Your Zen Friend

Lauren Wolfe MS, LPC
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Your Zen Friend Podcast

Ever wish you had a zen friend? Someone who could help you ease your tween or tween’s anxiety, while also supporting you, so parenting was more peaceful? Well good news, host Lauren Wolfe, a therapist and mom who’s made it through those anxious teen years is here to offer parents some zen!  A full-length episode comes out every Tuesday. And "A Drop of Zen," a short guided meditation or a "Zen Bonus Boost," a mini episode, come out every Friday. 

  1. Healthy Choices for Managing Anxiety with Leena Abdulrahman

    15 HR. AGO

    Healthy Choices for Managing Anxiety with Leena Abdulrahman

    Send Lauren a text! On this episode my daughter Leena joins me to talk about the benefits of making healthy choices for managing anxiety. We talk about how challenging it can be for tweens and teens to do things like limit phone use and get enough sleep. Leena shares how she has learned to care for herself in ways that keeps her anxiety low. She tells us what she currently does for regular self care and what she is working towards improving.And stay tuned to the end of the episode when Leena ...

    27 min
  2. Drop of Zen ~ Cultivating Strength and Support

    4 DAYS AGO

    Drop of Zen ~ Cultivating Strength and Support

    Send Lauren a text! Parenting a tween or teen with anxiety is challenging! This Drop of Zen, a short guided mediation, is designed to offer parents some needed support and self care. This mediation is perfect to do anytime you would like to connect with your inner strength. Enjoy! This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult with yo...

    8 min
  3. What You MUST DO as a Parent of a Tween or Teen with Anxiety

    SEP 3

    What You MUST DO as a Parent of a Tween or Teen with Anxiety

    Send Lauren a text! Parenting a tween or teen is challenging. Especially when your child has anxiety! So on this episode I will tell you what you MUST DO in order to have more enjoyment during these often difficult years. And stay tuned till the end of the episode when I tell you What's Bringing Me More Zen. It has to do with boundary setting and I have a funny story to share with you about how the universe keeps testing me lately. I giggle every time I think about it! This po...

    26 min
  4. Setting Healthy Boundaries with Your Anxious Tween or Teen

    AUG 30

    Setting Healthy Boundaries with Your Anxious Tween or Teen

    Send Lauren a text! Welcome to your Zen Bonus Boost! This is a short (and hopefully sweet) episode designed to offer support, strategies and tips for parents of anxious tweens and teens. On this episode I'll tell you why it's important to set healthy boundaries with your anxious tween or teen. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychological treatment of any kind. Please consult...

    7 min
  5. Anxiety Symptoms in Kids and Teens That Might Surprise You and How You Can Help

    AUG 27

    Anxiety Symptoms in Kids and Teens That Might Surprise You and How You Can Help

    Send Lauren a text! *****REPLAY EPISODEAnxiety symptoms in children often look different from what we imagine. Parents are sometimes surprised at how some of their children’s behavior, especially their misbehavior, comes from their anxiety.On today's episode I will tell you about some symptoms I commonly see in kids and teens who are experiencing anxiety. The symptoms I'll tell you about are not always recognized as anxiety. I’ll also give you some strategies for helping your chil...

    41 min
  6. Zen Bonus Boost ~ It's Okay to Feel Uncomfortable!

    AUG 23

    Zen Bonus Boost ~ It's Okay to Feel Uncomfortable!

    Send Lauren a text! Welcome to your Zen Bonus Boost! This is a short (and hopefully sweet) episode designed to offer support, strategies and tips for parents of anxious tweens and teens. On this episode I'll tell you why it's ok for you to show emotions as a parent. And I'll talk about the importance of letting your kids feel uncomfortable too. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or...

    8 min
  7. Good Enough-ish Parenting with Brooke Forry and the Good Enough-ish Podcast

    AUG 20

    Good Enough-ish Parenting with Brooke Forry and the Good Enough-ish Podcast

    Send Lauren a text! I am excited to share this episode of the Good Enough-ish podcast where I had the honor of being a guest co-host with Brooke Forry. Brooke and I dive into some good enough-ish parenting methods and talk about how we can feel amidst information overload as well as societal pressures as parents. Brooke then shares an unexpected joy-sparker that has removed so much friction in the kitchen, and Lauren recommends doing your future self a favor that your dry hands will than...

    52 min
  8. Drop of Zen ~ Be Here Now, Even with Difficult Emotions

    AUG 16

    Drop of Zen ~ Be Here Now, Even with Difficult Emotions

    Send Lauren a text! Parenting a tween or teen with anxiety is stressful! This Drop of Zen, a short guided mediation, is designed to offer parents some needed support and self care. This mediation is perfect to do anytime that you would like to check in and connect with yourself. It's also a great meditation for difficult days.Enjoy! This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and not intended to be a replacement for diagnosis, mental health therapy or psychologic...

    8 min
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Ever wish you had a zen friend? Someone who could help you ease your tween or tween’s anxiety, while also supporting you, so parenting was more peaceful? Well good news, host Lauren Wolfe, a therapist and mom who’s made it through those anxious teen years is here to offer parents some zen!  A full-length episode comes out every Tuesday. And "A Drop of Zen," a short guided meditation or a "Zen Bonus Boost," a mini episode, come out every Friday. 

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  • Creator
    Lauren Wolfe MS, LPC
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    172
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Your Zen Friend
  • Show Website
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