence, you’re not alone. Most moms don’t realize how many quiet, unseen ways they shape their child’s motivation, confidence, and emotional world—without saying a single word. In today’s episode, we’re exploring the surprising power a mother carries just through her presence, her energy, and the atmosphere she creates at home. You’ll hear stories that open your eyes to how influence really works… and how small shifts can change everything between you and your teen. Tune in—you might just walk away seeing your role in a completely new light. The Connected Mom Reset —for $22.

    24 min
  6. 39. Ready for the holiday hustle? How shifting can help you show up calm—fast.

    11/25/2025

    39. Ready for the holiday hustle? How shifting can help you show up calm—fast.

    You’ve probably looked at your December calendar and thought, “It all fits… I should be able to do this.” But there’s that quiet voice that whispers, “I can’t keep this pace and still feel like myself.” If that feels familiar — not because you’re behind, but because you carry so much — this episode will help you understand why. We’re talking about the difference between having time to do everything and actually having the bandwidth to show up the way you want to. I’ll share what both science and scripture say about this — including a fascinating HeartMath study showing that your child feels your energy before they hear your words, and the story of Mary and Martha through the lens of modern motherhood. This isn’t about adding more to your list, but shifting how you enter the season so you can be more present and actually enjoy what you’re working so hard to create. And if you're already sensing strain before the holidays even begin, stay with me until the end — I’ll share a simple three-day reset that can help soften the weight you’re feeling and change the energy in your home. You don’t need to fix everything. You just need a better place to start. The Connected Mom Reset shows you how—for $22.

    20 min
  7. 38. Frustrated with Your Teen's Blow Ups? My Christian Parenting Framework for More Peace so you can Build Real Connection

    11/20/2025

    38. Frustrated with Your Teen's Blow Ups? My Christian Parenting Framework for More Peace so you can Build Real Connection

    Are you a Christian mom walking on eggshells around your teen? One wrong word sparks an argument, and before you know it—you’re both in a blow-up. You want to stay calm, you try to follow what the books and experts say… but nothing seems to stick. In this episode, I’ll show you the surprising reason why—and it has nothing to do with your teen’s behavior, and everything to do with your emotional energy. You’ll hear a few personal stories plus the real reason why “just walking away” or “taking a breath” isn’t enough. I’ll introduce you to a deeper, faith-based method for shifting your emotional state out of what I call the Red Zone—so that you can parent from peace, not panic. If you’re frustrated with parenting through teen anxiety or disconnection, and want to build a warm, Christ-centered relationship with your child, this episode is for you. It’s not just about stopping the next blow up—it’s about never getting there in the first place.   You don’t need to fix everything. You just need a better place to start. The Connected Mom Reset shows you how—for $22.

    21 min
  8. 37. Struggling With Motivating Your Teen? Try These Tips to Finally Build More Internal Desire

    11/11/2025

    37. Struggling With Motivating Your Teen? Try These Tips to Finally Build More Internal Desire

    If your teen seems unmotivated or dependent on you to make every decision… the issue might not be their maturity. It might be how much control they feel coming from you—even if it’s based in love. In this episode, we’re digging into the unseen reason so many well-meaning Christian moms accidentally block their child’s confidence and motivation. You’ll learn why giving your teen more space, trust, and ownership isn’t permissive—it’s powerful. And how shifting your energy, not just your parenting tactics, is the real key to rebuilding connection and raising a self-led teen. If you’re tired of walking on eggshells or doing all the emotional heavy lifting, this conversation will show you how to release control, restore trust, and lead your home from peace. You don’t new parenting strategies, just a shift in your relationship. The Connected Mom Reset shows you how—for just $22. Website:  Amy Fraughton Coaching

    22 min
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Are you a Christian mom watching your older child struggle and wondering where things went wrong? Do you feel like the more you try to help, the more distant they become? You're not alone—and you're not helpless. In this podcast, we explore how a simple but powerful shift in the energy you bring to the relationship can unlock healing, trust, and real influence. It’s not about fixing your child—it’s about showing up differently so connection comes first and change can follow. Hey, I’m Amy, Christian mom of 6, who used to parent from overwhelm, anxiety, stress, and impatience… and it didn’t work for my kids. It’s when I shifted my mom energy that I was able to help my kids in ways I’d always wanted and they needed. I became the calm, confident and compassionate mom who could both nurture my kids through their challenges, and inspire them into thriving. If you’re ready for a different approach to change that isn’t just scripted phrases and timed consequences, but addresses the core of the problem by creating better communication, connection and influence with your older child, then you’re in the right place! So get those earbuds in, grab your walking shoes and let’s learn together how to reconnect with your child in a way that transforms both you and them into more loving, peacefulness and true joy! Website: www.amyfraughtoncoaching.com Email: hello@amyfraughton.com

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